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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 1d

Several city blocks in Tulsa were packed with protestors Saturday.
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Tulsans participate in nationwide No Kings protest against Trump administration

Several city blocks in Tulsa were packed with protestors Saturday.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 2d

A new children’s biography about famed Oklahoman and "Invisible Man" author Ralph Ellison is now on bookshelves.
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New children's biography explores life of Ralph Ellison

A new children’s biography about famed Oklahoman and "Invisible Man" author Ralph Ellison is now on bookshelves.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 3d

Domestic violence related 911 calls in Tulsa have dropped significantly over the past several years, falling from 23,441 in 2016 to 15,649 last year.
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Domestic violence calls in Tulsa decline, but one expert worries about what the decrease means

Domestic violence-related 911 calls in Tulsa have dropped significantly over the past several years, falling from 23,441 in 2016 to 15,649 last year.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 3d

Crews have begun digging at Oaklawn Cemetery in Tulsa for a fifth time in the hopes of uncovering more victims of the 1921 Race Massacre.
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Officials, experts still considering feasibility of future excavations in search for 1921 Race Massacre victims

As crews hope to uncover more evidence of massacre victims at Oaklawn Cemetery, potential mass grave sites elsewhere in Tulsa could prove more difficult.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 3d

Relatives of former slaves owned by the Muscogee Nation are objecting to a transfer of city land to the tribe.
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Muscogee Freedmen object to transfer of sacred tribal land as citizenship bids languish

Relatives of former slaves owned by the Muscogee Nation are objecting to a transfer of city land to the tribe.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 4d

The Supreme Court on Wednesday appeared inclined to limit the use of the Voting Rights Act to force states to draw electoral districts favorable to minority voters.

Supreme Court seems inclined to limit race-based electoral districts under the Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court appears inclined to limit the use of the Voting Rights Act to force states to draw electoral districts favorable to minority voters.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 4d

Nearly half of Oklahoma households struggled to afford necessities in 2023, according to a new report.

Raising the minimum wage could reduce eviction rates, data shows

Nearly half of Oklahoma households struggled to afford necessities in 2023, according to a new report. The limited income of 45% of households in the state has priced many families out of their homes,...

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 4d

Tulsans needing to handle a Muscogee Nation traffic ticket are getting a break with the opening of the tribe’s first local traffic court.

Muscogee Nation opens traffic court in Jenks

Tulsans needing to handle a Muscogee Nation traffic ticket are getting a break with the opening of the tribe’s first local traffic court.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 5d

Tulsa celebrated Native American Day on Monday with its ninth annual event at Dream Keepers Park.
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Tulsa celebrates Native American Day with messages of unity and tribal sovereignty

Tulsa celebrated Native American Day on Monday with its ninth annual event at Dream Keepers Park.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 5d

A recent state law meant to provide some abuse victims sentencing relief in criminal cases may need tweaking, two of the measure’s authors said.

Law may need ‘tweaking’ after Oklahoma inmate files for sentencing relief, officials say

OKLAHOMA CITY – A recent state law meant to provide some abuse victims sentencing relief in criminal cases may need tweaking, two of the measure’s authors said.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 6d

Uncertainty over the economy and tariffs is forcing retailers to pull back or delay plans to hire seasonal workers.

Uncertainty over the economy and tariffs forces many retailers to be cautious on holiday hiring

Uncertainty over the economy and tariffs is forcing retailers to pull back or delay plans to hire seasonal workers who pack orders at distribution centers, serve shoppers at stores and build holiday d...

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 6d

Developer tackles another iconic property: Price Tower

Rotary Club of Tulsa President Carl Vincent opened Wednesday’s meeting with a story from the past, recalling the days when the club met at the Mayo Hotel in the 1960s.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 9d

Tulsa officials announced Wednesday a fifth excavation in search of 1921 Race Massacre victims. It will once again take place at Oaklawn Cemetery starting next week.

