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Bottle Service In Oklahoma: Lawmaker Hopes For Growth In Entertainment Industry
Barry Mangold
A new state law makes it legal for licensed businesses to sell entire bottles of liquor to customers for them to drink on-site, otherwise known as bottle service.
State Election Secretary Raises Concerns Over Federal Overhaul Bill
Storme Jones
State Election Secretary Paul Ziriax said in a letter to Oklahoma Senators Jim Inhofe and James Lankford, if the For the People Act passes Congress, the bill would set election officials like him up for failure and create chaos in our elections.
State Lawmakers Close Out The Legislative Session
Storme Jones
During the first half of the 58th legislature, lawmakers passed tax cuts, boosts to education, investments in broadband, controversial bills on race and a slew of abortion bills signed into law.
State Lawmakers Gavel Out Legislative Session
Storme Jones
State lawmakers ended a four-month session Thursday, their first full session in two years.
Replacing AG Hunter Will Be Difficult, Legal Expert Says
Barry Mangold
The resignation of Attorney General Mike Hunter comes as Oklahoma state and tribal leaders juggle criminal jurisdiction confusion caused by the McGirt ruling last year by the U.S. Supreme Court.
Attorney General Mike Hunter Resigns Amid 'Personal Matters'
Storme Jones
Oklahoma's top law enforcement officer announced his resignation on Wednesday.
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State Senate Passes Bill Banning School Vaccine Requirements, Partial Mask Mandate
Storme Jones
As the Oklahoma legislation heads toward adjournment, a bill passed the Senate to ban mask mandates targeting only those who are unvaccinated.
State Senate Passes Bill Banning School Vaccine Requirements, Partial Mask Mandate
Storme Jones
As the Oklahoma legislation heads toward adjournment, a bill passed the Senate to ban mask mandates targeting only those who are unvaccinated.
House, Senate Democrats Vie For Transparency In State Budget Process
Storme Jones
Oklahoma democrats are pushing for transparency, saying all Oklahomans lose, in the state budget process.
House, Senate Democrats Vie For Transparency In State Budget Process
Storme Jones
Oklahoma democrats are pushing for transparency, saying all Oklahomans lose, in the state budget process.
Bill Placing ‘Guardrails’ On Medicaid Program Passes State Senate
Storme Jones
A bill that would have upended Gov. Kevin Stitt's Medicaid overhaul stalled in the Senate. Instead, lawmakers compromised, substituting language they said places guardrails on the privatization of Medicaid program.
Bill Placing ‘Guardrails’ On Medicaid Program Passes State Senate
Storme Jones
A bill that would have upended Gov. Kevin Stitt's Medicaid overhaul stalled in the Senate. Instead, lawmakers compromised, substituting language they said places guardrails on the privatization of Medicaid program.
Gov. Stitt Signs Law Giving New Protections To Oklahoma Bicyclists
Jonathan Cooper
A bill signed into law by Governor Kevin Stitt is giving new protections to bicyclists across Oklahoma.
Gov. Stitt Signs Law Giving New Protections To Oklahoma Bicyclists
Jonathan Cooper
A bill signed into law by Governor Kevin Stitt is giving new protections to bicyclists across Oklahoma.
Oklahoma House Advances $8.3 Billion Budget
Storme Jones
The Oklahoma state house passed the $8.3 billion budget Tuesday, sending the plan to the Senate for approval.
Oklahoma House Advances $8.3 Billion Budget
Storme Jones
The Oklahoma state house passed the $8.3 billion budget Tuesday, sending the plan to the Senate for approval.
Gov. Stitt To End Federal Unemployment Benefits Early, Offers Job Seekers $1,200 Reward
Storme Jones
Federal unemployment benefits will be ending weeks early for around 90,000 Oklahomans, Gov. Kevin Stitt announced Monday alongside employers who said they’re struggling to find people to fill open positions.
