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States Divided On Gun Control, Even As Mass Shootings Rise

States Divided On Gun Control, Even As Mass Shootings Rise

Associated Press Aside from several Democratic-controlled states, the majority have taken no action on gun control in recent years or have moved aggressively to expand gun rights.

Oklahoma Democrats Urge Reform Following School Shooting, Republicans Decry Politicizing Tragedy

Oklahoma Democrats Urge Reform Following School Shooting, Republicans Decry Politicizing Tragedy

Storme Jones Democrats at the state capitol argue gun laws need to be strengthened while Republicans point to mental health. It's a conversation that has been had before.

Trump Rebuked With Stinging Losses In Georgia GOP Contests

Trump Rebuked With Stinging Losses In Georgia GOP Contests

Associated Press Gov. Brian Kemp of Georgia easily dispatched Donald Trump’s hand-picked challenger on Tuesday in a Republican primary that demonstrated the limits of the former president and his conspiracy-fueled politics in a critical swing state.

Report: Oklahoma Lawmakers Eating Well On Lobbyist’s Dime

Report: Oklahoma Lawmakers Eating Well On Lobbyist’s Dime

Storme Jones A nonpartisan political group is calling out lawmakers for eating thousands of dollars of free meals with lobbyists footing the bill.

Courts Stymie Abortion Bans In Iowa, Other GOP-Led States

Courts Stymie Abortion Bans In Iowa, Other GOP-Led States

Associated Press With a staunch anti-abortion Republican governor and large GOP legislative majorities, Iowa would seem poised to ban abortion if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade.

Oklahoma Republicans Split On Abortion Ban, GOP Lawmakers Overwhelmingly Favor

Oklahoma Republicans Split On Abortion Ban, GOP Lawmakers Overwhelmingly Favor

Storme Jones Oklahoma Republicans are split on whether all abortions should be banned in the state, according to December polling. However, when it comes to how Republican lawmakers vote on bills to do just that, it's quite lopsided.

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Oklahoma Congressional Delegation Votes On Oil, Gas Company 'Price Gouging' Bill

Oklahoma Congressional Delegation Votes On Oil, Gas Company 'Price Gouging' Bill

Alex Cameron Oklahoma's congressional delegation cast five emphatic 'no' votes Thursday on legislation to stop alleged price gouging by oil and gas companies.

Oklahoma Congressional Delegation Votes On Oil, Gas Company 'Price Gouging' Bill

Oklahoma Congressional Delegation Votes On Oil, Gas Company 'Price Gouging' Bill

Alex Cameron Oklahoma's congressional delegation cast five emphatic 'no' votes Thursday on legislation to stop alleged price gouging by oil and gas companies.

US Lawmakers Urge Binding Vote On Puerto Rico Status

US Lawmakers Urge Binding Vote On Puerto Rico Status

Associated Press A group of mostly Democratic congress members, including the House majority leader, on Thursday proposed a binding plebiscite to decide whether Puerto Rico should become a state or gain some sort of independence.

US Lawmakers Urge Binding Vote On Puerto Rico Status

US Lawmakers Urge Binding Vote On Puerto Rico Status

Associated Press A group of mostly Democratic congress members, including the House majority leader, on Thursday proposed a binding plebiscite to decide whether Puerto Rico should become a state or gain some sort of independence.

House Passes Bill To Crack Down On Alleged Gas Price Gouging

House Passes Bill To Crack Down On Alleged Gas Price Gouging

CBS News The House of Representatives passed a bill along party lines Thursday that seeks to lower gas prices by cracking down on alleged price gouging by energy companies.

House Passes Bill To Crack Down On Alleged Gas Price Gouging

House Passes Bill To Crack Down On Alleged Gas Price Gouging

CBS News The House of Representatives passed a bill along party lines Thursday that seeks to lower gas prices by cracking down on alleged price gouging by energy companies.

Oklahoma Delegation Reacts To Nationwide Baby Formula Shortage

Oklahoma Delegation Reacts To Nationwide Baby Formula Shortage

Alex Cameron The national shortage of baby formula has become the latest partisan issue to ripple through the nation’s capital, prompting a flurry of actions by the Biden Administration, Democrats and charges of "too little, too late" from Republicans.

Oklahoma Delegation Reacts To Nationwide Baby Formula Shortage

Oklahoma Delegation Reacts To Nationwide Baby Formula Shortage

Alex Cameron The national shortage of baby formula has become the latest partisan issue to ripple through the nation’s capital, prompting a flurry of actions by the Biden Administration, Democrats and charges of "too little, too late" from Republicans.

GOP Directs Culture War Fury Toward Green Investing Trend

GOP Directs Culture War Fury Toward Green Investing Trend

Associated Press Republicans are coming out swinging against Wall Street’s growing efforts to consider factors like long-term environmental risk in investment decisions, the latest indication that the GOP is willing to damage its relationship with big business to score culture war points.

GOP Directs Culture War Fury Toward Green Investing Trend

GOP Directs Culture War Fury Toward Green Investing Trend

Associated Press Republicans are coming out swinging against Wall Street’s growing efforts to consider factors like long-term environmental risk in investment decisions, the latest indication that the GOP is willing to damage its relationship with big business to score culture war points.

