Holiday travel expected to break record; Celebrated toy maker calling it a day. Source
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Woman accused in racist hit-and-run charged in another crash
Witnesses to the crash told police that the vehicle accelerated prior to the crash, drove onto the sidewalk and hit the boy. Source
2 wounded in Phoenix mall shooting before suspect killed by police
A 56-year-old woman and a man in his 50s were transported to a hospital with gunshot wounds and are expected to recover, fire officials said. Source
96-year-old toy maker gives his creations away to kids in need
At 96, Al Quattrocchi is still hard at work, creating hundreds of wooden toys. He gives them away to kids in need in time for the holidays. Mark Strassmann shares his story. Source
“Super Saturday” shoppers spent nearly $35 billion
Nearly half the country went shopping this past Saturday, known as Super Saturday. They spent $34 billion, which is even more than what shoppers spent on Black Friday. Adriana Diaz has the details. Source
U.S. on alert after North Korean threat
The U.S. is tracking North Korea’s every move after new satellite images were released that could indicate the country is stepping up production of long-range missiles. Those missiles could potentially reach the U.S. mainland. Barry Petersen reports from South Korea. Source
Saudi Arabia sentences 5 to death for killing of Jamal Khashoggi
A court in Saudi Arabia sentenced five people to death for the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. A senior Trump administration official responded, calling the sentenes an important step. But, as Charlie D’Agata reports, others called it a sham trial. Source
Democrats push for new witnesses for impeachment trial
Senator Chuck Schumer has presented new evidence that shows the Trump administration put a hold on military aid to Ukraine shortly after President Trump’s July phone call with the Ukrainian president. The revelation is one more reason why Democrats are arguing for witnesses in a Senate trial. Chip Reid reports. Source
Soldier killed in Afghanistan identified as New Jersey native
The Taliban claimed responsibility and said it happened during a joint U.S.-Afghan raid in the northern province of Kunduz Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Monday, December 23, 2019
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source