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Fast times at Gallogly U: It’s a university, not a business
FAIRFAX, Virginia — I have a confession to make: I don’t follow Oklahoma politics and events like some of my fellow ex-Okies do. Sure,...
Attorneys donate majority of district judge candidates’ funds
(Editor’s note: This story was authored by Trevor Brown of Oklahoma Watch and appears here in accordance with the non-profit journalism organization’s republishing terms.)
George...
Stitt and Edmondson view Mary Fallin label as insult
When gubernatorial candidates are not raising money for campaign expenses and TV commercials, they visit different communities and recite stump speeches.
Sometimes they appear with...
Data reveal opportunity gaps along demographic lines
In recent years, we have heard plenty of sad news about our home state. We learned in 2016 that life expectancies of poor Oklahomans...
As #oklaed heats up, three seek superintendent seat
In an election year when education has been many people's primary focus, the three candidates for Oklahoma state superintendent of public instruction talked to...
SQ 794: Should OK add Marsy’s Law to its constitution?
Unlike other state questions voters will decide in November, State Question 794, also known as Marsy's Law, is part of a nationwide movement. Each...
Editorial: Gathering Place gun drama epitomizes politics
As the old saying goes, this is why we can't have nice things.
Tulsa's massive, creative and game-changing new park — A Gathering Place —...
U.S. Rep. Steve Russell to debate challenger Kendra Horn
Voters in Oklahoma's 5th Congressional District will have a chance to see incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Steve Russell debate Democratic challenger Kendra Horn at...
As OU’s leadership changed, Jabar Shumate caught in cultural crosshairs
Facing accusations of financial impropriety, OU Vice President for University Community Jabar Shumate resigned July 23 and quickly became a public symbol of change...
SQ 793: Should OK allow optometrists in retail spaces?
If passed, State Question 793 would amend Section 3, Article 20 of the Oklahoma Constitution to allow optometrists and opticians to administer eye examinations...
