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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt says state agencies may face budget cuts. State lawmakers don't plan to let that happen
Both Republican and Democratic state lawmakers fired back at Gov. Kevin Stitt after he said Tuesday he believes 1-2% budget...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Public Service Co. of Oklahoma seeks to lower customers' bills, thanks to lower natural gas costs
TULSA − Public Service Co. of Oklahoma has been paying less than planned for natural gas used to help generate electricity. The...
Oklahoma AG Mike Hunter appeals abortion order
Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter on Tuesday appealed a federal judge’s ruling allowing some abortions to continue in...
Trump on Joe Exotic pardon: "I'll take a look"
During a press briefing about the coronavirus pandemic, President Donald Trump was asked Wednesday if he had any thoughts about...
5th District race draws a crowd as candidate filing begins
All six members of the Oklahoma congressional delegation who are up for reelection this year filed as candidates on Wednesday,...
Americans could start receiving stimulus checks starting on April 9
Much-awaited stimulus cash will begin flooding into millions of bank accounts next week in the first wave of payouts to shore...
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Oklahoma coronavirus confirmed cases: 1,684; 80 dead
Follow along here for up-to-the-minute coverage of the spread of COVID-19 in Oklahoma.
Federal, state candidates begin election filing in Oklahoma
Candidates can file through 5 p.m. Friday.
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Listen to The Oklahoman's daily COVID-19 podcast
Welcome to the home of The Oklahoman's daily podcast dedicated to informing readers about the spread of COVID-19 in the state.
Coronavirus: White House task force gives COVID-19 update
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a first, small step toward reopening the country, the Trump administration could relax coronavirus...
Sanders drops 2020 bid, leaving Biden as likely nominee
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sanders ends presidential campaign after disappointing primary results, leaving Biden as likely Democratic...
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Stitt says his safer-at-home order is the same as a shelter in place, is it?
Gov. Kevin Stitt said Friday his safer-at-home order is essentially the same as shelter-in-place orders issued by the governors...
OKC committee dismisses city election changes
Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt's Charter Review Committee on Tuesday dismissed the idea of aligning the municipal election...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt says state's hospitalization rate is flattening
Gov. Kevin Stitt said Tuesday he is "cautiously optimistic" the rate of people being hospitalized from COVID-19 is starting to...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Hospital challenges include equipment, cash flow
Oklahoma hospitals are struggling to keep critical equipment in stock and some are having cash flow problems because elective...
Health, schools, social agency representatives join OKC council members' town hall
Three council members arrange the virtual community meeting.
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt says state agencies may face budget cuts. State lawmakers don't plan to let that happen
Both Republican and Democratic state lawmakers fired back at Gov. Kevin Stitt after he said Tuesday he believes 1-2% budget...
By land and air, weather researchers track tornadic storms
SALINA, Kan. — For the first time in almost a decade, meteorologists from across the Midwest will track and intercept tornado birthing grounds as part of a large-scale collaborative research project. The TORUS Project, or Targeted Observation...
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Watch live: White House task force gives COVID-19 update
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is moving aggressively to challenge the authority and independence of agency watchdogs...
Charter committee drops idea of changing Oklahoma City municipal elections schedule
Idea based on Tulsa model.
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt is 'cautiously optimistic' the state's hospitalization rate is flattening
Gov. Kevin Stitt said he is "cautiously optimistic" that the rate of people being hospitalized from COVID-19 symptoms is...
Acting Navy secretary is out after bungled firing of USS Theodore Roosevelt's captain
Acting Navy secretary Thomas Modly was forced to resign after he mishandled the firing of the captain of the COVID-19-stricken...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Canadian County Democrats to host first Facebook Live meeting April 13
YUKON — In recognition of the 25th anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing, Canadian County Democrats’ Vice Chair Dennis...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Legislature approves emergency declaration, gives Stitt unprecedented power
Oklahoma’s Legislature on Monday nearly unanimously approved giving Gov. Kevin Stitt sweeping powers to respond to the COVID-19...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Deaths triple in one week, but mortality rate shows little change
The number of deaths in Oklahoma from COVID-19 tripled in a week, but the mortality rate from confirmed cases of the disease...
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Oklahoma judge partially strikes down Stitt's abortion ban
An Oklahoma judge on Monday struck down part of Gov. Kevin Stitt's temporary, coronavirus-related abortion ban. In an order,...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: State lawmakers, Stitt at odds over bills to address revenue shortfall
On Monday, lawmakers donning masks and gloves in groups smaller than 10 worked in the state Capitol to address the state’s $416...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Landmark day in state
In a landmark day for the state, the death toll from the pandemic climbed Monday above 50, Gov. Kevin Stitt was granted...
Oklahoma County Jail Trust hires a chief financial officer
The Oklahoma County Jail Trust hired a chief financial officer during its first teleconference meeting amid the COVID-19...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Central Oklahoma hospitals working together to prepare for COVID-19 surge
Spurred to action by fear of a potential surging tsunami of central Oklahoma COVID-19 cases, doctors and administrators at...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: EPA to donate excess PPE to state and local agencies across country
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Monday that it has identified about 225,000 pieces of personal protective...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Guthrie mandates face coverings for essential activities
The Guthrie City Council on Monday voted unanimously to impose shelter-in-place restrictions through May 5, and also mandated...
Homeowners hurt by COVID-19 can delay mortgage payments, but some say they’re anxious and confused about the real cost
"I feel like I’m in this odd Catch-22. I can get some immediate relief from postponing a mortgage payment, but the cost of that...
Watch live: White House gives COVID-19 update
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump and his administration kept up their out-sized promotion Monday of an anti-malaria...
Coronavirus prompts government to loosen rules on tapping retirement savings
If your emergency savings fund is running low, it may make sense for you to use your 401(k) to ride out the COVID-19 pandemic.
Should election schedules be changed to generate more participation in Oklahoma City municipal elections?
The Charter Review Committee is to discuss the pros and cons.
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Legislature convenes
Gov. Kevin Stitt is calling Oklahoma legislators into a special session to approve his declaration of a statewide health...
