Okla AG calls Walters’ ask for opinion on Trump order a ‘manufactured political drama’
The Okla AG called State Supt. Ryan Walters' request for an opinion on Trump's block of fed funds for undocumented students a "manufactured political drama."
OKC neighbors object to youth homeless shelter expansion
One of the state’s only shelters for homeless youth seeks City of OKC's approval to expand operations but neighbors say the shelter clients are causing trouble.
Bixby schools Supt Rob Miller announces run for state supt
Bixby Public Schools Superintendent Rob Miller, a Republican, announced he is running for State Supt in the 2026 election.
Wed at age 15, she wants Oklahoma to ban child marriage
Lawmakers have introduced two bills this year to limit or outlaw marriage for minors. Past efforts to keep young pregnant mothers from marrying have failed.
100s of OU, OSU, TU staff at risk from research funds cuts
Colleges and universities nationwide are outraged over a new policy from the National Institute of Health that would decrease overall grant funding nationwide.
Stitt ousts 3 from Okla State Bd of Ed over ‘political drama’
Gov. Kevin Stitt has replaced three of his appointees to the Oklahoma State Board of Education for “needless political drama” rather than academic results.
Stitt copies Trump Administration with tax cut, ‘DOGE’ ideas
In his State of the State address, Okla Gov. Kevin Stitt pushed tax cuts, school reforms, and a state version of Pres. Trump’s Dept of Gov't Efficiency.
Housing insecurity forces Oklahoma seniors to move
As Oklahoma’s senior population outpaces other demographic growth, the state’s housing supply isn’t keeping up, with residents spending more for less.
Citizen check requirement in Okla schools passed by state Board of Ed
A proposed rule that would require schools to ask for proof of U.S. citizenship during enrollment unanimously passed the Oklahoma State Board of Ed Tuesday.
Oklahoma’s all-GOP delegation reacts to Trump’s inauguration
Oklahoma’s Republican delegation gathered Monday in the Nation’s Capitol to witness the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States.
Oklahomans at Trump’s inauguration adapt to disruptions
Thousands traveled to the nation’s capital for Donald Trump's inauguration, among them, Oklahomans who made the journey as supporters, critics, and security.
Education bills to watch in this year’s Oklahoma Legislature
Newly filed bills in the Oklahoma Legislature show lawmakers are looking to boost teacher pay, ban student cellphones and revamp the state Board of Ed.
Governor unveils Oklahoma State Guard plan for ’emergencies’
Governor Kevin Stitt seeks to re-establish the dormant Oklahoma State Guard as a state-controlled civil defense force deployable solely within the state.
Mullin rises to defense of Hegseth during hearing
Sen. Markwayne Mullin accused senators of working while drinking during defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing before the Senate Armed Services Comm.
For some Oklahomans, eviction is a death sentence
While evictions aren’t always an onroad to homelessness, for Oklahoma poorest and most vulnerable residents, overcoming losing a home can have mortal outcomes.
