Russia hit Kyiv Monday in a mid-morning attack following a weekend of strikes across Ukraine. Debora Patta reports. Source
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Memorial Day weekend travel surge pushes airports, airline crews to the limit
Millions of Americans have faced busy roads and packed airports this holiday weekend. CBS News went behind the scenes with American Airlines as their team raced against the clock to get a plane ready to go again after landing. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source
Deal to raise debt ceiling criticized by members of both parties
The White House and a team led by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy finished a deal to raise the debt ceiling over the holiday weekend. Lawmakers from both parties are criticizing the concessions made by McCarthy and President Biden, which calls into question if the House has enough support to pass the legislation. Scott MacFarlane reports from Capitol Hill. Source
How U.S. tech is helping Ukraine fend off mounting Russian attacks
Russia’s ramping up its air war on Ukraine with both low-tech drones and modern missiles. Thanks to its Western partners, Ukraine can shoot down both. Source
A look at the 2024 presidential election and politics surround the debt ceiling
The 2024 presidential election is starting to take shape, with former President Donald Trump leading the Republican race. CBS News political contributor and former communications director for Vice President Kamala Harris, Ashley Etienne, and GOP political consultant Terry Sullivan join “CBS Mornings” for a look at what’s at stake. Source
How 2 brave sisters “lost everything” under the Taliban just for singing
“One day, when the Taliban is destroyed, our minds and nerves will calm down, and I will continue my art,” singer Khushi Mehtab told CBS News. Source
Raccoon in pet store for nail trim euthanized after customers kiss it
Raccoons are one of the most common carriers of rabies in Maine and authorities feared humans handling the raccoon might have put themselves at risk. Animals have to be euthanized to be tested for rabies. Source
Colorado delivery drivers sue Amazon, saying they had to pee in bottles
The lawsuit claims drivers urinated in bottles and defecated in dog waste bags in their delivery vans to ensure that they weren’t disciplined for failing to stay on pace with their deliveries. Source
Missing 73 years, Medal of Honor recipient’s remains returned to Georgia
Late Army Cpl. Luther H. Story’s bravery during the Korean War earned him the Medal of Honor — and cost him his life. Until now, no one knew where his body was. Source
Search ongoing after partial apartment building collapse in Davenport, Iowa
It was not immediately clear if there were any fatalities, but Davenport Mayor Mike Matsen said there were “several people unaccounted for.” Source