OKC Civic Life for Monday, April 6, 2020
Reviewing election dates Mayoral and city council election dates would coincide with statewide election dates under a proposal...
New commissioner made SUV, chairs among his first purchases at Oklahoma Health Department
Weeks before a novel coronavirus began killing people first in China and then around the world, the new health commissioner for...
Stitt, Trump get majority approval on coronavirus response, though partisan divide is deep
A majority of likely Oklahoma voters approve of the way President Donald Trump and Gov. Kevin Stitt have handled the...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Clergy urge governor to protect grocery workers
The stockers working to replenish store shelves. The cashiers at the checkout line. The deli and bakery crew. They each play an...
Outlook 2020: Former Gov. Mary Fallin broke major barriers for women
From the first time she ran for office to her second term as governor, Mary Fallin faced down men who tried to belittle her....
Outlook 2020: 'We have to show up for our friends and neighbors,' Kendra Horn says
Kendra Horn went from encouraging women to run for political office to running herself. In 2018, she became just the third...
Outlook 2020: Rachel Holt ensuring juveniles get on the right track
Name: Rachel Holt, 40, chief operating officer and senior general counsel, state Office of Juvenile Affairs. Career highlights...
Outlook 2020: 'You are enough; you are needed,' Bailey Perkins says
Bailey Perkins, 30, is Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma state advocacy and public policy director. She's also a former...
Outlook 2020: 'Service is my signature,' Anastasia Pittman says
Name: Anastasia Pittman, 49, former state senator, international peace ambassador, radio talk show host, law student....
Outlook 2020: 'Try to make a difference in the lives of those around us,' Sarah Stitt says
Name: Sarah Stitt, 42 Highlights: Stitt helped build the Tulsa-based company Gateway Mortgage for two decades before making...
Outlook 2020: 'I just hope that more women will step out there,' Julia Kirt says
Name: Julia Kirt, 46, state senator representing District 30, former executive director of Oklahomans for the Arts and former...
Outlook 2020: Attorney inspired to serve inmates by father's incarceration
Oklahoma County Assistant Public Defender Francie Ekwerekwu says if she could do just one thing to fix Oklahoma's criminal...
Outlook 2020: Council chief of staff wants to remembered for making a difference
Name: Debi Martin, 74, Oklahoma City Council chief of staff. Community impact: Debi Martin keeps the north wing of City Hall's...
Outlook 2020: 'Everything is yours to obtain,' fire Cpl. Evelyn Taylor said
Cpl. Evelyn Taylor joined the Oklahoma City Fire Department on Sept. 13, 2013. Taylor, 33, is one of about two dozen women...
Outlook 2020: 'Know your community and actively participate in it,' Aubrey McDermid says
Aubrey McDermid has achieved firsts in her career — Oklahoma City's first female planning director, the first certified planner...
Outlook 2020: 'Don’t try to be something that you’re not,' Christy Zelley says
Name: Christy Zelley, 61, executive director, Leadership Oklahoma City. Career highlights: My first "real job" out of college...
Outlook 2020: 'Face-to-face time with people who live in the communities is important,' Willa Johnson says
Willa Johnson's slogan for her 1993 Oklahoma City Council race was, "Where there's a Willa, there's a way." She won that year,...
Outlook 2020: 'One never knows what door will open,' Meg Salyer says
Name: Meg Salyer, 64. Highlights: "Started my career as a banker with Chase Manhattan Bank in New York City. Founded Accel...
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Oklahomans testing positive for COVID-19 surpasses 1,000
The number of Oklahomans who have tested positive for COVID-19 topped the 1,000 mark Saturday — one day after another major...
Outlook 2020: 'Make building relationships with people a prime activity of your life,' Beth Shortt says
Beth Shortt, 66, is the former executive director of Leadership Oklahoma City. "As executive director of Leadership Oklahoma...
Outlook 2020: Sara Jane Rose, founder of Sally's List, helps catapult women into elected office
Someone once said if Sara Jane Rose were a true Okie, she may never have founded Sally’s List. A California native, Rose, 59,...
Outlook 2020: Meet the woman behind Fallin's wins
Denise Northrup would probably laugh at being described as someone who worked “quietly behind the scenes.” Northrup may not...
Outlook 2020: 'Stand for something, know the line you will not cross,' Jari Askins
Name: Jari Askins, 66, Oklahoma lieutenant governor (first Democratic woman), 2007-2011; member, Oklahoma House of...
Outlook 2020: OKC Council progressives are women
Ward 6 Councilwoman JoBeth Hamon and Ward 7 Councilwoman Nikki Nice are two-thirds of the Oklahoma City Council's progressive...
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Too soon for another coronavirus relief bill?
With federal agencies still scrambling to process checks for individuals and make loans to small businesses, some members of...
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Poll: Vast majority of Oklahomans sheltering in place, say normal life is months away
A large majority of Oklahomans in all age groups are sheltering in place, according to a new poll that shows many residents of...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt declares health emergency, calls legislative special session
Stitt has asked Oklahoma's Legislature to convene at 8 a.m. on Monday.
Colleague promises to carry Coburn's torch for health care transparency
With the passing of former U.S. Sen. Tom Coburn, a physician, America lost an impassioned champion for transparency in health...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: CARES Act includes help for startups, but questions remain
The CARES Act, a $2 trillion stimulus package approved by Congress and the president last month, includes support for startup...
Oklahoma judge hears arguments on Stitt’s abortion ban
In a telephonic court hearing Friday, Oklahoma’s solicitor general defended Gov. Kevin Stitt’s temporary, coronavirus-related...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Public's 'buy-in' needed to fight pandemic, mayor says
Mayor David Holt deflected questions Friday about whether an arrest for ignoring coronavirus emergency orders is necessary...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: State faces $416 million revenue failure for end of Fiscal Year 2020
A state revenue failure of roughly $416 million is expected for the rest of Fiscal Year 2020, Gov. Kevin Stitt announced...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: CDC recommends voluntary use of face masks in public
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump announced new federal guidelines Friday recommending that Americans wear face...
