One of the most conservative states in the U.S. moves closer to a possible minimum wage hike after the Oklahoma Supreme Court allowed a petition to move forward Monday. The state's high court rejected a challenge from the Oklahoma State Chamber of Commerce and the Farm Bureau Legal Foundation, according to the Oklahoma Voice. State […]

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GREENWOOD Dist.-- Historic Vernon A.M.E. Church will serve as a polling place during Presidential Primary elections on Super Tuesday, March 5, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for residents of Tulsa's Greenwood District. While it's no stranger to hosting town halls and other civic events, the decision marks the first time Vernon A.M.E. has served […]

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In an uncommon display of bipartisan support, Republicans and Democrats alike were present on Tuesday as Governor Kevin Stitt signed the bill that will end the state's portion of the Oklahoma grocery tax. “It’s rare when Democrats and Republicans see eye to eye on policy issues in Oklahoma,” said Gov. Stitt on social media Tuesday […]

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OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. -- Senate Concurrent Resolution 16 was first discussed at the Senate last Thursday. The resolution declares condemnation of Hamas and reaffirms the state of Oklahoma’s support for the state of Israel. On Monday, Feb. 12, the resolution arrived on the House floor, where it was ultimately adopted.  On Thursday, only one Senator, […]

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The drama began when People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) sent a letter to the state. They demanded that the “Ten Vegan Commandments” should be displayed in all Oklahoma classrooms. Their counter proposal is in response to a House Bill introduced by Rep. Jim Olsen that proposes placing the Ten Commandments in classrooms.  […]

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