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Upcoming Forum: The War on Infections
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The resurgence of vaccine-preventable diseases and spread of drug-resistant germs will be the main topics of a public forum in Oklahoma City on May 21.
Then and Now: Brown v. Board’s Legacy in Oklahoma City Schools
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Sixty-five years ago today, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously struck down racial segregation in public schools, setting in motion great currents of change that no one foresaw. Our story, video and images reflect on the impact, then and now, of Brown v. Board of Education on Oklahoma City Public Schools.
Things to Know About New Measles Case, Outbreaks and Vaccination Policies
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The state this week confirmed its first measles case of the year, which occurred as the nation is experiencing its largest number of measles cases in a quarter century. Here are answers to some common questions about the measles outbreaks, the first confirmed Oklahoma case and the state’s vaccination policies.
More Legislators Become Lobbyists
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Five former legislators who left office last year are now lobbying their former colleagues. A revived proposal to require a “cooling-off period” before legislators turn lobbyists is still in limbo.
Donations to Lawmakers Keep Flowing Even As They Vote on Bills
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The fight over Oklahoma’s recently changed liquor distribution laws shows how donors get around a partial fundraising blackout during the legislative session. One donor in the fight, and his wife, have given at least $95,000 since Feb. 6.
As State Government Goes More Digital, Tag Agencies Endure
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Gov. Kevin Stitt has made government modernization a centerpiece of his first year in office. But that vision could falter when applied to one of the state’s long-time service providers: local tag agencies.
Moore Schools Plans to Eliminate Gifted Classes. Is It a Trend?
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Moore Public Schools plans to cancel its weekly class for gifted students and instead focus on a science, technology, engineering, art and math program for all students. Some parents and advocates for gifted students think their children will lose a valuable part of their education.
Public School’s Switch to Charter Allows Epic to Operate Rural District
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When a rural, southeastern Oklahoma school district was struggling and on the verge of closing, Epic Charter Schools stepped in. The deal, which expanded its “blended learning” presence beyond the two metro areas, allowed Epic to have the trappings of traditional public schools and receive a cut of the funds, as well as gain a toehold in rural Oklahoma.
Five Questions Surrounding Criminal Justice Reform Bills
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This year’s criminal justice reform measures include changing bail bonds, making State Question 780 retroactive and giving greater clarity to prosecutors on when to charge drug possession with intent to distribute. Here are five questions surrounding the bills.
Video: ‘Watch-Out’ Forum on Guns in Oklahoma
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Panelists at an “Oklahoma Watch-Out” forum clashed over a wide range of issues related to whether more gun rights or gun restrictions should be passed in Oklahoma. Watch the video.
In Latest Purge, Nearly 90,000 Inactive Voters Removed From Rolls
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State election officials removed nearly 90,000 inactive voters from Oklahoma’s voter rolls earlier this month during its biennial purging of the list.
Two Oklahoma Hospitals Fought Off Deadly Fungal ‘Superbug’
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Two Oklahoma health care facilities are among those in 12 states that treated patients with a potentially lethal multidrug-resistant fungus that is emerging as a serious global public health threat.