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Senator Lankford discusses tax cut impacts, proposed ICE facility, and Greenland plans

Friday, January 23

OKLAHOMA CITY - (KOKH) — Senator James Lankford touched on several topics, from the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act to President Trump's push for Greenland to the new proposed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing center in southwest Oklahoma City, in a presser today. Senator Lankford discussed the impacts of... Read More.

Trump rolls out his Board of Peace at the Davos forum, but many top US allies aren’t participating

Friday, January 23

DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — President Donald Trump on Thursday inaugurated his Board of Peace to lead efforts at maintaining a ceasefire in Israel’s war with Hamas, insisting that “everyone wants to be a part” of the body he said could eventually rival the United Nations... Read More.

Federal agents regain power to crack down on Minneapolis protesters after court ruling

Friday, January 23

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, including one wearing a 'NOT ICE' face covering, walk near their vehicles, Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, in Richfield, Minn. (AP Photo/Adam Gray) WASHINGTON (TNND) — Federal agents deployed to Minneapolis will be able to resume using force and arresting peaceful protesters after a... Read More.

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Lawmakers push to make student cellphone ban permanent in Oklahoma schools

Thursday, January 22

TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — Two Oklahoma lawmakers are working to make a temporary ban on student cellphone use during school hours permanent. Rep. Chad Caldwell and Sen. Ally Seifried have filed bills in the House and Senate, respectively, to extend the current one-year statewide ban. The proposed legislation would require all... Read More.

Oklahoma bill proposes courtroom cameras for transparency and accountability

Thursday, January 22

TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — A new bill, Senate Bill 1386, has been introduced in Oklahoma, proposing the mandatory use of cameras in all public courtrooms across the state. The legislation aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the justice system by requiring audio and video recording of court proceedings, with livestreaming... Read More.

OBI asking for donations amid region-wide blood shortage

Thursday, January 22

TULSA, Okla. - Our Blood Institute says it is in need of people to come and donate blood. It has about a day’s worth of blood but needs enough to cover two to three days. OBI says not as many people are donating right now, so their supply is running low. They... Read More.

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House Republicans push to hold Clintons in contempt of Congress over Epstein probe

Thursday, January 22

Bill and Hillary Clinton(AP) WASHINGTON - House Republicans are starting a push Wednesday to hold former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, opening the prospect of the... Read More.

PCPS Inclement Weather Procedures

Wednesday, January 21

Ponca City Public Schools (PCPS) officials wish to remind students, staff, parents, and patrons of the protocols for school closure notifications due to inclement weather. Notification Timing & Verification In the event of inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, the District will make every effort to announce a school closure by... Read More.

NOC named Tonkawa Chamber ‘Business of the Year’

Wednesday, January 21

Northern Oklahoma College was named Tonkawa Chamber of Commerce “Business of the Year” at the chamber banquet at the Renfro Center Thursday night. President Diana Morris said, “It was incredibly gratifying to see the outstanding work the NOC team does each and every day (and night!) recognized by the Tonkawa... Read More.

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Why a newly-filed bill could expand how Oklahoma teachers use maternity leave

Wednesday, January 21

OKLAHOMA CITY - An Oklahoma state lawmaker has filed a bill to expand paid maternity leave to cover Oklahoma teachers who choose to adopt a child. Current state law only allows full-time teachers and instructors to use six weeks of paid maternity leave for childbirth. However, House... Read More.

Fugate Introduces Bill to Stop Use of Credit Scores in Setting Insurance Rates

Wednesday, January 21

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Andy Fugate, D–Del City, introduced House Bill 4286 to prohibit insurance companies from using a person’s credit history or credit score to determine the rates they pay for insurance. The measure is designed to protect hardworking Oklahomans who are being priced out of basic financial stability... Read More.

Mad Science brings hands-on experiments, STEM learning to Oklahoma schools

Wednesday, January 21

OKLAHOMA CITY - Mad Science partners with schools to offer STEM enrichment programs designed to boost academic achievement while sparking curiosity and creativity. Through interactive experiments and guided activities, students reinforce classroom learning by doing rather than just observing. The programs are typically offered as weekly, one-hour after-school workshops that run... Read More.