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New Oklahoma laws now in effect as of July 1
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — 100 of the new laws the Oklahoma legislature passed during its most recent session are now in effect. One of those laws increases the compensation for those who are wrongfully convicted in the state to $50,000 for...
Politics Reuters Republican Senator Mullin says babies born in US should be deported if parents are
(Reuters) -Republican U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin said on Sunday he believes babies born in the United States to immigrants living in the country illegally should be deported alongside their parents if the adults are removed. Mullin's comments...

Osage Congress turns down settlement payment with Oklahoma Turnpike Authority; OTA says $845,000 in tolls unpaid
The Osage Nation Congress turned down a proposed settlement payment with the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority, as proposed by Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear. The Chief said it would eliminate a barrier to negotiations on a tobacco compact, but also...

John Waldron elected as chair of the Oklahoma Democratic Party
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — The Oklahoma Democratic Party elected State Representative John Waldron as the party's chair for the next two years. Erin Brewer, a former candidate for State Senate, was elected Vice Chair. Alberto Alonso-Sandoval was also...

Smart Questions to Ask Your Agent
Being informed is one of your biggest lines of defense when it comes to preparedness. Recently, I explained how to avoid being underinsured, and an integral part of that is reviewing your homeowners policies with your agent to know exactly what is...

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander agrees to massive extension — $71 million per year — with Oklahoma City Thunder
OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder have agreed on a record-setting four-year, $285 million extension that would give him the highest average annual salary in NBA history, a person with knowledge of the agreement...

Oklahoma Lottery Powerball, Lotto America results for June 28, 2025
The Oklahoma Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at June 28, 2025, results for each game: Winning Powerball numbers from June 28 drawing 04-35-43-52-62, Powerball: 12, Power Play: 2 Check Powerball payouts...
Trump voters cheer his move against Iran. MAGA leaders had warned the bombing could backfire
JILL COLVIN GARY FIELDS BRUCE SCHREINER ADRIANA GOMEZ LICON Associated Press Published: July 7, 2025 FRONT ROYAL, Va. (AP) — As President Donald Trump prepared to order the bombing of Iran's nuclear sites, many prominent leaders of his "Make...

Severe Storm Forces Willie Nelson to Cancel 2025 Outlaw Festival Date in Oklahoma
Organizers said “an extreme weather event” was to blame and revealed that “equipment and artists’ instruments were damaged.” Willie Nelson has been forced to cancel a stop on the 2025 Outlaw Music Festival after an intense storm damaged touring...

New lawsuit claims social studies standards violate Oklahomans’ religious freedoms
OKLAHOMA CITY — A second lawsuit, this time appealing directly to the Oklahoma Supreme Court, aims to overturn the state’s new academic standards for social studies on religious freedom and procedural grounds. A group of 33 parents, teachers and...

Felon with Arkansas convictions gets 10 years in federal prison for Oklahoma bank robbery
OKLAHOMA CITY -- A convicted felon who was held in the Sebastian County Detention Center last year was sentenced Monday to 10 years in federal prison for robbing an Oklahoma bank a year ago this week. Brian Keith Mays, 58, of Newalla, Okla., was...

Luka Dončić, Kevin Durant, Nikola Jokić and more veteran-extension situations to watch
Have you noticed that not many NBA stars have hit free agency lately? It’s a trade-driven league now, as I wrote last week, and it’s because of the more liberal rules on veteran contract extensions from the previous two collective bargaining...

TSET sues Oklahoma leaders over new law it says threatens its independence
A constitutionally created board overseeing nearly $2 billion in public dollars on Tuesday asked the Oklahoma Supreme Court to overturn a recent state law saying it threatens its independence. House Bill 2783, which Gov. Kevin Stitt let become law...

Cody Canada Clarifies After Calling Out Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick: “This Isn’t About Politics, It’s About People”
Cody Canada decided to release an official statement about his views on THC after last month’s pointed remarks directed towards Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick. Back in June, when Cross Canadian Ragweed was playing at The Armadillo Palace in...

'The Decision' 15 years later: How one night redrew the NBA map
Fifteen years ago this week, the NBA changed forever. In a July 8 televised ESPN special dubbed "The Decision," LeBron James declared that he was taking his talents to South Beach to join Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh with the Miami Heat. The...

Hilton enters Q3 2025 with new openings and renovations
Hilton is broadening its global presence with a series of new hotel openings and extensive property renovations as it marks entry into the third quarter (Q3) of 2025. In the Americas, Hilton’s all-suites brands are extending their reach with...

Spears Business announces 2025 Hall of Fame inductees
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 Media Contact: Stephen Howard | Director of Marketing & Communications | 405-744-4363 | stephen.howard@okstate.edu Oklahoma State University’s Spears School of Business will induct Craig Boelte, Dr. Lee Manzer and Suzanne...

How many tax dollars go to the Oklahoma County jail? Here's a breakdown amid its budget shortfall
AFFECTS YOUR TAX DOLLARS. WELL, YEAH, EVAN, ABOUT 9% OF THE PROPERTY TAXES PEOPLE PAY IN THE COUNTY GOES TO THE COUNTY, BUT ABOUT 60% OF THAT NUMBER ACTUALLY GOES TOWARDS LAW ENFORCEMENT AND THE JAIL. NOW, WHILE IT MAY SEEM LIKE A BIG NUMBER, THE...

A by-the-numbers look at Oklahoma's surge in reported cocaine use, overdose deaths
New research data showing the impact of cocaine across Oklahoma is being released by state law enforcement. The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics says this statistical analysis comes as agency cocaine investigations have risen sharply in recent years....

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander signs NBA record-setting deal with Oklahoma City
OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder have agreed on a record-setting 4-year, $285 million extension that would give him the highest single-season average salary in NBA history, a person with knowledge of the...