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Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt Undergoes Surgery For Main Artery Blockage

News 9 Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt underwent a procedure to repair a "significant blockage" in a main artery on Friday.

President Biden Faces Calls To Withdraw From Race As He Hosts NATO Summit, Rallies Democrats

Alex Cameron It will be a busy and demanding week for President Biden: he’s hosting a 3-day NATO summit where he will be trying to convince U.S. allies to stay united behind Ukraine; on top of that, and perhaps more importantly, he’ll be trying to convince Democrats on Capitol Hill to stay united behind him.

Greater OKC Chamber Of Commerce Makes Annual Trip To DC For With Congressional Delegation

Alex Cameron Oklahoma City-area business leaders were in the nation's capital last week, meeting with the state's congressional delegation and looking for opportunities to capitalize on federal projects and programs.

'An Important Package': House Republicans Pass Nearly-$900 Billion NDAA, With Some Amendments

Alex Cameron In a mostly party line vote, House Republicans Friday passed their version of the annual National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA. The nearly $900 billion measure includes standard support for the military, but also some nods to conservative cultural positions that most Democrats wouldn’t support.

Governor Stitt One Of 19 Governors Calling For Changes To Federal Energy Policy In Letter To Biden Administration

Haley Weger Stitt was one of 19 governors sending a letter to President Biden, laying out concerns with the administration's energy policies and calling for a list of changes.

State Lawmakers Adjourn Sine Die, Ending Second Session Of 59th Legislature

News On 6 State lawmakers have officially adjourned Sine Die, marking the end of the second session of the 59th legislature. Governor Kevin Stitt is calling this a successful session and laying out some of the highlights of the last few months.

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State Democrats File Formal Resolution For Superintendent Walters' Possible Impeachment

Haley Weger House Democrats filed House Resolution 1052 to form a bipartisan committee to investigate the State Superintendent. House Republicans will decide whether or not to put the resolution up for a vote on the House floor.

State Democrats File Formal Resolution For Superintendent Walters' Possible Impeachment

Attorney General Prepared To Fight After Biden Administration Threatens To Sue Oklahoma Over New Law

Haley Weger The federal government gave the attorney general and Gov. Stitt until Monday to agree to refrain from enforcing the immigration law.

Attorney General Prepared To Fight After Biden Administration Threatens To Sue Oklahoma Over New Law

Haley Weger The federal government gave the attorney general and Gov. Stitt until Monday to agree to refrain from enforcing the immigration law.

State Lawmakers Struggle To Agree On Budget, Nearing Legislative Deadline

Haley Weger State lawmakers are getting closer to the legislative deadline, where they have to finalize a state budget. Leaders from the Senate and House met for their fourth budget summit today, as they work to negotiate numbers.

State Lawmakers Struggle To Agree On Budget, Nearing Legislative Deadline

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Budget Negotiations Drag On In Oklahoma Capitol

Haley Weger The Oklahoma Capitol is still working out the 2025 budget. There have been budget meetings all day Wednesday as a part of the Senate’s push for transparency.

Budget Negotiations Drag On In Oklahoma Capitol

Haley Weger The Oklahoma Capitol is still working out the 2025 budget. There have been budget meetings all day Wednesday as a part of the Senate’s push for transparency.

Budget Discussion Creates Tension In Oklahoma State Capitol

Haley Weger Similar to years past, it seems to be the governor and House on the same page with budget priorities, while the Senate isn’t agreeing with the other two. Now, the three parties have less than four weeks to find common ground.

Budget Discussion Creates Tension In Oklahoma State Capitol

'It's Going To Cost Oklahomans A Lot Of Money To Fight This': Local Immigration Attorney Reacts To New Immigration Law

Haley Weger Under the new law, anybody caught in Oklahoma illegally will be jailed or fined, and must leave the state in 72 hours. But there's still confusion and concern about the logistics of the new law.

