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Governor Stitt joins over fifty elected officials, religious and educational organizations in support of religious charter school access before U.S. Supreme Court in landmark case

Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt recently expressed strong support for the Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board and St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Charter School as the case *Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond* heads to the U.S. Supreme Court. The case will address whether a religious charter school, specifically St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School, can receive public funding and be available to all students under the First Amendment. The legal dispute could have far-reaching implications for religious freedom and educational choice across the United States.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19

GMA

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Residents told to 'leave now' as wildfires threaten Oklahoma towns

Winds of up to 75 mph were fanning multiple fast-moving Oklahoma wildfires on Wednesday morning, prompting evacuation orders for towns in the path of the flames, officials said. Firefighters are battling blazes in Logan, Pawnee, Beckham and Roger Mills counties, including one about seven miles northwest of Sweetwater, near the Oklahoma-Texas border, officials said. Residents of Meridian were ordered to evacuate early Wednesday as a fire came within two miles of the Logan County town. Officials rescinded the order after several hours as a cold front developed and raised humidity in the area, officials said. In Roger Mills County,...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19

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Man and woman arrested on multiple felony charges after contraband smuggling operation uncovered at Northeast Oklahoma Community Corrections Center

Oklahoma – An investigation by the Oklahoma Department of Corrections’ Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has resulted in multiple felony charges against two individuals accused of smuggling contraband into the Northeast Oklahoma Community Corrections Center. The case began when the facility’s warden reported a suspected contraband operation...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19

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More Wind And Gorilla Hail Predicted This Weekend In Oklahoma

There's good news and bad news about Oklahoma's next round of severe weather. While tornado risks will be low - as of yet - big hail is the main threat to our next round of storms this weekend. Specifically, as coined by the legendary nader-chasing Reed Timmer, expect gorilla hail...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19

The Oklahoma City Sentinel

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Governor Kevin Stitt, over 50 elected officials, scholars, 'think tanks' and others file briefs in Support of St. Isidore

CityNewsOKC Staff report, adapted from a press release Oklahoma City -- On Tuesday, March 18, Governor Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma announced, in a press release sent to news organizations world-wide, that he "proudly stood with over fifty elected officials, religious organizations, educational institutions, and research organizations in support of the Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board and St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Charter School.” “Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond,” which is set to be heard before the United States Supreme Court, will decide if a religious charter school –- in this case, St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19

NewsTalk 1290

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From Nearly 90 to Below Freezing, Winter Strikes Again Across Oklahoma

Welcome to the intermission between Second Spring and Last Winter across Oklahoma, where the forecasts are for fun and the points don't really matter. Yesterday it was nearly 90° across portions of Oklahoma, albeit a little windy with the cold front that seems to still be blowing this morning. Hopefully you didn't already store away your cold-weather clothes because it's going to be downright frigid overnight and into tomorrow.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19

Mens Journal

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'Hero' Wrestling Coach Dies Saving Son From Oklahoma Wildfires

Oklahoma wrestling coach and father of four Allen Ferguson is being hailed as a "hero" after he died saving his 15-year-old son from the state's deadly wildfires last weekend.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-18

Newsweek

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NASA Image Reveals 'Treacherous Conditions' Over Oklahoma

Over 130 devastating wildfires across Oklahoma have burned around 179,000 acres of the state since Friday.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-18

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State program offers up to $15,000 for septic tank repairs

OKLAHOMA CITY (KSWO) - A new program offered by state agencies may offer help to homeowners fix their septic tanks. These failing systems don’t just cause issues for homeowners, but failing systems near bodies of water can cause issues with water pollution. The Oklahoma Conservation Commission received funding to...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19

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Braum’s: Oklahoma’s great equalizer

Sitting in a Braum’s, my wife and I humbly shared the Big Country Breakfast. I snagged the eggs and hash browns while she savored the biscuit and sausage gravy. As usual, I sat facing the main entrance. Then they came. A work crew piled in, their plumbing truck and...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19

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Dad speaks after charges filed against son’s alleged attackers at Bryan County party

BRYAN COUNTY, Okla. (KXII) - For the first time since charges were filed on Friday, the dad of a Denison teenager attacked at a Bryan County party is speaking out. It’s been over two weeks since 17-year-old Ayden Hulsey was assaulted as he and a friend were trying to leave a party in Bryan County.

