African American leaders do not want the middle and working class to bear the brunt of the looming "fiscal cliff" of tax increases and spending cuts. The number of murders in the nation's capital is on pace to finish lower than 100 for the first time since 1963. Decrees concerning the judiciary and a new constitution are seen as the latest power grab by the leader of the powerful Muslim Brotherhood. A poll finds about half believe the government should have continued its military offensive against the Palestinian militants. A big crash in extremely dense fog near Beaumont kills two motorists and sends dozens to hospitals. The Oscar-winning actress and her model ex-boyfriend have been involved in a custody dispute involving their 4-year-old daughter. New England scores a staggering 21 points in 52 seconds en route to a 49-19 blowout of New York