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Oklahoma State's Preston Stout named one of 10 finalists for Haskins Award
16+ hour, 59+ min ago (237+ words) The Haskins Foundation announced on Friday that Oklahoma State's Preston Stout is one of 10 finalists for the Fred Haskins Award. The trophy honors the year's outstanding college golfer and the memory of Fred Haskins, a club pro who spent his…...
Oklahoma to receive $27. 4 million to reduce lead in drinking water
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (177+ words) The Environmental Protection Agency announced more than $27 million in funding for Oklahoma to help reduce exposure to lead in drinking water. According to the EPA, Oklahoma will receive $27, 456, 000 through the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund program. Officials said the funding…...
What is the Oklahoma Highway Patrol's Operation Guardian? What has it found in its first year?
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (491+ words) The Oklahoma Highway Patrol says Operation Guardian uncovered hundreds of unqualified commercial drivers and expanded welfare checks on undocumented children with sponsors in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has been doing Operation Guardian for one year now. They identify semi…...
Oklahoma DOC investigating death at Mc Alester prison
2+ day, 17+ hour ago (177+ words) The Oklahoma Department of Corrections says the agency's Office of Inspector General is investigating the death of inmate Justin Howard at Oklahoma State Penitentiary. Oklahoma DOC investigating death at Mc Alester prison The Oklahoma Department of Corrections says the agency's…...
Oklahoma prepares for autonomous commercial trucks on state highways
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (254+ words) Oklahoma is getting set to welcome fully autonomous trucking on its highways, as state officials work with industry leaders to make sure the vehicles roll out safely. Oklahoma officials said fully autonomous commercial motor vehicles could begin appearing on state…...
Bill banning child marriage in Oklahoma becomes law
6+ day, 11+ hour ago (615+ words) Oklahoma joins 16 U. S. states that have outlawed child marriage since 2018. A bill banning child marriage in Oklahoma became law on May 13 without Governor Kevin Stitt's signature. Senate Bill 504, which takes effect November 1, sets the minimum legal age for marriage at 18 with…...
Which firm will manage Oklahoma's investments? Why 311 Capital dropped out of the running
6+ day, 21+ hour ago (438+ words) The firm withdrew after Attorney General Gentner Drummond challenged the contract tied to Oklahoma pension and endowment investments. 311 Capital Management has withdrawn its bid to manage state funds due to an ongoing controversy and threats of a lawsuit from Oklahoma…...
What Oklahoma Voters Should Know About State Question 832 and a Potential $15 Minimum Wage
1+ week, 2+ day ago (657+ words) A state question on the June ballot could potentially raise Oklahoma's minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2029. It's currently $7. 25. The Flyer broke down the ballot language and talked to experts about its potential impact for Oklahomans. For more information on…...
Lt. Col. Dan Rooney withdraws from Oklahoma CD1 congressional race
1+ week, 2+ day ago (288+ words) Lt. Col. Dan Rooney says he is ending his campaign for Oklahoma's 1st Congressional District, saying his military oath and President Donald Trump's endorsement of another candidate made it incompatible for him to continue seeking the seat. Rooney, a lieutenant colonel…...
Oklahoma City holds off Lakers 115-110 in Game 4 to advance in NBA Playoffs
1+ week, 4+ day ago (402+ words) The Oklahoma City Thunder are headed back to the Western Conference Finals after completing a playoff sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night (Tuesday morning?). The Thunder survived a late push from the Lakers and closed out a…...