Candidates looking to replace Rep. Mauree Turner say they will continue to push against harmful legislation and advocate and mobilize the LGBTQ+ community.

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Hosted by Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, and members of the Senate Veterans and Military Affairs Committee, the study revealed how existing inequities in Oklahoma related to housing, employment and means of accessing government assistance programs exacerbated the challenges of resettling Afghans when they began arriving in September 2021.

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A business decision made by the Oklahoma Department of Veteran’s Affairs to close the Talihina Veterans Center means the residents living there are forced to vacate the place they consider home, even after political backlash and a so-called “pause” to the closing operations.

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Homeless youth have less access to shelters and services in rural Oklahoma. Because of challenges identifying and tracking rural homeless youth, the population is often severely underreported.

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In a 7-2 decision, the United States Supreme Court on Thursday affirmed the constitutionality of a federal law meant to keep Indian children with their families and tribes.

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The end to pandemic emergency relief food benefits has created a domino effect — longer pantry lines and limited stock on food bank shelves.

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A car accident impaired Andre Wilson's vision, ability to concentrate and his short-term memory. Now, he advocates for Oklahomans with disabilities.

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Lawmakers promised to clear Oklahoma’s long wait for disability services but a caregiver shortage means families are still waiting.

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The Education Department is considering new rules restricting school library content and requiring school staff to inform parents of major changes to a student’s identity at school.  State Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters announced the proposals as one of his first major actions after taking office in January.  Some parents and advocates are concerned [...]

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Customers are directing their ire at utilities, lawmakers, the former attorney general and regulators. All those players had a part in passing the burden to customers.

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