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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is looking at adopting new technologies to reduce improper payments and fraud across its programs. The agency oversees vast federal health spending, so curbing erroneous or fraudulent payouts is a longstanding priority. The report has drawn attention in federal technology and healthcare policy circles as agencies weigh modernization of payment oversight.

The finance committee of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is reviewing a $2.1 billion budget while the district remains under investigation. The budget review continues as normal governance work, but the ongoing inquiry adds scrutiny to spending decisions. Details of the investigation's scope and any impact on the budget process have not been laid out in the available reporting.

The Clop ransomware gang has moved to new server infrastructure after exploiting a vulnerability in Grav CMS, the open-source flat-file content management system. The extortion group, known for large-scale data-theft campaigns against corporations and government agencies, is continuing operations despite the disruption. Security teams are being urged to patch Grav CMS installations and review whether their systems were targeted.

Leaders of CMS gathered to discuss the organization's finances and operations while it remains under investigation. Details about the specific findings, who is investigating, or what was said at the meeting have not been released. The combination of an internal review of money matters and active probes has drawn attention to the leadership's handling of the situation.

Colorado Congressman Gabe Evans and CMS Administrator Dr. Oz visited the University of Northern Colorado's new building in Greeley, where they discussed Medicaid policy. The visit drew local attention in northern Colorado as debate continues over federal health care funding and potential changes to the Medicaid program affecting the state.