AP News Updates:
China quake death toll rises above 8,700
Ex-State officials allege corruption in Iraq
Obama defends his patriotism, quarrels with McCain
Wildfires force evacuations in central Florida
ATF chief: Crime rose as cities' funding dropped
Old gas pumps can't handle ever-rising prices
Genetically modified human embryo stirs criticism
NBC says Fallon will succeed O'Brien
Play of the Day: Clinton's rise and shine surprise
Duke pitches Pirates past Braves to open twinbill