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The U.S. health care system faces a growing shortage of doctors while patients’ health needs become more complex. To help solve this, health systems like Sutter are partnering with universities to train more physicians and prepare them for modern health care, which includes teamwork, new technology, and whole-person care.
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The U.S. could have a shortage of up to 86,000 doctors by 2036, according to the Association of American Medical Colleges.
California already experiences doctor shortages, especially in primary care and some specialties.
Sutter Health partnered with Santa Clara University to open the Mark & Mary Stevens School of Medicine, the first new medical school in the San Francisco Bay Area in over 100 years.
Modern health care involves managing multiple chronic conditions, teamwork across settings, virtual care, and new technology like artificial intelligence (AI).
Future doctors need training in clinical skills, teamwork, using digital tools, and caring for the whole person, not just one illness.
Sutter Health plans to train about 575 residents and fellows each year by 2027 through 39 accredited programs.
The new medical school integrates education, research, and real-world health care within a not-for-profit health system.
There is a strong focus on ethics, service, and human-centered care alongside technological advances.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified before the Senate about recent events in the Iran war. He said Iran has agreed to discuss nuclear issues they had refused to talk about before but did not predict what the talks might achieve.
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Marco Rubio gave his first public testimony since the Iran war began.
He spoke to U.S. lawmakers on Tuesday.
Iran agreed to negotiate on some nuclear-related topics.
These topics were previously off limits for discussions.
Rubio did not give a clear outcome or prediction for the talks.
The testimony took place amid ongoing conflict involving Iran.
The focus was on U.S. foreign policy regarding Iran under President Trump.
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), will lead a White House press briefing about new Medicaid rules. The Trump administration has issued a rule that requires most Medicaid recipients aged 19 to 64 to prove they are working or participating in community service.
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Dr. Mehmet Oz is the CMS administrator and is speaking at the White House briefing.
The briefing follows a new rule from the Trump administration.
The rule affects Medicaid beneficiaries between the ages of 19 and 64.
Most of these Medicaid recipients must show proof they work or do community service.
The new rule aims to change how Medicaid eligibility is determined.
Medicaid is a government program that helps low-income people get health care.
The briefing is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon.
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U.S. job openings increased to 7.6 million in April, showing a strong labor market despite economic challenges linked to the war with Iran. Employers posted more vacancies than expected, while layoffs and quitting rates fell, indicating workers feel more secure in their jobs.
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Job openings rose from 6.9 million in March to 7.6 million in April, the highest since May 2024.
Economists had predicted 6.8 million openings, so the actual number was higher.
Layoffs decreased, and fewer people quit their jobs, showing confidence in job stability.
Hiring slowed down, suggesting companies are cautious about adding new workers.
Job growth improved in 2025 after a very weak year in 2024 where fewer than 10,000 jobs were added per month.
Large tax refunds from President Donald Trump’s tax cut bill helped boost the economy early this year but are now fading.
Fewer new jobs are needed monthly to keep unemployment stable due to immigration policies and retirements.
The May job report is expected to show 100,000 new jobs added and a 4.3% unemployment rate.
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A special group of New Mexico lawmakers is investigating Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch near Santa Fe. They will send subpoenas to 14 organizations connected to Epstein’s case as part of their inquiry.
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The investigation focuses on Jeffrey Epstein’s ranch in New Mexico.
A bipartisan special committee called the New Mexico Truth Commission leads the probe.
The commission plans to issue subpoenas, which are official orders to provide information.
Fourteen different groups or agencies will receive these subpoenas.
The goal is to gather information about investigations related to Epstein.
Jeffrey Epstein was a convicted sex offender.
The inquiry is part of broader efforts to understand Epstein’s activities in New Mexico.
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California is holding a primary election to choose candidates for governor. The race has 61 candidates and is the most expensive governor’s race ever, with over $315 million spent on ads. The election uses a "top-two" system where the two candidates with the most votes, no matter their party, move to the general election.
Key Facts
California currently has a governor, Gavin Newsom, who is term-limited and cannot run again.
There are 61 candidates running for governor from both Democratic and Republican parties.
California uses a "jungle" or non-partisan primary where all candidates appear on one ballot, and the top two go to the general election.
The race has seen more than $315 million in advertising, the highest ever for a governor’s race in the U.S.
Leading candidates include Democrats Xavier Becerra, Tom Steyer, Katie Porter, and Republicans Chad Bianco and Steve Hilton.
Republican Steve Hilton received an endorsement from President Donald Trump, which could affect voter support.
A poll showed Becerra and Hilton leading with about 20% each, followed by Steyer, Bianco, and Porter.
Eric Swalwell suspended his campaign amid allegations but remains on the ballot because he missed the withdrawal deadline.
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Wes Streeting said he struggled to get the government to act on the situation in Gaza, sharing reports from doctors working there. Private messages revealed Peter Mandelson criticized Streeting as “hysterical” and “pathetic” in his efforts. The messages were released during Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to the US.