'It's Going To Cost Oklahomans A Lot Of Money To Fight This': Local Immigration Attorney Reacts To New Immigration Law

Public Schools Could See Satanic Temple Chaplains If Oklahoma Bill Passes

Amanda Taylor A controversial bill that would allow chaplains to council children in public schools is now gaining support from the Satanic Temple.

Public Schools Could See Satanic Temple Chaplains If Oklahoma Bill Passes

Amanda Taylor A controversial bill that would allow chaplains to council children in public schools is now gaining support from the Satanic Temple.

'This Is Oklahoma, This Is What We Do:' State Lawmakers Help Oklahomans Impacted By Tornado Outbreak

Haley Weger State lawmakers are surveying the damage and figuring out what they can do on the state level to help Oklahomans impacted by this weekend’s storms. Governor Kevin Stitt issued a state of emergency declaration for 12 counties, and state lawmakers are working to ensure emergency management across the state is fully funded.

'This Is Oklahoma, This Is What We Do:' State Lawmakers Help Oklahomans Impacted By Tornado Outbreak

Bill Aims To Attract & Keep Professional Sports Teams In Oklahoma

Haley Weger It would allow Oklahoma teams in one of the major five sports leagues that have at least $10 million on their payroll to receive up to $10 million back from the state.

Bill Aims To Attract & Keep Professional Sports Teams In Oklahoma

Haley Weger It would allow Oklahoma teams in one of the major five sports leagues that have at least $10 million on their payroll to receive up to $10 million back from the state.

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Over 200 New Laws Go Into Effect Across Oklahoma

Autumn Bracey 240 new laws go into effect across Oklahoma on Friday, ranging from alcohol sales to domestic violence and the Women's Bill of Rights

Over 200 New Laws Go Into Effect Across Oklahoma

Autumn Bracey 240 new laws go into effect across Oklahoma on Friday, ranging from alcohol sales to domestic violence and the Women's Bill of Rights

'There’s No Greater Threat': Investigators Link Guyana Man’s DNA To Four Tulsa County Rape Cases

Kaitlyn Deggs A Guyana man accused of multiple rapes in Tulsa County has been charged after DNA links him to four cases, dating from 2008 to 2019. Joshua DaCosta is in custody without bond.

'There’s No Greater Threat': Investigators Link Guyana Man’s DNA To Four Tulsa County Rape Cases

Kaitlyn Deggs A Guyana man accused of multiple rapes in Tulsa County has been charged after DNA links him to four cases, dating from 2008 to 2019. Joshua DaCosta is in custody without bond.

Tulsa Musician Stuns National Competition With Epic Def Leppard Cover

David Prock Tulsa musician Cade Roberts just rocked a national contest with his epic Def Leppard cover! What's next for him? More music and collaborations are ahead!

Tulsa Musician Stuns National Competition With Epic Def Leppard Cover

David Prock Tulsa musician Cade Roberts just rocked a national contest with his epic Def Leppard cover! What's next for him? More music and collaborations are ahead!

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Over 200 New Laws Go Into Effect Across Oklahoma

Autumn Bracey 240 new laws go into effect across Oklahoma on Friday, ranging from alcohol sales to domestic violence and the Women's Bill of Rights

'There’s No Greater Threat': Investigators Link Guyana Man’s DNA To Four Tulsa County Rape Cases

Kaitlyn Deggs A Guyana man accused of multiple rapes in Tulsa County has been charged after DNA links him to four cases, dating from 2008 to 2019. Joshua DaCosta is in custody without bond.

Tulsa Musician Stuns National Competition With Epic Def Leppard Cover

David Prock Tulsa musician Cade Roberts just rocked a national contest with his epic Def Leppard cover! What's next for him? More music and collaborations are ahead!

Court Appearance For Teen Accused Of Killing Woman During Pursuit

Kristen Weaver A 17-year-old faces first-degree murder charges after a police pursuit led to a fatal crash in Oklahoma. He remains jailed without bond and is set for another court appearance in January.

Oklahoma's Own In Focus: Craig County Zoning Proposition Aims To Restrict Wind Turbine Construction

Erin Conrad Craig County voters will decide on a zoning proposition aimed at limiting wind farm expansions near homes, amid concerns from residents about health, safety, and property rights.

