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22 Women Set For Prison Release Under New Criminal Justice Reform Law

Oklahoma has the nation's highest incarceration rate for women, but the prison population is about to get a little bit smaller.

Prisoners Could Have Sentences Commuted Under Criminal Justice Reform

Aaron Brilbeck

We are starting to see the fruits of criminal justice reform in Oklahoma.

State Auditor's Office Evicted From Oklahoma Capitol

Aaron Brilbeck

A battle is brewing at the Oklahoma State Capitol over the state auditor being kicked out of the building.

Recent Increase In Gas Prices Does Little To Help State Budget Woes

Aaron Brilbeck

Over the past three weeks, we’ve seen a $0.43 increase in the price per gallon of gasoline in the area. But that won’t do much to help the state bridge an estimated $1.3 Billion budget deficit.

State Says Reports Of Additional Money Found For Education Inaccurate

Aaron Brilbeck

State says contrary to published reports, there has not been an additional 43 million dollars found for education spending.

Governor Asks For $120 Million To Help Restore Capitol Building

Aaron Brilbeck

The legislature has already agreed to find $120 million in repairs.

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State Trying To Sell Under-Used Buildings To Raise Money

News 9

As the state faces a $1 billion deficit, it's selling off some under-used buildings to raise money.

State Trying To Sell Under-Used Buildings To Raise Money

News 9

As the state faces a $1 billion deficit, it's selling off some under-used buildings to raise money.

OK Legislature Still Hoping Tax Incentive Panel Can Help Solve Budget Crisis

Aaron Brilbeck

Last year, when the Oklahoma State Legislature was facing a $600-million shortfall, a panel was established to look into the state’s tax incentive program and suggest cuts. That panel was supposed to meet Jan. 1 to list the programs it was supposed to review. But as of today, and with the state facing an estimated $1-billion budget gap, all of the panel members still haven’t been chosen.