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Rep. Danny Williams denies he left a cup of urine on staffer’s desk… - The Lost Ogle

Earlier today, William H.P. Nathaniel Archibald Meriweather “Tres” Savage the III & IVth filed a lengthy follow-up on the House investigation into Danny Williams – the creepy state lawmaker who’s been under investigation by Oklahoma House leaders since earlier this summer over allegations of improper behavior and potential ethics violations. As you’d expect from a…

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'WATSI' honors ZonZoLi Inlonska through voices of Osage elders - Osage News

The short film, directed by Hannah-Rose Coshehe Waller, preserves teachings shared across generations and premiered during the Osage Nation sovereignty celebration.

Oklahoma Gazette

Inola Smelter Questions Surface Ahead of Tonight's GOP Governor Debate - Oklahoma Gazette

Oklahoma First (@OKFirst2026) raised questions about the timeline surrounding Mike Mazzei’s position on the proposed Inola smelter project. According to the post: On April 9, Mike Mazzei attended the Freedom Caucus debate, where he expressed opposition to the Inola smelter. This was after Wallace Design, where Mazzei’s brother Dan Mazzei is a principal, was reportedly […]

Oklahoma Voice

22 years later, Mark Sanford brings pigs back to the Statehouse, this time over DC spending • Oklahoma Voice

More than two decades after then-Gov. Mark Sanford carried two piglets into the Statehouse to protest the state budget, he recreated it as best he could outside.

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Haitian immigrants brace for end of protected status • Oklahoma Voice

Hundreds of thousands of Haitian immigrants could lose their legal status as early as Tuesday, subjecting them to deportation after the U.S. Supreme Court last month allowed the Trump administration to proceed with terminating their humanitarian protections.

Oklahoma Watch

Does Monsanto v. Durnell bar Oklahoma from adding differing health warnings to pesticide labels? - Oklahoma Watch

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Trump looks to veterans to fill trucking jobs after booting immigrants from industry • Oklahoma Voice

President Donald Trump announced an initiative Thursday for veterans to quickly obtain commercial driver’s licenses, as the administration attempts to fill vacancies in the industry after pausing license renewals for foreign-born truck drivers.

Oklahoma Voice

Oklahoma’s annual sales tax holiday looms  • Oklahoma Voice

Bargain hunters are expected to hit the stores this weekend to take advantage of Oklahoma’s sales tax holiday.

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Rep. Danny Williams denies he left a cup of urine on staffer’s desk… - The Lost Ogle

Earlier today, William H.P. Nathaniel Archibald Meriweather “Tres” Savage the III & IVth filed a lengthy follow-up on the House investigation into Danny Williams – the creepy state lawmaker who’s been under investigation by Oklahoma House leaders since earlier this summer over allegations of improper behavior and potential ethics violations. As you’d expect from a…

Oklahoma Voice

Challenge to required Oklahoma Bar Association membership heads to federal appeals court • Oklahoma Voice

A federal appeals court is set to hear a case that could affect how the Oklahoma Bar Association conducts business and collects dues.

Oklahoma Voice

FDA acknowledges estrogen patch shortage, says it’s working to increase supply • Oklahoma Voice

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says it’s helping manufacturers increase the supply of estrogen-based hormonal patches and acknowledged a current nationwide shortage as more women seek hormonal therapies for symptoms related to menopause.

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City to vote on sweeping ‘guardrails’ for Flock cameras as OKCPD continues use

When City Council votes on renewing its contract with controversial Flock Safety on August 18th, they'll also be looking to impose sweeping new regulations on the system

Oklahoma Voice

Educators face off in GOP race for Oklahoma superintendent • Oklahoma Voice

Two longtime educators are seeking the Republican nomination to lead Oklahoma's public school system in an Aug. 25 runoff election.

Oklahoma Gazette

Educators face off in GOP race for Oklahoma superintendent - Oklahoma Gazette

The Republican nomination for Oklahoma state superintendent will go to one of two longtime educators — either an experienced school administrator who decries political partisanship or a high school teacher and Christian minister who says his insight from the classroom could benefit schools statewide. Robert Franklin and James Taylor advanced to the Aug. 25 runoff election as […]

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Extramarital Romance Rumors Have State Capitol Buzzing… - The Lost Ogle

We’d like to send our congratulations to State Representatives Chris Kannady and Emily Gise! Thanks to multiple tips via the Ogle Mole Network, we’ve learned the lawmakers – a pair of traditional “family values” conservatives who represent neighboring districts on the metro’s southern side – have reportedly fallen in love and are apparently planning to…

Osage News

Anthony Lookout's final gift preserves an Osage family's story - Osage News

Completed with the help of his wife and daughter before his death, "Tilton and Grace Entokah: An Osage Story" reflects the late scholar's lifelong commitment to Osage history, culture and family.

