The Oklahoma Legislature has introduced reforms to improve legislative oversight and accountability, involving the passage of resolutions and reform bills that scrutinize administrative rules and reduce agency autonomy.

Oklahoma's HB1183, signed by the Governor, changes how the car excise tax is calculated, basing it on actual sales price rather than NADA values, effective July 1, 2026.

The Oklahoma Senate passed SB 1027 to reform the state's initiative petition process, introducing geographic and transparency requirements, and it awaits the governor's signature.

Rep. Tedford discusses the rise in Oklahoma's property insurance rates, citing severe weather, economic challenges, and legislative efforts to protect homeowners. He emphasizes the balance between regulation and a healthy insurance market.

Tulsa Parks has announced the opening dates for the 2025 swim season, with water playgrounds and splash pads open from May 24 and pools starting on May 31 through August 9.

Oklahoma City faces a mix of severe storms and sunny days, with varying chances of rain and thunderstorms throughout the week.

A young woman died in an auto-pedestrian accident on I-240 in Oklahoma; a Dodge RAM struck her in the early morning. No charges or cause details are provided yet.

Oklahoma may see severe thunderstorms this week; NWS forecasts a 50% chance of storms today with highs near 83°F and gusty winds. Weather remains unstable with further storm chances ahead.

Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office commemorated Deputy Will Turner, killed in 1895, detailing his fatal confrontation and the sentencing of his assailants.

Police arrested Melvin Bishop after chasing a stolen Amazon delivery truck in southwest Oklahoma City, ending on train tracks with the vehicle disabled.

The NWS predicts erratic weather for Oklahoma City with showers and potential severe thunderstorms through the weekend into next week, with some sunny intervals.

Oklahoma Senate passes a bill that could impose the death penalty or life without parole on child sex offenders, spearheaded by Senator Warren Hamilton.

Oklahoma's SB 658, allowing foster families to refuse children based on sexual orientation or gender identity due to religious beliefs, has been signed into law, criticized for limiting LGBTQ+ youth's foster options.