Watch live: White House addresses coronavirus outbreak
WASHINGTON (AP) — Already facing growing anger and worry from governors over federal assistance to fight the coronavirus...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: OKC Mayor David Holt gives update, plans on how to limit spread
Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt and Dr. Patrick McGough, executive director of the Oklahoma City County Health Department, gives...
Memo: Some in US may not get stimulus checks until August
WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal government expects to begin making payments to millions of Americans under the new stimulus law...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stay off swings, slides, OKC says
Oklahoma City doubled down on emergency orders to keep off playground equipment, citing multiple reports of residents ignoring...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt declares health emergency, calls legislative special session
Gov. Kevin Stitt is calling Oklahoma legislators into a special session to approve his declaration of a statewide health...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: OKC mayor extends emergency through April 30
Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt says emergency measures in place to slow the spread of coronavirus would be extended through...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Groups urge Stitt to grant nearly 300 commutations waiting approval
Update: This article was updated to include comments from the governor's office. Several groups are urging Gov. Kevin Stitt to...
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Stitt urges more Oklahomans to get tested as more mobile sites spring up
Gov. Kevin Stitt on Thursday urged more Oklahomans to get tested for COVID-19, saying hospitals and county health departments...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Unemployment claims shatter records, again
Initial claims for unemployment insurance skyrocketed for a second consecutive week in Oklahoma and across the nation as the...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Governor orders schools to continue support staff pay
An executive order from Gov. Kevin Stitt on Thursday ensures public schools will continue to pay support staff. A news release...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Gov. Stitt holds press conference
Watch today's update from Gov. Kevin Stitt and Commissioner of Health Gary Cox at 4:30 p.m.
Watch live: White House addresses coronavirus outbreak
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is formalizing new guidance to recommend that many, if not almost all, Americans...
Coronavirus cases top 1 million worldwide
The world marked a grim milestone on Thursday, registering more than 1 million confirmed cases of the deadly coronavirus that...
Centuries-old laws may shield the cruise industry from huge payouts in coronavirus suits
Experts and fellow attorneys say they face an uphill battle against restrictive terms of service buried in passengers’...
What you need to do to get your government stimulus check
The IRS and the Treasury Department say Americans will start receiving their economic impact checks within the next few...
Thousands of US medical workers furloughed, laid off as routine patient visits drop during coronavirus pandemic
Thousands of health care workers across the nation have been laid off, furloughed or are working reduced hours as their...
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Which states will be hit hardest by coronavirus-related job losses? See the list
Here are the five states with the sharpest projected declines in employment this year, according to an analysis by IHS Markit.
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: OKC mayor extends emergency through April 30
Mayor to hold news conference with Health Department director Friday.
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A record 6.6 million seek US jobless aid as layoffs mount
WASHINGTON (AP) — More than 6.6 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week — doubling a record high set just...
OKC Mayor David Holt: 'Sports is a powerful force' that can unite us all
Editor's note: Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt shares why he loves sports and the role it has played in his life. My dad is not...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Funds coming to assist gig workers, independent contractors idled by the pandemic
Federal dollars to help gig economy workers and independent contractors idled by the new coronavirus pandemic are headed to...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: OKCFD short of masks, other gear
Oklahoma City firefighters are using sophisticated breathing apparatus on medical calls due to a shortage of common safety...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Federal officials seek input from tribes on how $8 billion in coronavirus relief funds should be distributed
The U.S. Department of the Interior has sent letters to tribal leaders across the nation seeking recommendations on how $8...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: What is essential? Opinions differ on Stitt's business closure mandate
In the past week, Gov. Kevin Stitt’s order to close “nonessential” businesses in counties with confirmed cases of COVID-19 has...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt extends 'nonessential' business closures to all 77 counties
Predicting COVID-19 will peak in Oklahoma in late April, Gov. Kevin Stitt on Wednesday said he is extending his executive order...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Enforcing closures of nonessential businesses proving difficult as confusion persists
Across Oklahoma, law enforcement officers are struggling to enforce rules about the closure of non-essential businesses as...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt extends 'nonessential' business closures to all 77 counties
Stitt also extended his executive orders limiting social gatherings and halting elective surgeries for two weeks through April 30.
'Social distancing' is a scammer's dream. Here's how to not be a victim
Think of the situation like an unlocked car with a tank full of gas and the keys left in the ignition. What crook wouldn’t be...
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Oklahoma coronavirus updates: Here's what we know
With the coronavirus spreading throughout the country and across the globe, here is what we know about what's going on in...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: What you need to know about economic impact checks
The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service announced Monday that they will begin distributing economic impact...
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Details for small business Paycheck Protection Program coming soon, Lankford says
Details of a newly created program to help small businesses retain their workers should be available late this week, and...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Oklahoma City Council approves $5.5 million in small-business relief
The Oklahoma City Council on Tuesday approved $5.5 million in assistance to help small businesses weather the coronavirus...
Top White House advisers predict as many as 240,000 US deaths from coronavirus
WASHINGTON – Members of President Donald Trump’s administration laid out dire estimates Tuesday to underscore the potential...
FDA shut down at-home coronavirus tests, but will they be part of the solution?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration abruptly shut down sales of at-home coronavirus test kits earlier this month but some...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Oklahoma City Council approves $5.5 million in small-business relief
Hope is to get assistance to small businesses that keep employees on the payroll through the crisis.
Watch live: White House addresses coronavirus outbreak
WASHINGTON (AP) — For a few moments in the Rose Garden, the coronavirus pandemic is a bucking bronco with President Donald...
Oklahoma candidates urged to file by overnight delivery service
Oklahoma election officials are encouraging people who intend to file as candidates next week to do so by overnight delivery...
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Abortion rights groups sue Stitt over coronavirus-related abortion ban
Reproductive rights groups are suing Oklahoma officials over Gov. Kevin Stitt's order prohibiting most abortions during the...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: U.S. Rep. Kendra Horn concerned about hospital finances, medical supplies
U.S. Rep. Kendra Horn said Monday she was frustrated that huge funding packages haven’t resolved shortages of critical medical...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: USDA allows all Oklahoma school districts to give free meals
A new federal waiver will open free school meals to students statewide during the COVID-19 pandemic, not only in high-need...
