Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation Director Angela Spurlock Announces Retirement
Lawton, OK – After more than two decades of dedicated service, Angela Spurlock, the director of the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI), has announced her retirement, effective March 1. Spurlock, who has served as the OSBI director since 2022, made the announcement today, bringing…
Representative Marilyn Stark Files Bill for Sales Tax Exemption for Small Nonprofits
LAWTON, Okla. – Representative Marilyn Stark has introduced a bill aimed at offering sales tax exemptions to qualifying nonprofit organizations in Oklahoma. The proposed legislation would apply to nonprofits with annual gross revenues of $3 million or less. However, purchases of alcohol and tobacco would…
Oklahoma Governor Proposes Creation of Independent State Militia
Lawton, OK — Governor Kevin Stitt’s proposal to create a state militia independent from the Oklahoma National Guard is sparking debate among state lawmakers. Major General Thomas Mancino, the commander of the Oklahoma Army and Air National Guard, presented the idea during a Senate panel’s…
Oklahoma Superintendent Files $474 Million Lawsuit Against Federal Officials Over Border Policies
Lawton, OK – Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has filed a $474 million lawsuit against U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas and ICE Deputy Director Peter Flores. The lawsuit, announced today, claims that the Biden administration’s border policies have caused significant financial and operational…
Oklahoma Senator Proposes Bill to Remove Hunting Permits for Feral Hogs
LAWTON, Okla. — Oklahoma Senator Dusty Deevers has introduced a new bill aimed at eliminating the need for permits to hunt feral hogs, a move he believes will help Oklahomans better protect themselves from the damage these invasive animals cause each year. The proposed “Free…
Oklahoma Governor Launches Secure Oklahoma NOW Initiative to Combat Terrorism Threats
Lawton, OK – On January 13, 2025, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed an executive order establishing the Secure Oklahoma NOW (Not on Our Watch) initiative, a comprehensive plan designed to strengthen the state’s defense against terrorism and enhance public safety. The executive order empowers the…
Oklahoma Senate Bill 484 Seeks to Restrict Municipalities’ Role in Addressing Homelessness
Lawton, Okla. — A new bill introduced to the Oklahoma State Senate has raised concerns over the state’s approach to homelessness, as it would limit the ability of smaller municipalities to provide essential services to unhoused individuals. Senate Bill 484, authored by newly elected Senator…
Oklahoma Bill Seeks to Limit Homeless Services in Smaller Cities
Lawton, OK— A controversial new bill introduced in the Oklahoma Senate seeks to ban cities with populations under 300,000 from providing homeless services, including shelters and outreach programs. Senate Bill 484, authored by Senator Lisa Standridge (R-Norman), would apply to all cities in the state…
ODOT Urges Caution as Snowy Weather Hits Oklahoma
Lawton, OK – As snowy conditions affect parts of Oklahoma, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) is reminding drivers to take extra precautions while traveling. The department announced that crews are actively working to treat roadways across the state, with particular attention on the southwest…
Winter Storm to Blanket Oklahoma with Snowfall Thursday into Friday
Lawton, OK – Oklahoma is bracing for a winter storm expected to move across the state from Thursday into Friday, bringing significant snow and cold temperatures. As the system tracks across Oklahoma, residents should prepare for a variety of snow conditions depending on their region….
Oklahoma House Resolution Aims to Increase Transparency in Legislative Process
Lawton, OK – A new resolution proposed by Rep. Tom Gann (R-Inola) seeks to increase transparency and distribute power more evenly within the Oklahoma House of Representatives. Known as House Resolution 1001 (HR-1001), the resolution calls for significant changes to the way the legislative process…
Governor Stitt’s Post-Graduation Plan Proposal Sparks Debate in Oklahoma
Lawton, OK – Governor Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma has caused a stir following recent comments suggesting that high school students should be required to have a post-graduation plan in order to receive their diploma. In an interview with KOKH Fox 25, Stitt proposed that students…