New Ed Board Members Take Oath of Office
The Board of Education has two new members chosen by Governor Fallin under a law which allows her to replace all of her predecessor’s appointees.
AG Says No to Gov Parole Process Law
Oklahoma Attorney Scott Pruitt says a portion of law which moves the Governor out of the pardon and parole process is unconstitutional.
Supreme Court Rules on Gov’s Closing Fund
The Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled Tuesday the Governor doesn’t have to consult legislative leaders in providing incentives for business to expand or move to Oklahoma.
Rebates for Storm Shelters
Oklahoma is taking applications for a drawing to give 500 people up to $2,000 each to build safe rooms in the event of a tornado.
Making Trailer Parks Safer
Lawmakers are looking at ways to keep Oklahomans safe when it comes to tornado outbreaks.
DHS Gets Approval from National Organization
A study of the Department of Human Services conducted last February shows the practices of the agency are sound.
Drought Leaves Farmers Asking “Where’s the Beef?”
A lack of rain is decimating cattle herds across Oklahoma.
Cherokee Freedmen Voting in Special Election
The Cherokee Nation is moving forward with elections and holding the vote open until October 8thso about 1,200 freedmen can vote.
Rain Relief Reduces Burn Ban
On Tuesday afternoon, Governor Mary Fallen is lifting the burn ban on 33 counties in the central and northern parts of the state.
Water Study Goes to Lawmakers
A joint legislative committee on water in the state got to hear from the Oklahoma Water Resources Board on the draft of a five-year study.
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