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Oklahoma voters in 27 counties cast ballots in an array of elections Tuesday, including the largest bond package in state history in Oklahoma City, which passed easily.

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Oklahoma City passes $2.7 billion bond package, Little Axe voters reject new high school and more

Oklahoma voters in 27 counties cast ballots in an array of elections Tuesday, including the largest bond package in state history in Oklahoma City, which passed easily.

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Oklahoma educators say the state's school cellphone ban has been a "game changer," according to reporting from Oklahoma Voice.

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Educators say Oklahoma’s school cellphone ban has been a ‘game changer’

Senate Bill 139 banned students from using personal devices for the entire school day.

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Do tribal citizens need state-issued hunting, fishing licenses off trust lands? Oklahoma officials say yes.

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Do tribal citizens need state-issued hunting, fishing licenses off trust lands? Oklahoma officials say yes

Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation shared a press release on Wednesday, drawing disapproval from several tribal leaders of the five largest tribes in Oklahoma and tribal lawyers. It…

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Oklahoma teachers are lauding the departure of former state superintendent Ryan Walters. Some are even obtaining new teaching certificates to remove his name from their credentials.

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Oklahoma teachers celebrate the end of Ryan Walters era with paper shredders, food trucks

Oklahoma teachers are lauding the departure of former state superintendent Ryan Walters. Some are even obtaining new teaching certificates to remove his name from their credentials.

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 5d

Gov. Kevin Stitt recently declared an environmental emergency in Caddo County after saltwater contaminated Five Mile Creek.

Stitt declares environmental emergency in Caddo County after saltwater purge

The Oklahoma Corporation Commission is using emergency funds to help remediate the site at Five Mile Creek. A trench and pit were dug to collect the fluid and divert it away from water bodies.

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Mental health service providers are continuing to sound the alarm about budget cuts and their impact on services across Oklahoma.

Advocates urge Oklahoma lawmakers to increase funding for mental health services

Mental health service providers are continuing to sound the alarm about budget cuts and their impact on services across Oklahoma.

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 5d

Older adults are more likely to feel lonely or be socially isolated. As Oklahoma’s aging population grows, state officials are searching for ways to facilitate meaningful connections. StateImpact Oklahoma reports on one strategy that’s gaining traction.

‘Isn’t that wonderful?’: Intergenerational programs combat loneliness, create purpose for seniors

Research shows the model can benefit multiple generations by bringing them together to participate in ongoing, mutually beneficial activities. Oklahoma officials are looking to expand the programs to…

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 6d

Newly appointed Oklahoma State Superintendent Lindel Fields is trying to set a new tone for his leadership era of Oklahoma's education department. It includes a three-step plan Fields laid out for reporters at a press conference Tuesday.

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State Superintendent Fields aims to set new tone in Oklahoma education

Newly appointed Oklahoma State Superintendent Lindel Fields is trying to set a new tone for his leadership era of Oklahoma's education department. It includes a three-step plan Fields laid out for…

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 7d

Ahead of Oklahoma City's historically big bond election next Tuesday, we're breaking down bonds to better understand how they work in Oklahoma and why they're so important to local government operations.

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The biggest municipal bond in Oklahoma history is up for a vote. Here's how it works

Ahead of Oklahoma City's historically big bond election next Tuesday, we're breaking down bonds to better understand how they work in Oklahoma and why they're so important to local government…

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 7d

Statewide test scores for reading and math have dropped significantly in Oklahoma public schools since the state returned to more rigorous scoring, according to results the state Department of Education released publicly on Monday. (Via Oklahoma Voice)

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Stricter scoring causes major drop in Oklahoma math, reading test results

Statewide test scores for reading and math have dropped significantly in Oklahoma public schools since the state returned to more rigorous scoring, according to results the state Department of…

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 8d

The long-shuttered Diamondback Correctional Facility in Watonga is coming back to life.
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Oklahoma signs $100 million contract to house detained migrants in Watonga correctional facility

The long-shuttered Diamondback Correctional Facility in Watonga is coming back to life. The Oklahoma Department of Corrections, along with federal immigration authorities, recently signed a $100…

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 11d

Ellen Buettner to step down as Oklahoma Health Care Authority CEO for new state role

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Ellen Buettner to step down as Oklahoma Health Care Authority CEO for new state role

Ellen Buettner will serve as CEO of the state’s largest four-year university system.