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Coronovirus in Oklahoma: Infectious disease expert estimates 5,000 Oklahomans infected with COVID-19
The number of Oklahomans who have tested positive for the coronavirus rose to 481 Monday, but the total number of Oklahomans...
Stitt orders flags at half-staff to honor Coburn, as family recalls his life
Tom Coburn felt privileged to deliver babies in his medical practice and grew to realize while serving in Washington that...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Lawmakers unsure when they will return to Capitol, finish session
Members of Oklahoma’s Legislature will not return to the Capitol this week. Senate Pro Tem Greg Treat said he’s not sure when...
Netflix star Joe Exotic files longshot lawsuit
With the keen sense of timing that comes from being an experienced showman, Joe Exotic is suing the U.S. Fish and Wildlife...
OKC Civic Life for Monday, March 30, 2020
MAPS 4 begins MAPS 4 sales tax collections begin Wednesday after the Better Streets Safer City sales tax, approved by voters in...
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Redistricting, recreational marijuana petitions unlikely to make ballot, organizers say
Call it unintended consequences. But organizers of two initiative petitions say COVID-19 and the ensuing fallout of the...
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OKC Civic Life Journal: Gun shops open as coronavirus business activity limits take hold
City maintains, updates comprehensive guide to coronavirus developments as they relate to local government services.
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Tribes battle coronavirus, much like state and federal government
Gov. Kevin Stitt isn't the only head of a government in Oklahoma scrambling to bolster a health care system, rework a...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma; As hospitals tend to hundreds of patients, state officials plan for more
As Oklahoma hospitals tended to hundreds of patients confirmed or suspected to have COVID-19, the Stitt administration worked...
Former U.S. Sen. Tom Coburn dies at 72
Former U.S. Sen. Tom Coburn, a physician who became a powerful voice in Congress on government spending and waste, died early...
Reactions to the passing of former Sen. Tom Coburn
Former colleagues and others commented Saturday on the death of former U.S. Sen. Tom Coburn. Vice President Mike Pence:...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt updates executive order, eases training requirements for peace officers
Gov. Kevin Stitt updated his executive order Saturday, placing a moratorium on out-of-state travel paid for by the state and...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Groups call on Stitt to implement recommendations to keep Oklahoma inmates, correctional staff safe
Nine organizations are calling on Gov. Kevin Stitt to take steps they believe will help protect Oklahoma’s correctional...
Stitt says abortions included in suspended elective surgeries
Abortion procedures, unless deemed a medical emergency or “necessary to prevent serious health risks to the unborn child’s...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Early census participation lacking
Daniel Billingsley filled out his 2020 U.S. Census form online around 7 a.m. on March 12. He was undoubtedly one of the first...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Oklahoma City Council to vote on small-business relief proposal
The Oklahoma City Council will consider a $5.5 million relief package for small businesses hardest hit by interruptions due to...
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Oklahomans in U.S. House praise $2 trillion relief bill
All five Oklahomans in the U.S. House praised the $2 trillion coronavirus relief bill after its passage on Friday, saying it...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Gov. Stitt holds press conference
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt addresses the latest developments surrounding coronavirus in Oklahoma. Watch the press...
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Hern sole member of state delegation to vote on aid package after unanimous Senate passage
Only one of Oklahoma’s five U.S. House members is expected to vote Friday on the estimated $2 trillion package to help...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Curbside pickup, but no delivery for dispensaries
Oklahoma dispensaries will not be allowed to deliver medical marijuana during the COVID-19 outbreak, according to the Oklahoma...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Lankford talks about stimulus bill
U.S. Sen. James Lankford, R-Oklahoma City, who voted along with 95 other senators late Wednesday for an estimated $2 trillion...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Roughly 200 people at Capitol tested
About 200 people at the Oklahoma state Capitol were tested for COVID-19 on March 17 after a Senate staffer tested positive for...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Camps help city employees stay on the job
Day camps for school-age children are helping city of Oklahoma City employees stay on the job. With schools closed during the...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: State ramping up to process 2,000 tests per day, Stitt says
A week after declaring Oklahoma critically low on materials to test for COVID-19, Gov. Kevin Stitt said Thursday that the state...
'Let Hope Rise: Together In Prayer for Oklahoma' to be held Thursday night
The event, hosted by the Rev. Michael Todd, will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Transformation Church in Tulsa, where Todd is pastor.
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Violations of 'safer-at-home' order can result in misdemeanor, AG says
Hunter urged law enforcement officers to take a gentler approach whenever possible.
Despite coronavirus, millions of workers can’t stay home. Are they safe?
Whatever the job, there is one thing many of those workers have in common – they don’t feel safe, and they are clashing with...
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Senate leader: Roughly 200 people at Capitol previously tested for coronavirus
A majority of the tests have come back negative, said Senate Pro Tem Greg Treat.
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Oklahoma dispensaries can do curbside pickup, but no delivery amid coronavirus threat
Oklahoma law does not allow for the delivery of medical marijuana, according to the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority.
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: What businesses are essential?
Gov. Kevin Stitt has given more details on what businesses in 27 counties must close by 11:59 p.m. Wednesday.
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: What businesses are essential?
Dozens of private businesses and public spaces will be able to remain open despite Gov. Kevin Stitt ordering the closure of all...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: OKC issues revised emergency declaration
Oklahoma City on Wednesday issued the latest revision of Mayor David Holt's coronavirus emergency declaration, extending...
US reaches 1,000 deaths in coronavirus crisis
The death toll in the United States topped 1,000 on Wednesday night as the novel coronavirus continues to spread across the...
Two Grand Princess cruise passengers with coronavirus die; 103 have tested positive for COVID-19
Two passengers who had been on Princess Cruises' Grand Princess, thesecond Princess Cruises' ship with cases of coronavirus,...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt announces 'safer-at-home' policy
The policy will require the state's most vulnerable populations remain at home until April 30.
The US is confronting coronavirus without the CDC. It’s ‘like fighting with one hand tied behind your back,’ ex-director says
The United States’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic is haphazard, uncoordinated and sorely missing the guidance of the U.S....
