National News

	Louisiana governor declares emergency as Gustav nears Bobby Jindal is declaring a state of emergency and activating the National Guard.
	Democrats nominate Obama Barack Obama's name will appear on ballots across the nation in November.
	Four inmates accused of helping with jailbreak Four New Mexico jail inmates who authorities say helped eight others make a brazen escape have been charged, as the search continues for five prisoners who remain on the loose.
	Prosecutors seek to slash Abramoff prison term The Justice Department is asking for a dramatic reduction in prison time for the imprisoned lobbyist.
	New HIV infections in NYC three times the national rate Officials say the figures underscore the continued need to promote HIV testing and prevention.
	Gulf Coast watches brewing storm As Friday's third anniversary of Hurricane Katrina approaches, officials in Louisiana and Mississippi are keeping an eye on Gustav.
	FAA says communication breakdown delayed flights Federal aviation officials say they know what happened yesterday at a Georgia facility that led to massive flight delays.
	Defense rests in Iraq detainee killings case The defense has rested without calling a single witness at the civilian trial in Southern California of a former Marine charged with killing unarmed detainees in Iraq.
	Arctic sea ice drops to second lowest level on record Scientists are saying a global warming "tipping point" in the Arctic seems to be happening before their eyes.
	Hasbro seeks new world record with new Monopoly game A global Monopoly game is under way, with the players going for a world record.