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 12d

Providers across Oklahoma are offering complimentary eye exams to those in need starting this Friday as a part of the Oklahoma Association of Optometric Physicians’ sixth annual Giving Sight Day.

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Oklahoma providers offer free eye exams as part of annual ‘Giving Sight Day’

Most participating providers will hold complimentary vision clinics on Saturday, but others are offering dates Friday and Oct. 10.

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A Republican leader on education policy in the Oklahoma Legislature is entering the 2026 race for state superintendent. Sen. Adam Pugh, R-Edmond, announced his candidacy Thursday morning at the Oklahoma History Center in Oklahoma City. www.kgou.org/education/20...

Senate education leader launches campaign for Oklahoma state superintendent

Republican Sen. Adam Pugh enters a crowded field vying to become Oklahoma’s top education official

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 12d

The day after Ryan Walters officially resigned as Oklahoma's Superintendent of Public Instruction, another state official is calling for a post-mortem on his spending at the State Department of Education.

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Oklahoma AG requests investigation of education department, 1 day after Walters resigns

The day after Ryan Walters officially resigned as Oklahoma's Superintendent of Public Instruction, another state official is calling for a post-mortem on his spending at the State Department of…

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 12d

Tribal leaders are advocating for federal officials to uphold their trust and treaty responsibilities amid the government shutdown and threat of federal layoffs.

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'Not our fault, but it is our problem': Tribal nations across Oklahoma brace for federal shutdown impacts

Tribal leaders are advocating for federal officials to uphold their trust and treaty responsibilities amid the government shutdown and threat of federal layoffs.

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 12d

With the federal government closed as of Oct. 1, some of its operations in Oklahoma are interrupted, but others will continue as normal for now.

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The U.S. government has shut down. What does that mean for Oklahomans?

With the federal government closed as of Oct. 1, some of its operations in Oklahoma are interrupted, but others will continue as normal for now.

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 13d

Union Starbucks workers across the country are preparing to strike in response to what they say is the coffee company’s refusal to negotiate in good faith. Union workers and supporters in Oklahoma City participated in a national wave of pickets on Wednesday morning.

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Oklahoma Starbucks workers, supporters join national picket for union contract

Union Starbucks workers across the country are preparing to strike in response to what they say is the coffee company’s refusal to negotiate in good faith.

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 13d

Republican Chip Keating announced Wednesday that he was running for governor.

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Chip Keating announces run for Oklahoma governor

Republican Chip Keating announced Wednesday that he was running for governor.

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 13d

Oklahoma City’s largest technology company is cutting approximately 500 jobs across multiple departments, with many positions expected to be replaced by artificial intelligence.

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Paycom lays off 500 employees, will replace jobs with AI

Oklahoma City's largest technology company is cutting approximately 500 jobs across multiple departments, with many positions expected to be replaced by artificial intelligence.

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 13d

Dozens of lawsuits and hundreds of TV appearances: Oklahoma Watch takes a look back at Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters' tenure.

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Dozens of lawsuits and hundreds of TV appearances: A look back at Superintendent Walters' tenure

Ryan Walters starts his new role leading an anti-teacher-union organization, the Teacher Freedom Alliance, today.

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 13d

Oklahoma’s Public Safety Commissioner vowed Tuesday to continue the crackdown on commercial truck drivers passing through the state without legal status. (Via Oklahoma Voice)

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Oklahoma DPS to continue to immigration enforcement effort focused on truck drivers

Oklahoma’s Public Safety Commissioner vowed Tuesday to continue the crackdown on commercial truck drivers passing through the state without legal status.

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 13d

Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has officially resigned. He submitted his resignation letter to Gov. Kevin Stitt and leaves behind a controversial legacy.

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Ryan Walters resigns as Oklahoma state superintendent

Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has officially resigned. He submitted his resignation letter to Gov. Kevin Stitt and leaves behind a controversial legacy.

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 14d

Much of the federal government is now shut down after Republicans and Democrats in the Senate failed to agree on a pair of dueling funding bills to keep the government open.

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Government shuts down after Congress fails to reach a funding agreement

Much of the federal government is now shut down after Republicans and Democrats in the Senate failed to agree on a funding plan to keep the government open.

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KGOU | Your NPR Source @kgou.org · 14d

In this month's How Curious, host Rachel Hopkin visits the sumptuous Marland Mansion in Ponca City, Oklahoma, and finds out the story behind its creation.

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