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  • More Than 30 Oklahoma Agencies Sign Immigration Enforcement Agreements

    More Than 30 Oklahoma Agencies Sign Immigration Enforcement Agreements
    Feb 24 2026
    J.C. Hallman updates the State Farm hail claim saga, Paul Monies details shifts in the state’s $2.2 billion tobacco trust fund, and Ben Fenwick examines the rise of "Operation Guardian" immigration enforcement. Shaun Witt hosts.
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    18 min
  • Federal Health Care Windfall Meets Fiscal Warnings in Oklahoma

    Federal Health Care Windfall Meets Fiscal Warnings in Oklahoma
    Feb 17 2026
    Keaton Ross reported on ongoing technical issues that have prevented municipal voters from accessing campaign finance reports. Paul Monies looked into how one state agency is dealing with the uncertainty over federal funds under the Trump administration and government shutdowns. Elizabeth Caldwell updates us on the case of Stillwater teenager Jesse Butler who was convicted last year on 11 counts related to rape and strangulation. He received a sentence of counseling and community service, which has caused an outcry. Shaun Witt hosts.
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    18 min
  • Gubernatorial Candidates Rely on Personal Money to Launch Campaigns

    Gubernatorial Candidates Rely on Personal Money to Launch Campaigns
    Feb 10 2026
    Jake Ramsey discusses the proposed Senate Bill 1545. Paul Monies has an update on some of the lawsuits still pending stemming from the significant natural gas costs for Oklahoma utility customers following a winter storm in 2021. Keaton Ross talks about how Republican gubernatorial candidates have loaned themselves millions to launch their campaigns ahead of the June 16 primary election. Shaun Witt hosts.
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    15 min
  • Oklahoma Farmers Face Uncertain Future as Comprehensive Farm Bill Splinters

    Oklahoma Farmers Face Uncertain Future as Comprehensive Farm Bill Splinters
    Feb 3 2026
    Stephen Martin provides an overview of recent developments in the Farm Bill and its specific impact on Oklahoma farmers. Jennifer Palmer's latest story digs into the latest school enrollment data for Oklahoma public schools. Ginnie Graham wrote about a projected $18 million deficit at the OU School of Community Medicine in Tulsa and how it is addressing the shortfall. Shaun Witt hosts.
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    17 min
  • How Oklahoma’s Domestic Violence Sentencing Law is Failing in Practice

    How Oklahoma’s Domestic Violence Sentencing Law is Failing in Practice
    Jan 27 2026
    Stephen Martin's latest story was a deep dive into the Survivors' Act and how, a year after it became law, implementation hasn't been what everyone hoped. Paul Monies looked into the large numbers of lawmakers running for higher office and how they are able to keep their leadership positions in the Legislature. J.C. Hallman returns with another story about State Farm, which over the past two months has come under significant scrutiny over bad-faith roof claims. This story is a little different and much more tragic. Ted Streuli hosts.
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    19 min
  • Lawmakers Seek Balance in Oklahoma’s Landlord-Tenant Act

    Lawmakers Seek Balance in Oklahoma’s Landlord-Tenant Act
    Jan 20 2026
    Jake Ramsey detailed several proposed bills in the upcoming legislative session that could provide balance to Oklahoma’s Landlord-Tenant Act. Keaton Ross reported on a dip in parole grant rates when the five-member Pardon and Parole Board is operating at reduced capacity. After reporter J.C. Hallman's latest story focuses on an Edmond family and offers details on State Farm practices across the country. Ted Streuli hosts.
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    20 min
  • Oklahoma Ranks Third for Caregiver Burden as Families Struggle with Eldercare

    Oklahoma Ranks Third for Caregiver Burden as Families Struggle with Eldercare
    Jan 14 2026
    Ben Fenwick examined Oklahoma's high burnout rate among family caregivers. Jennifer Palmer digs into the behind-the-scenes chaos of the financial crisis at Epic Charter School. J.C. Hallman looks at Molly Bullock’s years of reporting on the Arkansas River to examine if Oklahoma is at risk for a catastrophic flood similar to the one that killed 138 people in Texas in July 2025. Ted Streuli hosts.
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    19 min
  • Judge Allows Attorney General to Intervene in State Farm Hail Lawsuit

    Judge Allows Attorney General to Intervene in State Farm Hail Lawsuit
    Jan 8 2026
    Keaton Ross reported on a settled dispute over Oklahoma’s medical parole statute. Paul Monies looked into the Oklahoma State Department of Health and its policy in not sharing measles cases by county. On Dec. 30, Oklahoma County District Court Judge Amy Palumbo issued an important ruling in Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s motion to intervene in cases involving State Farm. J.C. Hallman has been covering the story for weeks now. Ted Streuli Hosts.
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    20 min