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Sit Down With Gov. Stitt: Executive Orders, Election Results And Senate Confirmations

News 9 Just as the legislative session was wrapping up, Governor Kevin Stitt issued a handful of executive orders. Stitt says his goal is to make Oklahoma the most business-friendly state and save taxpayer dollars.

Tentative Agreement Reached In OSDE Teacher Bonuses Case

News 9 A tentative agreement has been reached in the case of the State Department of Education taking back some teacher bonuses. In January, 9 teachers were told they had to pay back $50,000 bonuses given by the State Department of Education.

'No Jurisdiction': Oklahoma Supreme Court Makes Ruling Regarding Controversial Edmond School Library Books

Jordan Ryan Justices with the Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled decisions over what is in school libraries lies with local boards, not with the state, and the Oklahoma State Board of Education cannot force Edmond Public Schools to remove two books from its high school libraries.

Okla. Supreme Court Rules In Favor Of EPS IN OSDE Dispute

News 9 The Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled in favor of Edmond Public Schools in a dispute with the Oklahoma State Department of Education. The Court says the department overstepped its authority.

Lawsuit Against Public Religious Charter School Continues With 1 Claim Dismissed

Haley Weger After about three hours of discussion between the four parties involved, the judge squashed the argument that the Charter School Act was violated when St. Isidore was approved. However, the judge is allowing the case to move forward with a handful of arguments.

State Democrats File Formal Resolution For Superintendent Walters' Possible Impeachment

Haley Weger House Democrats filed House Resolution 1052 to form a bipartisan committee to investigate the State Superintendent. House Republicans will decide whether or not to put the resolution up for a vote on the House floor.

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OSDE Misses Out On Federal Funding For 2023 Crisis Intervention Teams

News 9 The Oklahoma State Department of Education missed out on federal funding for crisis intervention teams. That money is given out by the Department of Justice -- to help schools respond in times of need. In 2023, the Department of Education didn't apply for those funds and even told districts they had to cover the cost of crisis training.

OSDE Misses Out On Federal Funding For 2023 Crisis Intervention Teams

OSDE Rule Changes Move Forward In The Approval Process, Democrats Call It 'Stacking The Deck Against Kids'

News 9 The state House is moving forward with the approval process for dozens of rule changes proposed by the State Department of Education. While the rules are advancing, they had a lot of pushback from House Democrats.

OSDE Rule Changes Move Forward In The Approval Process, Democrats Call It 'Stacking The Deck Against Kids'

Mid-Del Schools Accused By Education Officials Of Misusing COVID Relief Funds

News 9 District officials for Mid-Del Schools learned on Wednesday it will be on the hook for repaying $573,588 from its own local or state allocations following allegations of misspending from the Oklahoma State Department of Education.

Mid-Del Schools Accused By Education Officials Of Misusing COVID Relief Funds

Questions For OSDE Remain After Committee Meets To Discuss Rule Changes

Haley Weger The state Senate Administrative Rules Committee met Monday morning to discuss more than a dozen administrative rule changes that have been requested by state agencies. Most of the rules being questioned were coming from the State Department of Education.

Questions For OSDE Remain After Committee Meets To Discuss Rule Changes

New Briefs Support Edmond Public Schools in Challenge Against State Department of Education

News 9 New court documents that were filed on Friday support Edmond Public Schools' petition to the Oklahoma Supreme Court challenging rules from the Oklahoma State Department of Education.

New Briefs Support Edmond Public Schools in Challenge Against State Department of Education

News 9 New court documents that were filed on Friday support Edmond Public Schools' petition to the Oklahoma Supreme Court challenging rules from the Oklahoma State Department of Education.

74-Year-Old Bristow Public Schools Employee Arrested, Accused Of Filming In Locker Room

News On 6 Bristow Police arrested 74-year-old Floyd Robinson, who is charged with using electronics for Peeping Tom, having juvenile pornography, and violating the state's Computer Crimes Act.