Gov. Stitt To End Federal Unemployment Benefits Early, Offers Job Seekers $1,200 Reward
Storme Jones
Federal unemployment benefits will be ending weeks early for around 90,000 Oklahomans, Gov. Kevin Stitt announced Monday alongside employers who said they’re struggling to find people to fill open positions.
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Blue-Green Algae Removed From Lake Hefner
Jordan Dafnis
About a month ago, toxic blue-green algae were found at Lake Hefner.
Blue-Green Algae Removed From Lake Hefner
Jordan Dafnis
About a month ago, toxic blue-green algae were found at Lake Hefner.
Community Action Partnership Opens Program Applications
News 9
Applications are now being accepted for the Head Start early childhood education program for children of income-eligible families in Oklahoma City.
Community Action Partnership Opens Program Applications
News 9
Applications are now being accepted for the Head Start early childhood education program for children of income-eligible families in Oklahoma City.
Thunder Select Australian Josh Giddey With Sixth Overall Pick, Execute Trades In 2021 NBA Draft
Nate Kotisso
In an early draft surprise, the Oklahoma City Thunder selected Australian guard Josh Giddey with the franchise’s first NBA Draft lottery pick in five years.
Thunder Select Australian Josh Giddey With Sixth Overall Pick, Execute Trades In 2021 NBA Draft
Nate Kotisso
In an early draft surprise, the Oklahoma City Thunder selected Australian guard Josh Giddey with the franchise’s first NBA Draft lottery pick in five years.
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Blue-Green Algae Removed From Lake Hefner
Jordan Dafnis
About a month ago, toxic blue-green algae were found at Lake Hefner.
Community Action Partnership Opens Program Applications
News 9
Applications are now being accepted for the Head Start early childhood education program for children of income-eligible families in Oklahoma City.
Thunder Select Australian Josh Giddey With Sixth Overall Pick, Execute Trades In 2021 NBA Draft
Nate Kotisso
In an early draft surprise, the Oklahoma City Thunder selected Australian guard Josh Giddey with the franchise’s first NBA Draft lottery pick in five years.
Pawnee County Deputies: Hostage Situation Turns Into Murder-Suicide
News On 6
Pawnee County deputies confirm that the suspect killed the victim and then died by suicide.
Caught On Camera: Burglar In Disguise Stealing Cash From Enid Restaurant
News 9
Enid police said a burglary suspect in a disguise was covered in layers, despite the scorching weather.
Lincoln Co. Murder Suspect Released On Bond After Admitting To Shooting Neighbor
Barry Mangold
Freddie Seamster, a Lincoln County man, was granted pre-trial release earlier this month after he told deputies he shot his neighbor in self-defense.
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State Budget Proposal Includes Tax Cuts, Historic Education Funding
Storme Jones
Oklahoma state legislative leaders rolled out plans for a $8.3 billion budget Thursday. Gov. Kevin Stitt joined House Speaker Charles McCall (R-Atoka), and Senate President Greg Treat (R-OK), announcing increases to state budgets cut the due to COVID-19, tax cuts, and historic education spending.
State Budget Proposal Includes Tax Cuts, Historic Education Funding
Storme Jones
Oklahoma state legislative leaders rolled out plans for a $8.3 billion budget Thursday. Gov. Kevin Stitt joined House Speaker Charles McCall (R-Atoka), and Senate President Greg Treat (R-OK), announcing increases to state budgets cut the due to COVID-19, tax cuts, and historic education spending.
Oklahoma House Democrats Release $9 Billion Budget Proposal
Storme Jones
Oklahoma House Democrats unveiled their $9 billion budget proposal Tuesday and the state Republicans have not yet offered up their proposal.
Oklahoma House Democrats Release $9 Billion Budget Proposal
Storme Jones
Oklahoma House Democrats unveiled their $9 billion budget proposal Tuesday and the state Republicans have not yet offered up their proposal.
