Here’s a look at today’s top stories…

Students Stand Up

Across the country college students are declaring a Day of Action to protest tuition hikes and budget cuts. Demonstrations and teach-ins were planned for today in several states. In California students, teachers and employees are marching on the state capitol to protest cutbacks in the University of California system.

Pricey Passports

Assuming your university hasn’t raised fees, and you have the money to study abroad…you may want to renew your passport before a proposed rate hike takes effect. If approved, the cost of renewals would jump to $110 from $75. If you’re getting a new passport you could pay $135, instead of the $100 it costs now. And if you’re just fed up and want to renounce your American citizenship that will cost you $450 (it used to be free).

Presidential Visit

Chile’s President Michelle Bachelet is visiting areas devastated by Saturday’s earthquake. President Bachelet says she wants to make sure aid gets to the people who need it. The 8.8 magnitude quake killed more than 800 people.

Going Rogue: Part II

Sarah Palin’s got a new book deal. This time the former Alaskan governor and vice-presidential candidate will write about American virtues and strengths. Her first book, “Going Rogue” has sold more than 2.2 million copies.