Oklahoma's House passed a bill to ease licensing for out-of-state social workers, joining the Social Work Licensure Compact to address worker shortages.

Oklahoma House Speaker and Senate President Pro Tem have requested an audit of the Department of Mental Health due to financial discrepancies. They seek a quick review by LOFT and a detailed forensic audit for potential waste or fraud.

The Oklahoma State Senate Committee has unanimously approved a study to explore paid family leave policies, marking a key step toward evaluating potential changes in the state’s approach to supporting families.

Oklahoma House passes bill requiring a second election to resolve tied votes, replacing the current practice of determining winners by chance. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration.

The Oklahoma House passed a bill to allow children of teachers to receive Oklahoma's Promise scholarship, regardless of income, if their parent has 10+ years' experience.

Oklahoma Senate Bill 128, aiming to extend the eviction notice period from five to ten days, advanced with unanimous support from the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Oklahoma Senate Bill 758, aimed at reducing virtual school days, advances through the Senate Education Committee, emphasizing in-person learning except in emergency situations.

The City of Norman is holding its annual Residential Spring Clean-Up, offering residents specific days to dispose of bulky waste, encouraging donations for reusable items, and providing information on prohibited items and alternate disposal options.

Convicted murderer George John Hanson has been transferred to Oklahoma from a federal prison in Louisiana to face his death sentence for a 1999 Tulsa crime.

Layoffs at the Oklahoma National Weather Center and other weather agencies, part of cuts by Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, have sparked concerns amidst tornado season, with potential impacts on weather prediction and public safety.

A semi-truck accident on I-35 in Oklahoma City caused traffic disruption after it hit a stalled vehicle and spilled concrete barriers, without major injuries reported.

Master Sergeant Michael Hanson Jr. was named Kiwanis Club Deputy Sheriff of the Year for 2024, praised for using non-lethal force to save a suicidal veteran during an incident.

Oklahoma moves to restore Second Amendment rights to some nonviolent felons with a bill approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee, pending a full Senate vote.