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Halfway mark in Oklahoma legislative session: What's moving in the Senate and House?

Halfway mark in Oklahoma legislative session: What's moving in the Senate and House?

Haley Hetrick Oklahoma legislative session midway mark approaches with late-night deliberations expected. Learn about the critical bills being reviewed and how they impact you.

The Hot Seat: Native American Warrior Project Supports Veterans in Oklahoma

The Hot Seat: Native American Warrior Project Supports Veterans in Oklahoma

News On 6 Pete Reed joined The Hot Seat with News On 6 political analyst Scott Mitchell to discuss how The Native American Warrior Project, part of the Force 50 Foundation, aims to honor Native veterans' contributions while addressing critical issues like healthcare access and suicide prevention.

Bill To Establish Black Wall Street Monument Closer To Becoming Law

Bill To Establish Black Wall Street Monument Closer To Becoming Law

Alex Cameron An effort that many Oklahomans say is long overdue could soon come to fruition: federal legislation making the site of the Tulsa Race Massacre a national monument is a step closer to becoming law.

The Hot Seat: Oklahoma Group Hopes To Boost Voter Turnout With Primary System Reform

The Hot Seat: Oklahoma Group Hopes To Boost Voter Turnout With Primary System Reform

News On 6 Pat McFerron with Yes on 835 joined The Hot Seat with News On 6 political analyst Scott Mitchell to discuss Oklahoma's low voter turnout in the Presidential election and how a reform of Oklahoma's primary system could boost voter turnout.

The Hot Seat: Trump’s Influence On Oklahoma Education; Rumors Of Federal Role For Walters

The Hot Seat: Trump’s Influence On Oklahoma Education; Rumors Of Federal Role For Walters

News On 6 News On 6 Political Analyst Scott Mitchell is joined on The Hot Seat by Haley Weger to break down the intersection of education policy and political ideology in Oklahoma and rumors of State Superintendent Ryan Walters taking a federal role in DC.

State Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments In Case Between Lawmakers, Corporation Commissioner

State Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments In Case Between Lawmakers, Corporation Commissioner

News On 6 The state Supreme Court heard oral arguments Tuesday afternoon in the case against the Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner, accused of drunkenly groping a man at a national conference in the summer.

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Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt Undergoes Surgery For Main Artery Blockage

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt Undergoes Surgery For Main Artery Blockage

News 9 Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt underwent a procedure to repair a "significant blockage" in a main artery on Friday.

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt Undergoes Surgery For Main Artery Blockage

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt Undergoes Surgery For Main Artery Blockage

News 9 Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt underwent a procedure to repair a "significant blockage" in a main artery on Friday.

President Biden Faces Calls To Withdraw From Race As He Hosts NATO Summit, Rallies Democrats

President Biden Faces Calls To Withdraw From Race As He Hosts NATO Summit, Rallies Democrats

Alex Cameron It will be a busy and demanding week for President Biden: he’s hosting a 3-day NATO summit where he will be trying to convince U.S. allies to stay united behind Ukraine; on top of that, and perhaps more importantly, he’ll be trying to convince Democrats on Capitol Hill to stay united behind him.

President Biden Faces Calls To Withdraw From Race As He Hosts NATO Summit, Rallies Democrats

President Biden Faces Calls To Withdraw From Race As He Hosts NATO Summit, Rallies Democrats

Alex Cameron It will be a busy and demanding week for President Biden: he’s hosting a 3-day NATO summit where he will be trying to convince U.S. allies to stay united behind Ukraine; on top of that, and perhaps more importantly, he’ll be trying to convince Democrats on Capitol Hill to stay united behind him.

Greater OKC Chamber Of Commerce Makes Annual Trip To DC For With Congressional Delegation

Greater OKC Chamber Of Commerce Makes Annual Trip To DC For With Congressional Delegation

Alex Cameron Oklahoma City-area business leaders were in the nation's capital last week, meeting with the state's congressional delegation and looking for opportunities to capitalize on federal projects and programs.

Greater OKC Chamber Of Commerce Makes Annual Trip To DC For With Congressional Delegation

Greater OKC Chamber Of Commerce Makes Annual Trip To DC For With Congressional Delegation

Alex Cameron Oklahoma City-area business leaders were in the nation's capital last week, meeting with the state's congressional delegation and looking for opportunities to capitalize on federal projects and programs.

