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How Oklahoma's zoning laws are contributing to the state's housing crisis
The American dream of owning a home with a fenced-in backyard for 2.5 children and a dog to play in is out of reach for many of Oklahoma’s lowest-income families. Oklahoma needs more than 77,000 affordable units to meet the demand of low- and extremely low-income residents, those Oklahomans who earn as little as 30% of the area median income. ...
Cleveland County Inmate Passes Away Following Medical Emergency at Local Hospital
Thomas Sanchez Pesina, a 58-year-old inmate at the Cleveland County Detention Center (CCDC) in Oklahoma, died after a medical incident. He was pronounced dead at Norman Regional Hospital – Porter Campus at 12:17 p.m. on Saturday, May 4. Earlier that day, he appeared normal while interacting with his cellmate, and routine checks by detention officers showed no issues.
Cleveland County jail inmate dies after 'medical episode' Saturday; second death in weeks
A Cleveland County jail inmate died Saturday after a medical episode, jail officials say. According to a news release, 58-year-old Thomas Sanchez Pesina died at Norman Regional Hospital shortly after noon. ...
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