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Oklahoma measles cases increase to 19, according to health officials

by News 9
OKLAHOMA -The Oklahoma State Department of Health has confirmed 19 cases of measles across the state.In the department's most recent update, OSDH says the number of cases is split into 16 confirmed and 3 probable cases.A probable case means a person has symptoms consistent with the national standard definition of measles, but does not have a... Read More.

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

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.

Rising temperatures increase risk of mosquito-borne illnesses

by News 9
Longer, hotter summers and changing weather patterns are bringing more than just heat. Health officials say they’re also contributing to a rise in mosquito-borne illnesses across the United States.Each year, mosquito-related diseases affect thousands of Americans. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports more than 2,000 cases of West Nile virus annually. Other... Read More.
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Bill to Increase Classroom Funding Passes Subcommittee

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Chad Caldwell, R-Enid, passed legislation in committee that would require state public schools to spend at least 60% of their funding in the classroom. House Bill 1280 passed the House Appropriations & Budget Education Subcommittee, which Caldwell chairs. It now moves to full A&B."This bill prioritizes our kids,... Read More.

Turnpike Rates Increase with New Year

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 OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KFOR) — It’s the first of the month, which means prices on toll roads are officially up! The rates are increasing whether you use a Pike Pass or Plate Pay. “The overall toll increase is 15%,” said Joe Echelle, the OTA Executive Director. The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority said since 1953 the authority has raised its... Read More.
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Oklahoma Lawmakers File Appeal Challenging OG&E Rate Increase And Corporation Commission Audits

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Three Oklahoma state representatives announced Thursday that they have filed an appeal with the Oklahoma Supreme Court, challenging a $127 million rate increase approved by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and raising concerns about alleged ethical violations involving Commissioner Todd Hiett. Reps. Tom Gann, R-Inola; Kevin West, R-Moore; and Rick West, R-Heavener, argued that Hiett should... Read More.

Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Votes To Increase Toll Prices Beginning In 2025; Here’s How It Would Impact You

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The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority has approved a vote to increase tolls beginning on Jan. 1. The increase will help fund the $8 billion ACCESS Oklahoma project, which is a 10-year plan to expand existing turnpikes and build new ones, OTA says. Related: OTA Increases ACCESS Oklahoma Cost Projection By $3 Billion How much are toll prices on... Read More.
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Weekly epidemiology report shows vaccine increase in Kay County

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The Oklahoma State Department of Health released their weekly epidemiology report on Wednesday, November 10. Data shows that throughout the week of November 7-13, 5,507 new COVID-19 cases, 3,521 recoveries and 76 deaths were documented. Since early 2020, 36,808 individuals in the state have been hospitalized due to COVID. CDC COVID Data Tracker lists that... Read More.
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