Murdoch scandal a lesson for corporate media July 14, 2011 Bill Moyers, broadcast journalist and author of "Bill Moyers Journal: The Conversation Continues," talks with Rachel Maddow about the investigation into questionable conduct by Rupert Murdoch’s ...

Surviving 'Carmageddon': ... July 14, 2011 In His Own Words: Veteran traffic reporter Tommy Jaxson of KNX News Radio says Los Angeles is bracing for what may be the worst traffic jam in the city’s history. (Nightly News)

Teddy Kennedy’s anti-Romney ads July 14, 2011 The Washington Post’s Dana Milbank joins The Last Word to discuss Teddy Kennedy’s blistering challenge of Romney's jobs record in a previously un-aired 1994 campaign ad. (The Last Word)

Debt negotiations: Day 5 July 14, 2011 MSNBC Political Contributor Richard Wolffe joins The Last Word to weigh in on the latest debt negotiations between The White House and top lawmakers. (The Last Word)

The Eric Cantor problem July 14, 2011 As the clock continues to tick down on the debt ceiling deadline, as the Republican retreat and disarray demonstrates, the president’s power only increases. MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell has ...

Debunking debt ceiling myths July 14, 2011 What would happen if the government defaults? MSNBC’s Lawrence O'Donnell debunks the various myths surrounding the debt ceiling with columnist for the Washington Post Ezra Klein. (The ...

Debt negotiations: Day 5 July 14, 2011 MSNBC Political Contributor Richard Wolffe joins The Last Word to weigh in on the latest debt negotiations between The White House and top lawmakers. (The Last Word)

The Eric Cantor problem July 14, 2011 As the clock continues to tick down on the debt ceiling deadline, as the Republican retreat and disarray demonstrates, the president’s power only increases. MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell has ...

Debunking debt ceiling myths July 14, 2011 What would happen if the government defaults? MSNBC’s Lawrence O'Donnell debunks the various myths surrounding the debt ceiling with columnist for the Washington Post Ezra Klein. (The ...

Rest in peace, Betty Ford July 14, 2011 The former first lady was laid to rest next to her husband in Grand Rapids on Thursday. This is a collection of her most memorable moments, in her own words. (Nightly News)

Libya rebels retake village July 14, 2011 Fighting in the Libyan civil war has been intense all week in the western mountains, where rebel forces advanced closer to Tripoli. NBC’s Mike Taibbi reports. (Nightly News)

Ford hiring 1,800 at Louisville plant July 14, 2011 Ford announced it is re-opening its Louisville Assembly plant and hiring 1,800 workers. More than 15,000 people have already applied, and a lottery will pick who gets interviewed. NBC’s Mark ...

Carmageddon: One day away July 14, 2011 The shutdown of the 405 freeway for 53 hours kicks off on Saturday in Southern California. NBC’s Brian Williams has an update on how some familiar faces are helping to spread the word. (Nightly News)

Bachmann, a frontrunner who’s a magnet for ... July 14, 2011 Statements made by Michele Bachmann on social issues are causing heat for her campaign. NBC’s Kelly O’Donnell reports from Washington. (Nightly News)

Debt standoff July 14, 2011 The stalemate over raising the debt ceiling showed no sign of easing today, as Speaker John Boehner defended the Republican Majority Leader Eric Cantor, who Democrats say is the big stumbling ...

‘ I’m willing to do anything to get a job’ July 14, 2011 Another sign of our economic times as thousands line up for a longshot: a chance to win a good, solid job at a Ford plant. Hear from would be Ford workers as they enter the job lottery, as well ...

Drought engulfs 14 states July 14, 2011 Almost 12 percent of the country is enduring a hot but rainless season, and there is no relief in sight. In Texas, ranchers are struggling to feed their cattle, as most of the state’s counties ...

Mad dash for housing aid July 14, 2011 In Dallas, a large crowd stood in line for hours for a chance to fill out an application for federal housing assistance. A stampede occurred when the line moved toward the building on Thursday ...

What if the U.S. defaults on its debts? July 14, 2011 The White House has warned that not raising the debt ceiling will mean the U.S. would default on its debt in early August. But how would defaulting affect the already fragile economic recovery? ...

Denver hail damages 40 planes July 14, 2011 Large pieces of hail fell for about 15 minutes at the Denver International Airport on Wednesday night, damaging 40 planes. NBC’s Brian Williams reports. (Nightly News)