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Oklahoma Department Of Human Services Announces New Director
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Edward Lake has accepted the position of Director of the Oklahoma Department of Human Services (OKDHS).
Oklahoma DHS Offers Director Job To Candidate From Tennessee
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The Oklahoma Department of Human Services announced Wednesday it's offered the job of director to Ed Lake, a retired deputy commissioner for the Tennessee Department of Human Services.
Oklahoma Finance Chief To Temporarily Head DHS
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Oklahoma Office of State Finance Director Preston Doerflinger (DORF'-linger) is stepping down temporarily to serve as the interim director of the Department of Human Services.
Oklahoma DHS Director Bids Farewell
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The director of the highly-criticized state agency, the Department of Human Services, gives his parting words, "I've done my best, ya know, I'm at peace with that and so it's time to go take on another chapter."
Oklahoma Lawmakers Ask 'What's Next?' For DHS
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With the retirement of longtime DHS Director Howard Hendrick, legislators are beginning to ask questions about what the future will hold for the department.
Lawmakers Look To The Future For DHS
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With the retirement of longtime DHS Director Howard Hendrick, legislators are beginning to ask questions about what the future will hold for the department.
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Oklahoma DHS Director Announces Retirement
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According to DHS, Howard Hendrick's last day will be February 29.
Oklahoma DHS Director Announces Retirement
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According to DHS, Howard Hendrick's last day will be February 29.
DHS Director Answers Questions During News 9 One-On-One Interview
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Howard Hendrick, Director of the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, sat down for more than an hour with News 9 and answered not only our questions, but questions many of our viewers asked on our Facebook page.
DHS Director Answers Questions During News 9 One-On-One Interview
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Howard Hendrick, Director of the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, sat down for more than an hour with News 9 and answered not only our questions, but questions many of our viewers asked on our Facebook page.
Oklahoma DHS Board Meets After Naming Two New Commissioners
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The Department of Human Services Commission is meeting for the first time Tuesday morning since naming two new commissioners to the board.
Oklahoma DHS Board Meets After Naming Two New Commissioners
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The Department of Human Services Commission is meeting for the first time Tuesday morning since naming two new commissioners to the board.
Costs Of Oklahoma DHS Lawsuit Mounting
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Oklahoma taxpayers have spent about $4.2 million on attorneys since April 2008 for the state Department of Human Services to defend a class-action lawsuit alleging abusive conditions in the state's foster-care system, records show.
Costs Of Oklahoma DHS Lawsuit Mounting
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Oklahoma taxpayers have spent about $4.2 million on attorneys since April 2008 for the state Department of Human Services to defend a class-action lawsuit alleging abusive conditions in the state's foster-care system, records show.
Does the Constitution Allow Former Legislators to Work for the State?
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There's no question former legislators leave office to work for the state, but is that practice legal? We started to wonder after the recent scandal involving legislators and the Medical Examiner's Office.
Does the Constitution Allow Former Legislators to Work for the State?
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There's no question former legislators leave office to work for the state, but is that practice legal? We started to wonder after the recent scandal involving legislators and the Medical Examiner's Office.
DHS Forced to Layoff Around 70 Employees
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The Department of Human Services decided to cut around 70 jobs in its monthly commission meeting Tuesday.
DHS Forced to Layoff Around 70 Employees
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The Department of Human Services decided to cut around 70 jobs in its monthly commission meeting Tuesday.
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DHS Forced to Make Cuts to Senior Center
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DHS says it's being forced to cut services. The news is tough for seniors all across the state to swallow. Funding, $7.5 million, for elderly nutrition is being slashed. But, meals aren't the only things that will be lost.
DHS Forced to Make Cuts to Senior Center
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DHS says it's being forced to cut services. The news is tough for seniors all across the state to swallow. Funding, $7.5 million, for elderly nutrition is being slashed. But, meals aren't the only things that will be lost.
