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The news out of the Democratic National Convention Wednesday was that President Obama's speech was being move indoors because of a severe weather threat. The big speaker of the evening is set to be former President Bill Clinton. Although a polarizing figure while in office, Clinton's name and record have even been invoked by Republicans this year. And he's beloved by Democrats. Mara Liasson joins Melissa Block to talk about Clinton and the night's other speakers.

Back in 2009 when he campaigned to be New Jersey's chief executive, Gov. Chris Christie got help from Mitt Romney who visited the Garden State to campaign for his fellow Republican. On Tuesday, Christie returned the favor by publicly endorsing Romney's bid to be the Republican Party nominee.

According to State Farm Insurance, there were 1.1 million deer-vehicle collisions between July 1, 2010 and June 30, 2011, down 7 percent from the previous year.

As Democrats convene to nominate Barack Obama for a second term, the president will try to seize what one political analyst calls "the most precious moments a political party gets" — a prime-time conversation with the American people.

By Gary PoppWilmington, NC – In South Carolina, officials in Horry County are itching to rid the area of an increase in mosquito hatchings. Horry County…

When Paula Butturini's husband was shot, he almost died of his injuries. But physical wounds turned into deep psychological scars. Butturini talks to Linda Wertheimer about her memoir, Keeping the Feast, and how food helped set the stage for recovery.

By Laurin PenlandWilmington, NC – Health departments across the region say they now have enough H1N1 vaccine for anyone who wants it. The state says…

With South Carolina's GOP presidential primary a week from Saturday, TV viewers in the state are getting an eyeful of political ads. It seems almost everyone who is running has bought time. And so have the superPACs, which are forbidden to coordinate with the campaigns.

LeBron James basks in the Heat's championship, but where will the team go next? If they need tips on keeping momentum, they can check out the Olympic track and field trials. Host Scott Simon also talks with NPR's Tom Goldman about a big milestone for Title IX and women in sports.

Host Rachel Martin talks with NPR's Mike Pesca about the cancellation of the New York City Marathon in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy.