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

The Oklahoma Supreme Court blocks enforcement of new social studies standards, ruling the State Board of Education violated the Open Meeting Act.

The Oklahoma State Department of Education introduces a new open records process using the Awareity platform to promote transparency.

An OU professor with a valid H-1B visa was detained by ICE while preparing to board a flight to Washington, D.C.

A federal appeals court is asked to reinstate a lawsuit challenging Oklahoma’s school bathroom law, arguing it violates Title IX and equal protection.

Americans United seeks records on communications tied to a proposed Jewish virtual charter school.

Oklahoma schools and food banks are teaming up to make sure students have meals during the holiday break.

The State Board of Education approves a budget topping $4B, fires its attorneys in active lawsuits, and delays social studies standards for 60 days.

Oklahoma’s state school board meets to review two Supreme Court-level suits and teacher licensing today. Stay updated on local education decisions.

State and county officials investigate claims that Elgin Public Schools staff served alcohol to minors during a private party attended by students.

Retired El Reno Superintendent Craig McVay enters state superintendent race as Democrat, pledging focus on kids and transparency.

Governor Kevin Stitt is preparing to name a replacement for Ryan Walters as State Superintendent once his resignation becomes official.

State Superintendent Ryan Walters resigns, Gov. Kevin Stitt must appoint replacement. Walters will lead Teacher Freedom Alliance.

Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters says teachers from “liberal states” must pass a 50-question test with a perfect score before working in Oklahoma classrooms.