Former Oklahoma Governor Henry Bellmon Dies
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Former Oklahoma Governor and U.S. Senator Henry Bellmon has died.
Bellmon Biography from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries
Former Oklahoma Governor Henry Bellmon Dies
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Former Oklahoma Governor and U.S. Senator Henry Bellmon has died.
Bellmon Biography from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries
1 Million Oklahomans' Personal Information at Risk
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The Oklahoma Department of Human Services says an employee's laptop computer, which possibly contained personal information on hundreds of thousands of people, has been stolen.
1 Million Oklahomans' Personal Information at Risk
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The Oklahoma Department of Human Services says an employee's laptop computer, which possibly contained personal information on hundreds of thousands of people, has been stolen.
Number Of Oklahoma Food Stamp Recipients Peaks
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The head of Oklahoma's Department of Human Services says the number of state residents receiving food stamps reached an all-time high last month.
Number Of Oklahoma Food Stamp Recipients Peaks
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The head of Oklahoma's Department of Human Services says the number of state residents receiving food stamps reached an all-time high last month.
Families speak out against DHS
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A state legislator hosted a hearing Tuesday to allow families to share their "horror stories" about the state Department of Human Services.
Families speak out against DHS
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A state legislator hosted a hearing Tuesday to allow families to share their "horror stories" about the state Department of Human Services.
Legislation proposed to overhaul DHS
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It was slapped with a massive federal lawsuit last week and then hit again Monday with a multi-million dollar federal funding cut.
Legislation proposed to overhaul DHS
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It was slapped with a massive federal lawsuit last week and then hit again Monday with a multi-million dollar federal funding cut.
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Rain and storm chances return Friday
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With warm temps anticipated through the end of the workweek, Meteorologist Andrew Adams has when storm chances could arrive this weekend.
Rain and storm chances return Friday
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With warm temps anticipated through the end of the workweek, Meteorologist Andrew Adams has when storm chances could arrive this weekend.
Things to do in OKC this weekend
Bella Roddy
Looking for something fun to do in Oklahoma City this weekend? Here are some exciting events on March 28-30, 2025.
Things to do in OKC this weekend
Bella Roddy
Looking for something fun to do in Oklahoma City this weekend? Here are some exciting events on March 28-30, 2025.
Mistrial declared for man accused in OKC drive-by shooting that killed 9-year-old
Christian Hans
The trial for a man accused in the fatal shooting death of a 9-year-old in Oklahoma City ends in a mistrial, according to court records.
Mistrial declared for man accused in OKC drive-by shooting that killed 9-year-old
Christian Hans
The trial for a man accused in the fatal shooting death of a 9-year-old in Oklahoma City ends in a mistrial, according to court records.
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Rain and storm chances return Friday
News 9
With warm temps anticipated through the end of the workweek, Meteorologist Andrew Adams has when storm chances could arrive this weekend.
Things to do in OKC this weekend
Bella Roddy
Looking for something fun to do in Oklahoma City this weekend? Here are some exciting events on March 28-30, 2025.
Mistrial declared for man accused in OKC drive-by shooting that killed 9-year-old
Christian Hans
The trial for a man accused in the fatal shooting death of a 9-year-old in Oklahoma City ends in a mistrial, according to court records.
Honoring David Boren: Community to gather for memorial service
Anna Denison
Oklahoma community gathers to remember David Boren, former Governor and University of Oklahoma President. A public memorial service will be on Saturday at Saint Luke's Methodist Church.
What wildfire smoke could be doing to your lungs
Brooke Cox
Dr. Jad Kebbe, a pulmonologist at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, discusses the risks of inhaling wildfire smoke, including short- and long-term lung damage, and offers tips for protecting respiratory health.
Powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Thailand and Myanmar
Associated Press
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Thailand and Myanmar on Friday, causing widespread destruction, killing at least three people in Bangkok, collapsing a construction site, and leaving many trapped in rubble while also affecting neighboring regions in Myanmar and China.
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