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Could Markwayne Mullin replace Kristi Noem as DHS Secretary?
8+ min ago (396+ words) President Donald Trump is reportedly considering Markwayne Mullin as a potential replacement for Kristi Noem as secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, following tensions over congressional testimony about a federal advertising campaign. According to a report from National Review,…...
Oklahoma State Auditor Cindy Byrd explains OTA investigation findings
2+ hour, 8+ min ago (203+ words) Oklahoma State Auditor Cindy Byrd explains OTA investigation findings'News 9 Oklahoma State Auditor Cindy Byrd explains OTA investigation findings Oklahoma Turnpike Authority investigative audit reveals need for improved transparency and documentation in contractor selection and pricing. State Auditor Cindy Byrd explains…...
Oklahoma repeals rules allowing driver's license change based on sex transition
4+ hour ago (351+ words) Gov. Kevin Stitt repealed administrative rules overseeing Service Oklahoma, which would have allowed Oklahomans to replace their driver's license due to a sex change. Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has repealed state administrative rules allowing people to obtain replacement driver's licenses…...
Oklahoma bills target puppy breeding loophole, rural animal control limits
6+ hour, 21+ min ago (251+ words) For years, animal welfare in Oklahoma has been a tale of two states. In big cities like Tulsa and OKC, there are systems in place. But in the vast rural stretches of the Sooner State, law enforcement often finds its…...
Oklahoma DPS Commissioner testifies on 'non-domiciled CDL issuance"
14+ hour, 16+ min ago (376+ words) Oklahoma DPS Commissioner testifies on "non-domiciled CDL issuance'News 9 Oklahoma DPS Commissioner testifies on "non-domiciled CDL issuance Commissioner Tipton echoes administration concern about "illegal immigrants driving 18-wheelers: "We cant just let anybody be able to drive those trucks." On Wednesday, the…...
Oklahoma families meet lawmakers in D.C. to push for legislation after losing their kids to fentanyl
15+ hour, 4+ min ago (316+ words) Two Oklahoma families traveled to Washington, D.C. this week to push for lifesaving legislation at the federal level. Parents Karla Carlock and Jacob Towe lost their kids to fentanyl overdoses on separate occasions. On Wednesday, they stood alongside U.S. Department of Homeland…...
State audit finds no wrongdoing within OTA; recommends changes be made
16+ hour, 35+ min ago (12+ words) State audit finds no wrongdoing within OTA; recommends changes be made'News 9...
Three legislative initiatives that could move to a vote of the people
18+ hour, 55+ min ago (73+ words) What is an SJR? An SJR in Oklahoma stands for Senate Joint Resolution, a legislative measure passed by the Oklahoma Senate and House to propose amendments to the state constitution or address specific policy issues, often requiring a statewide vote....
U.S. torpedo sinks Iranian warship, Hegseth says
22+ hour ago (575+ words) Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine said Wednesday in a briefing at the Pentagon that the U.S. Central Command is making "steady progress" as the campaign against Iran entered its fifth day, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth…...
From Secret Service to UCO President: Todd Lamb on 9/11, Faith & Life After Politics
1+ day, 17+ min ago (52+ words) From Secret Service to UCO President: Todd Lamb on 9/11, Faith & Life After Politics'News 9 From Secret Service to UCO President: Todd Lamb on 9/11, Faith & Life After Politics From Secret Service to state government to leading UCO, Todd Lamb reflects on service,…...