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Oklahoma Supreme Court reviews law on Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust board member removal
COURTROOM. HE SAID BOARD MEMBERS OVERSEE OKLAHOMA’S TOBACCO SETTLEMENT TRUST. SOME $2 BILLION. THESE BOARD MEMBERS SERVE FOR SEVEN YEAR TERMS AND ARE APPOINTED. BUT A NEW LAW WOULD ALLOW THESE BOARD MEMBERS TO BE REMOVED FROM OFFICE FOR ANY...
Former Norman teacher sues Ryan Walters, Oklahoma State Board of Education members
In 2022, Boismier posted a QR code in her high school English classroom that led to the Brooklyn Public Library's Books Unbanned website, which provides access to frequently banned books, many featuring LGBTQ+ characters or stories dealing with...
Oklahoma high court questions need for TSET legislative changes
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma Supreme Court justices Monday seemed skeptical that state leaders should be able to remove Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust board members before their terms ends. The state’s high court peppered an attorney representing...
Oklahoma City fire stations offer microchip scanning for stray pets
HERE’S A PARTNERSHIP THAT WILL HOPEFULLY LEAD TO MORE PETS BEING RESCUED STARTING THIS MONTH. OKLAHOMA CITY FIRE STATIONS 25 AND 30 WILL HAVE THE MEANS TO SCAN ANIMALS FOR A MICROCHIP TO HELP KEEP THEM OUT OF PET SHELTERS. THIS IS THANKS TO HELP...
Former Penn State wrestlers, commits in action for first weekend of season
The wrestling season is officially underway. Penn State had a trio of future commits compete in the Clarion Open, while three former wrestlers competed in the first weekend of the collegiate season. Here’s who was in action. Commits At 125 pounds,...
Kuol Atak, Oklahoma speed past Saint Francis in second half
Original article can be found here. Kuol Atak scored 18 points — all in the second half — to lead Oklahoma to a season-opening 102-66 win over Saint Francis on Monday in Norman, Okla. The Sooners trailed early in the second half before starting a...
MACU Men’s Soccer Eyes Victory Over Southwestern Christian in Quarterfinals
The No. 3 seed MACU Men's Soccer team is set to compete against crosstown rival No. 6 seed Southwestern Christian in the Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) Quarterfinals. The match is scheduled for a 7 p.m. kickoff at Dill Soccer Field. MACU...
Lainey Wilson announced as first Grandstand act for Illinois State Fair 2026
Jerry F. Costello, II Director | Illinois Department Of AgricultureJerry F. Costello, II Director | Illinois Department Of Agriculture Country music artist Lainey Wilson has been announced as the first Grandstand performer for the 2026 Illinois...
Ardmore native to be inducted in Oklahoma Hall of Fame
ARDMORE, Okla. (KXII) - Dr. Mautra Staley Jones returned to her hometown Monday to share her journey from Ardmore High School graduate to Oklahoma City Community College president. “It’s great to be home. I’m home, so thank y’all for being here,”...
Men’s Soccer Hosts McPherson in KCAC Tournament Quarterfinals
Ottawa Braves men's soccer is set to host McPherson in the KCAC Tournament Quarterfinals after finishing the season strong at 11-1-6, including a recent 4-0 victory against Sterling. The Braves, undefeated in the KCAC with a record of 10-0-3, will...
Oklahoma High School Football All-Classification Rankings: November 3, 2025
Another week of the 2025 Oklahoma high school football season has come and gone, and High School On SI has all of the latest computer rankings for each classification as of November 3, 2025. High School On SI's formula was created using its own...
Best NBA Betting Sites 2025 – Top Sportsbooks & Bonuses
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Bucks center Myles Turner returns to Indiana and is booed in his first game against his...
They started from the moment the public address announcer introduced his pregame video tribute. Each time Turner touched the ball, scored a point or checked into the game, the hurtful crescendo of jeers would restart. “It was disheartening. Man,...
How to watch first College Football Playoff rankings release today
The calendar has flipped from October to November, and that means the first edition of the College Football Playoff rankings is on the way. Only four teams are still undefeated as they approach the final stage of the 2025 regular season: Ohio...
Oklahoma officials hold emergency meeting on SNAP benefit halt
TONIGHT AT SIX. WE WANT TO TAKE YOU LIVE NOW INSIDE A MEETING OF THE OKLAHOMA CONTINGENCY REVIEW BOARD. YOU SEE GOVERNOR KEVIN STITT THERE ON THE LEFT LISTENING TO THAT IS HOUSE SPEAKER KYLE HILBERT SPEAKING. ALSO, LONNIE PAXTON THERE. THE SENATE...
Oklahoma Claims Four National Championships in Proficiency Awards at 2025 National FFA Convention
Proficiency Champion Kyriana Beard at 2025 National FFA At the 2025 National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Oklahoma claimed four National Championships out of the 45 Proficiency Award categories. Agricultural proficiency awards honor FFA members...
Oklahoma parents feel impact of government shutdown as Head Start programs close
WAGONER, Okla. — Parents in Oklahoma who rely on Head Start programs are beginning to feel the impact of the ongoing government shutdown. Last week, Community Action Resource and Development (CARD) sent a letter to families saying their Head Start...
Oklahoma leaders call for special session to figure out how to fund SNAP benefits
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Unsung heroes fuel Kansas in win over Oklahoma State
While many people often give credit to great players like Jalon Daniels, Daniel Hishaw Jr. or Emmanuel Henderson Jr., it was the unexpected heroes that paved the way for Kansas to pick up a much-needed 38-21 victory over the Oklahoma State Cowboys...
Kuol Atak scores 18 in debut to help Oklahoma roll past St. Francis (Pa.)
NORMAN, Okla. — Kuol Atak led with 18 points on 7-of-11 shooting off the bench, three Sooners scored 16 points, and Oklahoma opened its campaign with a 102-66 rout over St. Francis (Pa.) on Monday night. Xzayvier Brown, Nijel Pack, and Mohamed...