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Lawmakers Push To Decriminalize HIV, Focus On Reducing Stigma And Increasing Testing

Lawmakers Push To Decriminalize HIV, Focus On Reducing Stigma And Increasing Testing

News On 6 Senators Julia Kirt and Carri Hicks held a public forum examining the best ways to improve Oklahoma’s health outcomes, without criminalizing citizens living with HIV.

'Need To Be Willing To Put Partisan Politics Aside:' State Senators Call For Unity Following Trump Assassination Attempt

'Need To Be Willing To Put Partisan Politics Aside:' State Senators Call For Unity Following Trump Assassination Attempt

News 9 State lawmakers say that their thoughts and prayers are with former president Donald Trump, after the assassination attempt over the weekend. State senators unanimously passed a resolution Monday to condemn political attacks.

State Senators Pass Legislation Dealing With "Women's Bill Of Rights," Corporal Punishment

State Senators Pass Legislation Dealing With "Women's Bill Of Rights," Corporal Punishment

Haley Weger Lawmakers at the state capitol moved forward with a handful of controversial bills Tuesday, including legislation dealing with corporal punishment and gender definition.

Oklahoma Senators Pass Preliminary 2025 Budget

Oklahoma Senators Pass Preliminary 2025 Budget

News 9 The state senate has approved the preliminary state budget for 2025. The $12.3 billion figure is the first number that will spark negotiations between the Senate, House, and Governor.

Insulin Affordability Crisis: Oklahoma Attorney General Eyes Legal Action

Insulin Affordability Crisis: Oklahoma Attorney General Eyes Legal Action

News 9 Oklahoma Attorney General considers legal action against pharmaceutical and pharmacy benefit management companies over rising insulin costs.

Covering The Capitol: Lawmakers Debating Paid Maternity Leave Legislation For State Employees

Covering The Capitol: Lawmakers Debating Paid Maternity Leave Legislation For State Employees

News 9 Lawmakers wrapped up session and sent the governor a $12.8 billion budget. The budget includes maternity leave for teachers, but a separate bill opens it up to state employees

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Could Oklahoma's Education Plans Be On Hold?

Could Oklahoma's Education Plans Be On Hold?

Haley Weger The Oklahoma Senate made some changes to the House's $800 million education plan on Monday.

Could Oklahoma's Education Plans Be On Hold?

Could Oklahoma's Education Plans Be On Hold?

Haley Weger The Oklahoma Senate made some changes to the House's $800 million education plan on Monday.

Bill Providing 6 Weeks Maternity To State Employees Passes Through Oklahoma Senate

Bill Providing 6 Weeks Maternity To State Employees Passes Through Oklahoma Senate

News 9 A measure which would provide employees of the state of Oklahoma with six weeks of maternity leave passed through the Oklahoma Senate.

Bill Providing 6 Weeks Maternity To State Employees Passes Through Oklahoma Senate

Bill Providing 6 Weeks Maternity To State Employees Passes Through Oklahoma Senate

News 9 A measure which would provide employees of the state of Oklahoma with six weeks of maternity leave passed through the Oklahoma Senate.

Oklahoma Senate Approves Bill To Raise Juror Pay From $20 To $30 Per Day

Oklahoma Senate Approves Bill To Raise Juror Pay From $20 To $30 Per Day

News On 6 The Oklahoma Senate approved a bill to give a raise for people on jury duty in state and local courts from $20 up to $30 per day.

Oklahoma Senate Approves Bill To Raise Juror Pay From $20 To $30 Per Day

Oklahoma Senate Approves Bill To Raise Juror Pay From $20 To $30 Per Day

News On 6 The Oklahoma Senate approved a bill to give a raise for people on jury duty in state and local courts from $20 up to $30 per day.

Senate Advances 7 COVID Relief Funding Projects

Senate Advances 7 COVID Relief Funding Projects

Augusta McDonnell The Senate moved forward seven measures to fund projects with Oklahoma’s American Rescue Plan funding.

Senate Advances 7 COVID Relief Funding Projects

Senate Advances 7 COVID Relief Funding Projects

Augusta McDonnell The Senate moved forward seven measures to fund projects with Oklahoma’s American Rescue Plan funding.

