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Oklahoma ramps up drone monitoring as state acquires mobile systems to track rogue flights

Friday, December 20 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — On Wednesday, the head of public safety in the state announced a new plan to investigate rogue drone sightings. Department of Public Safety Commissioner Tim Tipton has been tapped by Governor Kevin Stitt to lead the charge... Read More.

Senate approves electronic monitoring expansion for nonviolent offenders

Wednesday, March 3 by Lyman James

OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill that will help more nonviolent offenders qualify for the Electronic Monitoring Program passed out of the Senate unanimously Tuesday. Senate Bill 456’s author, Sen. Bill Coleman, said the measure was needed to correct an oversight in state law that left inmates sentenced between five and ten years unable to participate... Read More.

SouthWind Casino Temporary Closing, Others Closely Monitoring

Wednesday, March 18 by Lyman James

As the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases continues to rise, SouthWind made the announcement on Tuesday that they will have a temporary closure on their locations at Newkirk, Braman and the Kanza. The Kanza Travel Plaza at Braman will remain open.This is in response to follow the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control... Read More.