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1990: Jesse Helms runs for re-election
July 4, 2008, 11:38 pm

Oct. 30, 1990: NBC's Andrea Mitchell reported on Sen. Jesse Helms's run for re-election against Harvey Gantt.

Crews struggle to slow huge fires
July 4, 2008, 11:27 pm

July 4: Two massive wildfires along the California coastline is keeping weary firefighters busy this Independence Day. NBC?s George Lewis reports.

New video recounts Colombian rescue
July 4, 2008, 11:25 pm

July 4: Colombia released the first videos of the rescue of three Americans and a dozen others held by rebel forces. NBC?s Mark Potter reports.

Obama campaigns in GOP territory
July 4, 2008, 11:23 pm

July 4: On this Fourth of July, the presidential candidates are celebrating in different ways. While John McCain is watching fireworks in Arizona, Barack Obama is campaigning in states that traditionally vote Republican. NBC?s Lee Cowan reports.

Troops mark their third Fourth in Iraq
July 4, 2008, 11:18 pm

July 4: Thousands of U.S. troops are on duty across the world this holiday. In Iraq, NBC?s Jim Maceda spent some time with a unit he knows well, a group now on their third Fourth of July in Iraq.

Independence celebrated across country
July 4, 2008, 11:15 pm

July 4: NBC?s Mike Taibbi takes a look at some of the red, white and blue celebrations around the country.

Former Sen. Jesse Helms dies at 86
July 4, 2008, 11:13 pm

July 4: Jesse Helms, the blunt-talking North Carolina Republican served thirty years in Congress before retiring in 2003. NBC?s Martin Savidge reports.

Ballet changes a South African man's life
July 3, 2008, 11:16 pm

July 3: Andile Ndlovu's feet now move among the ballet elite, but they once walked in one of South Africa's poorest settlements. Producer Amna Nawaz shares his story.

A tragic case of war-related PTSD
July 3, 2008, 11:15 pm

July 3: When 26-year-old German Sanabria came back from his second tour in Iraq, he brought the war home with him. NBC's Jonathan Alter reports on how his PTSD took a tragic turn.

Bush heckled during July 4 speech
July 4, 2008, 5:30 pm

July 4: President Bush is heckled during a speech welcoming new U.S. citizens.

Jesse Helms dies at 86
July 4, 2008, 3:11 pm

July 4: Former Republican Senator Jesse Helms has died. He was 86. NBC's Martin Savidge reports.

Obama denies altering position on Iraq
July 3, 2008, 9:35 pm

July 3: Speaking to reporters in North Dakota, Barack Obama says his plan continues to be to bring U.S. troops home from Iraq in 16 months.

Pentagon extends tour of 2,200 Marines
July 3, 2008, 6:13 pm

July 3: The Pentagon extends the tour of 2,200 Marines in Afghanistan. NBC's Jim Miklaszewski has the details.

Smokejumpers battle Calif. wildfires
July 3, 2008, 6:03 pm

July 3: MSNBC's Tamron Hall talks with Don Sand, a manager of the Redding smokejumper base, about how his team parachutes into remote areas to fight the California wildfires.

Jobless holds steady in June
July 3, 2008, 5:37 pm

July 3: CNBC's Hampton Pearson reports that the unemployment rate holds steady at 5.5 percent in June.

Expect decline in holiday drivers, says AAA
July 3, 2008, 5:24 pm

July 3: The Automobile Association of America's Michele Mount tells MSNBC's Monica Novotny that holiday travel this 4th of July weekend will drop for the first time this decade.

Beaches reopen following seiche warning
July 3, 2008, 5:04 pm

July 3: Chicago Park District officials reopen area beaches after warning waders, swimmers and fishermen to stay away because of a possible seiche, or large wave. MSNBC's Alex Witt reports.

Body of missing 12-year-old girl found
July 3, 2008, 1:19 pm

July 3: Vermont State Police say they found Brooke Bennett's body near her uncle's home. Now he's facing federal kidnapping charges. NBC's Ron Allen reports.