Teacher Donation Tax Credit Could Head To Senate, Dems Push Back

Teacher Donation Tax Credit Could Head To Senate, Dems Push Back

Augusta McDonnell A bill that incentivizes parents to make donations directly to their child’s teacher could now be heard on the Senate floor.

Teacher Donation Tax Credit Could Head To Senate, Dems Push Back

Teacher Donation Tax Credit Could Head To Senate, Dems Push Back

Augusta McDonnell A bill that incentivizes parents to make donations directly to their child’s teacher could now be heard on the Senate floor.

Community Schools Program Advances, School Lunch Changes Fail

Community Schools Program Advances, School Lunch Changes Fail

Augusta McDonnell New education legislation moves forward in the House and Senate Tuesday and the final weeks of committee work are well underway.

Community Schools Program Advances, School Lunch Changes Fail

Community Schools Program Advances, School Lunch Changes Fail

Augusta McDonnell New education legislation moves forward in the House and Senate Tuesday and the final weeks of committee work are well underway.

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State Lawmakers Pass Measure To Allow More Classroom Hours For Adjunct Teachers

State Lawmakers Pass Measure To Allow More Classroom Hours For Adjunct Teachers

Augusta McDonnell A bill allowing for adjunct teachers to spend more time in the classroom passed out of the senate today.

State Lawmakers Pass Measure To Allow More Classroom Hours For Adjunct Teachers

State Lawmakers Pass Measure To Allow More Classroom Hours For Adjunct Teachers

Augusta McDonnell A bill allowing for adjunct teachers to spend more time in the classroom passed out of the senate today.

Your Vote Counts: Gov. Stitt, Supt. Hofmeister And Education Legislation

Your Vote Counts: Gov. Stitt, Supt. Hofmeister And Education Legislation

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell was joined Sunday by state Sen. Carri Hicks and state Rep. Ryan Martinez to discuss Gov. Kevin Stitt and state Superintendent Joy Hofmeister’s views on educating during the pandemic and potential new education legislation this year among other topics.

Your Vote Counts: Gov. Stitt, Supt. Hofmeister And Education Legislation

Your Vote Counts: Gov. Stitt, Supt. Hofmeister And Education Legislation

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell was joined Sunday by state Sen. Carri Hicks and state Rep. Ryan Martinez to discuss Gov. Kevin Stitt and state Superintendent Joy Hofmeister’s views on educating during the pandemic and potential new education legislation this year among other topics.

Oklahoma Retirees Asking For Cost Of Living Adjustment To Their Pensions

Oklahoma Retirees Asking For Cost Of Living Adjustment To Their Pensions

Aaron Brilbeck Retired state workers lobbied the legislature for a cost of living increase Monday. It would be their first in 11 years. But lawmakers are concerned about how the state would pay for it.

Oklahoma Retirees Asking For Cost Of Living Adjustment To Their Pensions

Oklahoma Retirees Asking For Cost Of Living Adjustment To Their Pensions

Aaron Brilbeck Retired state workers lobbied the legislature for a cost of living increase Monday. It would be their first in 11 years. But lawmakers are concerned about how the state would pay for it.

"Coffee With The Candidates" Event To Feature 36 Hopefuls

"Coffee With The Candidates" Event To Feature 36 Hopefuls

The Northwest Oklahoma City Chamber will give voters an opportunity to meet and talk with lots of the candidates face-to-face at their “Coffee with the Candidates” on Tuesday, October 23.

"Coffee With The Candidates" Event To Feature 36 Hopefuls

"Coffee With The Candidates" Event To Feature 36 Hopefuls

The Northwest Oklahoma City Chamber will give voters an opportunity to meet and talk with lots of the candidates face-to-face at their “Coffee with the Candidates” on Tuesday, October 23.

Education Turmoil Inspires Teachers To File For State Office

Education Turmoil Inspires Teachers To File For State Office

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Many teachers at the Capitol weren't there to protest the legislature Wednesday, but to become a part of it.

Education Turmoil Inspires Teachers To File For State Office

Education Turmoil Inspires Teachers To File For State Office

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Many teachers at the Capitol weren't there to protest the legislature Wednesday, but to become a part of it.

