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Shift in command: Retired admiral to take over embattled Oklahoma veterans department
The Oklahoma Veterans Commission announced Monday the selection of another retired admiral to head the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs, an agency embroiled in controversy since 2023. Retired Rear Adm. James (Jay) Bynum will assume his duties Aug. 1, succeeding retired Rear Adm. Greg Slavonic, who will be leaving after leading the veterans...
Divisive order showcases Oklahoma's push for more Christian religion in schools
Ryan Walters' directive that Oklahoma public schools should teach from the Bible raised more questions than it answered. After an Oklahoma State Board of Education meeting last week, the state schools superintendent huddled with reporters to give more clarity on his plan. He instead offered very little detail, leaving school administrators, educators, parents,...
Camping Bans Found Constitutional Despite Lack of Shelters
Punishing people experiencing homelessness for sleeping outdoors is not cruel and unusual punishment, even if too few shelter beds are available, the United States Supreme Court said Friday after reviewing City of Grants Pass v. Johnson et al. The much-anticipated decision came after Oklahoma passed a law this year criminalizing...
Young Oklahoman leaves behind a legacy of understanding, joy
If you think of a spokesperson, it’s hard not to hear a voice. After all, it’s right there in the word itself: spoke, the past tense of “to speak.” But every once in a while, there’s someone who becomes a spokesperson without ever saying a word. That was Sam Weyrich. ...
North Louisiana Heat Advisory Extended Through Tuesday
If there's one thing we understand in Louisiana is hot summers. It's not unusual for us to experience temperatures well into the 90's early in the summer. And this summer is no exception. The National Weather Service in Shreveport has extended their Heat Advisory through 8P Tuesday, July 2nd. ...HEAT...
Heat Warnings Continue But Some Relief Possible Soon
The hot and humid conditions are set to continue for the next few days as the prevailing weather pattern will keep afternoon temperatures reaching the mid to high 90s in the east and approaching 100 near and west of Tulsa. Heat index values may range from 105 to 109 in the far eastern areas, and from 110 to 115 around Tulsa.
Health Departments Across Oklahoma Help Businesses Improve Employee Health, Wellness
Health departments across northeast Oklahoma are helping businesses improve the health and wellness of employees. The Oklahoma State Department of Health wants to promote employee health not only to keep more people healthy, but also to help businesses keep their doors open. The CDC launched Work@Health back in 2015 and...
Mayor of Elgin declares water system emergency
ELGIN, Okla. (KSWO) - Elgin Mayor JJ Francais has declared a water system emergency for the city. In a post to Facebook, the mayor says the two changes taking effect are the closing of the splash pad and a limit to watering the grass to even and odd days. The...
Oklahoma becomes a character in a new behind-the-scenes sneak peek of the movie 'Twisters'
A new behind-the-scenes featurette for the summer blockbuster "Twisters" debuted Monday, providing insight into how Oklahoma not only served as the filming location but also became a character in the stormy action movie. "Twisters" stars Golden Globe nominees Daisy Edgar-Jones ("Where the Crawdads Sing," "Normal People") and Glen Powell ("Anyone...
Dozens of new laws take effect July 1
OKLAHOMA CITY – More than 80 laws signed by Gov. Kevin Stitt went into effect on Monday. A law that targets undocumented immigrants in Oklahoma was intended to go into effect on Monday, but has been blocked by a federal court. The law creates a new crime called “impermissible occupation” for willfully entering Oklahoma without […] The post Dozens of new laws take effect July 1 appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
Oklahoma Congressman Josh Brecheen To Host Telephone Town Hall on July 10, at 7 p.m. Central Time
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Josh Brecheen of Coalgate, Oklahoma will hosting a telephone town hall on July 10 at 7 p.m. Central Time. During the call, Congressman Brecheen will provide an update on some of the most pressing policy issues facing our country, including our nearly $35 trillion national debt, and answer live questions from constituents.
Former board alternate sues Oklahoma State Election Board
OKLAHOMA CITY – A former Oklahoma County Election Board alternate is suing the Oklahoma State Election Board after it alleged she made false claims. Jenni White was fired from her alternate position on the Oklahoma County Election Board in February after questioning the absentee ballot counting process. Former member Cheryl Williams was also removed. In […] The post Former board alternate sues Oklahoma State Election Board appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
OU's SEC move decades in the making
🌞 Temperature check: Today's heat could be record-setting with a high of 103, low of 79, according to AccuWeather; a heat advisory is in effect until 9 p.m. 📅 Today in History: In 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the historic Civil Rights Act of 1964 into law in a nationally televised event at the White House. Inheriting the call from former President John F. Kennedy to enact sweeping civil rights reform, the landmark legislation prohibited racial discrimination in public places, businesses, education and employment.
Oklahoma Catholic Native Schools Project seeks boarding school survivors
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops acknowledged the trauma caused by Catholic boarding schools in a 56-page document released last month about Indigenous ministry, stating that “it has played a part in traumas experienced by Native children.”. Data recorded by the organization found that 20% of Indigenous peoples in...
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