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In The Know: Tribes had nearly $13 billion impact on the state in 2017; Groups push census participation for Hispanic community; FBI has also been looking into Epic

By: Jessica Vazquez
July 19, 2019 // Updated: July 19, 2019
Tribes had nearly $13 billion impact on the state in 2017, study finds. Records show FBI has also been looking into Epic, along with federal education investigators. Groups push census participation for Hispanic community. Charter school funding hurts other schools, local school leaders say. More...

Earlier Editions

In The Know: 1.4 billion opioid pills prescribed in Oklahoma; Oklahoma County seeks to prosecute opioid manufacturers; Lawmaker has questions for State Superintendent

By: Jessica Vazquez
July 18, 2019 // Updated: July 18, 2019
1.4 billion opioid pills prescribed in Oklahoma. In wake of criminal investigation into Epic Charter Schools, lawmaker has questions for State Superintendent. Chris Bernard of Hunger Free Oklahoma: 'Hunger costs Oklahoma $1.4 billion a year'. Joe Dorman: Summer nutrition programs are key to fighting hunger. [More...]

In The Know: ‘Ghost students’ at Epic, State could take steps to curb ‘epidemic’ of missing Native American women, Kiowa Leade

By: Jessica Vazquez
July 17, 2019 // Updated: July 17, 2019
OSBI warrant: 'Ghost students' at Epic. Missing in Oklahoma: State could take steps to curb 'epidemic' of missing Native American women. Kiowa Leader: Find other solutions to increase state revenues. Pain meds as public nuisance? Oklahoma tests a legal strategy for opioid addiction. [More...]

In The Know: Closing arguments in state opioid case, Summer meal program grows, County Jail Trust to hold planning workshop

By: Jessica Vazquez
July 16, 2019 // Updated: July 16, 2019
Attorneys make closing arguments in state case against opioid manufacturer. County Jail Trust to hold planning workshop, decide on end goals and path forward. Summer meal program grows. Insurance recovery doubled in Oklahoma. [More...]

In The Know: Groups take aim at “failure-to-protect” laws, ‘Read or Fail’ Law is fully funded, Underfunded justice system helps drive Oklahoma’s high incarceration rate

By: Jessica Vazquez
July 15, 2019 // Updated: July 15, 2019
Groups take aim at "failure-to-protect" laws. For first time, 'Read or Fail' Law is fully funded. Will it reduce retentions? Report says underfunded justice system helps drive Oklahoma's high incarceration rate [More...]

In The Know: Oklahoma’s largest private prison plagued by gang violence and lockdowns, Stitt inauguration sets spending record, Revenues from state tax hikes exceed expectations

By: Jessica Vazquez
July 12, 2019 // Updated: July 13, 2019
Oklahoma’s largest private prison plagued by gang violence and lockdowns. Stitt inauguration sets spending record. State senator raises new questions about Epic Charter Schools and oversight by Oklahoma State Department of Education. [More...]

In The Know: Majority of claims by sexual assault survivors are denied, Tribes weigh in on debate over gaming fees, OSBI short dozens of field agents

By: Jessica Vazquez
July 11, 2019 // Updated: July 11, 2019
Majority of claims by sexual assault survivors to state crime victim program are denied, data shows. Tribes weigh in on debate over gaming fees. CNBC: Oklahoma one of the worst states for business. Opioids trial: Expert points to nation's rise in chronic pain. [More...]

In The Know: The past and future of OK Policy, Stitt calls for renegotiating tribal gaming compacts, Black families of murder victims more likely to be denied aid

By: Jessica Vazquez
July 10, 2019 // Updated: July 10, 2019
Stitt calls for renegotiating Oklahoma tribal gaming compacts. Uncompensated Loss: Black families of murder victims more likely to be denied aid from state program. Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority announces legislative changes to program. Health department stresses water safety as drowning deaths climb. [More...]

In The Know: Oklahoma tax revenue up $1.4 billion in FY ’19; Opioid trial judge rejects defense’s dismissal motion; There’s an election today in Oklahoma City

By: Jessica Vazquez
July 9, 2019 // Updated: July 9, 2019
Oklahoma tax revenue up $1.4 billion in FY '19. Oklahoma ranked fifth-best state in US to start a business. Oklahoma's quake numbers decline, but likelihood of a damaging earthquake remains high. Oklahoma, city leaders request levee study be expedited. [More...]

In The Know: Stitt outlaws state agency lobbyist hiring; Pardon and Parole Board appoints new executive director; Cigarette sales down 25%, tax revenue up

By: Jessica Vazquez
July 8, 2019 // Updated: July 8, 2019
Stitt outlaws state agency lobbyist hiring with executive order. Pardon and Parole Board appoints new executive director. District Attorneys use twin groups to push criminal justice policies. Cigarette sales down 25% in Oklahoma, tax revenue up. [More...]

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