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School cell phone ban passes Oklahoma House, Senate

Haley Weger State lawmakers are moving forward with measures in both the House and Senate to remove cell phones from Oklahoma classrooms.

Oklahoma Leaders React to Trump's Executive Order to Dissolve the Education Department: Key Facts About the U.S. Department of Education

Alex Cameron President Trump signed an executive order directing Secretary of Education Linda McMahon to take steps toward closing the Department of Education, though congressional approval is required for full elimination.

State lawmakers advance dozens of bills, and block dozens more ahead of legislative deadline

Haley Weger State lawmakers are nearing their first legislative deadline, and are moving to approve dozens of bills. Any legislation that isn't heard in a committee in the chamber of origin by this Thursday, will not be moving forward this legislative session.

Oklahoma lawmaker sues Gov. Stitt over order mandating state employees return to office

Bella Roddy State Rep. Andy Fugate (D-Del City) filed a lawsuit Friday challenging Gov. Kevin Stitt’s executive order requiring all full-time state agency employees to return to in-office work by Feb. 1. The lawsuit, filed in Oklahoma County District Court, argues that the order exceeds the governor’s constitutional authority.

Several education bills advance from state Senate

Haley Weger The Oklahoma Senate Education Committee passed several bills on Tuesday, including two key proposals that could impact school discipline and technology policies statewide.

Teacher pay raises, cell phone ban top Oklahoma Senate's education agenda

Haley Weger Oklahoma Senate Education Committee leaders announced key initiatives, including teacher pay raises, classroom cellphone bans, and higher education reforms, ahead of the upcoming legislative session.

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Oklahoma Lawmakers File Bill To Ban Or Restrict Cell Phone Use In Classrooms Amid Safety Concerns

News 9 State lawmakers filed a bill to ban or restrict cell phone use in Oklahoma classrooms. The proposed law is intended to boost academic performance and promote better mental health. However, the proposal has sparked concerns about student safety.

Oklahoma Lawmakers File Bill To Ban Or Restrict Cell Phone Use In Classrooms Amid Safety Concerns

State Lawmakers Have Plans To Move Forward With Phone-Free Classroom Initiatives

News 9 State Senators held a two-day interim study to learn about the pros and cons of eliminating or cutting down on cellphone usage in Oklahoma classrooms.

State Lawmakers Have Plans To Move Forward With Phone-Free Classroom Initiatives

News 9 State Senators held a two-day interim study to learn about the pros and cons of eliminating or cutting down on cellphone usage in Oklahoma classrooms.

Oklahoma Lawmakers Push To Establish Guidelines On Student Cell Phone Usage In Schools

Alexis Young Oklahoma lawmakers are proposing to restrict or ban student cell phone use in schools, with supporters citing academic benefits. However, critics say they are urging a more balanced approach to phones in schools.

Oklahoma Lawmakers Push To Establish Guidelines On Student Cell Phone Usage In Schools

Your Vote Counts: Phones And Inhalers In Schools, VP Debate, Other Impacts On Election

News On 6 News On 6 political analyst Scott Mitchell talks with leader Cyndi Munson and Sen. Adam Pugh on the latest news for inhales and phones in schools, the VP Debate, and how Special Counsel Jack Smith and the developments in the Middle East can impact the election next month.

Your Vote Counts: Phones And Inhalers In Schools, VP Debate, Other Impacts On Election

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell talks with leader Cyndi Munson and Sen. Adam Pugh on the latest news for inhales and phones in schools, the VP Debate, and how Special Counsel Jack Smith and the developments in the Middle East can impact the election next month.

Your Vote Counts: Phones And Inhalers In Schools, VP Debate, Other Impacts On Election

Your Vote Counts: Budget Summit & Reaction To New Immigration Law

Proposed Oklahoma Bill Prioritizes Divergent Career Pathways

News 9 A bill working through the Oklahoma House and Senate would modify graduation requirements for high school students in the state if passed and signed by the Governor.

Proposed Oklahoma Bill Prioritizes Divergent Career Pathways

News 9 A bill working through the Oklahoma House and Senate would modify graduation requirements for high school students in the state if passed and signed by the Governor.

Lawmakers Push Last Bills Through Committee, Now Head For Debate On The House Floor

Haley Weger The House met for their last education appropriations and budget committee Tuesday morning. Lawmakers pushed through seven bills that will now advance to the House floor.

Lawmakers Push Last Bills Through Committee, Now Head For Debate On The House Floor

Haley Weger The House met for their last education appropriations and budget committee Tuesday morning. Lawmakers pushed through seven bills that will now advance to the House floor.

At The Oklahoma State Capitol: A Push To Boost Reading Scores In The State

News 9 Legislators are looking at the actual science of how kids learn how to read and applying that to state law. Senate Bill 1906 by Senator Adam Pugh creates the Statewide Literacy Revolving Fund for the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education.

At The Oklahoma State Capitol: A Push To Boost Reading Scores In The State

The Push To Cut Phones From Classrooms, Lawmakers Discuss Legislation

News 9 Lawmakers are expected to discuss legislation that would make Oklahoma classrooms cellphone free, but with more than 40 bills on the agenda it keeps getting pushed back.

The Push To Cut Phones From Classrooms, Lawmakers Discuss Legislation

News 9 Lawmakers are expected to discuss legislation that would make Oklahoma classrooms cellphone free, but with more than 40 bills on the agenda it keeps getting pushed back.

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

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Woman hospitalized, husband in custody after Guthrie shooting

Destini Pittman A woman is in the hospital, and her husband is in custody following a shooting Saturday night in Guthrie, according to the Guthrie Police Department.

