Morning Headlines: Tue., Oct. 2

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