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Proposed federal cuts to Medicaid, SNAP could cost Oklahoma $1 billion

Haley Hetrick Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' promising tax cuts and federal program reductions could cost Oklahoma upwards of $1 billion due to Medicaid and SNAP cuts. State lawmakers discuss potential implications.

D.C. Debrief: House passes budget resolution, setting stage for legislative battle

Alex Cameron Political Analyst Scott Mitchell and Washington Bureau Chief Alex Cameron discuss key moments in D.C. this week.

Lawmakers Insist Budget Cuts Would Help Raise Debt Ceiling, Avoid Going Into Default

Alex Cameron The debt crisis consuming political leaders in Washington is raising dueling concerns for Americans — the concern that the nation, for the first time ever, could go into default, and also the concern that avoiding default will mean cutting funding for important programs.

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GOP Lawmakers Want Tougher Food Stamp Requirements

CBS News The food-stamp program already has work requirements for people the U.S. government defines as "able-bodied adults without dependents" — in other words, younger workers who aren't disabled and who don't have kids or other dependents.

GOP Lawmakers Want Tougher Food Stamp Requirements

"Hunger Cliff" Looms As 32 States Set To Slash Food-Stamp Benefits

CBS News A "hunger cliff" is looming for millions of Americans, with 32 states set to slash food-stamp benefits beginning in March.

"Hunger Cliff" Looms As 32 States Set To Slash Food-Stamp Benefits

CBS News A "hunger cliff" is looming for millions of Americans, with 32 states set to slash food-stamp benefits beginning in March.

Emergency SNAP Benefits Set To Expire In March

News 9 Emergency SNAP benefits are ending next month according to the Oklahoma Department of Human Services.

Emergency SNAP Benefits Set To Expire In March

News 9 Emergency SNAP benefits are ending next month according to the Oklahoma Department of Human Services.

Links Mentioned On Sept. 29, 2022

News 9 Links Mentioned during News 9's newscasts on Sept. 29, 2022.

Links Mentioned On Sept. 29, 2022

News 9 Links Mentioned during News 9's newscasts on Sept. 29, 2022.

Program Helps SNAP Shoppers Access Fresh Produce At Farmers Markets

Brittany Toolis There is a program to help people get locally grown produce. It can be used at farmers markets and even some grocery stores statewide. It helps shoppers who use SNAP benefits get more bang for their buck, by doubling up.

Program Helps SNAP Shoppers Access Fresh Produce At Farmers Markets

Millions Could Face Severe Cuts To Food Stamps Due To Government Shutdown

News 9 The partial government shutdown glided into its third week Saturday with no end in sight.

Millions Could Face Severe Cuts To Food Stamps Due To Government Shutdown

News 9 The partial government shutdown glided into its third week Saturday with no end in sight.

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Plan Would Allow Drug Testing For Some Food Stamp Recipients

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The Trump administration is considering a plan that would allow states to require certain food stamp recipients to undergo drug testing, handing a win to conservatives who’ve long sought ways to curb the safety net program.

Plan Would Allow Drug Testing For Some Food Stamp Recipients

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SNAP Cardholders Could See Delays In Getting Replacement Cards

Grant Hermes

A new announcement from the state Department of Human Services could send shock waves through Oklahoma's poorest communities.

SNAP Cardholders Could See Delays In Getting Replacement Cards

Grant Hermes

A new announcement from the state Department of Human Services could send shock waves through Oklahoma's poorest communities.

Metro Store Owner Accused Of Stealing Taxpayer Funds

News 9 Charges were filed Thursday against an Oklahoma City store clerk for trafficking food stamps. When News 9 went to talk to the store clerk, he had no idea he was facing felony charges or that an undercover sting took place in his store.

Metro Store Owner Accused Of Stealing Taxpayer Funds

Food Stamp Cuts Will Impact Thousands Of Oklahomans

News 9 Big cuts are on the way for thousands of people across the state who get help from the government to pay for their food, and it will soon have an impact on Oklahoma's bottom line.

Food Stamp Cuts Will Impact Thousands Of Oklahomans

News 9 Big cuts are on the way for thousands of people across the state who get help from the government to pay for their food, and it will soon have an impact on Oklahoma's bottom line.

Oklahoma SNAP Recipients To See Cuts In Benefits

News 9 The Department of Human Services is urging the hundreds of thousands of Oklahomans who receive food benefits to prepare for cuts in the coming months.

Oklahoma SNAP Recipients To See Cuts In Benefits

News 9 The Department of Human Services is urging the hundreds of thousands of Oklahomans who receive food benefits to prepare for cuts in the coming months.

Norman Farmers' Market To Accept Food Stamps

News 9 The ONIE project has mailed out 5,500 flyers to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients promoting the farmers market.

Norman Farmers' Market To Accept Food Stamps

News 9 The ONIE project has mailed out 5,500 flyers to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients promoting the farmers market.