'An Important Package': House Republicans Pass Nearly-$900 Billion NDAA, With Some Amendments

'An Important Package': House Republicans Pass Nearly-$900 Billion NDAA, With Some Amendments

Alex Cameron In a mostly party line vote, House Republicans Friday passed their version of the annual National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA. The nearly $900 billion measure includes standard support for the military, but also some nods to conservative cultural positions that most Democrats wouldn’t support.

'An Important Package': House Republicans Pass Nearly-$900 Billion NDAA, With Some Amendments

'An Important Package': House Republicans Pass Nearly-$900 Billion NDAA, With Some Amendments

Alex Cameron In a mostly party line vote, House Republicans Friday passed their version of the annual National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA. The nearly $900 billion measure includes standard support for the military, but also some nods to conservative cultural positions that most Democrats wouldn’t support.

Governor Stitt One Of 19 Governors Calling For Changes To Federal Energy Policy In Letter To Biden Administration

Governor Stitt One Of 19 Governors Calling For Changes To Federal Energy Policy In Letter To Biden Administration

Haley Hetrick Stitt was one of 19 governors sending a letter to President Biden, laying out concerns with the administration's energy policies and calling for a list of changes.

Governor Stitt One Of 19 Governors Calling For Changes To Federal Energy Policy In Letter To Biden Administration

Governor Stitt One Of 19 Governors Calling For Changes To Federal Energy Policy In Letter To Biden Administration

Haley Hetrick Stitt was one of 19 governors sending a letter to President Biden, laying out concerns with the administration's energy policies and calling for a list of changes.

State Lawmakers Adjourn Sine Die, Ending Second Session Of 59th Legislature

State Lawmakers Adjourn Sine Die, Ending Second Session Of 59th Legislature

News On 6 State lawmakers have officially adjourned Sine Die, marking the end of the second session of the 59th legislature. Governor Kevin Stitt is calling this a successful session and laying out some of the highlights of the last few months.

State Lawmakers Adjourn Sine Die, Ending Second Session Of 59th Legislature

State Lawmakers Adjourn Sine Die, Ending Second Session Of 59th Legislature

News On 6 State lawmakers have officially adjourned Sine Die, marking the end of the second session of the 59th legislature. Governor Kevin Stitt is calling this a successful session and laying out some of the highlights of the last few months.

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State Democrats File Formal Resolution For Superintendent Walters' Possible Impeachment

State Democrats File Formal Resolution For Superintendent Walters' Possible Impeachment

Haley Hetrick House Democrats filed House Resolution 1052 to form a bipartisan committee to investigate the State Superintendent. House Republicans will decide whether or not to put the resolution up for a vote on the House floor.

State Democrats File Formal Resolution For Superintendent Walters' Possible Impeachment

State Democrats File Formal Resolution For Superintendent Walters' Possible Impeachment

Haley Hetrick House Democrats filed House Resolution 1052 to form a bipartisan committee to investigate the State Superintendent. House Republicans will decide whether or not to put the resolution up for a vote on the House floor.

Inequity In College Funding Debated On Oklahoma House Floor Tuesday

Inequity In College Funding Debated On Oklahoma House Floor Tuesday

Haley Hetrick Both the House and the Senate discussed dozens of bills that will fund specific agencies throughout the state. One big topic Tuesday was if state colleges are over funded.

Inequity In College Funding Debated On Oklahoma House Floor Tuesday

Inequity In College Funding Debated On Oklahoma House Floor Tuesday

Haley Hetrick Both the House and the Senate discussed dozens of bills that will fund specific agencies throughout the state. One big topic Tuesday was if state colleges are over funded.

State Budget Discussions Stall Tuesday As Deadline Looms

State Budget Discussions Stall Tuesday As Deadline Looms

Haley Hetrick State lawmakers seemed moments away from a final budget Friday, however no progress has been made since then.

State Budget Discussions Stall Tuesday As Deadline Looms

State Budget Discussions Stall Tuesday As Deadline Looms

Haley Hetrick State lawmakers seemed moments away from a final budget Friday, however no progress has been made since then.

Biden Administration Files Lawsuit Against Okla., Calls Law Unconstitutional

Biden Administration Files Lawsuit Against Okla., Calls Law Unconstitutional

News 9 The Biden administration filed a lawsuit against the state of Oklahoma, calling a new immigration law unconstitutional.

Biden Administration Files Lawsuit Against Okla., Calls Law Unconstitutional

Biden Administration Files Lawsuit Against Okla., Calls Law Unconstitutional

News 9 The Biden administration filed a lawsuit against the state of Oklahoma, calling a new immigration law unconstitutional.

