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Lawmakers reflect on tumultuous end to legislative session

Lawmakers reflect on tumultuous end to legislative session

Scott Mitchell Oklahoma lawmakers reflect on mental health reforms, rising insurance costs, and budget challenges following a turbulent legislative session.

Timeline: How Oklahoma lawmakers removed Mental Health Commissioner amid budget crisis

Timeline: How Oklahoma lawmakers removed Mental Health Commissioner amid budget crisis

Graham Dowers Oklahoma lawmakers removed Mental Health Commissioner Allie Friesen after investigations uncovered a $28 million budget shortfall and widespread mismanagement at ODMHSAS.

Oklahoma lawmakers vote to remove ODMHSAS Commissioner Allie Friesen

Oklahoma lawmakers vote to remove ODMHSAS Commissioner Allie Friesen

Matt McCabe The House and Senate voted to approve a resolution that removes Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Commissioner Allie Friesen. After it passed, it took effect immediately.

Oklahoma governor appoints special counsel to investigate alleged Dept. of Mental Health mismanagement

Oklahoma governor appoints special counsel to investigate alleged Dept. of Mental Health mismanagement

Christian Hans Gov. Kevin Stitt says he has appointed a local attorney as special counsel to lead an investigation into the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.

Oklahoma lawmakers face mental health budget challenges and legislative deadline

Oklahoma lawmakers face mental health budget challenges and legislative deadline

Graham Dowers As the Oklahoma legislative session enters its final weeks, lawmakers are grappling with budget uncertainty, mental health funding issues, and a flurry of bills moving through the Capitol.

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma leaders reflect on tragedy, transparency, and upcoming elections

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma leaders reflect on tragedy, transparency, and upcoming elections

Scott Mitchell On the latest episode of Your Vote Counts, host Scott Mitchell was joined by Senator Blake “Cowboy” Stephens and Representative Melissa Provenzano.

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Your 2 Cents: Budget Cuts Impacting Oklahoma Mental Health Care

Your 2 Cents: Budget Cuts Impacting Oklahoma Mental Health Care

Tough to see state agencies scrambling to operate on less money, but the cuts to the Mental Health Department are some of the most worrisome to me.

Your 2 Cents: Budget Cuts Impacting Oklahoma Mental Health Care

Your 2 Cents: Budget Cuts Impacting Oklahoma Mental Health Care

Tough to see state agencies scrambling to operate on less money, but the cuts to the Mental Health Department are some of the most worrisome to me.

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Pacers vs Thunder: Indiana forces Game 7, NBA Finals head back to OKC

Pacers vs Thunder: Indiana forces Game 7, NBA Finals head back to OKC

Carrie Winchel OKC Thunder on the brink of the NBA Finals Championship. Follow live updates from Game 6 against the Pacers. Live updates and the latest here.

Pacers vs Thunder: Indiana forces Game 7, NBA Finals head back to OKC

Pacers vs Thunder: Indiana forces Game 7, NBA Finals head back to OKC

Carrie Winchel OKC Thunder on the brink of the NBA Finals Championship. Follow live updates from Game 6 against the Pacers. Live updates and the latest here.

Warm this evening - hot and muggy through the weekend

Warm this evening - hot and muggy through the weekend

News 9 A slight chance for a few storms, but most Oklahomans stay dry, hot and muggy today! Your Thursday forecast here.

Warm this evening - hot and muggy through the weekend

Warm this evening - hot and muggy through the weekend

News 9 A slight chance for a few storms, but most Oklahomans stay dry, hot and muggy today! Your Thursday forecast here.

Thunder fans flock to Truck Yard for Game 6 watch party

Thunder fans flock to Truck Yard for Game 6 watch party

Matt McCabe Historic day awaits the Oklahoma City Thunder as they are one win away from an NBA title.

Thunder fans flock to Truck Yard for Game 6 watch party

Thunder fans flock to Truck Yard for Game 6 watch party

Matt McCabe Historic day awaits the Oklahoma City Thunder as they are one win away from an NBA title.

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Pacers vs Thunder: Indiana forces Game 7, NBA Finals head back to OKC

Pacers vs Thunder: Indiana forces Game 7, NBA Finals head back to OKC

Carrie Winchel OKC Thunder on the brink of the NBA Finals Championship. Follow live updates from Game 6 against the Pacers. Live updates and the latest here.

Warm this evening - hot and muggy through the weekend

Warm this evening - hot and muggy through the weekend

News 9 A slight chance for a few storms, but most Oklahomans stay dry, hot and muggy today! Your Thursday forecast here.

Thunder fans flock to Truck Yard for Game 6 watch party

Thunder fans flock to Truck Yard for Game 6 watch party

Matt McCabe Historic day awaits the Oklahoma City Thunder as they are one win away from an NBA title.

A century of service: Upward Transitions hosts outreach event for those in need

A century of service: Upward Transitions hosts outreach event for those in need

Mike Glover Upward Transitions is celebrating one hundred years of helping families and individuals in need. They are planning a Gears and Shears event for anyone in need of a haircut, hygiene kits, or a hot meal.

Man arrested after stolen gun discovered during Midwest City homicide investigation

Man arrested after stolen gun discovered during Midwest City homicide investigation

Destini Pittman A man was arrested while police were investigating a homicide on Thursday morning, according to the Midwest City Police Department.

Where to get Championship merchandise

Where to get Championship merchandise

Anna Denison If the Oklahoma City Thunder win the 2025 NBA Finals Thursday night, DICK’S Sporting Goods and Academy Sports + Outdoors will swing into action, offering official NBA Champions gear at select locations across Oklahoma.

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