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Gov. Stitt Calls Special Election To Fill Okmulgee County Commissioner Vacancy

News On 6 Gov. Kevin Stitt has called a Special Election to fill the District 1 Okmulgee County Commissioner vacancy, scheduled for Feb. 11 and April 1.

Oklahoma Food Leaders Urge Delegation To Address Hunger Crisis With New Farm Bill

Alex Cameron Food security advocates from Oklahoma are pressing lawmakers in Washington to pass a new Farm Bill, citing rising demand for hunger relief services and the critical role the bill plays in combating food insecurity across the state.

New Oklahoma Law Aims To Protect Buyers From Unfair Real Estate Agreements

David Prock A new law took effect at the beginning of the month, which lawmakers say will help protect consumers from unfair real estate agreements. Joy McGill, the State Director of Advocacy for AARP, joined News On 6 to explain the details of this bill.

Hot Seat Extra: Oklahoma Senate Pro Tem Designee Explains Leadership Style

News 9 Be sure to follow Scott Mitchell on his digital platforms at MitchellTalks.

OSDE Seeks $474 Million From Federal Government To Cover Education Costs Of Undocumented Students

News 9 Oklahoma’s State Superintendent Ryan Walters is requesting $474 million from the federal government to cover what he claims are the costs of educating undocumented students in the state.

Oklahoma Group Pushes For Open Primaries To Boost Voter Turnout

News On 6 A group called Oklahoma United is advocating for a state question to change Oklahoma's election process, aiming to increase voter turnout.

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Oklahoma Rep. Kevin Hern To Lead House GOP Policy Committee, Pledging To Revitalize Its Role

News 9 When the next Congress is sworn in on January 3, House Republicans will still have a narrow majority, under leadership that is mostly unchanged. One difference, however, will be at the top of the important House GOP Policy Committee — it will now be chaired by Oklahoma Congressman Kevin Hern.

Oklahoma Rep. Kevin Hern To Lead House GOP Policy Committee, Pledging To Revitalize Its Role

Trump Picks Linda McMahon, Former Wrestling Executive, To Head Department Of Education

CBS News President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday night that he has picked Linda McMahon, the former wrestling executive, to head the Department of Education, an agency he vowed to dismantle during his White House campaign.

Trump Picks Linda McMahon, Former Wrestling Executive, To Head Department Of Education

Trump Taps Dr. Mehmet Oz To Lead Key Medicare And Medicaid Agency

CBS News President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he has selected Dr. Mehmet Oz — a celebrity heart surgeon who hosted a daytime television show — to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Trump Taps Dr. Mehmet Oz To Lead Key Medicare And Medicaid Agency

Key Names In President-Elect Trump’s Cabinet: A Look At His Picks So Far

News 9 Here's a look at who Trump has picked for key cabinet positions so far:

Key Names In President-Elect Trump’s Cabinet: A Look At His Picks So Far

News 9 Here's a look at who Trump has picked for key cabinet positions so far:

Prosecutors Urge Judge To Consider Postponing Trump's Sentencing Until After His Presidency

CBS News President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.

Prosecutors Urge Judge To Consider Postponing Trump's Sentencing Until After His Presidency

CBS News President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.

Lauria And Ashley's Law To Be Refiled In Oklahoma's Next Legislative Session

News On 6 A State Representative has re-filed a bill that would require anyone convicted of accessory to murder to serve at least 85 percent of their sentence.

Lauria And Ashley's Law To Be Refiled In Oklahoma's Next Legislative Session

News On 6 A State Representative has re-filed a bill that would require anyone convicted of accessory to murder to serve at least 85 percent of their sentence.

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Search For Driver Ongoing After Person Fatally Struck By Vehicle In SW Oklahoma City

News 9 One person is dead after they were struck by a vehicle Tuesday morning in Oklahoma City, according to police.

Search For Driver Ongoing After Person Fatally Struck By Vehicle In SW Oklahoma City

News 9 One person is dead after they were struck by a vehicle Tuesday morning in Oklahoma City, according to police.

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Westbound I-40 Reopened After Multi-Vehicle Crash In SE Oklahoma City

News 9 At least seven vehicles were involved in a wreck on Interstate 40 near Interstate 240 in southeast Oklahoma City, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

1 Arrested, 1 Hospitalized After Harrah Shooting

News 9 One person was arrested and another hospitalized after a shooting Wednesday morning in Harrah, police say.

Search For Driver Ongoing After Person Fatally Struck By Vehicle In SW Oklahoma City

News 9 One person is dead after they were struck by a vehicle Tuesday morning in Oklahoma City, according to police.

Multiple Schools Delay Or Cancel Classes, Shift To Online Learning Monday

News 9 Multiple schools have announced a late start for Monday due to potential severe weather.

Informant Reveals Identity Of Possible Suspect In Drive-By Shooting Death Of NE OKC 14-Year-Old

News 9 Police are investigating a northeast Oklahoma City drive-by shooting that killed a 14-year-old.

Dean Blevins: Venables Talks OC Search And OU's Plans For Jackson Arnold

Dean Blevins Sports Director Dean Blevins is sharing his key insights from Brent Venables' weekly presser, including the potential hiring of Dan Mullen as OU's next offensive coordinator and the proactive efforts to secure QB Jackson Arnold's commitment for the 2025 season.

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Congress Faces Key Decisions On Spending Ahead Of December 20 Deadline

Alex Cameron Under the continuing resolution (CR) that was passed in September, government agencies are funded through Dec. 20. That means the current Congress, in which Democrats still control the U.S. Senate, has just over a month to agree on what comes next.

Congress Faces Key Decisions On Spending Ahead Of December 20 Deadline

Russia Warns Of World War After Biden's Decision On Missiles For Ukraine

CBS News President Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to fire U.S.-made and supplied missiles deeper into Russia — a major policy shift announced over the weekend after months of intense lobbying by Kyiv — has drawn a furious response from Moscow.

Russia Warns Of World War After Biden's Decision On Missiles For Ukraine

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma State Senate New Leader, Legislature & Mental Health Lawsuit Settlement

News On 6 News On 6 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts.

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma State Senate New Leader, Legislature & Mental Health Lawsuit Settlement

News On 6 News On 6 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts.

DC Debrief With Scott Mitchell & Alex Cameron: Oklahoma Delegation Gains Influence In New Congress

News On 6 News On 6 Political Analyst Scott Mitchell and Washington Bureau Chief Alex Cameron discuss how the Republicans' control of both chambers of Congress could impact the gubernatorial race in Oklahoma.

DC Debrief With Scott Mitchell & Alex Cameron: Oklahoma Delegation Gains Influence In New Congress

The Hot Seat: Trump’s Influence On Oklahoma Education; Rumors Of Federal Role For Walters

News On 6 News On 6 Political Analyst Scott Mitchell is joined on The Hot Seat by Haley Weger to break down the intersection of education policy and political ideology in Oklahoma and rumors of State Superintendent Ryan Walters taking a federal role in DC.

The Hot Seat: Trump’s Influence On Oklahoma Education; Rumors Of Federal Role For Walters

Oklahoma Delegation Reacts To President-Elect Trump's Cabinet Picks

Alex Cameron Oklahoma's congressional delegation is showing support for President-elect Trump's cabinet picks.

Oklahoma Delegation Reacts To President-Elect Trump's Cabinet Picks

Alex Cameron Oklahoma's congressional delegation is showing support for President-elect Trump's cabinet picks.

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