Civics
NonDoc journalists report on the civic realm in Oklahoma and beyond. Our site also publishes a variety of commentary pieces about civic matters. As a site category, "Civics" encompasses three subcategories: Education, Health Care and Politics.
During exit, Boren ensured top OU vice presidents got ‘retention incentive’ payments
As part of an agreement for longtime University of Oklahoma President David Boren to retire, the OU Board of Regents authorized Boren's request for...
With accreditation vote looming, Ryan Walters outlines goals for Tulsa Public Schools
In a press conference that ended less than an hour before the start of a Tulsa Public Schools Board meeting Monday evening, State Superintendent...
‘Sad state of affairs’: After altercation, Muscogee Nation charges Okmulgee County jailer
OKMULGEE — The Muscogee Nation Attorney General's Office has charged an Okmulgee County Jail officer for felony battery against a law enforcement official after...
Edmond surveillance: License plate readers, alleged EPS camera access draw privacy concerns
The Edmond Police Department joined about 40 law enforcement agencies across the state when it contracted with Flock Safety in March 2023 to install...
‘It’s embarrassing’: Edmond housing study discussion turns fiery at council meeting
The Edmond City Council received a citywide housing study Monday night, but discussions surrounding the report and potential action to increase affordable housing options...
‘I just want him to stop’: Year-long investigation lingers against Edmond deputy police chief
For more than 12 months, a 33-year veteran of the Edmond Police Department who serves as a deputy chief of police has been under...
Kevin Stitt first governor in nation with COVID-19
In what his detractors may call a dubious "Top-10" distinction, Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has become the first governor in the United States to...
Recreational marijuana initiative petition filed in Oklahoma
(Update: On Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019, multiple media noticed and reported that the recreational marijuana initiative petition discussed below had a status change on...
In Coleman trial, Judge Aletia Timmons gives scathing indictment of judicial peers
A state judge testifying in the removal trial of District Judge Kendra Coleman sharply criticized her fellow Oklahoma County judges today for spreading gossip...
Gov. Kevin Stitt vetoes budget, Legislature overrides
Gov. Kevin Stitt uncapped his veto pen and struck down three bills this afternoon, including one for which he previously had not announced his...
