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Ukraine pushes back Russian troops near Kharkiv

Ukrainian soldiers are pushing Russian troops away from Kharkiv and back towards the Russian border. Even in Mariupol, the Russians do not have full control. Debora Patta has the latest.

Prices continue to climb despite inflation drop in April

The U.S. Department of Labor says the Consumer Price Index rose 8.3% from a year ago, down from an 8.5% annual increase in March. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans explains how high prices are squeezing Americans across the nation. Then, CBS News' Sarah Ewall-Wice joins Elaine Quijano to discuss.

Elon Musk says he would reverse Twitter's ban on Donald Trump

Elon Musk said he would reverse Twitter's ban on former President Trump if he acquires the company. Musk said the ban was a "morally bad decision" and "foolish." Twitter banned Trump's account following the January 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol. Sarah Frier, a big tech team leader at Bloomberg, joins Elaine Quijano to discuss.

London Calling: Queen Elizabeth misses traditional speech

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II missed the State Opening of Parliament for the first time in nearly six decades. CBS News contributor Simon Bates has more in this edition of "London Calling."

Condo collapse victims reach $997 million settlement

Nearly a year after a high-rise condo building collapsed in Surfside, Florida, victims and families have reached a settlement with insurers and others for $997 million. CBS Miami reporter Ashley Dyer has more details.

Senate blocks bill that would protect abortion access

Senate Democrats fell short of the 60 votes needed to advance the Women's Health Protection Act to enshrine abortion protections into federal law. Sen. Joe Manchin was the only Democrat to side with Republicans against the legislation. Nikole Killion reports.

Democratic and Republican political strategies on abortion rights

Senate Republicans blocked a bill that would have protected abortion rights under federal law. With the future of Roe v. Wade in doubt, Democrats and Republicans expect abortion to become a key campaign issue in the midterms. CBS News political analyst Leslie Sanchez and CBS News political contributor Joel Payne join "Red and Blue" to discuss.

"CBS Evening News" headlines for Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."

President Biden visits Illinois as inflation remains high

President Biden went to Illinois on Wednesday to support farmers and agriculture. Inflation remains high across the nation, and Mr. Biden cited Russia's war in Ukraine as one of the reasons in his remarks on Wednesday. CBS News Senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett from Chicago to discuss the president's visit.

Coastal Fire destroys homes in Orange County, California

The Coastal Fire in Orange County, California, fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, has destroyed multiple homes. Local officials gave an update on the fire Wednesday night. Watch their remarks.