AGP Executive Report

NBA Playoffs: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander bounced back with 30 points and the Thunder beat the Spurs 122-113 in Game 2 to tie the Western Conference finals 1-1. OKC got a big edge from bench scoring and forced 21 turnovers, while San Antonio’s Victor Wembanyama still posted a monster 21 points, 17 rebounds, and four blocks. Game 3 is Friday in San Antonio. Energy & Cost of Living: Gas prices are above $4 in every state ahead of Memorial Day, with the national average at $4.56 a gallon, and AAA warns the next move depends on whether oil-market hopes around Iran hold. Utilities Oversight: A new poll finds 76% of Americans want stronger utility oversight, even as trust in state governments to control power-bill hikes sinks to 29%. Oklahoma Policy: Oklahoma lawmakers signed a bipartisan package of eight bills aimed at boosting transparency in public contracts after an audit flagged $93.4 million in misspent spending. Local Infrastructure: Oklahoma approved a five-year, $520 million airport construction plan covering 176 projects statewide.

NBA Playoffs: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander bounced back with 30 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the San Antonio Spurs 122-113 in Game 2 to tie the Western Conference finals 1-1. Alex Caruso added 17, OKC won the bench battle 57-25, and Victor Wembanyama still posted 21 points, 17 rebounds, and four blocks. Injury Watch: Thunder guard Jalen Williams left the game early with a hamstring recurrence, putting Friday’s status in doubt. Local Government: Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt signed hundreds of bills, with 478 measures approved during the session, including education and public safety changes. Aviation: South Carolina airports are among sites selected for new air-traffic control towers, with Oklahoma included in the broader FAA modernization plan. Health & Aging: CMS data highlights several Oklahoma nursing homes earning top ratings in Q1 2026, including Grove Nursing Center (5-star overall).

Courts & Schools: Oklahoma City’s Proud To Partner Leadership Academy just got a final closure order from the Statewide Charter School Board, with a 10-day appeal window before it can head to district court. Sports (OKC vs. Spurs): The Western Conference Finals are in full swing—Game 1 went to the Knicks-Cavs in the East, while in the West Oklahoma City hosts San Antonio for Game 2 after a double-overtime opener; Spurs rookie Dylan Harper is ready to start again if De’Aaron Fox’s ankle keeps him out. Justice: Two defendants in Swadley’s Foggy Bottom Kitchen case plead guilty, while Brent Swadley heads to trial over alleged multi-state fraud tied to a 2022 state audit. Health & Work: The EEOC says a federal agency wrongly denied COVID vaccine religious exemptions, and Oklahoma’s OSDE launched a new educator launch and mentorship initiative to boost teacher recruitment and retention. Agriculture: Drought plus higher fuel and fertilizer costs are squeezing Plains farmers, with some wheat crops facing near-total loss.

NBA Playoffs (OKC vs. Spurs): The Western Conference finals kicked off with a gut-punch for Oklahoma City—San Antonio took Game 1 in double overtime, 122-115, with Victor Wembanyama going off for 41 points and 24 rebounds, just as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander collected his MVP trophy. NBA Playoffs (East): In New York, the Knicks pulled off the kind of comeback that feels impossible—erasing a 22-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat Cleveland in overtime, 115-104, led by Jalen Brunson’s 38. Energy & Cost of Living (Gas): Gas prices are hitting fresh highs again, and Tulsa drivers are still asking why their pump totals often run higher than Oklahoma City’s. State Policy (AI data centers): Oklahoma just passed new rules to stop residential utility customers from absorbing electricity upgrade costs tied to big AI data centers—requiring large-load customers to sign long-term agreements instead. Immigration & Healthcare: Multiple states are moving to eject people from subsidized healthcare, while Oklahoma’s immigration debate stays hot after reports of deportation-related concerns. Local Watch (Education): Oklahoma’s education spending is up, but a new comparison still leaves the state dead last in per-pupil spending among nearby states.

NBA Playoffs, West Finals: Victor Wembanyama answered Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s back-to-back MVP night with a 122-115 double-OT Spurs win over the Thunder, finishing with 41 points and 24 rebounds—the youngest ever to hit 40/20 in a playoff game—while OKC rallied late and forced overtime. Federal Courts, Drugs: A Gardner, Massachusetts man was charged as the alleged head of a multistate drug trafficking and money-laundering ring, accused of using a painting company to disguise proceeds tied to cocaine, counterfeit pills, and more. Border Crackdown: A Beaver, Oklahoma resident was arrested for an alleged human smuggling attempt—42 people hidden in a locked trailer—plus meth found during the stop. FDA Oversight: Oklahoma’s FDA activity shows up in the details: 13 companies in Oklahoma County cities got citations from 13 inspections in 2025, while in Okmulgee County only one company (Deep Fork Foods) was inspected. Local Business: Springline Advisory expanded into Oklahoma City by acquiring GBC Advisory. Health Policy: Gov. Stitt signed the Blake Burgess Blood Clot Prevention Act, aiming to reduce preventable clot deaths.