Watch live: White House addresses coronavirus outbreak
WASHINGTON (AP) — Partial highlights of a roughly $2 trillion package to rush aid to businesses, workers and a health care...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: House legislator tests positive
At least five people who work at Oklahoma's state Capitol have tested positive for COVID-19.
Britain's Prince Charles tests positive for new coronavirus
LONDON (AP) —Prince Charles, the heir to the British throne, has tested positive for the new coronavirus, his office said...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Department of Labor tells states to limit information provided regarding unemployment
As unemployment insurance claims spike across the nation, the U.S. Department of Labor is instructing state agencies to limit...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt predicts thousands of COVID-19 cases
Under mounting pressure to take bolder action, Gov. Kevin Stitt on Tuesday ordered non-essential business closures in counties...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Oklahoma City mayor commends state order that, while limited, broadens metro-area restrictions
Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt on Tuesday commended Gov. Kevin Stitt for an order that closes "non-essential" businesses and...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Two House employees test positive for COVID-19
Two employees with the Oklahoma House of Representatives tested positive for COVID-19 this week.
Trump to use wartime act to ease shortage of coronavirus test kits, FEMA says
The Trump administration was expected to start wielding its powers under theDefense Production Act for the first time Tuesday...
Coronavirus: White House provides latest COVID-19 update
The presser is expected to start at 4:30 p.m.
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Democrats call on Stitt to close businesses, ban gatherings of more than 10 people
Democrats are calling on the governor to take more actions to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Tokyo Olympics officially postponed until 2021
TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympics were postponed until 2021 on Tuesday, ending weeks of speculation that the games could not go...
Oklahoma Corporation Commission closes offices to public until further notice
OCC closes to public The Oklahoma Corporation Commission closed its Oklahoma City headquarters, its regional office in Tulsa...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Utilities and companies that provide Oklahomans with electricity, natural gas and some phone services are suspending disconnects,...
Companies that provide Oklahomans with electrical, natural gas and phone services in some rural areas have been working with...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: State health department slow to let staff work from home
While urging other Oklahomans to stay at home to fight the spread of coronavirus, the state Health Department was telling its...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: REAL ID deadline to be pushed back
President Donald Trump announced Monday the federal government will push back a federal deadline for states to implement REAL...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Oklahoma County Court Clerk's Office limiting in-person filings, closing Edmond office
The Oklahoma County Court Clerk’s Office is limiting in-person filings and closing its Edmond office due to COVID-19. Starting...
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Inhofe, Lankford say they would vote for $2 trillion aid bill
Oklahoma Republican Sens. Jim Inhofe and James Lankford said Monday that they support a massive aid package to help Americans...
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Trump says he wants to ease up on coronavirus related shutdowns 'pretty soon' amid concerns about economy
“You’ll see what happens,” Trump said. "It’s not going to be three or four months” before life returns to normal, Trump said....
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: City warns against flushing wipes
Oklahoma City says all those wipes being used to disinfect surfaces are trouble waiting to happen if they are flushed down the...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt forms task force, no plans to close businesses
Gov. Kevin Stitt announced Sunday he will expand a gubernatorial task force to enhance the state’s response to the COVID-19...
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Coronavirus: Masks concern firefighters Deputy Chief of Operations Mike Walker of the Oklahoma City Fire Department said over...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: State, federal candidates encouraged to file by mail
Candidates vying for state and federal offices this year are encouraged to send in their filing paperwork remotely amid the...
Tulsa, Trump administration warn of upheaval in Creek case
The city of Tulsa and the Trump administration warned last week of upheaval in eastern Oklahoma if the U.S. Supreme Court rules...
Watch live: Gov. Stitt gives latest update on COVID-19 in Oklahoma
Watch as Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt provides an update on the spread of COVID-19 in Oklahoma.
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: How to cope with the 'new normal'
"New normal" can be less ominous than it sounds, if we let it be. A week after the novel coronavirus' abrupt intrusion on...
Vice President Mike Pence, wife test negative for COVID-19
The vice president's press secretary, Katie Miller, tweeted the results of the tests Saturday night.
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Stitt says mobile testing sites coming, as confirmed COVID-19 cases rise by 5
Gov. Kevin Stitt said Friday that he is working to open mobile testing sites in the next few days as the state’s partnership...
Inhofe favors direct payments, says he now takes pandemic seriously
U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe said Friday that he would support direct payments to Americans as part of a coronavirus stimulus package,...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Nonprofits won't be left behind by Congress, Lankford says
Sen. James Lankford assured nonprofit leaders Friday that stimulus measures include provisions to keep them afloat through the...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Senate to stay closed pending test results
About 30 senators and Senate personnel were tested for COVID-19 earlier this week.
Watch live: White House addresses coronavirus outbreak
WASHINGTON (AP) — Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and Trump administration officials descended Friday on Capitol Hill to...
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Income tax filing deadline moved to July 15 from April 15
WASHINGTON (AP) — Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says the Trump administration has decided to push the income tax filing...
Officials in state found to be hostile to records requests
Oklahoma's political and civic leaders like to tout the friendliness of the state's people, but some elected officials are...
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Stitt anticipates tapping Rainy Day Fund as possible revenue shortfall looms
The COVID-19 outbreak could have a profound effect on Oklahoma’s state budget. Gov. Kevin Stitt said Wednesday the state could...
Former Uptown 23rd District director to run for Oklahoma County clerk
Christina Chicoraske, former director of the Uptown 23rd District Association, is running for Oklahoma County clerk....
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U.S. Reps. Kendra Horn, Tom Cole to self-quarantine for two weeks
U.S. Reps. Kendra Horn and Tom Cole announced Thursday that they must self-quarantine until next week because of contact with...
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Oklahoma state epidemiologist reassigned amid COVID-19 turmoil
The Oklahoma State Health Department replaced the state epidemiologist Thursday after a week of rapid developments with the...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Oklahoma elections secretary: Localities can reschedule April 7 elections
Oklahoma's top elections official declared an election emergency Wednesday, ahead of local elections scheduled to occur in 74...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: State faces "critical shortage" of tests as cases mount
Oklahoma faced a critical shortage of coronavirus testing agents on Wednesday as cases continued to mount, including the first...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Guns sales on the rise as anxiety over COVID-19 climbs
Gun and ammo sales are soaring in Oklahoma and around the country amid fears and worry about the COVID-19 pandemic. Guns are...