Bryan County, OK · 2025-03-18

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Firefighters fear another Megafire outbreak of wildfires

State firefighters are being warned that Oklahoma might see another outbreak of deadly wildfires like it experienced on Friday when fires left at least four persons dead. “Another Wildfire Outbreak is possible and given the approaching dry, cold front, a Megafire (burning <100,000 acres) cannot be ruled out,” stated the Oklahoma Forestry Service in its Tuesday wildfire update.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-18

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Oklahoma bill aims to crack down on distracted driving across the state

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Oklahoma lawmakers are discussing a bill that aims to crack down on distracted driving across the state. The Bill would expand the state’s existing laws on texting while driving adding language that restricts cell phone usage entirely in designated high-risk areas. The bill would let...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-18

Examiner Enterprise

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Health officials warn of measles exposure at multiple Oklahoma businesses

The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) confirmed two probable measles cases Friday, adding to concerns over a growing outbreak in the Southwest. Officials warn that individuals may have been exposed at the following locations in Owasso and Claremore: Kohl's : 12405 E. 96th St. N, Owasso on Feb. 27, between 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Aldi : 9259 N. Owasso Expressway, Owasso on Feb. 27, between 4:20 p.m. and 7 p.m. Walmart Supercenter : 12101 E. 96th St. N, Owasso on Feb. 27, between 5:15 p.m. and 8 p.m. Sam's Club : 12905 E. 96th St. N. Owasso...

Claremore, OK · 2025-03-18

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Another Wind Storm Will Impact Oklahoma Tuesday Evening Into Wednesday

Residents across Oklahoma will want to secure their trampolines and watch out for falling trees Tuesday evening and into Wednesday afternoon as another windstorm is expected to sweep through the state. The upcoming windstorm won't be as strong as the one from March 14, but gusts could reach 70 miles per hour.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-18

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Sulphur Man Charged with Embezzlement

Sulphur man, Wes Hilliard, turned himself into authorities on March 12 after a probable cause affidavit arrest warrant signed by Judge Ryan Honeycutt was issued in his name. The warrant listed the charge as embezzlement. The Murray County Junior Livestock Association (MCJLA) contacted authorities after an internal audit determined money missing from their accounts.

Sulphur, OK · 2025-03-18

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New Matthew McConaughey movie scored by Texoma native

CALERA, Okla. (KXII) - A new movie with a star-studded cast has strong ties to Texoma. News 12 had the pleasure of speaking with the man behind the score about what made this movie so special. Chronicling a honey farmer’s journey with his foster daughter, “The Rivals of Amziah King”...

Calera, OK · 2025-03-18

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Oklahoma County Detention Center inmate found dead

Michelle Young, an inmate at the Oklahoma County Detention Center, was found unresponsive in her cell around 3:50 a.m. on Monday by staff during breakfast service, according to detention center officials. Officials said Officers, EMSA, and Oklahoma City Fire personnel administered NARCAN and CPR, but Young was pronounced dead at...

Oklahoma County, OK · 2025-03-17

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The Storm Names Have Been Revealed as Texas Hurricane Season Gets Closer

(Tyler, Texas) - We are in that weird period between winter and spring in East Texas. We're gonna have days where it feels like winter followed a couple days later by days that feel like spring. Our seasons are very strange. Fall to winter can be the same way around...

Texas · 2025-03-18

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Bird flu detected in 2 backyard Oklahoma flocks

Deadly bird flu has been detected in two backyard flocks in western and central Oklahoma. About 170 birds were culled, according to the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture. The Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza was found in backyard flocks in Woodward and Grady Counties last week. The flocks were mixed species and were made up of chickens, ducks, guineas and one had peafowl.

Woodward County, OK · 2025-03-18

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