The evolution of the Western political landscape
June 29, 2008, 2:57 pm

June 29: NBC?s Chuck Todd discusses the state of the Western political landscape with NBC?s Tom Brokaw on ?Meet the Press.?

Schwarzenegger on his two-party home
June 29, 2008, 2:55 pm

June 29: Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger (R-CA) discusses the politically-divided house he and his family call home with NBC?s Tom Brokaw on ?Meet the Press.?

Schwarzenegger: Parties must work together
June 29, 2008, 2:52 pm

June 29: Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger (R-CA) discusses the appeal of bipartisanship with NBC?s Tom Brokaw on ?Meet the Press.?

Energy debate grips the West
June 29, 2008, 2:49 pm

June 29: Gov. Dave Freudenthal (D-WY) & Gov. Bill Ritter (D-CO) discuss the state of the energy debate in the West with NBC?s Tom Brokaw on ?Meet the Press.?

Can Obama win in the West?
June 29, 2008, 2:46 pm

June 29: Gov. Dave Freudenthal (D-WY) & Gov. Bill Ritter (D-CO) discuss Barack Obama?s chances of winning Western states with NBC?s Tom Brokaw on ?Meet the Press.?

Colbert on comedy
October 21, 2007, 12:00 am

Oct. 21: The real Stephen Colbert talks about his children, his comedic training and how he prepares to take on the day's toughest and most joke-worthy issues.

Jay Barbree on the space program
October 7, 2007, 12:00 am

Oct. 7: Long-time NBC Space Correspondent Jay Barbree discusses how the U.S. has benefited from the space program and the prospects of life beyond earth.

The race for the White House
August 5, 2007, 12:00 am

Aug. 5: Carl Bernstein, David Brody, Doris Kearns Goodwin and David Mendell share their thoughts on the current crop of presidential candidates, and their experiences writing about those holding and seeking top office.

Politicians from all sides against Imus
April 14, 2007, 5:00 pm

The Wall Street Journal's John Harwood and PBS's Gwen Iffil speak with Tim Russert of NBC's "Meet the Press" about the political reaction to the controversy around Don Imus.

FARC Hostages Rescue Video
July 4, 2008, 10:30 pm

Exclusive video detailing the liberation of FARC hostages in Colombia has been released to the public. As Kimberly Dozier reports, the former hostages are adjusting nicely to freedom.

High Food Prices On The Fourth
July 4, 2008, 10:30 pm

When planning a traditional backyard barbecue, many Americans celebrating Independence Day this year have noticed the rapidly rising cost of food. Ben Tracy reports from Los Angeles.

Calif. Wildfires Spread
July 4, 2008, 10:15 pm

California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has called for additional aid from the National Guard, as wildfires continue to burn throughout many portions of the Golden State. Bill Whitaker reports.

congress, mortgage crisis
July 4, 2008, 10:15 pm

Although faced with pressing concerns such as the nation's mortgage crisis, Congress still managed to take an extended recess for Independence Day. Sharyl Attkisson reports from Washington.

Dairy Farmers Struggle
July 4, 2008, 10:30 pm

Cow owners across the nation have witnessed the effects of rising fuel and food costs, as many farmers are now struggling to stay in business. Kelly Wallace reports from Essex, New Jersey.

A Look Back At Jesse Helms
July 4, 2008, 10:15 pm

"Face The Nation" host Bob Schieffer examines the life and impact of the influential former North Carolina Republican Senator Jesse Helms, a promoter of Southern conservative principles.

Hostage's Fianc e On Release
July 4, 2008, 10:00 pm

"CBS News RAW": Former hostage Keith Stansell's fianc e talks about her excitement over his long-awaited release.

Notebook: Fireworks Safety
July 4, 2008, 5:45 pm

In conjunction with Independence Day, Katie Couric discusses fireworks safety and the potential injuries associated with sparklers, as some parents may overlook the dangers involved.

Iraq Opening Its Oil Fields
July 4, 2008, 3:15 pm

"Only On The Web": Elizabeth Palmer talks with Iraqi Oil Minister Hussain al-Shahristani about the country's decision to open its doors to several major western oil companies.