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SNAP recipients targeted as EBT fraud spikes across Oklahoma

by News 9
Oklahoma Human Services is sounding the alarm on a surge in fraud targeting SNAP benefits, as criminals increasingly find ways to steal funds from EBT cards.Since late 2022, state officials have tracked a sharp rise in organized scams, prompting urgent guidance for benefit recipients.Here’s what officials say is happening — and what you can... Read More.

Temporary closures at recreation areas impacting Kansas and Oklahoma: What you need to know

by News 6
TULSA, Okla. -The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Tulsa District, has announced a temporary closure and reduction of services at various recreation areas across Kansas and Oklahoma for the 2025 season. They say that this decision is a response to staffing shortages that hinder facility maintenance. Affected Areas and Refund Information Specific Parks Facing Closures While impacts... Read More.
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Heartland Flyer: Oklahoma Transportation Commission to discuss funding for passenger rail service

by News 9
OKLAHOMA CITY -The Oklahoma Transportation Commission will assemble for its monthly meeting on Monday and plan to discuss the status of funding for the Heartland Flyer, the passenger rail line connecting Oklahoma and Texas.In April, the Texas state legislature cut funding for the Texas Department of Transportation's role in operating the Heartland Flyer, jeopardizing the... Read More.
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Impact Oklahoma set to distribute major grants to Oklahoma nonprofits

by News 9
OKLAHOMA CITY -Impact Oklahoma, a collective giving group made up of women across central Oklahoma, is preparing to award more than $250,000 to local nonprofits during its annual celebration event on May 15 at the Cowboy Hall of Fame.The organization operates by pooling donations from members and distributing large, transformational grants to nonprofit organizations throughout... Read More.

Oklahoma County Detention Center employee fired, arrested for manslaughter

by KOKH
UPDATE: OKLAHOMA CITY, (KOKH) — Debbie Brinkley's charge has been upgraded from willful neglect to perform duty to second-degree manslaughter.Brinkley has now been charged with a criminal felony and has been bonded out of jail on a $15,000 bond. ORIGINAL: An Oklahoma County Detention Center employee has been fired and arrested following the recent death of an inmate.The... Read More.
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