As opioid crisis surged, state pharmacy board member had the busiest pharmacy in Tulsa County. Doctor traces history of opioid epidemics, explains how heroin use is increasing. Cigarette sales down 25% in Oklahoma, tax revenue up $133 million. Southeastern Oklahoma school district facing forced consolidation says under-fire Epic Charter Schools offered to come to rescue.
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Signature gathering for Medicaid expansion petition to begin July 31. Cell by Cell: With low starting pay and high turnover, Oklahoma County struggles to fully staff jail. Ninety interim studies approved by Oklahoma House speaker. Oklahoma County commissioner releases statement, supports ICE presence at county jail.
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New records reveal Epic Charter Schools' sponsor was in touch with state auditor for months before scandal. Public demands jail trust remove ICE officers from Oklahoma County Jail. Chickasha Democrat will not seek re-election to Oklahoma Legislature. Oklahoma Attorney General drafting restitution plan for qualified Tate Publishing victims.
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18 counties seen at high risk in state opioid crisis; Governor requests state audit of Epic Charter Schools; school's sponsor already in touch with state auditor; Opinions harden amid Epic investigation; House will study virtual charter schools...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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