Key Facts
Wes Streeting tried to raise government concern about Gaza in 2025 while he was health secretary.
Streeting shared a detailed dossier with cabinet ministers, including graphic images and doctors’ testimonies about injuries and suffering in Gaza.
Peter Mandelson privately criticized Streeting as “hysterical,” “pathetic,” and suggested he was having a “mid-life crisis.”
Streeting said he supported Israel’s right to defend itself and Palestinians’ right to a state.
Streeting and other ministers felt their efforts to push for action were often ignored or dismissed.
The messages were revealed as part of documents related to Mandelson’s new role as ambassador to the US.
Mandelson also criticized Labour leader Keir Starmer and the cabinet in other messages.
Government officials said the messages were embarrassing but released to meet transparency rules.
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The Justice Department, under President Donald Trump’s administration, proposed a fund called the "anti-weaponization" fund to address certain issues. However, this plan is facing criticism from lawmakers and legal challenges, causing the administration to reconsider its support for the fund.
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The Justice Department created a plan for an "anti-weaponization" fund.
The fund aims to address problems related to weapon use or misuse.
Lawmakers have expressed opposition to this fund.
There are ongoing legal battles challenging the fund.
Because of this pushback, the Trump administration is stepping back from the fund.
CBS News reporter Weijia Jiang covered this story.
The situation is developing with ongoing debate and review.
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President Donald Trump named Bill Pulte as the acting director of national intelligence, replacing Tulsi Gabbard. Pulte has no experience in national security but continues to lead the Federal Housing Finance Agency and mortgage companies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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Bill Pulte was appointed acting director of national intelligence (DNI) by President Trump.
Pulte previously led the Federal Housing Finance Agency and oversees mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
The DNI position legally requires extensive experience in national security, which Pulte lacks.
Pulte is known for publicly attacking political opponents of President Trump.
Some Democratic lawmakers criticize Pulte for using government power to pursue political retribution.
Pulte has accused certain Democratic officials of falsifying mortgage documents and faced an internal complaint about improper access to records.
Vice President JD Vance supports Pulte, saying intelligence agencies should follow elected leaders.
Pulte has worked to remove diversity, equity, and inclusion policies at Fannie Mae and proposed a new 50-year mortgage plan.
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A woman, Jo Shaw, died after an explosion caused by her former partner, Ryan Kelly, in Bristol. The police watchdog is investigating how the police handled past incidents involving the couple before the explosion.
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Jo Shaw, 35, was killed in an explosion caused by Ryan Kelly, 41, in Bristol on May 3.
Ryan Kelly, her former partner, also died in the blast.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is investigating police contact with the couple over the last five years.
Kelly had previous accusations of stalking, harassment, and assault.
Police treated the explosion as deliberate and classified Shaw’s death as a homicide.
Three other people, including a child, had minor injuries from the explosion.
Police received a call about a forced entry and a man with explosives shortly before the blast.
Emergency services evacuated neighbors and searched the area for explosives after the incident.
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Starting January 1, 2027, many adults covered by Medicaid through the Affordable Care Act expansion must work, study, or volunteer 80 hours a month to keep their health coverage. Some groups, like pregnant women, people with disabilities, and caregivers, will not have to follow these new rules.
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued new work requirements for certain Medicaid recipients under ACA expansion.
Recipients must complete 80 hours per month of work, community service, job training, or education to apply for or keep Medicaid.
The requirement applies to adults aged 19 to 64 who are not on Medicare.
People earning at least $580 monthly, the equivalent of 80 hours at minimum wage, meet the requirement.
States must check if individuals meet these requirements when they apply or renew coverage.
Those unable to verify compliance get 30 days to prove they qualify or show an exemption.
Exemptions include pregnant people, former foster youth, Native Americans, disabled veterans, caregivers for young children or disabled individuals, and medically frail people.
The new rules come from recent legislation called the Working Families Tax Cut and aim to encourage work and independence.
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Former Vice President Mike Pence spoke on CBS Mornings about President Donald Trump's popularity among Republican voters. He also shared his thoughts on the importance of personal values in politics and mentioned his support in the Texas Senate race.
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Mike Pence is the former Vice President of the United States.
He appeared on CBS Mornings to discuss current political topics.
Pence talked about President Trump's popularity in the Republican Party.
He emphasized the role of personal values in political decisions.
Pence revealed who he supports in the Texas Senate race.
The discussion focused on American politics and political campaigns.
The interview is available on CBS News and the CBS News app.
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Over 20 U.S. states have raised their minimum wage in 2026, while the federal minimum wage stays at $7.25 per hour. These state increases reflect efforts to address higher living costs and have created a wide difference in pay depending on where people live.
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More than 20 states have increased their minimum wage in 2026, including California, New York, and Washington.
Some states plan to raise wages later in 2026, such as Alaska, Oregon, and Florida.
The federal minimum wage remains $7.25 per hour, unchanged since 2009.
Employers must pay the highest minimum wage applicable, whether federal, state, or local.
