Katie Hallum

Under the unofficial Department of Government Efficiency, Bureau of Indian Affairs offices are undergoing sudden and unexpected layoffs and closures across the state. Tribal leaders are taking matters into their own hands to mitigate the impact on their citizens.

The effects of the Trump administration’s efforts to consolidate the federal government are being felt nationwide, including in Oklahoma. That includes efforts to consolidate real estate, layoffs and more.

A newly revealed report from State Auditor and Inspector Cindy Byrd says Tulsa Public Schools had lax internal money oversight, leading to embezzlement, overspending and record-keeping issues.

Oklahoma was home to an estimated 83 Indian boarding schools — the most in the country. These schools were popular in the early 20th century and had a genocidal campaign known under its unofficial slogan, “kill the Indian, save the man.”

Gov. Kevin Stitt’s seventh State of the State address noticeably made little mention of Oklahoma’s tribal nations, unlike in years past.

Gov. Kevin Stitt’s focus on cutting Oklahoma’s state income taxes remains steadfast heading into his seventh legislative session. With a strong taste of Trumpism throughout the legislative, the appetite for Stitt’s tax agenda stands to gain the most traction ever.

Muscogee Nation is suing two Northeast Oklahoma prosecutors, accusing them of violating the precedent set in the McGirt v. Oklahoma case.

Oklahoma’s 60th regular legislative session begins Monday, Feb. 3. And while lawmakers have filed more legislation than ever before, only a relative few will ever become law. Here is a topical breakdown of some key pieces of legislation to look out for.

Oklahoma’s 39 tribal nations play a significant role in state laws, and this year, lawmakers will again hear a variety of bills regarding Indigenous affairs.

In Tahlequah, a living legend works with fabrics as her canvas to tell the story of the Cherokee Nation. Meet the woman who has sewn a legacy spanning over four decades.