Here's a look at the stories we're following right now. What are you reading this morning?
Senate leaders at work on plan to avoid 'fiscal cliff'
Most Americans face big tax hit if Congress can't avoid 'fiscal cliff'
Gains made in Afghanistan may be temporary
Brown, Warren stumble in second debate
Al-Qaeda threat in N. Africa focus of secret talks
Romney: Debates won’t be about ‘winning or losing’
At least 36 dead after Hong Kong ferry sinks following collision