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fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago
US politics

Republican Oklahoma schools chief to roll out anti-'woke' test for teachers coming in from blue states

US Elections
fromTruthout
4 months ago

New Oklahoma School Curriculum Requires Students to Learn "The Big Lie" of 2020 Presidential Election

Oklahoma's Board of Education enacts new curriculum promoting the idea that the 2020 election involved fraud despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Testing ground for Project 2025': behind Oklahoma's rightwing push to erode the line between church and state

Oklahoma's superintendent Ryan Walters promotes a Christian nationalist agenda in public schools, undermining the separation of church and state.
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago
US politics

Republican Oklahoma schools chief to roll out anti-'woke' test for teachers coming in from blue states

Right-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

New standards for Oklahoma HS students push 2020 election misinformation

Oklahoma high school students will learn about conspiracy theories surrounding the 2020 presidential election as part of new social studies standards.
US Elections
fromTruthout
4 months ago

New Oklahoma School Curriculum Requires Students to Learn "The Big Lie" of 2020 Presidential Election

Oklahoma's Board of Education enacts new curriculum promoting the idea that the 2020 election involved fraud despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Testing ground for Project 2025': behind Oklahoma's rightwing push to erode the line between church and state

Oklahoma's superintendent Ryan Walters promotes a Christian nationalist agenda in public schools, undermining the separation of church and state.
more#education
#murder
more#murder
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

The Strange UK Law That Makes It Illegal To Handle Salmon 'Suspiciously' - Tasting Table

Sharing a hamburger is illegal in Oklahoma, while quirky food laws exist worldwide including regulations on handling fish in the UK.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

If you don't understand Oklahoma, you can't understand America

Oklahoma's public schools only banned the reenactment of land runs as a part of history lessons in 2014, highlighting a delayed acknowledgment of its history.
Miscellaneous
fromOver the Monster
2 weeks ago

Meet The New Guy: Kyson Witherspoon

Kyson Witherspoon, a right-handed starting pitcher from Jacksonville, Florida, was drafted 15th overall and is one of the top pitching prospects.
Boston Red Sox
Real estate
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

12% of Homeowners in Oklahoma Will Face a Hidden Home Equity Tax If They Sell

Oklahoma homeowners face unexpected capital gains taxes as home values rise, affecting financial planning even in times of equity growth.
#death-penalty
more#death-penalty
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Oklahoma parents fight new curriculum on 2020 election 'discrepancies'

Oklahoma's social studies standards face legal challenge over teaching disputed election theories and Bible integration amid accusations of lacking transparency.
fromTelecompetitor
2 months ago
Toronto startup

Metronet to Expand Fiber Network to Tulsa, Oklahoma

Metronet plans to deliver 100% fiber-optic internet in Tulsa, providing multi-gigabit speeds and boosting local digital infrastructure.
#supreme-court
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Supreme Court tie vote dooms taxpayer funded Catholic charter school

The Supreme Court's tie on a Catholic charter school case leaves critical issues unresolved nationally.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Supreme Court blocks creation of religious charter school in Oklahoma

The U.S. Supreme Court blocked Oklahoma's first religious charter school, reinforcing the constitutional separation of church and state.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
3 months ago

Is a faith-based charter school a threat to religious freedom, or a necessity to uphold it? The weighty decision lies with the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is deliberating on Oklahoma's first faith-based charter school, balancing First Amendment rights and public funding implications.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

Oklahoma Is Asking the Supreme Court to Ignore History

The Supreme Court must decide between allowing religious control of schools or honoring the Founding Fathers' vision for secular public education.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Supreme Court tie vote dooms taxpayer funded Catholic charter school

The Supreme Court's tie on a Catholic charter school case leaves critical issues unresolved nationally.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Supreme Court blocks creation of religious charter school in Oklahoma

The U.S. Supreme Court blocked Oklahoma's first religious charter school, reinforcing the constitutional separation of church and state.
SF politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Divided Supreme Court rejects publicly funded religious charter school