NBA Western Finals: The Spurs stole Game 1 from the Thunder in double overtime, 122-115, with Victor Wembanyama going nuclear for 41 points and 24 rebounds right after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won his second straight MVP. Wembanyama’s half-court three forced the second extra period, then he took over in OT to give San Antonio a 1-0 series lead. Oklahoma Sports Spotlight: Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP night set the stage for a matchup Oklahoma fans can’t ignore—OKC’s defending-champion momentum vs. San Antonio’s young star power. Local Preservation: In Ottawa County, two miles of Route 66’s “Ribbon Road” will be resurfaced while keeping one mile of original 1920s pavement intact, preserving the raised center that draws heritage travelers. Statewide Health Watch: CMS data highlights Cimarron Nursing Center in Kingfisher County as a top-capacity facility with a perfect 5-star overall rating in Q1 2026. Business/Tech: Aramco Digital named Dr. Ashraf AlTahini as CEO as it pushes deeper into industrial AI and digital transformation.

Federal Child-Welfare Policy: A bipartisan federal bill, the Promoting Childhood Independence and Resilience Act, was introduced to help states draw a clearer line between normal childhood independence and neglect—aiming to protect everyday activities like playing outside or staying home briefly from being treated as abuse. NBA Spotlight (Oklahoma): Shai Gilgeous-Alexander just won back-to-back NBA MVP honors, and the Thunder’s Western Conference Finals opener vs. the Spurs is set for Monday night in OKC—an all-star matchup framed as defense, perimeter pressure, and two MVP-level stars colliding. Oklahoma Politics: Oklahoma Republicans failed to get a Medicaid expansion ballot measure to voters before adjouring, leaving the door open for a special session. NIL/College Sports: Oregon sued Oklahoma DB Dakoda Fields over an alleged unpaid NIL contract buyout tied to his transfer. Local/Business: The International Franchise Association endorsed David Ostrowe for Oklahoma lieutenant governor, while Uniti Wholesale announced new Tulsa fiber and colocation expansion deals.

NBA Conference Finals: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander just won back-to-back MVPs, and now the Thunder are set for the West finals opener against Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs—while the East title series matches the Knicks and Cavaliers, with both sides coming in on different paths (one sweep, one road Game 7). Sports Betting in Indian Country: A federal judge in Wisconsin let the Ho-Chunk Nation’s lawsuit against Kalshi move forward, testing whether sports prediction markets count as illegal gaming on tribal lands. Tribal Business & Health: Eastern Shawnee Companies launched a healthcare staffing subsidiary to expand federal contracting and staffing for tribal and public-sector clients. Energy Policy: The Southern Ute Tribe secured the first-ever federal approval of a Tribal Energy Resource Agreement, giving it expanded control over energy development on trust lands. Local Watch: Oklahoma City police responded to a swatting call tied to a recent homicide scene. Culture: Smashing Pumpkins announced a 30th-anniversary “Rats in a Cage” tour, including an Oklahoma City stop.

Elections Watch: Sample ballots are out for Oklahoma’s June 16 primary, with voters able to download them via the State Election Board OK Voter Portal or pick up copies at the Stephens County Election Board. Sports Spotlight: The Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is reportedly set to be named back-to-back NBA MVP, and Oklahoma City is now locked in for a Western Conference Finals clash with the Spurs. Local Health & Safety: KOCO 5 is investigating mysterious black dust showing up in northern Oklahoma, while OSBI is also looking into a suspicious death in Norman. State Policy: A new Oklahoma law gives food trucks more flexibility on fire safety—either a suppression system or two Class K extinguishers. Entertainment: Paramount+ has renewed “Tulsa King” for Season 4, with no exact date yet.

Amazon’s Speed Push: Amazon is rolling out paid 30-minute delivery in more cities, using tiny “order-processing hubs” stocked with about 3,500 items—another step toward instant shopping. Public Safety: OSBI is investigating a suspicious death in Norman. Crime & Courts: A Texas man accused of killing his pregnant wife allegedly fled to Italy via Toronto, according to court documents. Tribal Action: The Cherokee Nation is hosting a free Expungement Expo in Tahlequah to help eligible citizens clear records and access support. Economy & Prices: Oklahoma’s SQ 832 debate is back in focus as supporters argue for higher wages and critics warn about higher prices and fewer jobs. Energy & Growth: The Tidelands Council approved a utility license for the NESE pipeline despite public outcry. Local Culture: Whole Backstage is staging “Oklahoma!” in June. Sports (OKC): The Thunder keep rolling in the playoffs, with Jalen Williams’ hamstring return timeline still the big question.

NBA Playoffs: The Oklahoma City Thunder keep rolling—sweeping the Lakers again to stay perfect in the postseason—and now they’re set for the Western Conference Finals against the Spurs, who just steamrolled Minnesota to reach the final four. Injury Watch: The big question for OKC is Jalen Williams’ hamstring; reports still list him week-to-week, and the Thunder have been thriving without him. Local Governance: Oklahoma lawmakers are moving ahead on transparency for public notices, with Gov. Stitt signing a law that modernizes how counties can create a “newspaper of record” when one doesn’t exist. Politics & Courts: A Supreme Court voting-rights ruling is already reshaping redistricting fights, with new pressure on how minority voters can be protected on ballots. Health Policy: A Supreme Court decision allows telehealth abortion medication access to resume while lawsuits continue—keeping the national fight over mifepristone front and center. Oklahoma Stories: Oklahoma City University won the NAIA men’s golf title—then announced it’s ending its golf programs after this season.

