Senate Bill 701 aims to expand educational offerings at NSU Broken Arrow, moving through the Education Committee with unanimous support.

Oklahoma's SB 513, aiming to protect religious freedom during emergencies, passed the State Senate's Public Safety Committee. Authored by Sen. Bergstrom, it ensures worship places aren't restricted by emergency measures if they comply with state law.

The Oklahoma Senate Education Committee approved the "Oklahoma National Guard CareerTech Assistance Act," providing tuition aid to Guard members for vocational training.

City of Tulsa addresses winter weather with ongoing street clearing, shelter operations, reorganizing trash pickup, reopening city services, and preparing for potential waterline breaks.

Rep. Williams honored the late David Boren on the House floor, praising his career as a former Oklahoma Governor, U.S. Senator, and University of Oklahoma President.

Oklahoma House passes the REINS Act to increase legislative oversight and require economic impact statements for state agency regulations, particularly for rules costing over $1 million.

The Oklahoma House subcommittee approved a bill mandating at least 60% of school funds be used for classroom spending, with Caldwell citing improved teacher pay and student learning as goals.

Oklahoma's House committee approved a bill to allow retired teachers to return to teaching without a 36-month wait, aiming to bolster the public education system.

Oklahoma Senate Bill 939, which broadens sales opportunities for local producers of homemade goods and farm products, has been approved by the Senate Agriculture and Wildlife Committee.

A semi-truck carrying eggs crashed on an Oklahoma highway, causing minor injuries and reflecting the dangers of winter driving as well as the impact of egg price inflation.

Lawton closes city offices due to winter weather, maintaining essential services and rescheduling court dates and public meetings. Sanitation for Area 2 continues, and utility bills can be paid via a kiosk.

Oklahoma Senate Bill 487 aims to expand driver education to include training for those requiring adaptive vehicles, enhancing mobility and independence for individuals with disabilities.

NWS Oklahoma City issued an Extreme Cold Watch, warning of very low wind chills and risks of frostbite and hypothermia in parts of Oklahoma and Texas.