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Oklahoma City business leaders excited about expected economic boost from hosting 2028 Olympics
Oklahoma Voice
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July 4, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City leaders said they’re gearing up for and are excited about the expected economic boost to their businesses that the 2028 Olympics will bring to the region. While Los Angeles was selected to host the 2028 Olympic games,...
'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention center criticized by Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
KOKH - Oklahoma
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A detention center in Florida dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz" has caught a lot of attention and criticism this week over its intense design of being surrounded by alligators in the Everglades and the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma is joining in on that...
Oklahoma Lottery Pick 3, Lucky For Life results for July 3, 2025
The Oklahoman
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The Oklahoma Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at July 3, 2025, results for each game: Winning Pick 3 numbers from July 3 drawing 7-3-5 Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Lucky For...
Oklahoma lawmakers, charities react to passage of 'big, beautiful bill'
KOCO 5 - Oklahoma
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July 4, 2025
TOPICS ON THIS. YEAH GUYS SNAP AND MEDICAID ARE TWO BIG TOPICS IN THIS BILL. AND IT AIMS TO CRACK DOWN ON WHO QUALIFIES FOR THOSE BENEFITS AND WHO GETS THEM. IT EXTENDS THE TAX CUTS AND JOBS ACT, SECURES OUR BORDER, UNLEASHING AMERICAN ENERGY....
As Trump’s FEMA Review Council begins work, Oklahoma delegation wants input, details
NonDoc - Oklahoma
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July 4, 2025
WASHINGTON — A sweeping restructuring of the Federal Emergency Management Agency could be on tap when Congress returns from its July 4 recess, a possibility for Oklahoma that could redefine what disaster recovery looks like in a state long...
Oklahoma, Texas food banks lament food benefit cuts in tax bill
News Channel 6 - Texas
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July 3, 2025
TEXOMA (KAUZ) - President Trump’s signature legislative package has passed both chambers of Congress, and now awaits the president’s signature tomorrow. Among the heavy cuts to government programs are a shifting of some financial burdens for food...
Oklahoma leaders react to passage of “Big, Beautiful Bill”
News9 - Oklahoma
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On Thursday, the House passed President Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” in a narrow 218-214 vote. The legislation now heads to the president’s desk for his signature. RELATED: House passes "Big, beautiful bill," sending it to the President's desk in...
Oklahoma hospitals faced closure before the 'big, beautiful bill.' Medicaid cuts amplify those fears
KOCO 5 - Oklahoma
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July 3, 2025
The "big, beautiful bill" was approved by the House of Representatives on Thursday, but cuts to Medicaid could put hospitals and medical services at risk across Oklahoma. The bill now heads to President Donald Trump's desk, and he is expected to...
Oklahoma’s new alcohol laws ease server rules and penalties
The Journal Record - Oklahoma
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July 3, 2025
Summary: – Safe Harbor Act waives penalties if employers meet training and policy requirements. – HB 1062 allows servers 18-20 to serve beer, wine and premixed cocktails tableside. – Industry leaders say laws improve service flow and encourage...
Oklahoma lawmakers react to passage of President Donald Trump's big tax bill
KOCO 5 - Oklahoma
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July 3, 2025
The U.S. House of Representatives passed President Donald Trump's $4.5 trillion tax breaks and spending cuts bill following multiple setbacks to approve his policy package before a Fourth of July deadline. >> Related Video Above: GOP megabill...
Oklahoma doctor accused of killing young daughter and faking a drowning at Florida rental home
The Independent
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July 3, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Financial website finds Wichita 2nd "most boring" city in the U.S.
KNSS - Kentucky
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July 3, 2025
A survey from the financial news website Finance Buzz claims that Wichita is the second most boring city in the nation. The metrics used to reach that conclusion include the culinary scene, tourism numbers, outdoor activities, and signature events...
Norman weather research lab in crosshairs of federal cuts
KOCO 5 - Oklahoma
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July 3, 2025
SAFETY. AND SAFETY IS REALLY ANYTHING ANY METEOROLOGIST WANTS FOR PEOPLE TO HAVE DURING SEVERE STORMS IN THAT LAB IS RIGHT HERE AT THE NATIONAL WEATHER CENTER, AND IT’S UP FOR TERMINATION WITH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT. BUT PEOPLE ARE PUSHING BACK,...
WATCH: Sen. Lankford says Trump's tax bill to make 'big difference' for Oklahomans, families
KOCO 5 - Oklahoma
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July 3, 2025
FULL INTERVIEW: Sen. James Lankford talks passage of President Donald Trump's big tax bill House Republicans propelled the bill to passage with a tight 218-214 vote, with two Republicans joining all Democrats opposed. And we are joined now by...
New laws in Oklahoma affect higher education system
The O'Colly - Oklahoma
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Four of the 100 new laws that entered the books in Oklahoma on Tuesday can affect student programs, financial aid and student involvement in higher education. Eligibility requirements for aid on two of the largest programs in Oklahoma are...
Cost and closures drive deepening child care crisis in Oklahoma
The Journal Record - Oklahoma
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July 3, 2025
Summary: – Oklahoma has 4,354 fewer child-care slots than one year ago. – New pilot programs offer support, but state investment lags. – Employers urged to help with access to care and workforce stability. Oklahoma has 4,354 fewer licensed child...
We fact-checked Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s claims as part of the ‘Make Oklahoma Healthy Again’ campaign
The Frontier - Oklahoma
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Gov. Kevin Stitt has launched an effort to “Make Oklahoma Healthy Again” with a visit from U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. At a rally with Kennedy at the Oklahoma Capitol on June 26, Stitt announced the state would...
Is Oklahoma’s suicide rate ranked among the top 10 states?
Oklahoma Watch
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July 3, 2025
Sign up today for First Watch! Want to understand Oklahoma better? Sign up for First Watch and let Ted Streuli guide you beyond the surface of daily news. Yes. According to 2022 CDC data, Oklahoma has the ninth-highest suicide rate at 21.4 per...
Trump administration freezes over $70 million in federal funds for Oklahoma education
The Oklahoman
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OKLAHOMA CITY — The Trump administration is indefinitely withholding more than $70 million in federal education programs meant for Oklahoma students and educators, including money for teacher development, English learners, after-care programs and...
An Oklahoma teacher took a leap of faith. She ended up winning state Teacher of the Year.
Oklahoma Voice
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July 3, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY — Those who knew Melissa Evon the best “laughed really hard” at the thought of her teaching family and consumer sciences, formerly known as home economics. By her own admission, the Elgin High School teacher is not the best cook. Her...