Stitt’s Medicaid waiver seeks work requirements, premiums for low-income Oklahomans
Gov. Kevin Stitt’s plan to customize Medicaid expansion in Oklahoma seeks to impose work or community-engagement requirements...
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Inhofe, Lankford oppose funding bill for testing, relief programs and paid leave
Oklahoma’s senators on Wednesday cast two of only eight votes against a bill to add emergency relief money to Medicaid, food...
Watch live: Gov. Stitt gives update on COVID-19 in Oklahoma
Watch live as Gov. Kevin Stitt provides the latest update on the spread of COVID-19 in the state. The press conference is...
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Oklahoma elections secretary: Localities can reschedule April 7 elections
Oklahoma's top elections official declared an election emergency in light of COVID-19.
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Trump says he will invoke Defense Production Act to marshal private sector in response to coronavirus pandemic
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump says he will invoke Defense Production Act to marshal private sector in response to coronavirus pandemic.
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Treasury proposal: Deliver $500B in checks to millions of Americans, first round coming April 6
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Treasury Department wants to start issuing direct payments to Americans by early next month as the...
Video at 10:30 a.m.: White House addresses coronavirus outbreak
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate turned to a House-passed coronavirus response bill on Wednesday, even as lawmakers and the Trump...
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Person connected to Oklahoma Senate tests positive for COVID-19
It's unclear if the person who tested positive is an elected official or Senate personnel.
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt urges Oklahomans to avoid gatherings of 10 or more and eating in restaurants
Gov. Kevin Stitt on Tuesday urged Oklahomans to avoid eating in restaurants, discretionary travel, shopping trips and...
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George and Donna Nigh Public Service Scholarships recently were awarded to college students from across Oklahoma. The $1,000...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: United Way establishes reponse fund
United Way of Central Oklahoma has established a COVID-19 response fund to address the needs of individuals and families...
Trump pushes for economic aid package
Senators say package could approach $1T
WASHINGTON — In a massive federal effort Tuesday, President Donald Trump asked Congress to speed emergency checks to Americans,...
Watch live: Gov. Stitt gives coronavirus update
Watch live as Gov. Kevin Stitt provides an update at 3 p.m. on the spread of COVID-19 in Oklahoma
Watch live: OKC Public Schools Emergency Board of Education Meeting
The Oklahoma City Public Schools will hold an emergency board of education meeting at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 17. Watch live here:
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: State Capitol will close to public
The Oklahoma state Capitol will close to the general public amid the COVID-19 outbreak. Legislative leaders from both chambers...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Oklahoma cruise ship passengers returned to state
All 26 Oklahomans who had been passengers on a cruise ship and dispersed to military bases because of coronavirus concerns are...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Nonprofits navigate unknown territory
Needed now more than ever, many Oklahoma City nonprofits are in a bind. Coronavirus has interrupted the spring calendar, a...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Horn praises Holt decision on water service
U.S. Rep. Kendra Horn said Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt’s decision to provide water service to all residents means thousands...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Trump on Stitt tweet: Probably better not to go to restaurants
President Donald Trump on Monday stopped short of criticizing Gov. Kevin Stitt for encouraging people to eat out amid the...
Watch live: State lawmakers provide coronavirus update
State leaders will hold a 3:15 p.m. press conference to discuss access to the state Capitol and changes to the legislative...
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House legislators to plan next steps in ‘unprecedented’ meeting
State legislators will discuss the COVID-19 outbreak and next steps for the Legislature.
OKC Civic Life for Monday, March 16, 2020
Water shutoff policies may be adjusted Oklahoma City is working on policy changes to help residential water customers retain...
Creek reservation case could change Oklahoma forever, Hunter argues
Ruling that a Creek reservation exists in eastern Oklahoma “would plunge the State into uncertainty for decades to come,”...
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Count on us to get the facts right
We feel collectively displaced. Kinda lost. Kinda nervous. As the spread of coronavirus dominates our lives, Oklahomans are...
State lawmakers discuss budget concerns amid economic downturn from coronavirus, oil and gas
With the recent plummet in the oil and gas industry and national coronavirus concerns worsening, Oklahoma’s already tight...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Governor Stitt, Mayor Holt give emergency declarations
Oklahoma is now under a state of emergency after an eighth case of coronavirus was confirmed by the governor and the first case...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt declares state of emergency
The state of emergency will be in place for the next 30 days.
Gov. Stitt faces backlash over tweet amid virus
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma's governor faced a backlash on social media after tweeting a picture of himself and his children...
Could coronavirus result in expanded mail-in balloting?
Thousands of Oklahoma voters are expected to head to the polls in less than a month for school board and special elections in...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Stitt, health officials pushing to get cruise ship passengers back to Oklahoma
Gov. Kevin Stitt and the Oklahoma Health Department continued to work Saturday to secure the return of 26 Oklahomans who were...
Doctor says Trump tests negative for coronavirus
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has tested negative for the new coronavirus, according to the president’s personal...
Bethany council launches probe into mayor's conduct
BETHANY — In a standing-room-only meeting Thursday night, the Bethany City Council voted unanimously to investigate allegations...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Locals question slow pace of testing
The Trump administration’s efforts to speed up testing for the coronavirus came as Oklahomans grew increasingly frustrated with...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Pentagon issues U.S. travel restrictions for military
The Department of Defense said late Friday it will restrict troop movements in the United States until May. The announcement...
Trump declares national emergency to bolster funding for fighting virus outbreak
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump announced Friday that he is declaring the coronavirus pandemic a national emergency,...
Video: Trump holds news conference
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump will hold a press conference to address the spiraling coronavirus pandemic as he seeks...
In reversal, House bans marriage for minors younger than 16
The Oklahoma House on Wednesday passed legislation to prohibit minors under 16 years of age from getting married. The House's...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Lankford frustrated with pace of coronavirus testing, while Oklahoma City reacts to Horn's concerns
U.S. Sen James Lankford expressed frustration Thursday with the pace of coronavirus testing in the United States, while Rep....
