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As Isaac nears hurricane strength, New Orleans braces for floodingIsaac is forecast to become a category 1 hurricane today, bringing 14 inches of rain and storm surges of up to 12 feet. Hurricane Isaac will be the first test of post-Katrina levee improvements in New Orleans.
With Katrina in mind, residents prepare for IsaacTropical Storm Isaac is predicted to become a Category 2 hurricane by Wednesday, but it is much weaker than Katrina's damaging category 5 status. Still states of emergency were in place throughout much of the Gulf Coast region Monday.
Isaac surges as GOP convention beginsDespite strengthening Tropical Storm Isaac on its way to New Orleans, the Republican National Convention began Monday. Delegates differed in their opinions of how the storm might impact the convention.
Roger Federer: Is Andy Murray ready to beat the world's No. 1?Roger Federer won Wimbledon, is back at No. 1, and says it will take something special to beat him at the US Open. Can Andy Murray beat Roger Federer?
Little League World Series: Japan crushes Tennessee in championship finalLittle League World Series: Noriatsu Osaka's three home runs propelled the Japanese squad to their second Little League World Series title in three years.
Ron Paul delegates mounting floor fight over new convention rulesRon Paul delegates could provide an unwanted distraction to party leaders and Mitt Romney, the party's presumptive nominee.
Md. high school student shot at random by classmate: PoliceBaltimore County Police Chief James Johnson said at a news conference Monday afternoon that officers believed that the shooter fired at random.
Serena Williams: Why she is the favorite at 2012 US OpenSerena Williams is already a three-time U.S. Open champion. Serena Williams also took home gold at the Olympics, and won at Wimbledon.
US Open: Samantha Stosur's road to a repeat starts hereStosur, seeded seventh this year, kicked off the tournament Monday as defending champion, playing the day's first match in Arthur Ashe Stadium against 64th-ranked Petra Martic of Croatia.
GOP convention going forward despite impending storm IsaacParty Chairman Reince Priebus, for his part, insisted the GOP can 'have a great week' despite the storm bearing down on the Gulf Coast.
Charlie Crist to speak in favor of Obama at DNCAn official with President Barack Obama's campaign said Sunday that former Florida Gov. Charlie Crist will speak at next week's convention in Charlotte, N.C., but the days hasn't been worked out.
- Tropical Storm Isaac bears down on New Orleans ahead of Katrina anniversary
The potential for a landfall as soon as Tuesday prompted evacuations along a wide area of the Gulf Coast and sent people out to stock up on staples.
New border fence: Arizona plans its own 200-mile fenceNew border fence? Arizona legislators are trying to raise money for a new border fence with Mexico. They hope to start construction by year end.
Isaac lashes Florida Keys: Is New Orleans next?Isaac threatens to become a Category 2 hurricane by mid week. Louisiana governor declares a state of emergency.
Isaac bears down on Florida, but Keys residents remain sunnyOn Sunday, Tropical Storm Isaac skirted the Florida Keys, but barely ruffled residents. The storm is expected to gain strength, and could become a Category 2 hurricane Tuesday or Wednesday.
NASA's pioneering astronauts: Where are they now?Neil Armstrong, the first man on the moon, was one of 300 astronauts. What became of some of the more famous ones?
Wet weather won't stop GOP Convention protestersA few hundred protesters from groups like Occupy Wall Street and Code Pink say Tropical Storm Issac, expected to reach hurricane-force Tuesday, won't keep them away from the Republican National Convention.
Former Florida Gov. Charlie Crist endorses ObamaCharlie Crist, the former Republican governor of Florida who broke with his party, endorsed President Barack Obama's bid for reelection.
Empire State gunman did not plan to return to his apartmentPolice found books on fighting skills and ammunition at the apartment of Jeffrey Johnson, the man killed in a police shootout at the Empire State Building Friday. Johnson had left his keys with his landlord Friday, and did not plan to return.
Mitt Romney says his health care plan in Mass. was a win for womenAs the GOP Convention approaches, Mitt Romney said he was proud that his Massachusetts health care plan guaranteed coverage for women. He criticized President Obama for trying to tie him to Rep. Todd Akin's rape and abortion remarks.