NBA Playoff Shockwaves: The Oklahoma City Thunder are rolling again, sweeping the Lakers and setting up a Western Conference Finals showdown with the Spurs after San Antonio closed out Minnesota in style. Local Sports: Oklahoma City University just won the NAIA men’s golf title—its 12th—before shutting down its golf programs after this season. Oklahoma Politics: State Question 832 is back in the spotlight as Oklahoma voters decide whether the minimum wage climbs to $15, with supporters pointing to poverty relief and opponents warning of higher costs and fewer hours. Campaign Finance Watch: New Mexico’s governor primary fundraising is heating up, with Deb Haaland and Duke Rodriguez reporting big cash totals. Courts & Rights: A U.S. Supreme Court ruling on sexist prosecution is being cited in a growing range of criminal cases. Health & Policy: Medicare patients may soon get free CBD as the federal government tests whether it helps chronic pain and lowers costs. Community Notes: A Guthrie family says their dog was shot by a neighbor, and a Norman e-waste drop-off event is set for Saturday.

Oklahoma Data Center Bill: Gov. Kevin Stitt signed a new law meant to stop data-center buildouts from pushing costs onto regular ratepayers, requiring big new “large load” facilities to cover their infrastructure share instead. Wind Power Stalemate: Oklahoma lawmakers failed again to agree on residential wind turbine setback rules, leaving turbines free to operate without new distance limits from homes. Sports & Local Spotlight: The Oklahoma City Thunder keep the spotlight after punching to the conference finals, while Oklahoma State women’s basketball is in the transfer-portal spotlight with Jacie Hoyt disputing a reported $1.4 million price tag for star Audi Crooks. Energy & Industry: Union Jack Oil says it drilled its Crossroads well in Garvin County on budget and is moving toward casing, cementing, and mid-June testing. National Watch: The NBA draft combine continues in Chicago as teams map offseason moves, and the U.S. announced air-traffic upgrades for Lawton, Oklahoma among eight airports nationwide.

Border Patrol shake-up: U.S. Border Patrol chief Michael Banks announced he’s resigning effective immediately, saying he “got the ship back on course” after a chaotic period at the southern border. Oklahoma politics: The Oklahoma Democratic House fundraising committee and former chair Joe Hartman agreed to pay more than $37,000 in ethics fines over campaign finance rule violations. Local recovery: Enid held an “R&R: Rebuild & Recover Dinner” for tornado victims, pooling resources from major nonprofits and city partners. Education & faith: Utah passed a law letting students opt out of coursework that conflicts with their beliefs. Oklahoma education win: An OKC teen, Tatiana Sanders, made history by earning a high school diploma and an associate’s degree at the same time. Energy & growth: Piedmont residents pushed back on a proposed massive data center over water and infrastructure concerns. Sports: The NBA combine’s 5-on-5 scrimmages wrapped, with top prospects like Baylor’s Cameron Carr withdrawing.

Border shakeup: U.S. Border Patrol chief Michael Banks announced he’s resigning effective immediately, saying he’s “got the ship back on course” and is stepping down as DHS leadership continues to churn. Oklahoma ballot fight: State Question 832’s minimum-wage push is getting a fresh pushback argument: supporters call it “compassion,” but critics say a statewide mandate could price out hiring—especially for young workers and small businesses. Local development: Norman just broke ground on the $1.1B Rock Creek Entertainment District, including an 8,000-seat arena and a year-round mix of hotels, retail, dining, and housing. Courts and records: Tulsa County DA Steven Kunzweiler is facing a lawsuit over alleged withheld records tied to the Richard Glossip case. Energy/industry: Meta signed power deals totaling 850MW with Desri across Oklahoma, Texas, and Mississippi. Homelessness: Oklahoma City reports family and youth homelessness rising to the highest levels since at least 2005.

Homelessness Lawsuit Push: A new Oklahoma law signed by Gov. Kevin Stitt lets Tulsa and OKC property owners sue if cities fail to address homelessness-related “public nuisances,” with a 30-day notice-and-response clock and compensation capped to prior-year property taxes. Medicare Fraud Crackdown: CMS is pausing new hospice and home health provider enrollments for six months nationwide, citing widespread fraud and aiming to keep “bad actors” out while it targets those already in the system. Data Center Tension: Pittsburg County’s review committee endorsed tax breaks tied to a massive $50 billion data center plan near Kiowa, even as Oklahoma City and Tulsa have moved toward moratoriums. Energy & Grid: Regulators blocked part of a transmission-line route through Kansas grasslands, forcing Evergy to rethink a segment that would have crossed U.S. Highway 77. Sports & Culture: LeBron James’ Lakers are eliminated by the Thunder, while Oklahoma arts and community calendars keep rolling with local performances and events.