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: City 'paying close attention' to coronavirus developments
Mayor David Holt on Thursday encouraged Oklahoma City residents to be proactive in adopting habits to limit the spread of...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: State health department put to the test
Oklahoma's coronavirus examination capabilities were put to their own test on Wednesday. After 58 people related to the Utah...
Stitt taps new secretary of human services
OKDHS director Justin Brown joins the governor's cabinet
Coronavirus in Oklahoma: No plans to close state Capitol
House Speaker Charles McCall is urging Oklahomans not to panic.
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Watch: Gov. Stitt, state health offiicals gives latest coronavirus update
Watch Gov. Kevin Stitt's Thursday press conference, where he announced the latest developments related to COVID-19 in Oklahoma.
Oklahoma County deputy sheriff fired
Oklahoma County Sheriff P.D. Taylor on Wednesday fired a deputy running against him for what was described as a pattern of...
Oklahoma Department of Securities accused of negligence in class-action lawsuit
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against the Oklahoma Department of Securities over a massive December 2018 data breach...
Senate passes bill targeting parts of SQ 780, increasing penalties for drug possession near schools
On Wednesday, the Oklahoma Senate passed a bill increasing the penalty for possessing or selling drugs near schools. Senate...
Horn seeks aid to keep residential water flowing to residents so they can wash hands
U.S. Rep. Kendra Horn urged congressional leaders on Wednesday to help people maintain water service so they can wash hands...
Health care agency consolidation moves forward
Oklahoma legislators are moving forward with plans to consolidate two state health care agencies despite opposition from some...
Lawmakers reverse plans to merge transportation agencies
The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority will not merge with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation.
Senate passes bill targeting parts of SQ 780, increasing penalty for drugs around schools
“I don’t think the people of Oklahoma knew they were taking away the 1,000 foot drug-free zones around our schools,” Sen. Casey...
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: 9 things you should know
Coronavirus is here and with it comes a lot of questions and concerns. Here are 9 things you should know about COVID-19.
California animal confinement rule cages OK producers, attorney general asserts
Oklahoma joins fight against California Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter joined counterparts representing 14 other states...
Rep. Cole criticizes proposed CDC cuts
WASHINGTON — This was the day Rep. Tom Cole, R-Moore, has been warning about — and essentially predicted. In 2017, when the...
Amended resolution to alter citizens' petition process clears Oklahoma House
Oklahoma's House passed Tuesday legislation to require citizens' initiative petitions to collect signatures from all of...
House passes cost-of-living adjustment for state retirees
In a rare unanimous vote, the Oklahoma House on Tuesday passed legislation to grant a cost-of-living adjustment this year to...
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Biden wins Mississippi and Missouri in early blow to Sanders
WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden delivered decisive wins in Missouri and Mississippi on Tuesday, dealing an early blow to Bernie...
Sanders, Biden cancel Ohio rallies over coronavirus concerns
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic presidential candidates Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden abruptly canceled scheduled rallies Tuesday...
Global events affecting Oklahoma oil industry
A steep drop in the price for crude oil can be blamed on many global factors, but the effects will be felt close to home for...
Oklahoma House rejects bill to restrict marriage involving minors
House rejects bill to restrict marriage involving minors The Oklahoma House on Monday scrapped legislation to limit minors from...
Ten people under investigation for coronavirus in Oklahoma
After one person was officially confirmed to have COVID-19 in Oklahoma last week, more were under investigation for the disease...
Senate passes bill altering virtual charter school board
Senate lawmakers passed their own revisions to the Oklahoma Statewide Virtual Charter School Board on Monday, a week after...
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Attorney General: Gov. Stitt cannot put tribal gaming money in escrow
Gov. Kevin Stitt's administration cannot deposit state revenues from tribal gaming exclusivity fees in escrow pending the...
Lawsuit awaits bill prohibiting state contracts with companies boycotting Israel
If a bill preventing the state from contracting with companies boycotting goods or services from Israel passes through the...
Epic Charter Schools' management company won't turn over records, state auditor says
Epic Charter Schools’ management company, run by the school’s co-founders, has been accused of refusing to turn over financial...
Oklahoma House rejects bill to restrict marriage involving minors
Previous research shows Oklahoma has one of the highest rates of teen marriages.
Oklahoma City budget managers monitor coronavirus impact; no changes in budget projections at this point
Coronavirus has the attention of City Hall executives.
OKC Civic Life Journal: Would police cuts betray voters' trust?
Catching up on Oklahoma City news.
House passes bill protecting student loan borrowers
A bill establishing the Oklahoma Student Borrower’s Bill of Rights Act passed through the House Monday afternoon.
OKC Civic Life for Monday, March 9, 2020
Q&A: Census OKC begins The 2020 U.S. Census begins contacting Oklahoma City residents this week. Here's what to know: What...
Lawmakers push to revise medical marijuana laws
Home delivery of medical marijuana, a shorter dispensary setback from schools and making the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana...
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Oklahoma wildlife officials wary of national decline in hunting
It had been the hunt of a lifetime, Blake Stephens said. Last December, Stephens, a school counselor in Locust Grove, hunted...
Self-driving cars, aircraft on Oklahoma Capitol minds
Oklahoma lawmakers appear to be considering this year, for the first time, how the state can play a role in a future autonomous...
Health officials separate fact from fiction regarding coronavirus
As the first case of coronavirus was confirmed in Oklahoma and the disease continues to spread across the United States and the...
Scrap metal items regulated by Oklahoma law
Currently regulated scrap metal materials that can only be sold to Oklahoma recyclers by persons authorized by state law...
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Exit polling reveals mind of Democratic voters
Exit polling conducted in Oklahoma on Super Tuesday revealed much about the voters in the Democratic presidential primary and...
Scrap metal theft can prove dangerous and costly, but legislative action may be on the horizon
Eden Badgett, a musician and the church’s musical director, remembered how she and her colleagues showed up for worship...
