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Oklahoma's Own In Focus: Operation Guardian, Immigration

News 9 Governor Kevin Stitt is introducing Operation Guardian, a new initiative focused on deporting incarcerated illegal immigrants in Oklahoma. The plan emphasizes nonviolent offenders and aims to enhance public safety while reducing the financial strain on state resources.

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.

Ryan Walters Requires Oklahoma Students To Watch Prayer Video, Some Districts Opt Out

News On 6 State Superintendent Ryan Walters emailed every Oklahoma superintendent, saying he's requiring all Oklahoma schools to play a roughly 90-second video to all enrolled children and send it to their parents. District leaders said there was a recall notification sent after the first email, followed by a third email with the same video and mandate.

Walters Announces 500+ Bibles Are On The Way To AP Government Classrooms

News 9 Thursday State Superintendent Ryan Walters announced the purchase of more than 500 Bibles for use in Advanced Placement (AP) Government classrooms.

LOFT Releases Report On OSDE's Funding, Recommends Policy Improvements

News 9 A new report from the Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency found no criminal activity but highlighted communication issues in the Oklahoma State Department of Education's handling of state and federal funds, offering policy recommendations for improvement.

OSDE Investigation Findings By LOFT: Department Had Significant Delays In Disbursing Federal Funds

News On 6 The Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency will release its findings from its investigation into the Oklahoma State Department of Education's management of federal funds in a meeting on Tuesday.

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Shawnee Superintendent Faces 2nd Emergency License Revocation Amid Decades-Old Allegations

News 9 Shawnee Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Aaron Espolt is expected to challenge the Oklahoma State Board of Education (OSDE) on Thursday regarding the emergency revocation of his teaching license. Espolt is under investigation for allegations dating back to his early days as a coach and teacher at Little Axe and Boone-Apache Public Schools from 2000 to 2005.

Shawnee Superintendent Faces 2nd Emergency License Revocation Amid Decades-Old Allegations

Final Day For Bids On Bibles In Oklahoma Classrooms Arrives Amid Lawsuit And Controversy

News On 6 Monday will be the final day companies can submit a bid to supply Bibles and accompanying documents after the Oklahoma State Department of Education mandated the teaching of the Bible in state classrooms.

Final Day For Bids On Bibles In Oklahoma Classrooms Arrives Amid Lawsuit And Controversy

What Are GEER Funds? Why The State Is Being Investigated For Mismanagement

News 9 An investigation report revealed that Oklahoma allegedly mismanaged approximately $39.9 million in Governor's Emergency Education Relief funds intended for families during the COVID-19 pandemic, yet state officials defended their actions, claiming no criminal wrongdoing occurred.

What Are GEER Funds? Why The State Is Being Investigated For Mismanagement

Organizations React To Election Day Terrorist Plot Involving Afghan Man Living In OKC And17-Year-Old

News 9 Several agencies are responding to an alleged Election Day terrorist plot involving an Afghan man living in Oklahoma City and a 17-year-old co-conspirator.

Organizations React To Election Day Terrorist Plot Involving Afghan Man Living In OKC And17-Year-Old

News 9 Several agencies are responding to an alleged Election Day terrorist plot involving an Afghan man living in Oklahoma City and a 17-year-old co-conspirator.

Southmoore 'Virtual Student' Charged As Co-Conspirator In Election Day Attack Investigation

News On 6 Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, 27, of Oklahoma City told investigators after his arrest Monday that he had planned his attack to coincide with Election Day next month and that he and a co-conspirator expected to die as martyrs, according to charging documents. Tawhedi’s alleged co-conspirator was not identified by the Justice Department, which described him only as a juvenile, a fellow Afghan national and the brother of Tawhedi’s wife.

Southmoore 'Virtual Student' Charged As Co-Conspirator In Election Day Attack Investigation

Oklahoma State Dept. Of Education Alters Criteria For Bids On Bibles For Classrooms

News 9 The Oklahoma State Department of Education revised bid requirements for classroom Bibles after pushback from state lawmakers, and also extended the deadline for bids.

