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This year’s legislative session did not see the budget fireworks of 2024 or the historic education funding of 2023, but lawmakers still managed to add $25 million into the state funding formula, along with new programs and regulations.

The Oklahoma Department of Corrections plans to purchase the Lawton Correctional Facility and take over operations by July 25.

Oklahoma lawmakers approved a quarter of a percent income tax cut this legislative session, complete with Gov. Kevin Stitt’s signature, and despite some big budgetary questions. Here’s a rundown of what happened to key bills and other legislative initiatives this year.

The utility asked the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC) to approve its request to recover costs from a $730 acquisition of a power plant in Jenks.

Epic Charter Schools, one of Oklahoma’s largest school districts, announced mass layoffs Tuesday, resulting in 357 job losses.

If you rely on NOAA Weather Radio as your primary way to receive weather warnings, you will need to find an alternate method over the next few days.

Most women in the Oklahoma legislature denounced the governor’s veto in a statement.

In the wake of a record number of vetoes by Gov. Kevin Stitt, Oklahoma lawmakers decided they wanted to pass many of their measures without his blessing.

Lawmakers attempted to secure more financial support for Oklahoma foster parents this legislative session. While they weren't successful, other resources are available.

Lawmakers are wrapping up Oklahoma's 60th legislative session this week. From tax cuts to classroom cellphone bans and the end of the board ensuring people are buried properly, 504 bills had been sent to the governor heading into the Memorial Day weekend.