The Supreme Court ruled against state funding for religious charter schools, maintaining constitutional separation of church and state.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
3 months ago

Is a faith-based charter school a threat to religious freedom, or a necessity to uphold it? The weighty decision lies with the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is deliberating on Oklahoma's first faith-based charter school, balancing First Amendment rights and public funding implications.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

Oklahoma Is Asking the Supreme Court to Ignore History

The Supreme Court must decide between allowing religious control of schools or honoring the Founding Fathers' vision for secular public education.
more#supreme-court
London food
fromCN Traveller
2 months ago

Actress Lily Gladstone on glitzy London stays, her love for Ireland and packing essentials

Lily Gladstone cherishes local culture and community, exemplified by her favorite independent cinema and coffee shop in Oklahoma.
fromTelecompetitor
2 months ago

Oklahoma Board Advances More Than $53M in Middle-Mile Broadband Grants

The Oklahoma Broadband Governing Board has recommended over $53 million in grants to expand middle-mile broadband, emphasizing the state's commitment to enhancing digital connectivity.
Online Community Development
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Oklahoma education standards say students must identify 2020 election 'discrepancies'

Oklahoma's new academic standards mandate teaching false claims about the 2020 election outcomes, pushing a misleading narrative in schools.
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Aggies lead SEC-heavy top 8 in softball tourney

Texas A&M receives the No. 1 seed in the NCAA softball tournament, surpassing Oklahoma, who won the SEC regular-season title.
#frank-lloyd-wright
fromArchitectural Digest
11 months ago
Renovation

Price Tower, Frank Lloyd Wright's Only Skyscraper, Is Getting a New Beginning After Months of Controversy

The Price Tower, Frank Lloyd Wright's only skyscraper, has a new owner and a renewed effort for preservation after years of legal disputes.
LA real estate
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

One of Frank Lloyd Wright's largest private homes can be yours - and it's a stunner that's available for less

Westhope, a private home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, is available for $3.5 million after a significant price reduction.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
11 months ago

Price Tower, Frank Lloyd Wright's Only Skyscraper, Is Getting a New Beginning After Months of Controversy

The Price Tower, Frank Lloyd Wright's only skyscraper, has a new owner and a renewed effort for preservation after years of legal disputes.
LA real estate
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

One of Frank Lloyd Wright's largest private homes can be yours - and it's a stunner that's available for less

Westhope, a private home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, is available for $3.5 million after a significant price reduction.
more#frank-lloyd-wright
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

EXCLUSIVE: Reba McEntire Reveals Her Favorite Item in Her Home-and It's a Touching Nod to Her Oklahoma Childhood

Reba McEntire carries a piece of her Oklahoma ranch home with her, symbolizing her roots in her Nashville life.
#flooding
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

At least two dead as severe weather sweeps US South and Midwest

Severe flooding during Easter weekend resulted in multiple fatalities and extensive warnings across the South and Midwest, particularly in Oklahoma.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

At least two dead as severe weather sweeps US South and Midwest

Severe flooding during Easter weekend resulted in multiple fatalities and extensive warnings across the South and Midwest, particularly in Oklahoma.
more#flooding
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Some Red-State Universities Are Dealing With Baby DOGEs Too

Oklahoma is pushing regional universities to cut costs for efficiency while maintaining affordable education.
fromTheregister
3 months ago

Infosec pro blabs about alleged malware mishap on LinkedIn

Bowie claimed the code used for surveillance was written using PowerShell on a guest computer and routed to a remote host, thus he claims it wasn't a staff machine.
Privacy professionals
fromTelecompetitor
3 months ago

Oklahoma Fiber-Only BEAD Pool Application Window Opens

Oklahoma's BEAD Program supports broadband expansion with multiple funding pools focused on fiber and non-fiber technologies.
Dallas Cowboys
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Sad details emerge around NFL draft bust Justin Blackmon's public intoxication arrest

Justin Blackmon was arrested for public intoxication, showcasing his struggles post-NFL, including issues with alcohol.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Staggering $900K Glass Lake House in Oklahoma Surfs to the Top of the Most Popular Homes List

