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State lawmakers reflect on 2025 session, look ahead to unfinished business and 2026 elections

Scott Mitchell Oklahoma lawmakers reflect on the 2025 legislative session, highlighting key accomplishments, unresolved issues, and the early start to the 2026 election cycle.

Oklahoma lawmakers prepare to adjourn as budget awaits governor’s decision

Scott Mitchell Oklahoma state budget awaits governor’s approval, stirring speculation on its impact. Charter school legality, major aluminum smelter project, and ballot reform also spark debate.

Preliminary state budget moves forward with mixed reactions and pending votes

Scott Mitchell Oklahoma lawmakers have announced a preliminary $12.3 billion state budget deal for FY 2025-26, featuring tax cuts and healthcare funding, but it still awaits legislative approval and raises concerns over flat agency budgets and federal funding uncertainties.

Your Vote Counts: Oklahomans brace for economic fallout as tariffs dominate Capitol conversations

Graham Dowers Oklahoma lawmakers and industry leaders warn that newly imposed tariffs are driving up costs across agriculture, construction, and energy—deepening economic uncertainty as the state grapples with budget decisions and strained public services.

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma's energy debate, security concerns, and Clinton's return to OKC

Graham Dowers Today on Your Vote Counts, Scott Mitchell, Senator Rosino, and Jason Dunnington discuss the governor's energy agenda, deadline week, Signalgate, and President Clinton's role in the 1995 OKC bombing response.

Your Vote Counts: Major changes in education, workforce, and wildfire response

Graham Dowers This week’s edition of Your Vote Counts tackled several major issues impacting Oklahoma, including a sweeping executive order on education, ongoing workforce challenges, and the state's response to recent wildfires.

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Your Vote Counts: Vaccines, Medicaid cuts, and the right to a fair trial

Graham Dowers This week on Your Vote Counts, our political analysts cover the topics of vaccination, Medicaid cuts, the Glossip case and fair trials, and the race for Superintendent of the Oklahoma Department of Education.

Your Vote Counts: Vaccines, Medicaid cuts, and the right to a fair trial

Your Vote Counts: Vaccine hesitancy, Medicaid cuts, Glossip & education

Scott Mitchell This week on the Hot Seat, Oklahoma lawmakers are sounding the alarm on vaccine hesitancy amid a surge in measles cases nationwide, while also addressing concerns over potential Medicaid cuts and the state's struggling education system. Jason Dunnington and Senator Paul Rosino join Scott Mitchell and discuss it all.

Your Vote Counts: Vaccine hesitancy, Medicaid cuts, Glossip & education

Your Vote Counts: Former Speaker McCall joins AG Drummond in Oklahoma Governor's race for 2026 Election

News 9 The race for Oklahoma governor is gaining momentum as Former House Speaker Charles McCall announces his candidacy, joining Attorney General Gentner Drummond in the competition. Political analysts predict more candidates will enter, setting off a domino effect for statewide offices. Meanwhile, Your Vote Counts panelist Jon Echols announced his departure from the show after six years, hinting at future political plans.

Your Vote Counts: Former Speaker McCall joins AG Drummond in Oklahoma Governor's race for 2026 Election

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma’s legislative session begins with Governor Kevin Stitt’s agenda

Scott Mitchell The legislative session kicks off with Governor Stitt’s State of the State address. On this week’s Your Vote Counts, Jon Echols, Scott Mitchell, and Jason Dunnington discuss what to watch for in the upcoming session, including tax cuts, energy priorities, and new leadership in Oklahoma’s government. Stay informed with expert insights on the state’s key issues.

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma’s legislative session begins with Governor Kevin Stitt’s agenda

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma's perspective on Trump presidency, Supreme Court tensions, and calls for political accountability

Drake Johnson On Your Vote Counts, Griffin Media's political analyst Scott Mitchell and guests explored topics ranging from Trump’s priorities to pressing issues within Oklahoma politics.

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma's perspective on Trump presidency, Supreme Court tensions, and calls for political accountability

Drake Johnson On Your Vote Counts, Griffin Media's political analyst Scott Mitchell and guests explored topics ranging from Trump’s priorities to pressing issues within Oklahoma politics.

Your Vote Counts: Oklahomans celebrate Trump’s inauguration while discussing the future of politics at gala

News On 6 Oklahomans celebrate Trump’s inauguration in D.C., discuss unity, transparency, and the upcoming 2026 governor’s race.

Your Vote Counts: Oklahomans celebrate Trump’s inauguration while discussing the future of politics at gala

News On 6 Oklahomans celebrate Trump’s inauguration in D.C., discuss unity, transparency, and the upcoming 2026 governor’s race.

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Your Vote Counts: Reflections On Wins, Losses In Oklahoma Politics, And What’s Ahead In 2025

News 9 On Sunday's Your Vote Counts, political analyst Scott Mitchell joined state leaders Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington to reflect on 2024's political milestones and share their predictions for 2025.

Your Vote Counts: Reflections On Wins, Losses In Oklahoma Politics, And What’s Ahead In 2025

Your Vote Counts: Weighing In On Federal Spending, Local Leadership, And Charitable Giving

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts this week.

Your Vote Counts: Weighing In On Federal Spending, Local Leadership, And Charitable Giving

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts this week.

Your Vote Counts: New Legislative Leadership Targets Government Waste, Income Tax Cuts, and Business Courts

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts this week.

Your Vote Counts: New Legislative Leadership Targets Government Waste, Income Tax Cuts, and Business Courts

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts this week.

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma Leaders On State's Energy Future; Challenges For New Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts this week.

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma Leaders On State's Energy Future; Challenges For New Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts this week.

Your Vote Counts: Thanksgiving Brings Gratitude For Family, Faith, And Political Progress

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts.

Your Vote Counts: Thanksgiving Brings Gratitude For Family, Faith, And Political Progress

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts.

Your Vote Counts: Leadership Changes At The Capitol, Escalation In Ukraine & Oklahoma's Involvement

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts.

Your Vote Counts: Leadership Changes At The Capitol, Escalation In Ukraine & Oklahoma's Involvement

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts.

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OKC adjusts budget after 'unusual increase' in water main breaks over past fiscal year

Jordan Fremstad Oklahoma City experiences a significant rise in water main breaks, necessitating a $2.6 million budget adjustment. The city plans a $30 million investment next year to replace pipes with stronger materials.

OKC adjusts budget after 'unusual increase' in water main breaks over past fiscal year

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OKC adjusts budget after 'unusual increase' in water main breaks over past fiscal year

A quiet overnight with more sunshine for our Tuesday.

News 9 A quiet overnight with more sunshine tomorrow, your forecast here.

Oklahoma Death Row prisoner John Hanson granted temporary stay of execution

Drake Johnson A temporary stay of execution has been granted to Oklahoma Death Row prisoner John Hanson.

Former Marine diagnosed with brain tumor leans on OKC community for help

Elizabeth Fitz Former U.S. Marine diagnosed with brain tumor seeks support from the Oklahoma City community.

Oklahomans protest immigration raids and deportations

Destini Pittman Oklahomans gather at OKC Courthouse and Tulsa City Hall to protest Trump's latest immigration crackdown.

NCAA settlement clears way for colleges to pay athletes; Gov. Stitt weighs in on NIL

Haley Hetrick House v. NCAA settlement paves the way for Oklahoma colleges to directly pay athletes, sparking a 'wild west' debate in college athletics.

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