Oklahoma Voice

CoreCivic sells Kansas prison, leaving Leavenworth with oversight and financial questions • Oklahoma Voice

CoreCivic on Wednesday announced the sale of its Leavenworth prison to the federal government, likely negating months of negotiations and a legal battle city officials pursued to ensure the humane treatment of immigrants detained there.

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Films of fear, power, legacy, and family fall into theaters in Sept

OKC’s best indie screens are all set for films examining toxic power structures, family complexities, and the thin lines between enduring legacy and generational trauma

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Ashley Moore: ‘None of our stories started in a vacuum’

Oklahoma Panhandle native Ashley Moore discusses her path from state politics to editing literary fiction in Germany.

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Move Over, Smelter! Stitt’s Taking Things Nuclear! - The Lost Ogle

I hope you’re stocked up on iodine tablets! After spending the past few years wooing aluminum smelters, nickel refineries and other weird projects that sound like the origin story of a future Superfund site, Stitt announced this week that Oklahoma is one of five finalists to host something called a Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus.  It’s…

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Coming Home: Returning to the Red Earth Festival After 30 Years - The Lost Ogle

I first attended the Red Earth Festival in the early 90s, a kid who was unsure of his own Indigenous identity. In my middle and high school years, I was a part of a Native American student group that worked on culturally relevant service projects, created and wrote anti-drug skits, and, of course, fundraised with…

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Lake Hefner set for replenishment from western OK lake

Beginning Thursday, the City of OKC will replenish the struggling Lake Hefner with water from Canton Lake in western OK as drought has taken a toll on both lakes

Osage News

Ida Doyle resigns from Tillman's executive leadership team - Osage News

Ida Doyle, who was announced as part of Principal Chief Joe Tillman’s executive leadership team, has resigned. No reason for her departure was given. Chief Tillman’s office told Osage News […]

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Stakeholders seek 'greater scrutiny' for lagging virtual charter school performance

A May 2026 report by the Oklahoma Center for Education Policy found virtual charter school performance lags behind other education options.

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HD 47 runoff: Kevan Gentry, Toby Thompson tout conservative credentials, business acumen

Candidates Kevan Gentry and Toby Thompson will face off in the HD 47 GOP runoff on Aug. 25, 2026, with the winner facing Indigo Oliver.

Oklahoma Gazette

Mazzei Flip Flops On Debate Promises:  Will not share financial  information - Oklahoma Gazette

The last question of the August 3 GOP Gubernatorial Debate with Gentner Drummond and Mike Mazzei was fairly direct: Should candidates for Governor voluntarily submit tax returns and health information? Gentner Drummond responded first, stating directly that he would submit tax returns, health information and even take a drug test. Mike Mazzei’s response was much […]

Oklahoma Voice

Legal battle over Jewish charter school begins in Oklahoma City federal court • Oklahoma Voice

Another religious charter school aims to open in Oklahoma. It took a step Wednesday down a long road toward the U.S. Supreme Court.

Oklahoma Voice

Oklahoma schools to pilot privately-funded literacy coach program • Oklahoma Voice

About $1.5 million in private donations are being used to train literacy coaches in 10 locations across Oklahoma as part of an effort to improve students’ reading proficiency, officials announced Tuesday.

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'Policy, personality, politics': Mum on loan details, Mike Mazzei touts tax plan, Trump support in GOP runoff

With tax plans and Trump's endorsement Mike Mazzei is favored to win the Oklahoma Republican Party's nomination for governor Aug. 25, 2026.

Oklahoma Voice

Blanche nomination for attorney general advanced by US Senate panel on party-line vote • Oklahoma Voice

U.S. acting Attorney General Todd Blanche was one step closer to permanently leading the Justice Department Tuesday, after two skeptical Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans voted to advance his nomination.

Oklahoma Voice

Public intoxication charge dismissed against Oklahoma secretary of state • Oklahoma Voice

Oklahoma Secretary of State Benjamin Lepak was arrested in August outside of a McDonald's. It was his third alcohol-related arrest.

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'Literally a lifesaver': SWODA driving health outcomes through rural mobility program

A new mileage reimbursement program is increasing rural mobility options for southwest Oklahoma residents facing healthcare access barriers.

Oklahoma Voice

Oklahoma Voice releases voter guide ahead of Aug. 25 runoff election • Oklahoma Voice

Oklahoma Voice released its Aug. 25 primary runoff voter guide Monday to help Oklahomans learn more about two nonpartisan state questions and the partisan candidates who will appear on the ballot.

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Osage Nation financial emergency: Daposka Ahnkodapi school, visitor center, Harvest Land to close

The Osage Nation declared a financial emergency Aug. 4, 2026, as Principal Chief Joe Tillman announced the closure of three tribal facilities.

