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Oklahoma lawmakers concerned over proposed immigration rules from State Department of Education

Oklahoma lawmakers concerned over proposed immigration rules from State Department of Education

Jordan Fremstad Proposed rule changes from the State Department of Education spark concerns among Oklahoma lawmakers, fearing these could drive teachers out. Get details on the controversial citizenship test requirement.

State representatives pass legislation to ban cell phones, DEI and discrimination

State representatives pass legislation to ban cell phones, DEI and discrimination

Haley Hetrick State lawmakers are hearing hundreds of bills ahead of the next legislative deadline, today, passing a handful of education bills.

Bill limiting virtual school days advances in Oklahoma

Bill limiting virtual school days advances in Oklahoma

Haley Hetrick New legislation in Oklahoma seeks to reduce virtual learning days, emphasizing traditional classroom teaching. Critics fear loss of local control over school operations, as the bill progresses.

Oklahoma's Own In Focus: Bibles In Schools

Oklahoma's Own In Focus: Bibles In Schools

News 9 In The Oklahoma State Board of Education's Thursday meeting State Superintendent Ryan Walters announced that every teacher and classroom will be required to have a Bible and teach from it.

State Superintendent Walters Issues Memo To Require Bibles In Every Oklahoma Classroom

State Superintendent Walters Issues Memo To Require Bibles In Every Oklahoma Classroom

News On 6 State Superintendent Ryan Walters began the June 27 State Board of Education meeting by outlining some key topics, including his response to the Supreme Court's decision on St. Isidore and a new memo he is issuing to require Bibles in every Oklahoma classroom.

State Democrats File Formal Resolution For Superintendent Walters' Possible Impeachment

State Democrats File Formal Resolution For Superintendent Walters' Possible Impeachment

Haley Hetrick House Democrats filed House Resolution 1052 to form a bipartisan committee to investigate the State Superintendent. House Republicans will decide whether or not to put the resolution up for a vote on the House floor.

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Bill Allowing 18-Year-Olds To Purchase Handguns Moves Out Of Committee

Bill Allowing 18-Year-Olds To Purchase Handguns Moves Out Of Committee

Haley Hetrick Current Oklahoma law allows anyone 18 and up to buy long guns, like shotguns and rifles, but it limits handgun purchases to 21 and up. Senate Bill 1218 would allow any gun to be sold to anyone 18 and older.

Bill Allowing 18-Year-Olds To Purchase Handguns Moves Out Of Committee

Bill Allowing 18-Year-Olds To Purchase Handguns Moves Out Of Committee

Haley Hetrick Current Oklahoma law allows anyone 18 and up to buy long guns, like shotguns and rifles, but it limits handgun purchases to 21 and up. Senate Bill 1218 would allow any gun to be sold to anyone 18 and older.

'What Is Best For The Child': New Bill Would Prevent Foster Family Discrimination Based On Religion

'What Is Best For The Child': New Bill Would Prevent Foster Family Discrimination Based On Religion

Haley Hetrick A house committee spent Wednesday morning debating legislation that would ensure the state isn’t discriminating against foster or adoptive families based on their religion or moral beliefs.

'What Is Best For The Child': New Bill Would Prevent Foster Family Discrimination Based On Religion

'What Is Best For The Child': New Bill Would Prevent Foster Family Discrimination Based On Religion

Haley Hetrick A house committee spent Wednesday morning debating legislation that would ensure the state isn’t discriminating against foster or adoptive families based on their religion or moral beliefs.

Bill Addressing Foreign Entities' Involvement In Oklahoma Institutions Heads To The Senate

Bill Addressing Foreign Entities' Involvement In Oklahoma Institutions Heads To The Senate

Haley Hetrick The Research, Education and Government Operations Protection Act would require state agencies and educational institutions to disclose gifts or contracts from foreign countries, specifically countries deemed “countries of concern” by the federal government.

Bill Addressing Foreign Entities' Involvement In Oklahoma Institutions Heads To The Senate

Bill Addressing Foreign Entities' Involvement In Oklahoma Institutions Heads To The Senate

Haley Hetrick The Research, Education and Government Operations Protection Act would require state agencies and educational institutions to disclose gifts or contracts from foreign countries, specifically countries deemed “countries of concern” by the federal government.

Multiple Bills Affecting School Security Heard At Oklahoma Capitol

Multiple Bills Affecting School Security Heard At Oklahoma Capitol

Haley Hetrick All of the bills discussed in Monday’s committee were passed unanimously and will now move to the full House Appropriations and Budget Committee for hearings.

