National News

	Officials may evacuate New Orleans as Gustav nears Cities all along the Gulf Coast are hoping that what'll again be Hurricane Gustav won't bear a resemblance to Hurricane Katrina.
	Government warns Simplicity bassinets are deadly A government safety group says parents shouldn't use a Pennsylvania company's baby bassinets after two babies were trapped and strangled in the product.
	Woman refuses to return library book A Maine woman says she'd rather go to jail than turn over a library book she deems "dangerous."
	'Junior' Gotti scheduled for arraignment Organized crime figure John A. "Junior" Gotti is scheduled to appear before a federal judge in Tampa.
	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.