Obama's advance in traditionally red states has the GOP on the defense.

CNN: Electoral Map: Obama would win if election held today

After falling back into the red and surrendering the morning advance by midday, Caterpillar righted itself to gain 1.4% for the session.

FORBES: Apple Loss Lands Nasdaq And S&P In The Red, Dow Up On Caterpillar, Boeing.

Red River topped Fargo's Davies High School 2-0 to advance to Saturday night's North Dakota Boys State Hockey Tournament title game against Grafton-Park River.

NPR: ND School Investigating Fans In KKK-Style Hoods

Kevin Thomson saw red after being penalised for a late lunge on Steven Thomson during another St Mirren advance.

BBC: St Mirren 0-1 Rangers