Gov. Stitt Signs Bill Limiting Race Curriculum From Kindergarten To College Into Law
Storme Jones
Gov. Kevin Stitt signed a bill on Friday which limits race and gender curriculum in secondary and post-secondary schools across the state.
Gov. Stitt Signs Bill Limiting Race Curriculum From Kindergarten To College Into Law
Storme Jones
Gov. Kevin Stitt signed a bill on Friday which limits race and gender curriculum in secondary and post-secondary schools across the state.
Oklahoma Energy Taxes, Economic Optimism Reach 10-Year High
Storme Jones
Thanks to energy industry tax collection, an open economy and emerging from the pandemic, the state treasurer said economic optimism is running on all cylinders.
Oklahoma Energy Taxes, Economic Optimism Reach 10-Year High
Storme Jones
Thanks to energy industry tax collection, an open economy and emerging from the pandemic, the state treasurer said economic optimism is running on all cylinders.
Bill Limiting Race, Gender Curriculum Returns to Governor's Desk
Storme Jones
A bill that bans higher education from mandating gender diversity training and K-12 schools from teaching on so-called divisive concepts now faces the governor's decision.
Bill Limiting Race, Gender Curriculum Returns to Governor's Desk
Storme Jones
A bill that bans higher education from mandating gender diversity training and K-12 schools from teaching on so-called divisive concepts now faces the governor's decision.
‘Still Misogynistic’: Chaplain’s Message On Senator’s Sexual Innuendo Sparks Lawmaker Walkout
Storme Jones
A group of state senators walked out of the chamber after a chaplain addressed recent sexual comments made by Senator Dahm about the vice president of the United States.
‘Still Misogynistic’: Chaplain’s Message On Senator’s Sexual Innuendo Sparks Lawmaker Walkout
Storme Jones
A group of state senators walked out of the chamber after a chaplain addressed recent sexual comments made by Senator Dahm about the vice president of the United States.
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Civil Service HR Overhaul Signed Into Law, Reforming State Hiring Practices
Storme Jones
A bill Governor Kevin Stitt called a "major milestone" was signed into law, making it easier to hire, fire and promote state employees.
Civil Service HR Overhaul Signed Into Law, Reforming State Hiring Practices
Storme Jones
A bill Governor Kevin Stitt called a "major milestone" was signed into law, making it easier to hire, fire and promote state employees.
Controversial Bills Become State Law During Deadline Week At The Capitol
Storme Jones
It was a long and contentious deadline week at the Oklahoma state Capitol. Thursday was the deadline for most bills to have passed both the state House and Senate.
Controversial Bills Become State Law During Deadline Week At The Capitol
Storme Jones
It was a long and contentious deadline week at the Oklahoma state Capitol. Thursday was the deadline for most bills to have passed both the state House and Senate.
State Lawmakers Approve Plan Sending Medical Marijuana Tax Revenue To Low-Income Schools
Storme Jones
When voters approved medical marijuana in 2018, proponents of the measure said portion of its tax revenue would go to education. Now, lawmakers think they've zeroed in on the best way to spend the multimillion-dollar tax revenue.
State Lawmakers Approve Plan Sending Medical Marijuana Tax Revenue To Low-Income Schools
Storme Jones
When voters approved medical marijuana in 2018, proponents of the measure said portion of its tax revenue would go to education. Now, lawmakers think they've zeroed in on the best way to spend the multimillion-dollar tax revenue.
Relationship Between Legislature's Top Republicans Turns Icy Over Federal Override Bill
Storme Jones
The weather is not the only thing to turning cold in Oklahoma Tuesday.
Relationship Between Legislature's Top Republicans Turns Icy Over Federal Override Bill
Storme Jones
The weather is not the only thing to turning cold in Oklahoma Tuesday.
State Lawmakers Call On Department Of Justice To Take Over Oklahoma County Jail
Storme Jones
Following a slew of growing problems at the Oklahoma County Detention Center, a group of Oklahoma lawmakers are calling on the federal government to take over.
