The Labor Department’s latest report shows employers added 253,000 jobs in April. Daniel Altman, chief economist at Instawork, breaks down the findings. Source
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Latest jobs report shows strong economic growth
The U.S. added 253,000 jobs in April, according to a report released Friday by the Labor Department, well above estimates from economists. Unemployment also fell to 3.4%, and wages were also higher. Ed O’Keefe has the details. Source
Chokehold death of man on New York City subway set to go to grand jury, sources say
The chokehold death of a 30-year-old man earlier this week aboard a New York City subway, which was ruled a homicide, will likely go to a grand jury, sources told CBS News Friday. Source
Alabama police seek dead man’s identity in 33-year-old cold case
Investigator believe that the unidentified victim could have been wearing the six pairs of socks on each foot because his shoes were much larger than his feet. Source
At least 8 fake electors have immunity in Georgia election probe
The prosecutor investigating possible illegal meddling in the 2020 election in Georgia has agreed to immunity deals with at least eight Republican fake electors who signed a certificate falsely stating that then-President Donald Trump had won the state. Source
Arlington Cemetery pauses horse use for 45 days for health concerns
The horses that lead the caissons holding caskets of fallen service members at Arlington National Cemetery during funeral processions are taking a break for health reasons. Source
Coronation includes no formal roles for Princes Harry or Andrew
King Charles’ second son, Prince Harry, very publicly gave up his role as a “working” member of the royal family, while Andrew had his duties taken away. Source
Book excerpt: “Wildflower: A Memoir” by Aurora James
The designer, fashion entrepreneur and activist writes about how she found inspiration for her Brother Vellies shoes in a medina in Marrakesh, Morocco. Source
Feinstein vows to return but doesn’t say when, leaving Senate in limbo
Sen. Dianne Feinstein has been absent from Congress since February, and her prolonged leave for health reasons has prevented the confirmation of some of President Biden’s judicial nominees. Source
Why fatal shark attack in Australia has been classified as “provoked”
Simon Nellist was killed when a great white shark attacked him in the waters near Sydney in February 2022. Source