Three bills introduced by Sen. Hamilton in Oklahoma aim to toughen penalties for child sex abuse, standardize due process for listed law officers, and criminalize deed theft. They've passed Senate committees.

Oklahoma's House passed a bill requiring a second vote in case of election ties, a change sparked by a sheriff's race resolved through drawing lots. The bill aims to prioritize voter decisions over chance.

The Protect Our Kids Act, which aims to improve student safety by mandating schools report teacher misconduct, passed a committee in Oklahoma and moves to the House.

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.

Tulsa offers free rabies vaccines for dogs after a positive rabies case, targeting specific zip codes, with advice to keep pet vaccinations current and safety measures in place.

Senate Bill 1027, aiming to enhance transparency and inclusiveness in Oklahoma's initiative petition process, advances through the Senate Judiciary Committee.

The article provides a detailed weather forecast for Oklahoma City, predicting a sunny day followed by a mix of rain and potential snow, then clear skies and rising temperatures into the mid-70s.

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 City invites Ward 6 residents to learn about the Community Public Safety Advisory Board at an info session on March 26 at the Capitol Hill Library.

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.

Oklahoma Senate Bill 245, aiming to establish a statewide high-dosage tutoring program for K-8 students, passed the Senate Appropriations Committee unanimously.

Lawton city officials enforce ordinances, resulting in the removal of wildlife from Mr. Breaden's residence for violations, with previous notices of property maintenance issues. The city offers Breaden a volunteer role in animal welfare.

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.