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Republicans ramp up investigations into Biden’s health, mental state while in office

Friday, May 30 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — Congressional Republicans are ramping up efforts to investigate the Biden administration and what staffers knew about former President Joe Biden’s health and mental decline while he was in office after the announcement that he had been diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer.Scrutiny about Biden’s health and mental state has ramped... Read More.

What is a floodplain? See how state leaders are preparing Oklahomans for floods

Friday, May 30 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -With concerns for flooding rising amid heavy rainfall, Oklahoma leaders are working to make sure residents are prepared for when disaster strikes.The Oklahoma Water Resources Board says one in four Oklahoma homes will flood during a 30-year mortgage, and Gov. Kevin Stitt says he wants to make sure Oklahomans are ready when the... Read More.

Oklahoma income tax cut signed by Gov. Stitt

Thursday, May 29 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY -Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt announced he has signed another income tax cut for Oklahomans Wednesday afternoon.Sitt posted a video on his X account announcing the cut.LATEST FROM OKLAHOMA'S GOVERNOR: Oklahoma Gov. Stitt holds weekly press conference: 4 takeaways"It has been a priority for the Stitt administration to lower taxes for... Read More.

Town Hall Meeting May 29 in Ponca City

Thursday, May 29 by Ponca City Now

EARLY VOTING BEGINS THURSDAY JUNE 5

Thursday, May 29 by Ponca City Now

FOR JUNE 10, 2025 PONCA CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR CITY COMMISSIONER #1 Early voting begins Thursday June 5 for voters in Ponca City Municipality. Voters who cannot make it to the polls on Election Day, have the option of voting early at their County Election Board. Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming said early voting... Read More.

Oklahoma teachers could earn up to $10K in annual stipends

Thursday, May 29 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. -A new law signed by Gov. Kevin Stitt will change how Oklahoma recognizes and rewards high-performing teachers.House Bill 1412, which takes effect on July 1, 2025, introduces a tiered certification system that offers annual stipends instead of permanent pay raises.The program aims to elevate instructional quality while giving local districts flexibility in determining who... Read More.

Leader Munson bill to increase compensation for wrongfully convicted Oklahomans becomes law

Thursday, May 29 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – HB 2235 by House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, was signed into law. The bill increases compensation for wrongfully convicted Oklahomans based on the number of years they were wrongfully incarcerated. “This is a big win and step in the right direction for reforming Oklahoma’s criminal justice system,” Leader Munson said.... Read More.

Governor Signs “Protect Our Kids Act” into Law

Thursday, May 29 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Protect Our Kids Act, authored by Rep. Derrick Hildebrant, R-Catoosa, has been signed into law. The measure is designed to strengthen transparency and accountability in cases involving alleged abuse or sexual misconduct by school employees.The Protect Our Kids Act, House Bill 1075, closes long-standing gaps in how... Read More.

Lifeguards urge water safety as summer season heats up

Thursday, May 29 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -As pools open and schools let out, Robyn Pendleton, who's spent 46 years as a certified lifeguard, says it's time to cool off, but safety has to come first."Water is your friend. It is stronger than you are, so don't fight it learn it," said Pendleton, who now serves as the YMCA's Downtown... Read More.

Foreign criminals prey on innocent Americans in elaborate gift card scam

Thursday, May 29 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — An elaborate scheme that involved foreign criminals preying on innocent Americans has been busted, as part of a months-long investigation.Three Chinese nationals were sentenced in federal court in April for their roles in a sophisticated gift card fraud conspiracy, as top officials warn similar schemes may be underway.Naxin Wu, 26, a... Read More.