Oklahoma Sen. Lankford bIasts Obamacare after GAO findings, says millions of Americans are “forced each year to pay for elective abortion coverage” they do not want or agree with
Oklahoma – “As suspected, we now know that millions of Americans are forced each year to pay for elective abortion coverage that they do not want or agree with,” Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford said after a new federal watchdog report found that hundreds of Affordable…
Oklahoma Gov. Stitt calls out Inola moratorium after city puts massive aluminum project on hold, warns reversal could threaten billions in investment and send a “troubling message” to future job creators
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt is criticizing Inola officials after the town extended a moratorium on development tied to a proposed primary aluminum facility, warning that changing the rules during a multi-year permitting process could undermine confidence among companies considering major investments in the…
Oklahoma troopers head to Ohio to compete against top officers from across the country
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers Byron Pletcher and Summer Smith are preparing to represent the state at the 2nd Annual National Top Trooper Competition in Ohio next week. The competition will be held at the Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy, where Pletcher and Smith…
Oklahoma AG Drummond refuses to back down after court ruling, says those who thought he’d stop fighting were “sorely mistaken” and Oklahoma will win for the sake of future generations
Oklahoma – “If people thought I’d back down from defending local communities against the overreach of special interests and Washington, D.C., then they were sorely mistaken. This fight against the proposed aluminum smelter in Inola is worth having, and we will win for the sake…
Pedestrian struck and killed on westbound I-44 near river bridge by Elwood Avenue, Oklahoma Highway Patrol urges anyone with video to come forward
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is asking for witnesses and video footage following a fatal vehicle-versus-pedestrian collision on westbound I-44 near the river bridge by Elwood Avenue on September 10. The crash occurred between approximately 7 and 8:30 p.m., according to investigators. OHP is…
AG Drummond reacts to court’s decision in connection with his lawsuit over proposed Inola aluminum smelter, says ‘This case belongs in Oklahoma state court under Oklahoma law’
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond applauded a federal court’s decision to return his lawsuit over the proposed Inola aluminum smelter to Rogers County District Court, saying the case belongs in state court and that he will continue fighting the project on behalf of…
Gov. Stitt offers refuge to Jewish families fleeing antisemitism in Canada, says ‘in Oklahoma they can practice their faith freely without fear of violence’
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt reaffirmed Oklahoma’s willingness to welcome Jewish families from Canada amid concerns over rising antisemitism, saying, “You shouldn’t live in fear because of your faith. In Oklahoma, you can practice freely without fear.” Stitt made the comment while sharing a post…
Gov. Stitt takes aim at Texas after Gov. Abbott announces three-year degree plan, says “Oklahoma always a step above Texas” as OU pioneers 90-hour bachelor’s degree
Oklahoma – Gov. Kevin Stitt took aim at Texas while highlighting Oklahoma’s push toward faster college degrees, saying Oklahoma is “always a step above Texas” as the University of Oklahoma moves forward with 90-hour bachelor’s degree programs. “Oklahoma – always a step above Texas!” Stitt…
Oklahoma trooper pulls driver over for following too closely, discovers active pipe bomb, explosive materials, rifle, ammunition and armed driver during search
Oklahoma – A routine traffic stop in Oklahoma led to the discovery of an active pipe bomb, explosive materials and firearms, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. The trooper initially stopped a passenger vehicle for following another vehicle too closely. After speaking with the driver,…
Oklahoma AG Drummond demands Gov. Stitt fire Secretary of State, says footage makes it “clear” he was “thoroughly inebriated” and “very likely lied” to police
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond is calling on Gov. Kevin Stitt to fire Secretary of State Ben Lepak after reviewing body-camera footage from Lepak’s recent public intoxication arrest. “After reviewing footage from law enforcement body cameras, it is clear that Secretary of State…
Oklahoma AG Drummond says “his duty is not to foreign interests attempting to force a harmful project” after asking federal judge to return Inola smelter lawsuit to state court
Lawton, OK – “My duty is to the people of Oklahoma – not to foreign interests attempting to force a harmful project on a peaceful community. That’s why I’m continuing to stand against the proposed aluminum smelter in court, even in the face of incredible…
Oklahoma trooper praised for “going above and beyond” after I-35 crash leaves family stranded in 106-degree heat and tow truck unable to take everyone
Oklahoma – An Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper was praised after helping two German teenagers get out of extreme heat following a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 35 in Logan County. Trooper Konner Dowell, No. 460, was recognized by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol after J. Todd Crosby…
