A.M. Headlines

(New York Times): "Putting rancor aside, Congress takes a crack at the budget"

(Washington Post): "Dow hits record high as markets are undaunted by tepid economic growth, political gridlock"

(Reuters): "Two veteran Los Angeles officials set for runoff in mayor's race"

(ThinkProgress): "Why Democrats shouldn't eulogize Hugo Chavez"

(Boston Globe): "Storm begins tonight and ends later Friday"