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Richard Perry, Record Producer Behind 'You're So Vain' And Other Hits, Dies At 82

Richard Perry, Record Producer Behind 'You're So Vain' And Other Hits, Dies At 82

Associated Press Richard Perry, a hitmaking record producer with a flair for both standards and contemporary sounds whose many successes included Carly Simon’s “You’re So Vain,” Rod Stewart’s “The Great American Songbook” series and a Ringo Starr album featuring all four Beatles, died Tuesday. He was 82.

Richard Perry, Record Producer Behind 'You're So Vain' And Other Hits, Dies At 82

Richard Perry, Record Producer Behind 'You're So Vain' And Other Hits, Dies At 82

Associated Press Richard Perry, a hitmaking record producer with a flair for both standards and contemporary sounds whose many successes included Carly Simon’s “You’re So Vain,” Rod Stewart’s “The Great American Songbook” series and a Ringo Starr album featuring all four Beatles, died Tuesday. He was 82.

OKC Thunder Give Back To Nonprofits For 12 Days Of Giving

OKC Thunder Give Back To Nonprofits For 12 Days Of Giving

Mike Glover The Oklahoma City Thunder is celebrating the holiday season with their '12 Days of Giving' initiative, donating essential items to 12 local nonprofit organizations to support their community.

OKC Thunder Give Back To Nonprofits For 12 Days Of Giving

OKC Thunder Give Back To Nonprofits For 12 Days Of Giving

Mike Glover The Oklahoma City Thunder is celebrating the holiday season with their '12 Days of Giving' initiative, donating essential items to 12 local nonprofit organizations to support their community.

State Lawmakers Work To Cut Down On Virtual Learning In Oklahoma Schools

State Lawmakers Work To Cut Down On Virtual Learning In Oklahoma Schools

Haley Weger Oklahoma lawmakers are reintroducing a bill to limit virtual learning, citing poor educational outcomes and the need for in-person instruction.

State Lawmakers Work To Cut Down On Virtual Learning In Oklahoma Schools

State Lawmakers Work To Cut Down On Virtual Learning In Oklahoma Schools

Haley Weger Oklahoma lawmakers are reintroducing a bill to limit virtual learning, citing poor educational outcomes and the need for in-person instruction.

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Richard Perry, Record Producer Behind 'You're So Vain' And Other Hits, Dies At 82

Richard Perry, Record Producer Behind 'You're So Vain' And Other Hits, Dies At 82

Associated Press Richard Perry, a hitmaking record producer with a flair for both standards and contemporary sounds whose many successes included Carly Simon’s “You’re So Vain,” Rod Stewart’s “The Great American Songbook” series and a Ringo Starr album featuring all four Beatles, died Tuesday. He was 82.

OKC Thunder Give Back To Nonprofits For 12 Days Of Giving

OKC Thunder Give Back To Nonprofits For 12 Days Of Giving

Mike Glover The Oklahoma City Thunder is celebrating the holiday season with their '12 Days of Giving' initiative, donating essential items to 12 local nonprofit organizations to support their community.

State Lawmakers Work To Cut Down On Virtual Learning In Oklahoma Schools

State Lawmakers Work To Cut Down On Virtual Learning In Oklahoma Schools

Haley Weger Oklahoma lawmakers are reintroducing a bill to limit virtual learning, citing poor educational outcomes and the need for in-person instruction.

Weather Blog: Rain Chances Across Oklahoma Ahead Of Christmas

Weather Blog: Rain Chances Across Oklahoma Ahead Of Christmas

News 9 Oklahoma Weather Forecast: Bookmark this page and refresh it often for the latest forecast and daily updates.

Police Respond To Rollover Crash In NW OKC

Police Respond To Rollover Crash In NW OKC

News 9 One person was seriously injured after a rollover crash in northwest Oklahoma City, according to police.

Starbucks Strike Shuts Down Hundreds Of Locations Amid Holiday Shopping

Starbucks Strike Shuts Down Hundreds Of Locations Amid Holiday Shopping

CBS News According to the labor group, baristas went on strike Tuesday in 43 states including at some Oklahoma locations.

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