Tulsa launches fifth excavation for 1921 Race Massacre victims

The city has uncovered the identities of previously unknown victims through DNA thanks to excavations at Oaklawn Cemetery.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 9d

At least 40 people gathered outside the David L. Moss Criminal Justice Center in downtown Tulsa Wednesday evening to protest Tulsa County’s contract agreement with U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement to hold immigration detainees.

Tulsa ICE protesters take their message to county jailhouse

At least 40 demonstrators rallied outside the David L. Moss Criminal Justice Center calling for the sheriff’s office to end a contract agreement with immigration enforcement.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 11d

Amy Hagerman, a professor of agricultural economics at Oklahoma State University, said farmers are dealing with the impacts of multiple "black swan" events, rare and unpredictable disruptions.

OSU agricultural economy professor cites ‘black swan’ events behind industry’s bailout need

The Trump administration is expected to announce a bailout plan for U.S. farmers this week as soybean producers in Oklahoma and across the country struggle with falling prices and rising costs.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 12d

As massive data centers begin popping up across Oklahoma, Indigenous organizers are sounding the alarm.

Indigenous environmental advocates say data centers risk water, culture and informed consent

As massive data centers begin popping up across Oklahoma, Indigenous organizers are sounding the alarm.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 18d

Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols said he was notified Wednesday that more than $8 million in state funds would be cut from local mental health treatment services.
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Mayor: state to cut $8 million in mental health funds for Tulsa

Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols said he was notified Wednesday that more than $8 million would be cut from local mental health treatment services.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 19d

The more than 500-acre hyperscale data center project, Project Clydesdale, passed unanimously by the Tulsa County Commissioners on Monday.
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Tulsa County Commissioners unanimously pass Project Clydesdale

The more than 500-acre hyperscale data center project, Project Clydesdale, passed unanimously by the Tulsa County Commissioners on Monday.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 20d

Fulton Street Books & Coffee, one of the few remaining independent bookstores in #Tulsa, announced in mid-September that it would be shutting down after five years of operation in Tulsa’s #GreenwoodDistrict.
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‘The social climate is very different;’ Fulton Street owner talks how state law and a local downturn led to closure

Onikah Asamoa-Caesar says a combination of economic and social factors led to the decision to close in Tulsa and move to New Jersey.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 23d

The station earned top honors in categories including investigative reporting, anchoring and spot news.
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KWGS wins 11 Society for Professional Journalists awards

KWGS was recognized with five first place awards from the Society for Professional Journalists Oklahoma Pro Chapter for work done in 2024.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 23d

Ahead of two votes next week on proposed massive data centers in Green Country, a community meeting discussed how to stop the centers from being built.
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Citing water concerns, community pushes back against proposed data centers

Ahead of two votes next week on proposed massive data centers in Green Country, residents at a community meeting discussed how to stop the centers from being built.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 24d

Local activist groups gathered Wednesday for another protest in east Tulsa decrying U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Trump administration.
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After Dallas shooting, Tulsa ICE protests continue

In the wake of an attack at an ICE facility in Texas, protesters in Tulsa say peaceful demonstration remains paramount.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 24d

Court documents are supposed to be easily accessible to the public under Oklahoma’s open records law, but Tulsa Municipal Court has removed computer terminals where people could look up case information.
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Tulsa city court limits public access to court records and requests for information can take weeks or months

Tulsa Municipal Court says requests may take one to three business days to complete, but it took 30 days for The Frontier to get records.

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 24d

State Superintendent Ryan Walters will resign from office with more than a year left in his term for a new position leading a conservative teacher organization, he announced Wednesday night while speaking live on FOX News.

Walters to resign as Oklahoma state superintendent, announces position in national teacher group

State Superintendent Ryan Walters will resign from office with more than a year left in his term for a new position leading a conservative teacher organization, he announced Wednesday night while spea...

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Public Radio Tulsa @publicradiotulsa.bsky.social · 25d

President Donald Trump’s second-term strengths look different from his first, according to recent polling.

The economy was a strength for Trump in his first term. Not anymore, according to recent polling

President Donald Trump’s second-term strengths look different from his first, according to recent polling.

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