Morning Headlines: Tuesday, August 16th

Here's a look at the stories we're following right now. What are you reading this morning?

Obama, on tour, declares he has a jobs plan

And he also blasts the GOP presidential field

Rick Perry warns of Fed treason, challenges Obama

Joe Biden is headed to China

Suspicious packages sent to Alaska senators

Behind Google's $12.5 billion Motorola gamble: patents

Witness: 5 killed Tuesday in besieged Syrian city of Latakia

Say it ain't so, Kate

'Collar bomb' suspect arrested in Kentucky

The Washington Post says to presidential candidates: Show us your debt plans

Starbucks' Schultz urges fellow CEOs to halt campaign giving

In Wisconsin recalls, GOP looking to win 1 back

Let's take a minute to think about the King