Looking back at Oklahoma's biggest political headlines and stories from 2024
This was a presidential election year, but some of the biggest headlines regarding politics and politicians were on the local level.
Lawmaker proposes recall elections for state elected officials
Sen. Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, announced that he will be filing legislation to amend the Oklahoma Constitution and allow ...
Firebrand Oklahoma schools chief calls for direct election of superintendents
Oklahoma Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters calls for laws requiring local superintendents to be elected ...
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Rep. Mark Vancuren to join Sims at Tulsa County, trigger another special election
Rep. Mark Vancuren is leaving the Oklahoma House to become the chief deputy to new Tulsa County Commissioner Lonnie Sims in ...
What laws go into effect January 1? Oklahoma introduces 7 new laws
Seven new bills have been signed into law earlier this year and are set to go into effect on January 1, 2025. Here's ...
Gov. Kevin Stitt holding ceremony to certify Oklahoma's presidential election results
Gov. Kevin Stitt is hosting a ceremony to certify the results that President-elect Donald Trump won Oklahoma. >> Get the ...
Three Democrats, one independent, file to run for District 1 Oklahoma County commissioner
The race to replace Carrie Blumert on the Oklahoma County Board of County Commissioners drew two activists, a state ...
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Oklahoma Rep. Introduces Bill to Reclaim Election Costs from Parties Overriding Primary Results
Oklahoma Rep. Molly Jenkins proposes HB 1010 to require parties to reimburse election costs if they replace primary-elected ...
Flash Point: The Healthcare CEO murder, drones, and elections
A lot to unpack in this edition of Flash Point. The team tackles the murder of UnitedHealth Care CEO and how the suspect is being hailed a hero by some. Also on the agenda ...
Oklahoma's small business innovations on the line if ACA subsidies expire, experts say
Fewer entrepreneurs would be willing to take the risk of starting a business without access to affordable health care, ...
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Election, Oklahoma education were top Viewpoints in November
The month of November was dominated by the presidential election and the aftermath. Columnists shared their thoughts on the outcome and what it means for the future. Education in Oklahoma also was ...