Here's a look at the stories we're following right now. What are you reading this morning?
United States shuts down Iraq war
1 in 2 Americans are now poor or low income
Former President Jacques Chirac found guilty of corruption
Republicans push $915 billion spending bill
US-Russia ties strained as Putin presidency looms
Ryan joins with Democrat on proposal aimed at preserving Medicare
Romney attacks a surging Gingrich
Poll: Romney holds lead in N.H., Gingrich and Huntsman on the rise