Multiple Bills Affecting School Security Heard At Oklahoma Capitol

Multiple Bills Affecting School Security Heard At Oklahoma Capitol

Haley Hetrick All of the bills discussed in Monday’s committee were passed unanimously and will now move to the full House Appropriations and Budget Committee for hearings.

'Patriotism Not Pride Act' Would Prohibit Promotion Of LGBTQ+ For State Agencies

'Patriotism Not Pride Act' Would Prohibit Promotion Of LGBTQ+ For State Agencies

Haley Hetrick West says this would even the playing field to make sure one group of people isn’t promoted over others, but critics say this bill is unnecessary and would just cause confusion.

'Patriotism Not Pride Act' Would Prohibit Promotion Of LGBTQ+ For State Agencies

'Patriotism Not Pride Act' Would Prohibit Promotion Of LGBTQ+ For State Agencies

Haley Hetrick West says this would even the playing field to make sure one group of people isn’t promoted over others, but critics say this bill is unnecessary and would just cause confusion.

Okla. Lawmakers Compromising On Education Plan

Okla. Lawmakers Compromising On Education Plan

Haley Hetrick Oklahoma lawmakers appear to have come to a compromise on an education package, but Democrats are still hoping to add a few of their ideas to the plan before the legislative session ends.

Okla. Lawmakers Compromising On Education Plan

Okla. Lawmakers Compromising On Education Plan

Haley Hetrick Oklahoma lawmakers appear to have come to a compromise on an education package, but Democrats are still hoping to add a few of their ideas to the plan before the legislative session ends.

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Okla. House Approves Stitt's Education Plan

Okla. House Approves Stitt's Education Plan

News 9 At the Capitol, following months of disagreement between the two chambers, the house made a bold step to get an $800 million education package pushed through.

Okla. House Approves Stitt's Education Plan

Okla. House Approves Stitt's Education Plan

News 9 At the Capitol, following months of disagreement between the two chambers, the house made a bold step to get an $800 million education package pushed through.

House Democrats Oppose State-Funded Religious Schools

House Democrats Oppose State-Funded Religious Schools

Haley Hetrick An Oklahoma bill aimed at eliminating discrimination based on religion is headed to the governor's desk. Representatives debated the bill for over two hours on the House floor Tuesday.

House Democrats Oppose State-Funded Religious Schools

House Democrats Oppose State-Funded Religious Schools

Haley Hetrick An Oklahoma bill aimed at eliminating discrimination based on religion is headed to the governor's desk. Representatives debated the bill for over two hours on the House floor Tuesday.

Bill Passes Through Okla. House That Would Create State Curriculum On Civil Rights

Bill Passes Through Okla. House That Would Create State Curriculum On Civil Rights

Haley Hetrick A bill working to add a civil rights curriculum to Oklahoma schools passed through the House and will now head over to the Senate for consideration. It was highly debated on the House floor today as members raised many concerns, including possible 1775 violations.

Bill Passes Through Okla. House That Would Create State Curriculum On Civil Rights

Bill Passes Through Okla. House That Would Create State Curriculum On Civil Rights

Haley Hetrick A bill working to add a civil rights curriculum to Oklahoma schools passed through the House and will now head over to the Senate for consideration. It was highly debated on the House floor today as members raised many concerns, including possible 1775 violations.

‘You Have The Right To Protect Yourself’: Okla. House Passes 2 Bills Relating To Property Rights

‘You Have The Right To Protect Yourself’: Okla. House Passes 2 Bills Relating To Property Rights

Haley Hetrick There are multiple protections in the state including “Stand Your Ground” and the “Castle Doctrine” allowing Oklahomans to use physical or deadly force, if it’s in self-defense.

‘You Have The Right To Protect Yourself’: Okla. House Passes 2 Bills Relating To Property Rights

‘You Have The Right To Protect Yourself’: Okla. House Passes 2 Bills Relating To Property Rights

Haley Hetrick There are multiple protections in the state including “Stand Your Ground” and the “Castle Doctrine” allowing Oklahomans to use physical or deadly force, if it’s in self-defense.

Lawmakers React To Merit Incentive Pay Proposal

Lawmakers React To Merit Incentive Pay Proposal

Feliz Romero State Superintendent Ryan Walters presented his budget in front of lawmakers Wednesday. One item on the agenda has garnered questions from both sides of the aisle.

Lawmakers React To Merit Incentive Pay Proposal

Lawmakers React To Merit Incentive Pay Proposal

Feliz Romero State Superintendent Ryan Walters presented his budget in front of lawmakers Wednesday. One item on the agenda has garnered questions from both sides of the aisle.

House Democrats Criticize Lack Of ‘Transparency’ In Pandemic Spending

House Democrats Criticize Lack Of ‘Transparency’ In Pandemic Spending

Augusta McDonnell House Democrats held a Wednesday morning press conference to express concerns about what they called a lack of transparency in how the Governor’s office handled millions of federal dollars that was intended to help students during the pandemic.

