Oklahoma unveils new license plate design
Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell and Service Oklahoma today unveiled the new standard-issue license plate design, called the Iconic Oklahoma Plate. The new plate will be…
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Oklahoma’s education system ranked second-worst in the nation by a recent study
A recent study by WalletHub has ranked Oklahoma’s education system as the second-worst in the United States, highlighting significant challenges in quality and safety metrics….
State Election Board draws ballot order for November General Election
A public drawing was held last week by the Secretary of the State Election Board, Paul Ziriax, to determine the ballot order for political parties…
Oklahoma minimum wage hike gains momentum with over 180,000 signatures
Could minimum wage be on the rise in Oklahoma? Supporters of the group dropped off the required signatures Monday morning. Petitioners, organized by the group…
Governor signs “Alyssa’s Law,” enhancing school security across state
Gov. J. Kevin Stitt signed legislation that will improve safety and security of students and staff in schools across the state. House Bill 4073, also…
James Inhofe, Oklahoma’s Longest-Serving Congressman, Dies at 89
In a quiet moment amidst the festive hum of the 4th of July holiday, the political world bid farewell to one of its stalwarts. James…
Oklahoma Attorney General launches airline complaint form
Oklahoma residents can now submit complaints about airline carriers and ticket agents directly to the office of Attorney General Gentner Drummond through a newly launched…
Senator to host legislative study on cell phone use in schools
Senator Adam Pugh (R-Edmond) is set to lead a legislative interim study aimed at evaluating the impact of cellphone use among students in schools. This…
State Supt. Ryan Walters mandates the incorporation of the Bible in school curriculum
In a significant directive issued today by State Superintendent Ryan Walters, all Oklahoma schools are now required to integrate the Bible, including the Ten Commandments,…
Oklahoma Supreme Court blocks public funding for religious charter school
The Oklahoma Supreme Court has halted the establishment of what would have been the first publicly funded religious charter school in the United States, rejecting…
Primary Election Results: Molly Jenkins unseats incumbent John Talley in District 33
In a significant upset during Tuesday’s Primary Election, Coyle resident Molly Jenkins secured the Oklahoma State Representative seat for District 33, defeating incumbent Rep. John…
Senator Hall: “Senate is close to reaching a deal with our House counterparts”
State budget negotiations are ongoing at the Capitol. Within the next two weeks, the Senate will reach a budget agreement with the House and advance…
Sen. Hall: “Honored to be named chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee”
I was honored this past week to be named chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee. Being tasked by Senate Pro Tem Greg Treat to lead…
Senator Chuck Hall named Appropriations Chairman
OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Pro Tem Greg Treat, R-Oklahoma City, today announced a change to his appropriations chairman. Pro Tem Treat has selected Senator Chuck…
Bill to lock Oklahoma’s clock approved by governor
OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Bill 1200 by Sen. Blake Cowboy Stephens, R-Tahlequah, was signed into law by Gov. Kevin Stitt Friday. The measure provides that the…
Senate approves removing requirement for businesses to check IDs before serving alcohol
OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Darrell Weaver, R-Moore, received Senate approval for a measure that allows Oklahoma businesses to sell or serve alcohol without being required…
Talley named 2024 Outstanding Elected Official by Health Department
OKLAHOMA CITY – During the 2024 Oklahoma Outstanding Child Abuse Prevention Awards at the State Capitol on Tuesday, Rep. John Talley, R-Stillwater, was named the 2024…
Senate approves bill ensuring kids are taught cursive writing
OKLAHOMA CITY – The full Senate has given approval to a measure ensuring Oklahoma public schools will include instruction in cursive handwriting. House Bill 3727,…
4-H excused absences from school signed by Governor
OKLAHOMA CITY – Gov. Stitt on Tuesday signed House Bill 1006 into law, which will grant 4-H students an excused school absence when participating in…
Social media age-limit bill passes House
OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Chad Caldwell, R-Enid, passed a bill in the House that would limit social media accounts for youth. House Bill 3914 would…
