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Judge dismisses Boismier defamation suit; Walters could settle ethics case

Destini Pittman A defamation lawsuit against State Superintendent Ryan Walters was dismissed due to insufficient evidence. The Ethics Commission is currently negotiating a potential settlement over a campaign finance investigation against Walters.

Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters faces $5,000 fine, social media restrictions

Carrie Winchel Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters and the Executive Director of the Oklahoma Ethics Commission have signed an agreement to settle an investigation into Walters’ use of social media.

Oklahoma Ethics Commission pursues charges against Ryan Walters over campaign violations

Anna Denison The Oklahoma Ethics Commission is pursuing charges against State Superintendent Ryan Walters over campaign finance violations, according to documents.

Jon Echols files to run for Oklahoma Attorney General in 2026

News 9 Former state Rep. Jon Echols has filed with the Oklahoma Ethics Commission to run for Oklahoma attorney general in the 2026 election.

Oklahoma Ethics Commission investigates Walters for Campaign Violations, Hiett for Conflict of Interest

News On 6 The Oklahoma Ethics Commission is investigating State Superintendent Ryan Walters for campaign finance violations and Corporation Commissioner Todd Hiett for an alleged conflict of interest.

Timeline: Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner Todd Hiett Faces Allegations of Misconduct

News 9 Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner Todd Hiett faces allegations of sexual misconduct and public intoxication, sparking an ongoing investigation and calls for his resignation. Here is a timeline breaking down the situation.

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Oklahoma Lawmakers File Appeal Challenging OG&E Rate Increase And Corporation Commission Audits

News 9 Three Oklahoma lawmakers have filed a Supreme Court appeal challenging a $127 million OG&E rate hike and alleging ethical violations by Commissioner Todd Hiett in the case.

Oklahoma Lawmakers File Appeal Challenging OG&E Rate Increase And Corporation Commission Audits

News 9 Three Oklahoma lawmakers have filed a Supreme Court appeal challenging a $127 million OG&E rate hike and alleging ethical violations by Commissioner Todd Hiett in the case.

The key witness in a now-dismissed criminal case against state Superintendent Joy Hofmeister is suing Hofmeister and two others for wrongful termination and lost wages, among other things.

Wrongful Termination Lawsuit Filed Against State Superintendent Hofmeister

Alex Cameron

The key witness in a now-dismissed criminal case against state Superintendent Joy Hofmeister is suing Hofmeister and two others for wrongful termination and lost wages, among other things.

Gubernatorial Campaigns Gear Up For Final Push In Week Before Election

Aaron Brilbeck

Gubernatorial candidates are making a last-ditch effort to canvas the state before the November 6 election.

Gubernatorial Campaigns Gear Up For Final Push In Week Before Election

Aaron Brilbeck

Gubernatorial candidates are making a last-ditch effort to canvas the state before the November 6 election.

OEA Says They've Secured 95% Of School Funding Goals

News 9

According to the Oklahoma Education Association, 95% of the funding they are asking for is secured and recurring.

OEA Says They've Secured 95% Of School Funding Goals

News 9

According to the Oklahoma Education Association, 95% of the funding they are asking for is secured and recurring.

Despite Voter Dissatisfaction, Significant Number Of Incumbents Running Unopposed

Grant Hermes

In the midst of the longest teacher walkout in Oklahoma history, dissatisfaction with the state legislature is rampant but many lawmakers are currently unopposed in the upcoming midterm elections.

Despite Voter Dissatisfaction, Significant Number Of Incumbents Running Unopposed

Grant Hermes

In the midst of the longest teacher walkout in Oklahoma history, dissatisfaction with the state legislature is rampant but many lawmakers are currently unopposed in the upcoming midterm elections.

Oklahoma Senators Stand Behind Scandal Plagued Scott Pruitt

Grant Hermes

As mounting reports and accusations of unethical spending continue to plague Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott Pruitt, Oklahoma’s Senators are continuing their full-throated support of the embattled former Attorney General.