Woman hospitalized, husband in custody after Guthrie shooting

Destini Pittman A woman is in the hospital, and her husband is in custody following a shooting Saturday night in Guthrie, according to the Guthrie Police Department.

Yukon band holding fundraiser to obtain instruments for Geary High School band

Deanne Stein Yukon High School rallies support for Geary Band Program today, after a fire devastates their band room and equipment. Find out how you can help replace lost instruments.

Yukon band holding fundraiser to obtain instruments for Geary High School band

Deanne Stein Yukon High School rallies support for Geary Band Program today, after a fire devastates their band room and equipment. Find out how you can help replace lost instruments.

Death toll in Myanmar earthquake rises to at least 1,662 as officials continue to assess damage

Associated Press Death toll rises as devastating earthquake strikes Myanmar and Thailand—latest updates on aid efforts.

Death toll in Myanmar earthquake rises to at least 1,662 as officials continue to assess damage

Associated Press Death toll rises as devastating earthquake strikes Myanmar and Thailand—latest updates on aid efforts.

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Woman hospitalized, husband in custody after Guthrie shooting

Destini Pittman A woman is in the hospital, and her husband is in custody following a shooting Saturday night in Guthrie, according to the Guthrie Police Department.

Yukon band holding fundraiser to obtain instruments for Geary High School band

Deanne Stein Yukon High School rallies support for Geary Band Program today, after a fire devastates their band room and equipment. Find out how you can help replace lost instruments.

Death toll in Myanmar earthquake rises to at least 1,662 as officials continue to assess damage

Associated Press Death toll rises as devastating earthquake strikes Myanmar and Thailand—latest updates on aid efforts.

E-ZPass scam: How to protect yourself from "smishing" and other types of fraud

Graham Dowers A recent nationwide scam involving E-ZPass has caught the country's attention. Here's what to do when you receive one, how to spot the scams, and how to protect yourself.

Oklahoma Forestry Director's firing sparks negative reactions among firefighters and state officials

Graham Dowers Oklahoma Forestry Service Director Mark Goeller’s recent firing has ignited widespread debate and mixed reactions from firefighters, state officials, and citizens.

PHOTOS: Myriad Botanical Gardens hosts third annual Tulip Festival

Graham Dowers The highly anticipated Tulip Festival is underway at the Myriad Botanical Gardens for its third year.

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School cell phone ban passes Oklahoma House, Senate

Oklahoma Leaders React to Trump's Executive Order to Dissolve the Education Department: Key Facts About the U.S. Department of Education

State lawmakers advance dozens of bills, and block dozens more ahead of legislative deadline

Oklahoma lawmaker sues Gov. Stitt over order mandating state employees return to office

Several education bills advance from state Senate

Teacher pay raises, cell phone ban top Oklahoma Senate's education agenda

Oklahoma Lawmakers File Bill To Ban Or Restrict Cell Phone Use In Classrooms Amid Safety Concerns

Oklahoma Lawmakers File Bill To Ban Or Restrict Cell Phone Use In Classrooms Amid Safety Concerns

State Lawmakers Have Plans To Move Forward With Phone-Free Classroom Initiatives

State Lawmakers Have Plans To Move Forward With Phone-Free Classroom Initiatives

Oklahoma Lawmakers Push To Establish Guidelines On Student Cell Phone Usage In Schools

Oklahoma Lawmakers Push To Establish Guidelines On Student Cell Phone Usage In Schools

Your Vote Counts: Phones And Inhalers In Schools, VP Debate, Other Impacts On Election

Your Vote Counts: Phones And Inhalers In Schools, VP Debate, Other Impacts On Election

Your Vote Counts: Phones And Inhalers In Schools, VP Debate, Other Impacts On Election

Your Vote Counts: Phones And Inhalers In Schools, VP Debate, Other Impacts On Election

Edmond State Lawmakers Call On District To Reconsider Flag Policy

Edmond State Lawmakers Call On District To Reconsider Flag Policy

Your Vote Counts: Budget Summit & Reaction To New Immigration Law

Your Vote Counts: Budget Summit & Reaction To New Immigration Law

Proposed Oklahoma Bill Prioritizes Divergent Career Pathways

Proposed Oklahoma Bill Prioritizes Divergent Career Pathways

Lawmakers Push Last Bills Through Committee, Now Head For Debate On The House Floor

Lawmakers Push Last Bills Through Committee, Now Head For Debate On The House Floor

At The Oklahoma State Capitol: A Push To Boost Reading Scores In The State

At The Oklahoma State Capitol: A Push To Boost Reading Scores In The State

The Push To Cut Phones From Classrooms, Lawmakers Discuss Legislation

The Push To Cut Phones From Classrooms, Lawmakers Discuss Legislation

Lawmakers File Legislation Providing More Oversight For State Department Of Education

Lawmakers File Legislation Providing More Oversight For State Department Of Education

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Woman hospitalized, husband in custody after Guthrie shooting

Woman hospitalized, husband in custody after Guthrie shooting

Yukon band holding fundraiser to obtain instruments for Geary High School band

Yukon band holding fundraiser to obtain instruments for Geary High School band

Death toll in Myanmar earthquake rises to at least 1,662 as officials continue to assess damage

Death toll in Myanmar earthquake rises to at least 1,662 as officials continue to assess damage

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Woman hospitalized, husband in custody after Guthrie shooting

Yukon band holding fundraiser to obtain instruments for Geary High School band

Death toll in Myanmar earthquake rises to at least 1,662 as officials continue to assess damage

E-ZPass scam: How to protect yourself from "smishing" and other types of fraud

Oklahoma Forestry Director's firing sparks negative reactions among firefighters and state officials

PHOTOS: Myriad Botanical Gardens hosts third annual Tulip Festival