74-Year-Old Bristow Public Schools Employee Arrested, Accused Of Filming In Locker Room

News On 6 Bristow Police arrested 74-year-old Floyd Robinson, who is charged with using electronics for Peeping Tom, having juvenile pornography, and violating the state's Computer Crimes Act.

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Lawmakers File Legislation Providing More Oversight For State Department Of Education

News 9 At the capitol state lawmakers are discussing a handful of bills to provide more oversight for the State Department of Education. There have been bipartisan efforts in the House and Senate to pass legislation to make changes inside OSDE.

Lawmakers File Legislation Providing More Oversight For State Department Of Education

State Lawmakers Introduce New Legislation After Teacher Signing Bonus Lawsuits

News 9 State lawmakers are working to clean up a teacher signing bonus program that resulted in two lawsuits.

State Lawmakers Introduce New Legislation After Teacher Signing Bonus Lawsuits

News 9 State lawmakers are working to clean up a teacher signing bonus program that resulted in two lawsuits.

Oklahoma City, Deer Creek Public Schools Announce Support Of Edmond's Challenge To State Department Of Education

News 9 Oklahoma City Public Schools said it stands with Edmond Public Schools in its decision to pursue legal action after the OSDE threatened to downgrade the district's accreditation if it did not comply with the state's order to remove two books from Edmond high school libraries.

Oklahoma City, Deer Creek Public Schools Announce Support Of Edmond's Challenge To State Department Of Education

Edmond School Leaders Aim To Protect Accreditation Amid OSDE Court Battle

Jordan Fremstad Edmond Public Schools is waiting for Oklahoma’s Supreme Court decision on legal authority over two books. The State Board of Education told EPS to remove the books or risk losing its accreditation.

Edmond School Leaders Aim To Protect Accreditation Amid OSDE Court Battle

Edmond School District Files Court Petition Against OSDE Amid Potential Accreditation Demotion

News 9 Edmond School leaders say they need the Oklahoma Supreme Court’s help to avoid losing its accreditation. School board members unanimously approved a petition against the State Board of Education.

Edmond School District Files Court Petition Against OSDE Amid Potential Accreditation Demotion

Family Issues Statement About Owasso Student's Identity; Cause Of Death Still To Be Determined

News On 6 The Owasso Police Chief issued a statement on Tuesday saying that the department knows there is a great deal of public concern about the case and that they are working within the constraints of law to release information as it becomes available.

Family Issues Statement About Owasso Student's Identity; Cause Of Death Still To Be Determined

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AG Drummond Launches Airline Complaint Form For Oklahomans

News 9 Attorney General Gentner Drummond is urging flyers to fill out an airline complaint form if they've experienced issues while traveling, according to a press release on Tuesday.

Officer Shot, Armed Suspect Killed After Standoff In NW Oklahoma City Home

Storme Jones An Oklahoma City Police officer has been shot after a man armed with a firearm barricaded himself inside a home for several hours in northwest Oklahoma City, police say.

Oklahoma City Police Officer Found Dead At Lake Stanley Draper Identified

News 9 The body of an Oklahoma City Police officer was found at Lake Stanley Draper after authorities responded to a possible drowning Monday afternoon.

OU Fans Usher In New Era In SEC With Norman Celebration

News 9 On Monday, the University of Oklahoma welcomed a new era of OU Athletics. OU fans celebrated the switch to the Southeastern Conference with festivities at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium.

Medical Minute: Drug Shortages

CBS News As more than 300 medicines are in short supply, including treatments for the side effects of chemotherapy, pharmacists are sounding the alarm and spreading awareness of how these shortages can impact a patient's recovery.

Heavy Smoke East Of El Reno Causing Traffic Delays, Low Visibility

News 9 A grass fire is producing heavy smoke east of El Reno, causing visibility issues for drivers. The smoke is traveling onto Interstate 40 near North Banner Road.

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