9 AM ET: Helene's 'apocalyptic' aftermath, breast cancer deaths drop, baseball legend dies & more

CNN 5 Things - A podcast by CNN

Israel has started a ground war in southern Lebanon overnight, targeting Hezbollah. A lack of cell phone coverage and access means hundreds of people are struggling to get in touch with their loved ones in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. It's the VP debate tonight, as Minnesota Governor Tim Walz takes on Ohio Senator JD Vance. Breast cancer deaths are dropping in the US, but there's been a jump in cases. And, a baseball legend who's career ended in controversy has died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices