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

Thursday, May 29

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... Read More.

Governor Signs “Protect Our Kids Act” into Law

Thursday, May 29

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,... Read More.

Lifeguards urge water safety as summer season heats up

Thursday, May 29

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... Read More.

Foreign criminals prey on innocent Americans in elaborate gift card scam

Thursday, May 29

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... Read More.

Hamilton’s Bill Raising Age of Consent Becomes Law

Wednesday, May 28

OKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Warren Hamilton, R-McCurtain, issued the following statement after House Bill 1003 became law this week.The measure implements additional protections for Oklahoma youth by raising the age of consent from 16 to 18.“Raising the age of consent to 18 is a crucial step in closing dangerous loopholes... Read More.

Ponca City Celebrates Marshallese Constitution Day with Local Community

Wednesday, May 28

This past weekend, Ponca City Development Authority (PCDA) joined city leadership and community partners in a joyful celebration of Marshallese Constitution Day, also known as Jemenei Day, hosted by the local Marshallese community.Observed nationally in the Republic of the Marshall Islands on May 1st, Constitution Day commemorates the independence... Read More.

Phillips 66 Supports Pioneer Tech Foundation with Generous Donation

Wednesday, May 28

Ponca City, OK --- The Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) Foundation recently received a generous donation from Phillips 66’s Ponca City Refinery, continuing a strong community partnership dedicated to supporting education and workforce development in the region. The donation was presented during a check ceremony held last week at Pioneer... Read More.

Senate approves bill to establish national monument honoring Greenwood District

Wednesday, May 28

WASHINGTON -The U.S. Senate has unanimously passed a bill that would designate a national monument in Tulsa’s Historic Greenwood District, the site of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.The Historic Greenwood District—Black Wall Street National Monument Establishment Act now heads to the U.S. House of Representatives for consideration. If passed by the House... Read More.

Woman accused of sharing child sex abuse material arrested by Tulsa County deputies

Wednesday, May 28

TULSA, Okla. -Tulsa County deputies arrested a woman who is accused of sending child abuse material to a man in Texas.The affidavit for Falisha Johnson says the man she met online requested nude photos of children daily.Documents say detectives found more than 3,000 pictures and videos on her phone... Read More.

Supreme Court tie vote dooms taxpayer funded Catholic charter school in Oklahoma

Wednesday, May 28

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday, May 22 effectively ended a publicly funded Catholic charter school in Oklahoma, dividing 4-4.The outcome keeps in place an Oklahoma court decision that invalidated a vote by a state charter school board to approve the St. Isidore of... Read More.