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Attorney General Clarifies Drag Show Law in Oklahoma
Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond says drag shows are not banned under new law, contradicting earlier claims by Governor Stitt.

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Sep 10, 20251 min read


Oklahoma Child Gun Deaths Exceed National Average
Oklahoma averages 75 child gun deaths per year, higher than the national rate. Advocates call for stronger safety measures.

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Sep 10, 20251 min read


Historic Baptist Building in OKC Added to National Register
Oklahoma City’s Baptist Building earns a spot on the National Register of Historic Places. Restoration plans aim to bring tenants back to the 1948 landmark.

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Sep 10, 20251 min read


CVS Caremark to Repay Oklahoma $32 Million After Rebate Lawsuit
CVS Caremark will return $32M to Oklahoma after a lawsuit alleged rebates and discounts were withheld from the state employee health plan. $5M covers legal fees.

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Sep 10, 20251 min read


Nation’s Report Card: Oklahoma Students Still Trail National Averages
Oklahoma student proficiency in math and reading remains below national averages. 4th grade math shows improvement; 8th grade math and reading lag post-pandemic.

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Sep 10, 20251 min read


Oklahoma August Tax Collections Slip Nearly $3 Million
The state collected $1.27B in August, down almost $3M year-over-year. Personal and business income taxes led, while sales tax trailed.

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Sep 10, 20251 min read


Minco Crash Renews Push to Require Seatbelts on Oklahoma School Buses
After the Minco school bus crash, leaders including AG Gentner Drummond and Harold Hamm urge lawmakers to mandate seatbelts on school buses.

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Sep 10, 20251 min read


Lawmakers to Study Oklahoma’s Cat and Dog Overpopulation
Oklahoma legislators will examine cat and dog overpopulation, its impact on shelters and communities, and potential solutions during an interim study at the Capitol. Public comments invited.
Discover Teaser: Oklahoma targets pet overpopulation—public invited to weigh in

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Sep 10, 20251 min read


OU’s Big Red Rocket Returns: Restored 1923 Model T Back on Game Days
The iconic 1923 Model T “Big Red Rocket” once driven by Cecil Samara has been restored and will appear again at OU games.

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Sep 9, 20251 min read


24 Earthquakes Strike Near Calumet Over Four Days
A series of earthquakes near Calumet rattled central Oklahoma, including a 3.2 magnitude quake Monday morning.

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Sep 9, 20251 min read


OU Quarterback John Mateer Named SEC Offensive Player of the Week
OU quarterback John Mateer earned SEC honors after completing 62% of his passes in a 24-13 win over Michigan.

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Sep 9, 20251 min read


Minco Bus Crash Caused by Deer Collision, 7 Injured Including Coach and Students
A Minco school bus carrying the softball team crashed after hitting a deer, injuring four students and three adults, including coach Cody Schmidt. The rollover crash renews debate on school bus seat belts.

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Sep 9, 20251 min read


AG Accuses Outgoing OMES Director Rick Rose of Blocking Task Force
The Oklahoma AG’s office claims outgoing OMES Director Rick Rose blocked vehicle purchases for a task force fighting illegal marijuana grows.

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Sep 9, 20251 min read


Four High-Ranking Oklahoma state Officials Resign in Capitol Shake-Up
Secretary of State Josh Cockroft and three other senior officials are stepping down, marking one of the largest waves of resignations in recent years.

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Sep 9, 20251 min read


Glenpool Leaders Demand Highway 75 Fix After Deadly Crash That Killed 9-Year-Old
A 9-year-old boy was killed and four others injured in a Glenpool crash. City leaders call Highway 75 the most dangerous road and push ODOT for safety upgrades.

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Sep 9, 20251 min read


SSM Health Launches Innovative Nursing Program
SSM Health will cover tuition for new nurses who commit to working for the organization, addressing Oklahoma’s nursing shortage.

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Sep 8, 20251 min read


Chickasha Approves Tiny Home Development
Chickasha City Council approves construction of one-bedroom, one-bath tiny homes on a vacant lot. Units will lease for $700 per month.

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Sep 8, 20251 min read


Oklahoma to Study Nuclear Power as Demand Rises
State officials will study whether nuclear power could be a part of Oklahoma’s future energy mix amid rising electricity demand from data centers.

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Sep 8, 20251 min read


19 Native American Children to Return to Oklahoma for Reburial
Nineteen Native American children who died at the Carlisle Indian School in Pennsylvania will be returned to Oklahoma for reburial, fulfilling a decades-long request from tribal nations.

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Sep 8, 20251 min read


Homeless Roundup in Tulsa Draws Statewide Attention
OHP has begun clearing homeless encampments in Tulsa after an order from Gov. Kevin Stitt. Homeless individuals are given a choice: shelter or jail.

mike33692
Sep 8, 20252 min read
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