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Oklahoma voters back governing Republicans, block the Freedom Caucus

OKLAHOMA - Senate Pro Tem. Lonnie Paxton and Griffin Media political analyst Scott Mitchell discuss Tuesday’s election and what comes next for the Oklahoma Senate. Lonnie Paxton said the Freedom Caucus attempted to target seven of the candidates running for the Senate, but was unsuccessful. “All seven of them...

Oklahoma · 06-20

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New Mercy digestive health institute aims to change GI care in Oklahoma

In a little over a week, the new Kathryn Ann Meinders Digestive Health Institute will open to patients. Mercy said it's the only comprehensive GI health care center within a 500-mile drive.

Oklahoma · 06-21

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‘I enjoy taking care of people’ Oklahoma’s oldest PA still answers the call to serve

Cleveland, OK - For many patients in Cleveland and surrounding communities, Charles O’Leary is more than a healthcare provider. He’s “Doc.”. After 50 years in medicine, O’Leary is believed to be Oklahoma’s oldest actively practicing physician assistant. At 78 years old, he still works more than 30 hours a week and says he has no plans to retire anytime soon.

Oklahoma · 06-18

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Oklahoma voter block Freedom Caucus, back governing Republicans

Oklahoma · 06-20

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SSM Health St. Anthony first in Oklahoma to perform robotic cardiac surgery

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital has become the first hospital in Oklahoma to perform robotic cardiac surgery, marking a milestone in cardiovascular care in the state. The surgery was successfully performed Wednesday using the hospital’s newest da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system. The hospital said...

Oklahoma City, OK · 06-18

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New federal work requirements could impact 126,000 Oklahomans

126,000 Oklahomans could lose SoonerCare under new federal work requirements. A new federal law will require many adults enrolled in SoonerCare to prove they are working, attending school, or performing community service in order to keep their health insurance coverage — and the Oklahoma Health Care Authority estimates up to 126,000 Oklahomans could be affected.

Oklahoma · 06-09

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AG: Counselor convicted of using deceased Oklahomans information to charge Medicaid

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Two Medicaid providers have been convicted or pleaded guilty in separate cases after investigators said they used Medicaid recipients’ identities to bill for services that were never provided, including claims tied to deceased people and times when one provider was out of the country.

Oklahoma · 06-09

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Energy-hungry aluminum plant is swept up in Oklahoma governor’s race

Oklahoma's attorney general has filed a lawsuit to block the construction of a $4 billion aluminum smelter in Inola, citing concerns about air and water pollution, strain on the regional grid, and the project's foreign ownership. A power-hungry aluminum smelter planned in Oklahoma is facing a new legal challenge that...

Oklahoma · 06-10

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Frederick man says contaminated water overflowed onto property from oilfield tanks

FREDERICK, Okla. (KSWO) - A Frederick man says thousands of gallons of water overflowed from old oilfield tanks onto his property, and state inspectors found hazardous waste labels on those tanks at the city’s water treatment plant. Fernando Marquez and his wife plan to retire on their 20-acre farm...

Frederick, OK · 06-08

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OMRF Breaks Ground on Center for Patient Care, Clinical Studies

The Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation broke ground Wednesday on a center aimed at transforming patient care and chronic-disease research. The three-story building will house the TSET Institute for a Healthier Oklahoma and the David R. Brown, M.D., Advanced Human Imaging Center. It is funded by a $9.9 million Legacy Grant from the Oklahoma Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET) and a major-gift campaign led by a $3.5 million donation from The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation.

Oklahoma · 06-07

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Oklahoma AG files to halt first US aluminum smelter project in 50 years

Oklahoma’s Attorney General Gentner Drummond on Tuesday filed a petition to block an aluminum smelter from being built at the Port of Inola, citing environmental and public nuisance concerns. The complaint, filed in the Rogers County District Court, targets Emirates Global Aluminum and Century Aluminum, which seek to construct...

