President Barack Obama , joined by his wife Michelle, Vice President Joe Biden and his spouse Jill acknowledge applause after Obama delivered his victory speech to supporters gathered in Chicago early Wednesday Nov. 7 2012. (AP Photo/Jerome Delay)Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and stories that will be talked about today:
1. OBAMA WINS RE-ELECTION DESPITE WEAK ECONOMY
U.S. voters give the president a decisive electoral-vote victory despite their fears on finances.
2. THE NEXT CHALLENGE FOR THE GOP
Younger voters and minorities flood the polls, and Republicans must broaden their reach to move forward.