Greater OKC Chamber endorsed pardoned felon Ferlin Kearns in the GOP primary for Oklahoma County assessor, surprising incumbent Larry Stein.

At a Tulsa forum, Cherokee, Muscogee and Osage chiefs warned that data centers, a proposed Medicaid change and federal energy dollars could reshape tribal lands and health services.

A federal magistrate has blocked Henryetta from prosecuting tribal citizens in municipal court, issuing a preliminary injunction that cites treaties and federal law.

A new Oklahoma law requires first responders to alert police after suspected overdoses and treats detectable fentanyl as presumptive in fatal cases. Supporters cite faster probes; critics warn it may chill 911 calls.

Vance AFB held a ceremony for the final T‑1A Jayhawk class as the Air Force shifts advanced pilot instruction into simulators and a new UPT model.

A new state law creates a narrow safety exception that lets Oklahoma’s juvenile‑oversight office notify police when a complainant makes a credible threat. Most complaint details remain confidential.

A new state law will force districts to share teacher disciplinary histories and verify prior employers — a move supporters say prevents problem hires and critics fear could slow hiring amid shortages.

The Oklahoma Senate adopted an amendment to strip a 1990s ‘trigger’ so federal gas‑tax relief can actually lower prices at local pumps.

A new state law makes insurers file proposed rate increases with the Oklahoma Insurance Department before they take effect, giving regulators and the public time to review. The rule becomes effective Nov. 1, 2026.

Gov. Kevin Stitt signed SB 1344, creating a state program to fund domestic biosimilar insulin production and push for lower, more transparent patient prices.

Oklahoma has expanded its Caring for Caregivers tax credit: the 62‑year age floor is gone, income limits rise and medical mileage is now eligible for claims. The changes take effect Nov. 1, 2026.

Hitachi signed a memorandum with Oklahoma and plans about $4M in equipment; NDAA tweaks to direct‑hire authority could help Tinker and McAlester hire faster.

The Oklahoma House voted 86-4 to override Gov. Kevin Stitt's veto of HB 4434, a bill requiring 24-hour notice before the governor leaves the state. The measure now goes to the Senate.