Attorney General Prepared To Fight After Biden Administration Threatens To Sue Oklahoma Over New Law

Attorney General Prepared To Fight After Biden Administration Threatens To Sue Oklahoma Over New Law

Haley Hetrick The federal government gave the attorney general and Gov. Stitt until Monday to agree to refrain from enforcing the immigration law.

Attorney General Prepared To Fight After Biden Administration Threatens To Sue Oklahoma Over New Law

Attorney General Prepared To Fight After Biden Administration Threatens To Sue Oklahoma Over New Law

Haley Hetrick The federal government gave the attorney general and Gov. Stitt until Monday to agree to refrain from enforcing the immigration law.

State Lawmakers Struggle To Agree On Budget, Nearing Legislative Deadline

State Lawmakers Struggle To Agree On Budget, Nearing Legislative Deadline

Haley Hetrick State lawmakers are getting closer to the legislative deadline, where they have to finalize a state budget. Leaders from the Senate and House met for their fourth budget summit today, as they work to negotiate numbers.

State Lawmakers Struggle To Agree On Budget, Nearing Legislative Deadline

State Lawmakers Struggle To Agree On Budget, Nearing Legislative Deadline

Haley Hetrick State lawmakers are getting closer to the legislative deadline, where they have to finalize a state budget. Leaders from the Senate and House met for their fourth budget summit today, as they work to negotiate numbers.

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Woman killed in Tulsa road rage stabbing incident identified, man claims self-defense

Woman killed in Tulsa road rage stabbing incident identified, man claims self-defense

News On 6 Police say Miashah Moses died after being stabbed during a confrontation that began with a road rage incident near Admiral and Garnett.

Woman killed in Tulsa road rage stabbing incident identified, man claims self-defense

Woman killed in Tulsa road rage stabbing incident identified, man claims self-defense

News On 6 Police say Miashah Moses died after being stabbed during a confrontation that began with a road rage incident near Admiral and Garnett.

Cinco de Mayo deals: free queso, cheap margaritas and food specials

Cinco de Mayo deals: free queso, cheap margaritas and food specials

Ashley Jones From free nachos to $5 margaritas, here’s where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo without breaking the bank.

Cinco de Mayo deals: free queso, cheap margaritas and food specials

Cinco de Mayo deals: free queso, cheap margaritas and food specials

Ashley Jones From free nachos to $5 margaritas, here’s where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo without breaking the bank.

Oklahoma fishing guide breaks his own world record with 118-pound bighead carp

Oklahoma fishing guide breaks his own world record with 118-pound bighead carp

Nick McCauley Bryan Baker hauls invasive species from Grand Lake, topping his 2023 mark.

Oklahoma fishing guide breaks his own world record with 118-pound bighead carp

Oklahoma fishing guide breaks his own world record with 118-pound bighead carp

Nick McCauley Bryan Baker hauls invasive species from Grand Lake, topping his 2023 mark.

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Woman killed in Tulsa road rage stabbing incident identified, man claims self-defense

Woman killed in Tulsa road rage stabbing incident identified, man claims self-defense

News On 6 Police say Miashah Moses died after being stabbed during a confrontation that began with a road rage incident near Admiral and Garnett.

Cinco de Mayo deals: free queso, cheap margaritas and food specials

Cinco de Mayo deals: free queso, cheap margaritas and food specials

Ashley Jones From free nachos to $5 margaritas, here’s where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo without breaking the bank.

Oklahoma fishing guide breaks his own world record with 118-pound bighead carp

Oklahoma fishing guide breaks his own world record with 118-pound bighead carp

Nick McCauley Bryan Baker hauls invasive species from Grand Lake, topping his 2023 mark.

Inola teen sinks 30 straight shots to win national title

Inola teen sinks 30 straight shots to win national title

Hannah Sedgwick Inola’s Cooper Thompson hits 30 straight free throws to win the 2025 Elks Hoop Shoot national title and Hall of Fame spot.

Mannford Police Department report phone and internet outage

Mannford Police Department report phone and internet outage

Victor Pozadas Mannford Police Department have announced an outage of their phone and internet lines at this time, and urge people to use (918) 798-5783 for all non-emergency needs.

Tulsa schools mourn students and staff after fatal crash in Kansas on Sunday

Tulsa schools mourn students and staff after fatal crash in Kansas on Sunday

Brooke Cox Four people from Tulsa and Union Public Schools — including two students and a staff member, and a former coach — died in a crash over the weekend in Kansas, according to school officials.

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