The September jobs report showed that the U.S. economy created 336,000 jobs last month — a sign that the job market remained strong despite challenges with inflation. Jeanna Smialek, a Federal Reserve and U.S. economy reporter at The New York Times, has more. Source
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Darius Rucker’s new album is tribute to his mother who never got to see his success
Country music star Darius Rucker is out with a new album, “Carolyn’s Boy.” It is his first album in six years and is named after his late mother. Rucker says his mother believed in him when no one else did, but she died before she ever got to see his success. CBS News’ Jan Crawford sat down with him at his home in Nashville to reflect on his career and why he feels this is his most personal work yet. Source
Wayne Brady says coming out as pansexual helped him address mental health struggles
CBS game show host Wayne Brady’s talents include acting, singing, dancing and improvising. Now the multi-Emmy-winner and host of “Let’s Make a Deal” discusses coming out as pansexual with “Entertainment Tonight” co-host Nischelle Turner. Source
Runaway monkey captured after escaping in Indianapolis
Residents of an Indianapolis neighborhood found themselves entertained by the escapades of a mischievous monkey named “Momo” this week. Momo broke free from his enclosure at his owner’s home and embarked on a 17-hour adventure through the local streets. Source
Moderna’s dual COVID-flu vaccine moves to late-stage trial after signs of success
Moderna plans to begin a late-stage trial later this year of its combination vaccines that offer protection against both COVID-19 and the flu. Dr. Stephanie Navarro Silvera, a professor in the Department of Public Health at Montclair State University, explains why a dual shot would be considered “a win in terms of public health.” Source
Video shows arrest of Tupac murder suspect Duane “Keffe D” Davis
The video, obtained by CBS affiliate KLAS-TV, shows an officer approach Davis near his home. Source
Weight loss drugs Ozempic, Wegovy linked to severe stomach problems, study finds
Popular weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy have been linked to an increased risk of severe stomach problems, including pancreatitis and stomach paralysis. CBS News’ Elaine Quijano reports on the new JAMA study. Source
Wayne Brady explains why he came out publicly as pansexual
Wayne Brady said coming out as pansexual doesn’t stop him from being “the dopest host on TV.” He said, “I’m better because I’m lighter.” Source
Eye Opener: Biden to extend U.S.-Mexico border wall
President Biden moves to extend the wall on the U.S.-Mexico border, despite promising as a candidate he would never do that. Also, Former President Trump endorses conservative firebrand Jim Jordan to be the next House speaker. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Source
Trump endorses Jim Jordan for House speaker after Kevin McCarthy’s ouster
Former President Donald Trump endorsed House Oversight Committee Chair and Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan for Speaker of the House in a post early Friday. Trump’s endorsement came shortly after the former president offered to serve as a short-term speaker. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports from Capitol Hill. Source