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.
‘Confusing’ and ‘chilling’: First legislative sessions after Dobbs produce patchwork of laws on abortion
(Editor’s note: This article is part of "America After Roe," an examination of the impact of the reversal of Roe v. Wade on health care,...
‘The next level’: Coalition proposes $1 billion Norman entertainment district
A $1 billion entertainment district could soon replace the sunflower fields between Max Westheimer Airport and Interstate 35 if the stars align for "Team...
Edmond seeks indoor sports complex, unusual lawsuit marks latest delay
For more than a decade, Edmond leaders have sought to construct an indoor sports complex to make the city a more desirable destination for...
‘Crisis pregnancy centers’ gain support, face new regulations
(Editor’s note: This article is part of “America After Roe,” an examination of the impact of the reversal of Roe v. Wade on health care,...
‘How sick is sick enough?’ Abortion bans leave providers, patients questioning when care is OK
(Editor’s note: This article is part of “America After Roe,” an examination of the impact of the reversal of Roe v. Wade on health care,...
Recovery homes provide security, structure for those with substance-use issues
Recovery homes offer a safe and supportive transitional housing arrangement to help individuals with substance-use issues sustain long-term recovery. These homes bridge the gap...
Dusk Monetathchi ousts Steven Woods from Chickasaw Nation Tribal Legislature
The only race that drew a challenger for the Chickasaw Nation's 2023 electoral cycle culminated Tuesday with political newcomer Dusk Monetathchi ousting 20-year incumbent...
Jail site committee passes on free land after opposition
The new Oklahoma County Jail will not be built on a plot of land offered to the county for free by a Norman-based real...
Former Marlow school board member charged with embezzling from Rep. Brad Boles’ company
The former president of a staffing company owned by Oklahoma Rep. Brad Boles was charged Tuesday with six counts of embezzlement related to allegations...
‘Taken advantage of’: 2 houses, 3 pastors and ‘toxic’ allegations for a nonprofit leader
TULSA — When Derricka Blue and her paralyzed grandfather moved into a small house owned by the Tulsa Dream Center in 2020, she thought the...