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Weekend Radar: What to Do in OKC This Weekend - The Lost Ogle

It’s going to be apocalypse-hot this weekend in Oklahoma City. I suspect the best-laid plans may dissolve into air-conditioned surrender, but we’re going to point you to the fun anyway. Here are a few happenings that might be worth bearing the triple-digit price of admission… TailSpin Music Fest ft Husbands + Letters to CleoFri., Aug.…

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Markwayne’s Bodyguard Rejected by Trump… - The Lost Ogle

Well, that didn’t last long! Back in June, we told you about Lance Schroyer – the longtime OHP bodyguard and former member of Markwayne Mullin’s security detail who followed his old buddy to Washington and somehow wound up as Donald Trump’s nominee to run ICE. You know, the normal career trajectory for an Oklahoma bodyguard.…

Osage News

Netflix brings 'Little House' episode screening to Pawhuska with actors and crew members - Osage News

Attendees viewed the episode “A Softer Note in the Sound of the Wind,” which depicts the signing of the 1868 Drum Creek Treaty.

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Urine Trouble: House Continues Investigation into Rep. Danny Williams - The Lost Ogle

Back in July, the Oklahoma political viewing public was treated to a special non-session edition of “Oklahoma Lawmakers Behaving Badly” when the State House announced it launched an investigation into Rep. Danny Williams over “serious allegations” of “improper behavior.” Remember that? Not only were the lawmaker’s legislative assistant privileges revoked, but he was stripped of…

Oklahoma Gazette

City seeks public input on Downtown OKC Strategic Plan - Oklahoma Gazette

Oklahoma City officials are asking residents, business owners and visitors to help shape the future of downtown by participating in a public survey for the Downtown Oklahoma City Strategic Plan. The long-range planning effort will guide future decisions involving Downtown and Bricktown, including land use, transportation, housing, public spaces, infrastructure and private development. City planners […]

Oklahoma Voice

Oklahoma reading law rollout to cross multiple state agencies, administrations • Oklahoma Voice

Two state superintendents and two governors, along with potentially new gubernatorial appointees, will implement pieces of a new reading law.

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TLO's 2026 Back-to-School Guide - The Lost Ogle

A wise man once said, “Back to school. Back to school, to prove to Dad that I’m not a fool.” And on this week, most students around the metro will be doing the same thing. Yes, even though the weather is as hot as it’s been all summer, students will be going back to school…

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Insurance commissioner race: Marty Quinn declines runoff debate invite

Republican insurance commissioner candidate Marty Quinn declined a NonDoc debate invitation ahead of his Aug. 25 runoff against Bob Sullivan.

Osage News

Anthony Lookout's final gift preserves an Osage family's story - Osage News

Completed with the help of his wife and daughter before his death, "Tilton and Grace Entokah: An Osage Story" reflects the late scholar's lifelong commitment to Osage history, culture and family.

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City to vote on sweeping ‘guardrails’ for Flock cameras as OKCPD continues use

When City Council votes on renewing its contract with controversial Flock Safety on August 18th, they'll also be looking to impose sweeping new regulations on the system

Oklahoma Voice

On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, States Newsroom editor remembers the heroes of Flight 93 • Oklahoma Voice

On a rural stretch of land in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, an open meadow filled with bright wildflowers, a memorial grove of trees and a giant boulder marks the spot where United Airlines Flight 93 crashed on Sept. 11, 2001.

Oklahoma Gazette

OKC Philharmonic to Open Armstrong Auditorium's 28th Season - Oklahoma Gazette

The Oklahoma City Philharmonic will open Armstrong Auditorium‘s 28th Performing Arts Series with America the Beautiful: A 250 Celebration on Thursday, Sept. 17, at 7:30 p.m. in Edmond. Led by Music Director Alexander Mickelthwate, the concert commemorates America’s 250th anniversary with a program featuring George Gershwin’s An American in Paris, John Adams’ The Dharma at […]

Oklahoma Voice

Haitian immigrants brace for end of protected status • Oklahoma Voice

Hundreds of thousands of Haitian immigrants could lose their legal status as early as Tuesday, subjecting them to deportation after the U.S. Supreme Court last month allowed the Trump administration to proceed with terminating their humanitarian protections.

Oklahoma Gazette

Previewing Oklahoma's Insurance Commissioner Race - Oklahoma Gazette

Both candidates for Oklahoma insurance commissioner make a similar pitch to voters: Elect me, and you’ll pay less for homeowners insurance. Despite its relatively low cost of living, Oklahoma homeowners pay some of the highest insurance premiums in the country. The industry blames severe weather and litigation costs, but a growing number of elected officials, […]

Osage News

Tillman declares State of Emergency over Executive Branch budget - Osage News

Executive Branch departments submitted nearly $98 million in budget requests despite a $60 million outlay for fiscal year 2027, prompting calls for significant spending cuts.