Horn town hall covers coronavirus, health insurance
The spread of the new coronavirus has raised the issue of access to health insurance, U.S. Rep. Kendra Horn said Saturday,...
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Interactive: Democratic primary voters saw Biden as best shot at Trump
Oklahoma voters in the Democratic primary on Tuesday overwhelmingly considered former Vice President Joe Biden the best option...
Oklahoma County prepares for coronavirus
Personal responsibility is the key message from Oklahoma County officials when it comes to preventing the spread of COVID-19,...
Oklahoma health officials begin Medicaid expansion process
The Stitt administration is moving forward with plans to expand Medicaid to cover more low-income Oklahomans on July 1. The...
Census FAQ: What to know in Oklahoma City as the census begins
The Census Bureau is contacting every Oklahoma City household starting March 12.
Elizabeth Warren’s dog goes viral after stealing a burrito
WASHINGTON – Sen. Elizabeth Warren dropped out of the presidential race on Thursday. It wasn’t long after that her dog,...
Oklahoma Corporation Commission adopts more restrictive proration order for unallocated natural gas wells
A majority of elected members of Oklahoma’s Corporation Commission voted Thursday to limit how much natural gas is produced by...
Oklahoma will submit Medicaid expansion request Friday, Gov. Kevin Stitt says
The Oklahoma Health Care Authority on Friday will submit to the federal government a state plan amendment seeking to expand...
Sales, energy tax revenues slip again
Oklahoma’s economy showed signs of slowing again in February as revenue to the state government dropped 1.5% from the same...
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New petitions seek to decriminalize marijuana, legalize recreational use
Two initiative petitions filed Wednesday seek to legalize recreational marijuana and decriminalize the drug in Oklahoma. The...
Inhofe, Lankford oppose $1 million cut to rural schools
Oklahoma's two U.S. senators have opposed a U.S. Department of Education decision that could shift more than $1 million away...
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Oklahoma lawmakers support coronavirus bill
All five U.S. House members from Oklahoma voted Wednesday for emergency legislation to combat the coronavirus. The measure was...
Oklahoma legislators seek changes to citizens' petition process
Some Republican lawmakers are seeking to change the initiative petition process by which Oklahoma voters can try to put issues...
Warren ends 2020 presidential bid after Super Tuesday rout
WASHINGTON (AP) — Elizabeth Warren, who electrified progressives with her “plan for everything” and strong message of economic...
New petitions seek to decriminalize marijuana, legalize recreational use
Four initiative petitions relating to marijuana are currently active in Oklahoma.
Private OK employers can ban political conversations in the workplace
Can a private employer prohibit political speech in the workplace without running afoul of the First Amendment? Yes. While the...
Inhofe announces re-election bid
U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe, saying he wanted to continue working with President Donald Trump to rebuild the military, announced...
Oklahoma County commissioner to run again after not being charged
Oklahoma County Commissioner Brian Maughan said Wednesday he is running for reelection after being cleared of wrongdoing after...
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Biden gets majority of state Democratic delegates; Trump winning percentage sets record
Former Vice President Joe Biden and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders will divide most of Oklahoma's Democratic delegates based on...
Oklahoma House approves 'In God We Trust' bill
The bill from House Speaker Charles McCall could cost the state an estimated $85,000 to place the national motto in 342 state...
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Bloomberg drops out of presidential race, endorses Biden
Axios is reporting Democratic presidential hopeful Michael Bloomberg is ending his run for the presidency. Stay close to...
Medicare now covers outpatient coronary procedure
There is good news for Medicare recipients who are facing the prospect of angioplasty with stent to open up blood vessels in...
Deputies respond to complaints of electioneering outside precincts
NORMAN — Sheriff's deputies Tuesday responded to multiple reports of electioneering outside polling places by people gathering...
Oklahoma House passes pro-Israel bill
Oklahoma legislators on Tuesday passed legislation that would result in the state picking a side in the complicated and lengthy...
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Voters approve Sunday liquor store hours
Several counties in Oklahoma took the next step in modernizing their liquor laws Tuesday. Oklahoma County residents handily...
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Biden wins Oklahoma Democratic primary
Former Vice President Joe Biden won the Democratic presidential primary in Oklahoma on Tuesday, easily beating Vermont Sen....
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OKC parks tax fails
Oklahoma City voters rejected a citizens' initiative for a dedicated parks sales tax Tuesday, largely on the strength of...
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Recap: Oklahoma Super Tuesday election coverage
It’s Super Tuesday, which means voters around the country will be filling polling places and casting their votes in the...
State health officials propose new vaccination exemption rules
As a growing number of Oklahoma schoolchildren receive exemptions from state vaccination requirements, the State Department of...
House passes bill to abolish virtual charter school board
A House Floor vote on Monday signaled support for major restructuring of the state agency overseeing virtual charter schools....
Voters decide Tuesday on parks initiative
Five times in the past, Oklahoma City voters have approved citizens' initiatives. On Tuesday, voters could approve a sixth....
Senators seek appeal of 10th Circuit ruling faulting the EPA's renewable fuels blending exemption program
A group of U.S. Senators are upset with a court's decision regarding renewable fuel blending. Refiners across the nation are...
Voters go to the polls for presidential, local races
Oklahoma voters head to the polls on Tuesday to help further narrow the rapidly shrinking Democratic presidential field, while...
OKC Civic Life for Monday, March 2, 2020
Parks vote Tuesday Advocates say a dedicated sales tax would benefit neighborhood parks throughout Oklahoma City. A citizens'...
State lawmakers divided on how to pay for Medicaid expansion
Oklahoma lawmakers appear to be divided on party lines about how to pay for Oklahoma’s share of Medicaid expansion....
Oklahoma could honor out-of-state work licenses
A Republican state lawmaker wants Oklahoma to automatically recognize professional licenses and certifications granted by other...
Klobuchar heads to Oklahoma as Super Tuesday nears
Democratic presidential candidate Amy Klobuchar headed to Oklahoma on Monday for a pre-election day rally, while Joe Biden’s...
Super Tuesday: Where the candidates stand on key issues
As Super Tuesday approaches, here's a look at some of the Democratic candidates' stances on several key issues, including...