Oklahoma · 06-05

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Oklahoma AG sues to stop construction of Trump-endorsed aluminum smelter in Inola

OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond on Tuesday filed a lawsuit seeking to prevent the largest aluminum smelter in the country from being built in Inola. The Inola aluminum smelter, dubbed Oklahoma Primary Aluminum, is expected to double the United States’ aluminum production and has been a major priority of President Donald Trump. […]

Inola, OK · 06-02

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Education, health care and taxes: Gubernatorial candidates highlight priorities in Tulsa Press Club forum

Six candidates running for Oklahoma governor took the stage Tuesday evening at The University of Tulsa to highlight their campaign priorities. During the forum hosted by the Tulsa Press Club, the main issues on the table were education, public health, state taxes and economic development. Republican candidates in attendance included...

Tulsa, OK · 06-03

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Oklahoma–Arkansas Chicken Litter Case Continues

Recent events have brought renewed attention to a long-running legal battle between the state of Oklahoma and major poultry companies in Arkansas over environmental concerns and water pollution. The case centers on allegations that poultry waste generated in northwest Arkansas was contributing to water pollution in eastern Oklahoma, particularly in the Illinois River Watershed (IRW).

Oklahoma · 05-29

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From Oklahoma’s First Orphanage to a Leading Children’s Care Facility: The Story of Bethany Children’s Health Center

While some people picture hospitals as sad, dingy and smelling of commercial cleaning supplies, visitors walking through the doors of Bethany Children’s Health Center are met with just the opposite vibe. The foyer is bright and airy, surrounded by color and an overall sense of joy. Those visitors are greeted by the staff’s mission statement, which includes the phrase “we dedicate ourselves to maximizing the potential of every child.” And walking through, it is clear that they are living up to this mission.

Oklahoma · 05-28

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Boil order issued in southeast Oklahoma communities

Two rural communities in southeast Oklahoma are under a boil order after the Department of Environmental Quality found unsafe drinking water. The DEQ issued the order for the Clarita Olney PWS located in Coal County. The Public Water Supply is asked to inform users of its drinking water to use water that has been brought to a full, rolling boil for at least one minute, bottled water, or water from another acceptable source for consumption, use in food preparation, dishwashing and brushing teeth. This order was issued due to E. coli in the drinking water.

Coal County, OK · 05-26

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Chickasaw Nation Health to establish five graduate medical education programs in rural Oklahoma through $6.7 million TSET Legacy Grant

Ada, Okla. – The Chickasaw Foundation has been awarded a $6.7 million Legacy Grant from the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust to fund the establishment of graduate medical education programs at Chickasaw Nation Health, creating 16 new physician training positions in rural Oklahoma. The TSET-funded Graduate Medical Education Programs at...

Oklahoma · 05-27

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Connie Johnson discusses health care, education and criminal justice reform in Oklahoma Governor’s race

Connie Johnson discusses health care, education and criminal justice reform in Oklahoma Governor’s race. With less than three weeks until Oklahoma’s June 16 primary election, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Connie Johnson says her decades of public service and focus on health care, education and criminal justice reform make her the candidate best prepared to lead the state.

Oklahoma · 05-27

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Oklahoma Launches AI Chatbot to Answer Medicaid Questions

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA)’s new AI chatbot is designed to answer eligibility questions from members of Oklahoma Medicaid, SoonerCare — with a goal of getting information to those who need it, well, sooner. Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has touted AI’s potential to reduce human workforce redundancies....

Oklahoma · 05-27

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Medicaid fraud audit cooperation ordered for Oklahoma Attorney General as Gov. Stitt backs federal crackdown and calls separate audit request politically motivated

Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has directed the state Attorney General to cooperate with a federal audit involving Medicaid Fraud Control Units, emphasizing efforts to prevent misuse of taxpayer dollars and strengthen oversight of Medicaid programs. The directive follows a letter referencing an audit initiative associated with the...

Oklahoma · 05-22

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