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House passes bill to fund federal agencies through September, though prospects unclear in Senate

Associated Press The House passed legislation Tuesday to avert a partial government shutdown and fund federal agencies through September, providing critical momentum as the measure now moves to the Senate, where bipartisan support will be needed to get it over the finish line.

Secret Service shoot man carrying gun near White House

CBS News Secret Service personnel shot early Sunday a man who brandished a firearm leading to an "armed confrontation" near the White House, Secret Service said in a statement.

Trump's first address to Congress of second term, Reactions from Okla. lawmakers

Alex Cameron President Donald Trump delivered his first address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday night after taking office for his second term, highlighting what he called significant achievements in his first six weeks.

Starliner commander says politics played no role in crew's extended stay in space

CBS News Starliner commander Barry "Butch" Wilmore said Tuesday he did not think politics played any role in the crew's extended mission, but he did not directly address earlier comments by President Trump and Elon Musk that the crew had been "abandoned" in space by the Biden administration.

Secretary of Transportation visits OKC, rolls out plan to recruit air traffic controllers

Haley Weger Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy took a tour of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Academy at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center. During his time in Oklahoma City, Secretary Duffy met with students and FAA officials, discussing the goals and challenges of air traffic controllers.

Oklahoma Board of Education Approves New Science and Social Studies Standards, Emphasizing Tribal Sovereignty and Civics

Bella Roddy The Oklahoma State Board of Education will meet to review and approve newly revised Science and Social Studies standards. It's also the board's first meeting since Gov. Kevin Stitt replaced three board members earlier this month.

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D.C. Debrief: Oklahoma Delegation navigates budget cuts, Ukraine aid , and White House influence

Alex Cameron Scott Mitchell and Alex Cameron discussed the latest developments in D.C., including budget negotiations, divisions over Ukraine aid, and Sen. Markwayne Mullin’s growing influence with the White House.

D.C. Debrief: Oklahoma Delegation navigates budget cuts, Ukraine aid , and White House influence

Senate confirms RFK Jr. as HHS secretary in 52-48 vote

CBS News The Senate voted 52-48 to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services, solidifying his controversial appointment despite bipartisan concerns over his anti-vaccine stance and policy positions.

Senate confirms RFK Jr. as HHS secretary in 52-48 vote

'Don't think the relationship's good at all:' Gov. Stitt, Supt. Walters clash over Oklahoma State Board of Education shake-up

Chloe Abbott Gov. Kevin Stitt and State Supt. Ryan Walters are speaking for the first time since Stitt replaced half the State Board of Education — without consulting Walters. Stitt cites low test scores; Walters calls it political. The feud now includes Trump's executive order on ICE in schools.

'Don't think the relationship's good at all:' Gov. Stitt, Supt. Walters clash over Oklahoma State Board of Education shake-up

Trump says he and Putin have agreed to begin negotiations on ending war with Ukraine

Associated Press Trump announced negotiations with Putin to end the Ukraine war following a prisoner swap, shifting U.S. policy of including Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in talks with Russia.

Trump says he and Putin have agreed to begin negotiations on ending war with Ukraine

Associated Press Trump announced negotiations with Putin to end the Ukraine war following a prisoner swap, shifting U.S. policy of including Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in talks with Russia.

State Superintendent Ryan Walters reacts to Gov. Stitt's removal of 3 education board members

Katie Alexander A recent decision by Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt to remove three members of the state’s education board has sparked reaction, including from State Superintendent Ryan Walters.

State Superintendent Ryan Walters reacts to Gov. Stitt's removal of 3 education board members

Katie Alexander A recent decision by Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt to remove three members of the state’s education board has sparked reaction, including from State Superintendent Ryan Walters.

President Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico and Canada for 1 month after talks with leaders

CBS News President Trump on Monday paused his plans to implement steep tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada for at least a month after talks with the leaders of both countries, who vowed to step up efforts to combat the flow of drugs and migrants across their borders with the U.S.

President Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico and Canada for 1 month after talks with leaders

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Gov. Stitt weighs deportation of undocumented prison population

Matt McCabe Governor Stitt said families of crime victims deserve justice, but he is balancing justice with reducing the taxpaying burden of incarcerating undocumented people.

Gov. Stitt weighs deportation of undocumented prison population

Matt McCabe Governor Stitt said families of crime victims deserve justice, but he is balancing justice with reducing the taxpaying burden of incarcerating undocumented people.

Oklahoma Board approves rule requiring parents’ citizenship status for school enrollment

Tatum Guinn The Oklahoma State Board of Education unanimously approved a proposed rule requiring parents to disclose their citizenship status when enrolling their children in public schools.

Oklahoma Board approves rule requiring parents’ citizenship status for school enrollment

Tatum Guinn The Oklahoma State Board of Education unanimously approved a proposed rule requiring parents to disclose their citizenship status when enrolling their children in public schools.

What is DeepSeek, and why is it causing Nvidia and other stocks to slump?

CBS News A Chinese artificial intelligence company called DeepSeek is grabbing America's attention — and sending a shock wave through Wall Street — due to its new tech, which some experts say rivals that of OpenAI's ChatGPT.

What is DeepSeek, and why is it causing Nvidia and other stocks to slump?

Trump holding off on tariffs after Colombia agrees to accept deported migrants on military planes, White House says

CBS News President Trump will hold off on imposing steep tariffs on Colombia after the country's government agreed to accept deported migrants being returned on military planes, the White House said Sunday night.

Trump holding off on tariffs after Colombia agrees to accept deported migrants on military planes, White House says

Q&A with Congressman Hern: White House meeting with Trump on GOP agenda, debt ceiling, and border issues

Alex Cameron Alex Cameron sat down for a conversation with Congressman Kevin Hern after he joined GOP leaders at the White House to discuss key priorities, including border security, energy dominance, and addressing the debt ceiling. Hern says the meeting emphasized unity and advancing President Trump's agenda ahead of critical deadlines.

Q&A with Congressman Hern: White House meeting with Trump on GOP agenda, debt ceiling, and border issues

Watch: President Donald Trump's 2025 Inauguration Speech

David Prock Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th president, emphasizing policy changes on immigration, energy, trade, and the federal workforce.

Watch: President Donald Trump's 2025 Inauguration Speech

David Prock Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th president, emphasizing policy changes on immigration, energy, trade, and the federal workforce.

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DC Debrief: Continuing resolution for federal budget signed by Trump

Your Vote Counts: The economy, healthcare, and tax cuts

Graham Dowers As political tensions rise across the country, Oklahoma lawmakers are addressing both state and national concerns, from economic uncertainty to health care reforms and tax cuts.

Your Vote Counts: The economy, healthcare, and tax cuts

Graham Dowers As political tensions rise across the country, Oklahoma lawmakers are addressing both state and national concerns, from economic uncertainty to health care reforms and tax cuts.

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OHP issues alert for missing 13-year-old in Glenpool

Graham Dowers The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has issued an Endangered Missing Advisory for 13-year-old Navaeh Hansen.

DC Debrief: Continuing resolution for federal budget signed by Trump

Your Vote Counts: The economy, healthcare, and tax cuts

Graham Dowers As political tensions rise across the country, Oklahoma lawmakers are addressing both state and national concerns, from economic uncertainty to health care reforms and tax cuts.

Stillwater residents begin cleanup after wildfires

Graham Dowers Communities across Oklahoma are facing widespread destruction after a night of wildfires fueled by violent winds

Oklahoma fire recovery continues in northeastern OK

Carrie Winchel Wildfires in Oklahoma devastated parts of the state Friday, fueled by strong winds. Follow live updates for recovery efforts.

D.C. Debrief: Budget resolution, trade war, and foreign policy challenges

Alex Cameron Political Analyst Scott Mitchell and Washington Bureau Chief Alex Cameron discuss key moments from D.C. this week.

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