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Syrian Kurds fight ISIS on their own
The People’s Protection Units, a Syrian-Kurdish fighting force also known as YPG,has been fighting against ISIS sine the terror group began its land grab. Despite being outnumbered, outgunned and surrounded by enemies, YPG continues to battle ISIS with whatever it can. Stuart Ramsay of CBS News partner Sky News reports from Sari Kani, Syria. Source
New app for medical marijuana users
There’s a new smartphone app that allows medical marijuana users to get delivery from dispensaries to their door. The app, Nestdrop, is a medical delivery service created by founders Roddy Rodnia and Michael Pycher. KCBS reports. Source
Protestors in support of Mike Brown rally at Rams game
A woman caught in the crossfire between protesters and football fans had to be treated for a black eye after about 20 demonstrators rallying for Mike Brown clashed with Rams fans outside of the Edward Jones Dome. The police department in St. Louis say two people were arrested. KMOV reports. Source
Liberian healthcare workers in Minnesota asked to help combat Ebola
Liberian natives who have healthcare jobs in the U.S. are being urged to consider traveling to the area where Ebola is at its worst — West Africa. A congressman explained the need for help to quell the spread of the virus. WCCO has the story. Source
Paralyzed man accompanies bride down the aisle
Groom Matt Ficarra stole the spotlight at his wedding. The 30-year-old was paralyzed from the waist down in a boating accident more than three years ago, but was able to walk his bride down the aisle using a exoskeleton. Norah O’Donnell reports. Source
American CEO of Chinese liquor company adapts to new climate
The Chinese drank 11 billion liters of Baijiu last year, making it the most consumed spirit by volume. After suffering a significant loss in revenue, Sichuan Swellfun CEO Jim Rice is hoping a new approach will reinvigorate the business. Seth Doane reports. Source
Naomi Watts on new comedy “St. Vincent,” career and family
The Oscar-nominated actress stars alongside Bill Murray in the new comedy “St. Vincent.” She plays his pregnant Russian stripper girlfriend. Naomi Watts joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss her comedic role. Source
Are parents making mistakes with child medicine dosage?
A new study shows that adults make mistakes in dosage when giving children medicine. Dr. Holly Phillips joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the surprising results. Source
Director George Lucas on threat to movie industry
During a Chicago Ideas Week panel, “Star Wars” creator George Lucas told Charlie Rose that the lack of creativity from the big movie studios is a major threat to Hollywood. The director is opening the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Chicago that will house movie memorabilia along with works of art. Source