Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney (L) and U.S. President Barack Obama talk to each other during a town hall style debate at Hofstra University October 16, 2012 in Hempstead, New York.
Photographer: (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)
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Posted: 10/21/2012
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and stories that will be talked about Monday.
1. WHERE IN THE U.S. THE RACE FOR PRESIDENT WILL BE DECIDED
AP analysis of the past three presidential races shows 106 counties in nine states may determine who wins.
2. WHAT WILL BE CENTER STAGE AT THIRD AND LAST PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE
The blame for Benghazi and the right line to take with Iran are expected to be main topics Monday night.
3. THE SPARK FOR THE KILLING OF THREE IN A WISCONSIN SALON
Police say a domestic dispute may have led Radcliffe Franklin Haughton to open fire before taking his own life.
4. WHY AMERICANS' TAXES ARE ALMOST SURE TO INCREASE
Both parties agree a cut in the Social Security payroll levy didn't really stimulate the economy and isn't worth renewing.
5. INVASION OF THE PUPPY SNATCHERS
Burglars hit a Philly home twice, first stealing food and then to poach the family pooch.
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