House Democrats Criticize Lack Of ‘Transparency’ In Pandemic Spending

House Democrats Criticize Lack Of ‘Transparency’ In Pandemic Spending

Augusta McDonnell House Democrats held a Wednesday morning press conference to express concerns about what they called a lack of transparency in how the Governor’s office handled millions of federal dollars that was intended to help students during the pandemic.

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American Airlines passengers forced to take a bus after airplane wasn't allowed to land because it was too big

American Airlines passengers forced to take a bus after airplane wasn't allowed to land because it was too big

CBS News Passengers on an American Airlines flight from the United States to Italy were forced to take a bus to their final destination after their aircraft was forced to land 140 miles away because it was too big to land at the original destination.

American Airlines passengers forced to take a bus after airplane wasn't allowed to land because it was too big

American Airlines passengers forced to take a bus after airplane wasn't allowed to land because it was too big

CBS News Passengers on an American Airlines flight from the United States to Italy were forced to take a bus to their final destination after their aircraft was forced to land 140 miles away because it was too big to land at the original destination.

Los Angeles anti-ICE protesters clash with police, set fires downtown amid National Guard deployment

Los Angeles anti-ICE protesters clash with police, set fires downtown amid National Guard deployment

CBS News National Guard troops arrived in downtown Los Angeles on Sunday after being ordered into the city by President Trump in response to a weekend of violent clashes between law enforcement officers and protesters triggered by immigration enforcement operations in the area on Friday.

Los Angeles anti-ICE protesters clash with police, set fires downtown amid National Guard deployment

Los Angeles anti-ICE protesters clash with police, set fires downtown amid National Guard deployment

CBS News National Guard troops arrived in downtown Los Angeles on Sunday after being ordered into the city by President Trump in response to a weekend of violent clashes between law enforcement officers and protesters triggered by immigration enforcement operations in the area on Friday.

Chipotle set to release 'Adobo Ranch,' first new dip in 5 years

Chipotle set to release 'Adobo Ranch,' first new dip in 5 years

CBS News Chipotle is launching its first new dip in five years, Adobo Ranch, a spicy twist on the classic dressing, available starting June 17. Rewards members who enroll by June 16 will receive a complimentary sample.

Chipotle set to release 'Adobo Ranch,' first new dip in 5 years

Chipotle set to release 'Adobo Ranch,' first new dip in 5 years

CBS News Chipotle is launching its first new dip in five years, Adobo Ranch, a spicy twist on the classic dressing, available starting June 17. Rewards members who enroll by June 16 will receive a complimentary sample.

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American Airlines passengers forced to take a bus after airplane wasn't allowed to land because it was too big

American Airlines passengers forced to take a bus after airplane wasn't allowed to land because it was too big

CBS News Passengers on an American Airlines flight from the United States to Italy were forced to take a bus to their final destination after their aircraft was forced to land 140 miles away because it was too big to land at the original destination.

Los Angeles anti-ICE protesters clash with police, set fires downtown amid National Guard deployment

Los Angeles anti-ICE protesters clash with police, set fires downtown amid National Guard deployment

CBS News National Guard troops arrived in downtown Los Angeles on Sunday after being ordered into the city by President Trump in response to a weekend of violent clashes between law enforcement officers and protesters triggered by immigration enforcement operations in the area on Friday.

Chipotle set to release 'Adobo Ranch,' first new dip in 5 years

Chipotle set to release 'Adobo Ranch,' first new dip in 5 years

CBS News Chipotle is launching its first new dip in five years, Adobo Ranch, a spicy twist on the classic dressing, available starting June 17. Rewards members who enroll by June 16 will receive a complimentary sample.

Ansel Adams exhibit opens at OKC Museum of Art with full photo collection

Ansel Adams exhibit opens at OKC Museum of Art with full photo collection

Addie Crawford The Oklahoma City Museum of Art is hosting a rare full exhibition of Ansel Adams’ work, featuring 124 photographs and personal archival materials on display through September 28.

Quiet and storm-free weather returns for our Monday! Details on this week's forecast here.

Quiet and storm-free weather returns for our Monday! Details on this week's forecast here.

News 9 A beautiful, quiet Monday! Your forecast here.

Thunder Watch Party Guide: Support local while cheering on OKC in the NBA Finals

Thunder Watch Party Guide: Support local while cheering on OKC in the NBA Finals

Anna Denison From Thunder-themed pizzas to locally made gear and party decor, Oklahoma businesses are serving up everything you need to throw the ultimate watch party as OKC heads into Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

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