It could be an air travel nightmare for passengers flying Southwest Airlines, as the company delayed or canceled hundreds of flights already because of a mysterious glitch. The airline has no idea what’s causing the problem. Arezow Doost from CBS Dallas-Fort Worth station KTVT reports from Love Field in Dallas, Texas. Source
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Who is presidential candidate Jim Webb?
The one-time senator from Virginia and best-selling novelist is running for president Source
Who is presidential candidate Lincoln Chafee?
The former Rhode Island senator and governor is running for president as a declared Democrat, though Chafee has been both an Independent and a Republican in the past Source
Getting up close with “Criminal Minds”
Series star Joe Mantegna directs an episode of the CBS drama, starring Shemar Moore and featuring a guest appearance by NFL Hall of Famer Michael Irvin. Lauren Moraski reports. Source
Meet a puppeteer with a gift for pulling strings
Basil Twist has made a remarkable career animating puppets, a career so exceptional the MacArthur Foundation recently granted him one of its so-called “genius grants.” Twist explains the ideas behind his artistry for the stage and films. Source
High wire movie: “The Walk”
He was a man who permanently redefined the phrase, “High-wire.” Phillip Petit’s 1974 death-defying performance is dramatized in a film by Robert Zemeckis. It was one of the most daring feats in history. The tightrope performance between the Twin Towers is brought to the big screen in a new film, “The Walk.” Anthony Mason reports. Source
Valley Fire: Third worst in California history
Less than one month ago, residents of Middletown, California were driven from their homes as a wildfire raced through their community. Half of the town burned down in what was named “Valley Fire.” It was the third worst in California history, but thanks to the heroic efforts of firefighters, many lives were saved. Carter Evans reports as survivors are determined to rebuild. Source
Predictit: Political betting scandal
FanDuel and DraftKings were involved in a scandal that’s compared to insider trading on wall street, which has led to new attention on the political prediction website, “Predict it.” The site lets you wager on all sorts of political and financial events. Political reporter of Politico, Gabriel Debendetti joins “CBS This Morning.” Source
Are patients charged drastically different prices for the same medical procedure?
Patients are often charged drastically different prices for the same medical procedures and research may link later bedtimes with gaining weight. Doctors Jon LaPook and Holly Phillips report. Source
Lawmakers push for more control on drones
As of September 27th, the federal aviation administration logged 920 reports of drone sightings this year, most coming from commercial or general aviation pilots. Federal data shows California having more close calls than any other state. Lawmakers are working to launch an offensive so drones can fly safely with planes and helicopters. Ben Tracy reports. Source