Oklahoma State Dept. Of Education Alters Criteria For Bids On Bibles For Classrooms

News 9 The Oklahoma State Department of Education revised bid requirements for classroom Bibles after pushback from state lawmakers, and also extended the deadline for bids.

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Republican State Rep. Requests AG Opinion Into OSDE $6 Million Request For Bibles

News 9 A state lawmaker is raising questions over a request for 55,000 Bibles in public schools. Now, an opinion from the Attorney General has been requested.

Republican State Rep. Requests AG Opinion Into OSDE $6 Million Request For Bibles

News 9 A state lawmaker is raising questions over a request for 55,000 Bibles in public schools. Now, an opinion from the Attorney General has been requested.

What Is The 'Trump Bible?'

News 9 Former President Donald Trump announced that he was selling the "God Bless The USA Bible,” also known as the “Trump Bible” in March of 2024. Since then, Superintendent Ryan Walters hasn’t just discussed buying any Bibles for schools– the strict specifications are similar to the same “Trump Bible.”

What Is The 'Trump Bible?'

State Lawmakers Question Bidding Process For Oklahoma Classroom Bibles

News On 6 The Oklahoma State Department of Education is now accepting bids from vendors to provide 55,000 Bibles for Oklahoma classrooms. Some state lawmakers, including one from Tulsa, think the criteria for the bidding process favors one specific Bible distributor.

State Lawmakers Question Bidding Process For Oklahoma Classroom Bibles

Timeline: Ryan Walters' Time As Oklahoma State Superintendent

David Prock The Oklahoma State Department of Education is being investigated by the Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency following concerns about its spending. State Superintendent Ryan Walters has been the focus of attention for some of his decisions and statements since taking office in 2023.

Timeline: Ryan Walters' Time As Oklahoma State Superintendent

Oklahoma Watch: State Education Department Seeks Bids For 55,000 Classroom Bibles

Jennifer Palmer, Oklahoma Watch The Oklahoma State Department of Education is seeking bids for 55,000 Bibles for classrooms with specific requirements. But bid documents indicate they can only be met by versions endorsed by former President Donald Trump, raising concerns about competition and legality.

Oklahoma Watch: State Education Department Seeks Bids For 55,000 Classroom Bibles

Oklahoma Attorney General Criticizes Delays In School Inhaler Distribution

News On 6 Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond outlined two options for the State Department of Education to distribute $250,000 for inhalers in public schools, criticizing the agency for delays and lack of responsibility.

Oklahoma Attorney General Criticizes Delays In School Inhaler Distribution

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The Hot Seat: Oklahoma Group Hopes To Boost Voter Turnout With Primary System Reform

News 9 Pat McFerron with Yes on 835 joined The Hot Seat with News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell to discuss Oklahoma's low voter turnout in the Presidential election and how a reform of Oklahoma's primary system could boost voter turnout.

The Hot Seat: Oklahoma Group Hopes To Boost Voter Turnout With Primary System Reform

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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:

1 Child Injured After Being Struck By A Car In SE OKC

News 9 A child is injured after being hit by a car in southeast Oklahoma City, according to police.

The Hot Seat: Oklahoma Group Hopes To Boost Voter Turnout With Primary System Reform

2 Overnight House Fires Under Investigation In Oklahoma City

News 9 A family escaped safely from an attic fire near Quail Springs Mall and a separate blaze was contained on the southwest side of OKC overnight, according to Oklahoma City firefighters.

Made In Oklahoma: Paninis

News 9 David Brooks with the Made in Oklahoma Coalition joined News 9 in the Metro Tech Kitchen on Saturday and shared a delicious panini recipe!

The Free Food Pantry Hands Out Thanksgiving Baskets In Millwood

News 9 The Free Food Pantry is still handing out Thanksgiving baskets despite the rise in turkey costs this year! Sister Mable Stoss is outside Millwood Public Schools on Saturday delivering the baskets.

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