Over 30 states currently have minimum wages above the federal level.
States like Washington and California have wages around $16 to $17 per hour.
Many states still pay the federal minimum, creating large pay differences across the country.
Companies need to adjust pay systems to comply with varying wage laws and overtime rules.
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The article argues that elected officials and their staff should be clearly prohibited by law from participating in prediction markets. It suggests that these markets, which involve betting on political outcomes, have become problematic and need regulation.
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Prediction markets allow people to bet on political events and outcomes.
The current use of these markets by elected officials and their employees raises concerns.
The article calls for clear and binding laws to stop such participation.
It suggests that prediction markets in politics are currently unregulated or not sufficiently controlled.
The goal is to prevent insider trading or unfair advantages in political decision-making.
Congress is the branch of government that should create these laws.
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed concerns about President Trump’s choice of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. Thune said the position should not be used for political purposes and suggested that Pulte’s background may not fit the role.
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President Trump appointed Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence.
Bill Pulte is known as a homebuilder and currently leads the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA).
Senate Majority Leader John Thune spoke to reporters about the appointment.
Thune said the director of national intelligence role should not be "weaponized," meaning it should not be used for political attacks or agendas.
Thune’s comments imply concerns about Pulte’s experience in intelligence matters.
The director of national intelligence manages the country’s intelligence agencies and oversees national security information.
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Downing Street confirmed that Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s WhatsApp messages automatically delete after a set time. This raises questions about how complete the records are regarding his role in appointing Peter Mandelson as ambassador to Washington, though officials say all required information has been provided.
New York’s attorney general filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump’s administration for canceling an offshore wind energy project and making a $1 billion refund deal with French company TotalEnergies. Several other states joined New York, arguing this deal will harm their economies, energy systems, and climate efforts. The lawsuit claims the administration did not follow proper legal steps when ending the wind project lease.
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New York and six other states sued the Trump administration over canceling offshore wind projects.
The deal includes a $1 billion payment to TotalEnergies to stop offshore wind plans and invest in fossil fuels.
TotalEnergies had bought wind project leases off New York and North Carolina in 2022 for nearly $930 million combined.
The New York wind project could have generated 3 gigawatts of clean energy, powering around one million homes.
The project was expected to save New Yorkers $10 billion on electricity bills, with $500 million saved by low-income households.
New York officials say the deal will cost thousands of union jobs and reduce clean, affordable energy options.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum defended the deal, saying TotalEnergies was refunded money they had already spent on U.S. energy projects.
The lawsuit asks a federal court to overturn the lease cancellation and settlement with TotalEnergies’ subsidiary, Attentive Energy.
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Stephen Craig Campbell stole the identity of a college graduate who died in 1975 and used it for over 40 years to avoid arrest on an attempted murder charge. He was arrested in New Mexico in 2025 and pleaded guilty to multiple fraud-related charges.
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Campbell assumed the identity of Walter Lee Coffman, who died in a car accident at age 22 in 1975.
Campbell was wanted for a 1983 attempted murder charge in Wyoming and managed to avoid arrest for four decades.
He applied for and renewed a U.S. passport under Coffman’s name starting in 1984, using his own photo and address.
Campbell obtained a Social Security card in Coffman’s name in 1995 after getting the death records removed.
He likely collected around $140,000 in government benefits using the false identity.
Campbell bought property, renewed a driver’s license, and lived under Coffman’s name in New Mexico.
He was arrested in February 2025 after a raid; officers found 57 firearms and ammunition at his home.
Campbell admitted to planting an explosive device in 1982 that injured his estranged wife’s boyfriend’s girlfriend.
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California holds a primary election to choose leaders, including the next governor, but the state counts votes much slower than other big democracies and U.S. states. This slow process is due to laws that aim to count every vote accurately, including mail-in ballots that arrive after Election Day if postmarked on time.
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California is the U.S. state with the slowest vote-counting process.
The state mails ballots to all registered voters, and most people vote by mail.
Ballots can arrive up to seven days after Election Day if they have the correct postmark.
Officials verify signatures on ballots and may contact voters to fix any issues.
Provisional and late registration ballots require extra checks before counting.
The final official count and certification can take up to 30 days after the election.
California prioritizes "maximum participation" and accuracy over speed in its elections.
Despite these efforts, voter turnout dropped by about 5 percentage points in 2024 compared to 2020.
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A 14-year-old boy went missing in the ocean at Wildwood, New Jersey, on Monday afternoon. Rescue teams, including the Coast Guard and state police, are searching by boat and helicopter, but the boy has not yet been found.
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The boy went missing around 1:26 p.m. on Monday while swimming in the ocean.
Police, lifeguards, and fire department responders arrived quickly to help swimmers in distress.
Three swimmers were helped out of the water; one was taken to the hospital and is in stable condition.
The Coast Guard and New Jersey State Police joined the search using boats and helicopters.
The ocean conditions were very rough with strong winds and currents.
Search efforts for the missing boy are still ongoing as of the latest report.
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