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Gov. Stitt signs two bills into law to incentivize teachers in Oklahoma

Elizabeth Fitz Earlier this week, Governor Stitt signed two bills into law to incentivize educators to stay in the career or come back into the classroom.

Gov. Stitt signs two bills into law to incentivize teachers in Oklahoma

Elizabeth Fitz Earlier this week, Governor Stitt signed two bills into law to incentivize educators to stay in the career or come back into the classroom.

Oklahoma governor calls for budget reforms, state lawmakers say "It's just unrealistic.”

Haley Hetrick We sat down for a one-on-one interview with Governor Kevin Stitt to both reflect on the 2025 legislative session, and look ahead to his final year at the capitol in 2026. One of his calls for the next session is for lawmakers to take a second look at the state’s budget process.

Oklahoma governor calls for budget reforms, state lawmakers say "It's just unrealistic.”

How Oklahoma traffic stops protect communities from illegal drug activity

Jordan Fremstad Oklahoma law enforcement cracks down on highway drug trafficking, busting a semi driver with 3,100 pounds of marijuana. Understand how traffic stops are keeping communities safe from greater dangers.

How Oklahoma traffic stops protect communities from illegal drug activity

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Gov. Stitt signs two bills into law to incentivize teachers in Oklahoma

Elizabeth Fitz Earlier this week, Governor Stitt signed two bills into law to incentivize educators to stay in the career or come back into the classroom.

Oklahoma governor calls for budget reforms, state lawmakers say "It's just unrealistic.”

How Oklahoma traffic stops protect communities from illegal drug activity

Rain and storms for some overnight, on and off storms this weekend

News 9 More off and on storms today through the weekend. Your forecast here!

WATCH LIVE: Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals Game 4 Post Game Show

Destini Pittman Join us live as Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers players and coaches speak after Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Finals. Analysis, reactions, and more.

Thunder win Game 4 of NBA Finals after nail-biting fight

Carrie Winchel Oklahoma City Thunder look to tie up the NBA Finals series against the Indiana Pacers in Game 4. Live reactions and updates in our Thunder in the Finals live blog.

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Proposed federal cuts to Medicaid, SNAP could cost Oklahoma $1 billion

D.C. Debrief: House passes budget resolution, setting stage for legislative battle

Oklahoma Mother Reports Repeated Thefts Of SNAP Benefits

5,000 Oklahoma Families Lose SNAP Benefits To Card Skimming Fraud

How Would The Potential Government Shutdown Impact Oklahomans?

Lawmakers Insist Budget Cuts Would Help Raise Debt Ceiling, Avoid Going Into Default

GOP Lawmakers Want Tougher Food Stamp Requirements

GOP Lawmakers Want Tougher Food Stamp Requirements

"Hunger Cliff" Looms As 32 States Set To Slash Food-Stamp Benefits

"Hunger Cliff" Looms As 32 States Set To Slash Food-Stamp Benefits

Emergency SNAP Benefits Set To Expire In March

Emergency SNAP Benefits Set To Expire In March

Links Mentioned On Sept. 29, 2022

Links Mentioned On Sept. 29, 2022

Program Helps SNAP Shoppers Access Fresh Produce At Farmers Markets

Program Helps SNAP Shoppers Access Fresh Produce At Farmers Markets

Millions Could Face Severe Cuts To Food Stamps Due To Government Shutdown

Millions Could Face Severe Cuts To Food Stamps Due To Government Shutdown

Plan Would Allow Drug Testing For Some Food Stamp Recipients

Plan Would Allow Drug Testing For Some Food Stamp Recipients

SNAP Cardholders Could See Delays In Getting Replacement Cards

SNAP Cardholders Could See Delays In Getting Replacement Cards

Metro Store Owner Accused Of Stealing Taxpayer Funds

Metro Store Owner Accused Of Stealing Taxpayer Funds

Food Stamp Cuts Will Impact Thousands Of Oklahomans

Food Stamp Cuts Will Impact Thousands Of Oklahomans

Oklahoma SNAP Recipients To See Cuts In Benefits

Oklahoma SNAP Recipients To See Cuts In Benefits

Norman Farmers' Market To Accept Food Stamps

Norman Farmers' Market To Accept Food Stamps

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Gov. Stitt signs two bills into law to incentivize teachers in Oklahoma

Gov. Stitt signs two bills into law to incentivize teachers in Oklahoma

Oklahoma governor calls for budget reforms, state lawmakers say "It's just unrealistic.”

Oklahoma governor calls for budget reforms, state lawmakers say "It's just unrealistic.”

How Oklahoma traffic stops protect communities from illegal drug activity

How Oklahoma traffic stops protect communities from illegal drug activity

Top Headlines

Gov. Stitt signs two bills into law to incentivize teachers in Oklahoma

Oklahoma governor calls for budget reforms, state lawmakers say "It's just unrealistic.”

How Oklahoma traffic stops protect communities from illegal drug activity

Rain and storms for some overnight, on and off storms this weekend

WATCH LIVE: Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals Game 4 Post Game Show

Thunder win Game 4 of NBA Finals after nail-biting fight