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In The Know: Trump taps Markwayne Mullin for Secretary of Homeland Security | Open primaries state question fails to make it on to Oklahoma ballot | Contractors named their own prices on turnpike work, audit finds

By: Dave Hamby
March 6, 2026 // Updated: March 6, 2026
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more More...

Earlier Editions

In The Know: Gov. Stitt declares State of Emergency | Partial shutdown drags into fifth day after Democrats send latest counterproposal to White House | Our history still has something to teach us

By: Kati Malicoate
February 19, 2026 // Updated: February 19, 2026
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Wildfires rage across Oklahoma as conditions worsen | County assessor warns property tax relief plan would devastate schools, counties | OIDS budget request signals new focus on diversion and rural defense

By: Annie Taylor
February 18, 2026 // Updated: February 18, 2026
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Oklahoma will face ‘challenging budget year’ as demand for services grows | What is the SAVE Act? | Election Board issues decision to keep voter data private

By: Dave Hamby
February 17, 2026 // Updated: February 17, 2026
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Two more poultry companies agree to settle Oklahoma pollution lawsuit | Oklahoma ethics board struggling to comply with new law on local campaign finance | Trump reignites longstanding beef with Gov. Stitt

By: Dave Hamby
February 13, 2026 // Updated: February 13, 2026
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Oklahoma set to execute Kendrick Simpson for 2006 OKC double murder | OK Senate leader rejects full repeal of property taxes, open to targeted reforms | There’s little comfort in saying ‘We told you so’

By: Kati Malicoate
February 12, 2026 // Updated: February 12, 2026
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Holt wins re-election in Oklahoma City, Norman City Council sees new faces and incumbents | Oklahoma Becomes ICE Arrest Hub as Federal Policy Drives Enforcement Explosion | ‘Broadening the Tax Base’ is code for an unfair tax system

By: Kati Malicoate
February 11, 2026 // Updated: February 11, 2026
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Oklahomans vote on local elections, bond issues today | State board denies Jewish charter school proposal | #OKLeg passes first bill of 2026 session | Three new bills target rising home insurance costs in Oklahoma

By: Annie Taylor
February 10, 2026 // Updated: February 10, 2026
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Legislative leaders seem aligned on property tax elimination impacts | Oklahomans worried about loss of Medicaid coverage | Congressional Republicans remain silent after Trump shares racist depiction of Obamas

By: Dave Hamby
February 9, 2026 // Updated: February 9, 2026
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Oklahoma legislative leaders worry about FY27 budget shortfall | Protecting revenue of key importance in legislative session | How Oklahoma Is Fixing Attorney Deserts in Child Welfare Cases

By: Dave Hamby
February 6, 2026 // Updated: February 6, 2026
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Gov. Stitt calls for less money than Medicaid agency head says he needs | House lawmakers weigh bills aimed at reducing Oklahoma food assistance fraud | Common good is Oklahoma’s strength

By: Kati Malicoate
February 5, 2026 // Updated: February 5, 2026
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

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