Here's a look at stories we're following right now. What are you reading this morning?
Obama gives lawmakers 24-46 hours to reach an agreement in deficit talks
S&P sees 50% chance of downgrading U.S. credit rating
FBI opens inquiry into News Corp. hacking claims
Minnesota governor and state GOP reach agreement to end government shutdown
FEC reports preview viability of Republican presidential hopefuls
Betty Ford laid to rest next to President Gerald Ford in Grand Rapids, MI