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rabid skunk Pauls Valley
Pauls Valley officials confirm a rabid skunk was captured near a residence, prompting warnings for pet vaccinations and wildlife safety.

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3 days ago1 min read


Lawton Medical Marijuana Grow Shut Down Over Compliance Violations
Oklahoma regulators ordered a Lawton medical marijuana grow to shut down after finding thousands of untagged cannabis plants.

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4 days ago1 min read


Flu Risk High Across Oklahoma as Cases Rise Statewide
Oklahoma health officials report flu risk is now high statewide, prompting schools to implement flu prevention protocols.

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4 days ago1 min read


Oklahoma Expands Childcare Subsidy for Ages 6 to 8
DHS announces partial expansion of Oklahoma’s childcare subsidy program beginning January 12.

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4 days ago1 min read


Attorney General Clarifies Medical Parole Process
A new opinion outlines how medical parole requests must be handled for aging inmates in Oklahoma prisons.

mike33692
Jan 51 min read


Oklahoma Withholds County Measles Data
Oklahoma stands alone in refusing to release regional measles data, raising public health concerns.

mike33692
Jan 51 min read


Health Insurance Premiums Could Rise Sharply in Oklahoma
Health insurance premiums are expected to rise sharply for nearly 300,000 Oklahomans as federal subsidies expire, raising concerns about affordability and coverage loss.

mike33692
Jan 22 min read


Goodbye 2025: Five Measurable Wins for Oklahoma
From job growth to infrastructure and education, here are five measurable successes Oklahoma achieved in 2025 as the year comes to a close.

mike33692
Dec 31, 20252 min read


Oklahoma Secures $200M for Rural Healthcare Access
Oklahoma has secured more than $200 million in federal funding to expand rural healthcare access through clinics, workforce support, and infrastructure improvements.

mike33692
Dec 30, 20251 min read


New Medical Marijuana Laws Take Effect January 1
New Oklahoma medical marijuana laws affect cardholders, prescribing doctors, and DUI enforcement beginning January 1.

mike33692
Dec 29, 20251 min read


988 Mental Health Crisis Line Faces Funding Shortfall
Oklahoma’s 988 mental health crisis line has handled tens of thousands of contacts, but federal funding ends this fall, shifting costs to the state.

mike33692
Dec 29, 20251 min read


AAA Survey Shows Support for Technology to Prevent Impaired Driving
A new AAA survey finds strong public support for vehicle technology designed to prevent impaired driving and reduce deadly crashes.

mike33692
Dec 29, 20251 min read


Flu Activity Low in Oklahoma as National Cases Increase
Seasonal flu activity is rising across the U.S., but Oklahoma continues to report minimal levels of illness, according to the CDC.

mike33692
Dec 22, 20251 min read


Oklahoma Lawmakers Propose Sales Tax Exemption on Diapers
A proposed bill would exempt baby diapers from Oklahoma sales tax, aiming to ease monthly costs for families with young children.

mike33692
Dec 18, 20251 min read


Tyson Foods Responds to Oklahoma Illinois River Lawsuit
Tyson Foods says it may not renew contracts if Oklahoma receives a $100 million settlement in the Illinois River pollution case, drawing sharp criticism.

mike33692
Dec 17, 20251 min read


Oklahoma Water Plan Shows $24 Billion Infrastructure Need
Oklahoma’s new comprehensive water plan identifies $24 billion in long-term infrastructure needs as lawmakers review budget requests from state agencies.

mike33692
Dec 17, 20251 min read


Grady County Water District Files PFAS Lawsuit
A rural Grady County water district is suing manufacturers over PFAS contamination linked to firefighting foam and long-term health risks.

mike33692
Dec 16, 20251 min read


Federal Housing Policy Shift Puts Oklahoma Homeless Programs at Risk
Oklahoma homeless service providers are facing uncertainty after a federal shift away from Housing First policies toward treatment and work requirements.

mike33692
Dec 16, 20251 min read


FDA Recalls Hidden Valley Salad Dressings
The FDA is recalling select Hidden Valley salad dressings sold in Oklahoma and other states after possible plastic contamination was discovered.

mike33692
Dec 15, 20251 min read


Oklahoma Lawmakers Ask AG to Revisit COVID Response Investigation
Twenty-one Republican Oklahoma lawmakers request a renewed investigation into the state’s COVID-19 response and treatment decisions.

mike33692
Dec 10, 20251 min read
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