The house offers a unique see-through design that allows for unrestricted views of the lake, making it a standout property in Grove, Oklahoma.
LA real estate
#severe-weather
more#severe-weather
LA Lakers
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

A roller coaster of a day: The highs and lows of NCAA gymnastics semifinals

LSU, the defending champions, were unexpectedly eliminated from the NCAA gymnastics semifinals, setting the stage for a thrilling finals lineup.
US Elections
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Afghan man living in Oklahoma admits to plotting Election Day ISIS terror attack

An Afghan teenager pleaded guilty to conspiracy involving a planned Election Day attack in Oklahoma.
fromNextgov.com
3 months ago

State-level DOGE work gathers speed

"Oklahomans work hard for their money - DOGE-OK is making sure the government does the same," Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt said.
SF politics
Atlanta Braves
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

Surprise teams, contenders and OU's quest to five-peat: Big questions for the rest of the softball season

The 2025 college softball season is heating up with many storylines, including the competitiveness of top teams like Oklahoma and Texas.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

In Oklahoma, Counting Migrant Students May Have Gone Too Far

In an era of anything-goes politics on the nation's right, the fight in Oklahoma may suggest there is an outer limit to what is acceptable, even for conservatives.
Right-wing politics
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

Chavez, top HS hoops recruit, to join OU women

Aaliyah Chavez, the top high school girls basketball recruit, announced her commitment to Oklahoma, praising their fast-paced style that suits her playing style.
LA Clippers
Bicycling
fromcyclingnews.com
4 months ago

Wildfire emergency that caused The Mid South cancellation sparks shift in gravel racing perspective

Safety and community well-being take precedence over sporting events.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Man dies from injuries after saving his teen son from Oklahoma wildfire

Allen Ferguson, of Chandler, carried his son through a wildfire to safety, sacrificing his life. State rep Jim Shaw stated he would never be forgotten.
SF parents
#wildfires
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Wildfires Fueled by Dry Conditions Quickly Spread Across Texas and Oklahoma

Wildfires in Texas and Oklahoma are exacerbating conditions, leading to evacuations and significant power outages.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Wildfires Fueled by Dry Conditions Quickly Spread Across Texas and Oklahoma

Wildfires in Texas and Oklahoma are exacerbating conditions, leading to evacuations and significant power outages.
more#wildfires
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Ranking the Top States for Gun Shows

The Wanemacher Gun Show in Tulsa, Oklahoma, held on April 5, 2025, is one of the largest gun shows in the U.S., featuring over 4,200 exhibit tables.
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Prep talk: Former Notre Dame standout Ella Parker leads Oklahoma in hitting

Ella Parker is leading her softball team at Oklahoma with impressive stats in her sophomore year.
Law
fromKGOU
5 months ago

Oklahoma lawmaker sues governor over executive order ending remote work

A lawsuit challenges Gov. Stitt's ability to mandate state employees return to in-office work, questioning his authority over employee rights.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

David Boren, an Oklahoma Eminence as Governor and Senator, Dies at 83

David L. Boren, a notable Democratic governor and senator from Oklahoma, passed away at 83, having significantly influenced national intelligence and state reforms.
Poker
fromCardplayer
5 months ago

Oklahoma Legislators Propose Legalized Sports Betting

Oklahoma is moving towards legal sports wagering with three bills advancing in the Senate, pending negotiations with tribes.
US news
fromWashington Post
8 months ago

Officer suspended after body-cam shows him throwing 71-year-old to ground

The violent arrest of Lich Vu raises critical concerns about police accountability and treatment of minority communities.
fromwww.nytimes.com
10 months ago

Week 3's top 10 college football games: Pac-12 ghosts and Friday Night Lights

The weekend features rivalries that might define or expose various college football teams' performance early in the season.
fromEater
11 months ago

Sterlin Harjo's Guide to Dining in Oklahoma

FX's 'Reservation Dogs' showcases Indigenous life in Oklahoma, blending cultural richness and food traditions through its characters.
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