State Lawmakers Call On Department Of Justice To Take Over Oklahoma County Jail
Storme Jones
Following a slew of growing problems at the Oklahoma County Detention Center, a group of Oklahoma lawmakers are calling on the federal government to take over.
Lawmakers Send More Than 100 Bills To Governor’s Desk So Far
Storme Jones
More than 100 bills have made their way to the Gov. Kevin Stitt’s desk. So far, he has acted on fewer than 20.
Lawmakers Send More Than 100 Bills To Governor’s Desk So Far
Storme Jones
More than 100 bills have made their way to the Gov. Kevin Stitt’s desk. So far, he has acted on fewer than 20.
State Legislature Approves Law Enforcement Doxing Bill That Limits Recording of Police
Storme Jones
A bill targeting police doxing, or posting officer's personal information online, passed the Oklahoma Legislature and will await Governor Kevin Stitt’s approval.
State Legislature Approves Law Enforcement Doxing Bill That Limits Recording of Police
Storme Jones
A bill targeting police doxing, or posting officer's personal information online, passed the Oklahoma Legislature and will await Governor Kevin Stitt’s approval.
Bill Advancing To Governor’s Desk Aims To Ramp Up Resources To Find Missing Native Americans
Storme Jones
Closure can be hard to come by for families of missing or murdered Native Americans. But, those behind a legislation heading to Governor Stitt hopes to help them navigate what lawmakers call the overwhelming process of getting justice.
Bill Advancing To Governor’s Desk Aims To Ramp Up Resources To Find Missing Native Americans
Storme Jones
Closure can be hard to come by for families of missing or murdered Native Americans. But, those behind a legislation heading to Governor Stitt hopes to help them navigate what lawmakers call the overwhelming process of getting justice.
Last-Minute Bill Banning Transgender Girls From Women’s Sports Clears Committee
Storme Jones
About an hour before the House Criminal Justice and Corrections Committee was set to meet Thursday morning, a bill on school finance was gutted and replaced with language to ban transgender girls from participating in women's sports.
Last-Minute Bill Banning Transgender Girls From Women’s Sports Clears Committee
Storme Jones
About an hour before the House Criminal Justice and Corrections Committee was set to meet Thursday morning, a bill on school finance was gutted and replaced with language to ban transgender girls from participating in women's sports.
'No Charters Will Get Local Dollars': Bill Seeks To Reverse Charter School Settlement
Storme Jones
Oklahoma State Lawmakers are taking aim at a settlement between the State School Board and public charter schools, shifting millions in school funding.
'No Charters Will Get Local Dollars': Bill Seeks To Reverse Charter School Settlement
Storme Jones
Oklahoma State Lawmakers are taking aim at a settlement between the State School Board and public charter schools, shifting millions in school funding.
Rural School Districts Frustrated With State’s New Sweeping Funding Change
Storme Jones
Oklahoma City and Tulsa Public Schools have made their displeasure with the Oklahoma state legislature known after Governor Kevin Stitt signed a sweeping funding bill into law Wednesday. Rural districts across the state say they’ll feel the squeeze.
Rural School Districts Frustrated With State’s New Sweeping Funding Change
Storme Jones
Oklahoma City and Tulsa Public Schools have made their displeasure with the Oklahoma state legislature known after Governor Kevin Stitt signed a sweeping funding bill into law Wednesday. Rural districts across the state say they’ll feel the squeeze.
Sanctuary City, Second Amendment Bills Advance State House Committee
Storme Jones
The Oklahoma House Public Safety Committee took up two Senate bills dealing with so-called "sanctuary" safe havens: one for undocumented immigrants and the other for guns.
Sanctuary City, Second Amendment Bills Advance State House Committee
Storme Jones
The Oklahoma House Public Safety Committee took up two Senate bills dealing with so-called "sanctuary" safe havens: one for undocumented immigrants and the other for guns.
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