Trick-or-Treat: Halloween Proposal Leaves Couple Screaming With Joy

News On 6 Halloween magic struck in Tulsa as a couple's spooky-themed proposal turned unforgettable! A special ring and a hearse made for the perfect moment!

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Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt Undergoes Surgery For Main Artery Blockage

President Biden Faces Calls To Withdraw From Race As He Hosts NATO Summit, Rallies Democrats

Greater OKC Chamber Of Commerce Makes Annual Trip To DC For With Congressional Delegation

'An Important Package': House Republicans Pass Nearly-$900 Billion NDAA, With Some Amendments

Governor Stitt One Of 19 Governors Calling For Changes To Federal Energy Policy In Letter To Biden Administration

State Lawmakers Adjourn Sine Die, Ending Second Session Of 59th Legislature

State Democrats File Formal Resolution For Superintendent Walters' Possible Impeachment

State Democrats File Formal Resolution For Superintendent Walters' Possible Impeachment

Inequity In College Funding Debated On Oklahoma House Floor Tuesday

Inequity In College Funding Debated On Oklahoma House Floor Tuesday

State Budget Discussions Stall Tuesday As Deadline Looms

State Budget Discussions Stall Tuesday As Deadline Looms

Biden Administration Files Lawsuit Against Okla., Calls Law Unconstitutional

Biden Administration Files Lawsuit Against Okla., Calls Law Unconstitutional

Attorney General Prepared To Fight After Biden Administration Threatens To Sue Oklahoma Over New Law

Attorney General Prepared To Fight After Biden Administration Threatens To Sue Oklahoma Over New Law

State Lawmakers Struggle To Agree On Budget, Nearing Legislative Deadline

State Lawmakers Struggle To Agree On Budget, Nearing Legislative Deadline

Budget Negotiations Drag On In Oklahoma Capitol

Budget Negotiations Drag On In Oklahoma Capitol

Budget Discussion Creates Tension In Oklahoma State Capitol

Budget Discussion Creates Tension In Oklahoma State Capitol

'It's Going To Cost Oklahomans A Lot Of Money To Fight This': Local Immigration Attorney Reacts To New Immigration Law

'It's Going To Cost Oklahomans A Lot Of Money To Fight This': Local Immigration Attorney Reacts To New Immigration Law

Public Schools Could See Satanic Temple Chaplains If Oklahoma Bill Passes

Public Schools Could See Satanic Temple Chaplains If Oklahoma Bill Passes

'This Is Oklahoma, This Is What We Do:' State Lawmakers Help Oklahomans Impacted By Tornado Outbreak

'This Is Oklahoma, This Is What We Do:' State Lawmakers Help Oklahomans Impacted By Tornado Outbreak

Bill Aims To Attract & Keep Professional Sports Teams In Oklahoma

Bill Aims To Attract & Keep Professional Sports Teams In Oklahoma

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Over 200 New Laws Go Into Effect Across Oklahoma

Over 200 New Laws Go Into Effect Across Oklahoma

'There’s No Greater Threat': Investigators Link Guyana Man’s DNA To Four Tulsa County Rape Cases

'There’s No Greater Threat': Investigators Link Guyana Man’s DNA To Four Tulsa County Rape Cases

Tulsa Musician Stuns National Competition With Epic Def Leppard Cover

Tulsa Musician Stuns National Competition With Epic Def Leppard Cover

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Over 200 New Laws Go Into Effect Across Oklahoma

'There’s No Greater Threat': Investigators Link Guyana Man’s DNA To Four Tulsa County Rape Cases

Tulsa Musician Stuns National Competition With Epic Def Leppard Cover

Court Appearance For Teen Accused Of Killing Woman During Pursuit

Oklahoma's Own In Focus: Craig County Zoning Proposition Aims To Restrict Wind Turbine Construction

Trick-or-Treat: Halloween Proposal Leaves Couple Screaming With Joy