Congress OKs Latest $40B To Help Ukraine Repulse Russia

Congress OKs Latest $40B To Help Ukraine Repulse Russia

Associated Press The Senate overwhelmingly approved a $40 billion infusion of military and economic aid for Ukraine and its allies on Thursday as both parties rallied behind America’s latest, and quite possibly not last, financial salvo against Russia’s invasion.

Congress OKs Latest $40B To Help Ukraine Repulse Russia

Congress OKs Latest $40B To Help Ukraine Repulse Russia

Associated Press The Senate overwhelmingly approved a $40 billion infusion of military and economic aid for Ukraine and its allies on Thursday as both parties rallied behind America’s latest, and quite possibly not last, financial salvo against Russia’s invasion.

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Gov. Stitt Responds To Push For Special Session From Lawmakers Over Federal COVID Funding

Gov. Stitt Responds To Push For Special Session From Lawmakers Over Federal COVID Funding

Jordan Dafnis State lawmakers call a special session to take back control over how Oklahoma will spend almost $2 billion dollars in COVID-19 relief.

Gov. Stitt Responds To Push For Special Session From Lawmakers Over Federal COVID Funding

Gov. Stitt Responds To Push For Special Session From Lawmakers Over Federal COVID Funding

Jordan Dafnis State lawmakers call a special session to take back control over how Oklahoma will spend almost $2 billion dollars in COVID-19 relief.

House Passes Domestic Terrorism Bill After Buffalo Shooting

House Passes Domestic Terrorism Bill After Buffalo Shooting

Associated Press The House passed legislation late Wednesday night that would bolster federal resources to prevent domestic terrorism in response to the racist mass shooting in Buffalo, New York.

House Passes Domestic Terrorism Bill After Buffalo Shooting

House Passes Domestic Terrorism Bill After Buffalo Shooting

Associated Press The House passed legislation late Wednesday night that would bolster federal resources to prevent domestic terrorism in response to the racist mass shooting in Buffalo, New York.

Senate Republicans Challenge Biden Over Record-High Gas Prices

Senate Republicans Challenge Biden Over Record-High Gas Prices

Alex Cameron Republican senators, including Oklahoma Senator James Lankford, held a press conference Wednesday to discuss the current record-high gasoline prices.

Senate Republicans Challenge Biden Over Record-High Gas Prices

Senate Republicans Challenge Biden Over Record-High Gas Prices

Alex Cameron Republican senators, including Oklahoma Senator James Lankford, held a press conference Wednesday to discuss the current record-high gasoline prices.

White House Moves To Loosen Remittance, Flight Rules On Cuba

White House Moves To Loosen Remittance, Flight Rules On Cuba

Associated Press The Biden administration announced Monday that it will expand flights to Cuba, take steps to loosen restrictions on U.S. travelers to the island, and lift Trump-era restrictions on remittances that immigrants can send to people on the island.

White House Moves To Loosen Remittance, Flight Rules On Cuba

White House Moves To Loosen Remittance, Flight Rules On Cuba

Associated Press The Biden administration announced Monday that it will expand flights to Cuba, take steps to loosen restrictions on U.S. travelers to the island, and lift Trump-era restrictions on remittances that immigrants can send to people on the island.

In Buffalo, Biden Mourns Victims, Says ‘Evil Will Not Win’

In Buffalo, Biden Mourns Victims, Says ‘Evil Will Not Win’

Associated Press President Joe Biden on Tuesday condemned the poison of white supremacy and said the nation must “reject the lie” of the racist “replacement theory” espoused by the shooter who killed 10 Black people in Buffalo.

In Buffalo, Biden Mourns Victims, Says ‘Evil Will Not Win’

In Buffalo, Biden Mourns Victims, Says ‘Evil Will Not Win’

Associated Press President Joe Biden on Tuesday condemned the poison of white supremacy and said the nation must “reject the lie” of the racist “replacement theory” espoused by the shooter who killed 10 Black people in Buffalo.

US Reaches Deal To Reopen Shuttered Baby Formula Plant

US Reaches Deal To Reopen Shuttered Baby Formula Plant

Associated Press U.S. officials on Monday reached an agreement to allow baby formula maker Abbott to restart its largest domestic factory, though it will be two months or more before any new products ship from the site to help alleviate the national shortage facing parents.

US Reaches Deal To Reopen Shuttered Baby Formula Plant

US Reaches Deal To Reopen Shuttered Baby Formula Plant

Associated Press U.S. officials on Monday reached an agreement to allow baby formula maker Abbott to restart its largest domestic factory, though it will be two months or more before any new products ship from the site to help alleviate the national shortage facing parents.

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How To Participate In Taps Across America With CBS

How To Participate In Taps Across America With CBS

CBS News For the third year in a row, CBS is marking Memorial Day by inviting musicians of all abilities and ages across the country to honor our fallen soldiers by playing Taps during the National Moment of Remembrance at 3 p.m. local time.

How To Participate In Taps Across America With CBS

How To Participate In Taps Across America With CBS

CBS News For the third year in a row, CBS is marking Memorial Day by inviting musicians of all abilities and ages across the country to honor our fallen soldiers by playing Taps during the National Moment of Remembrance at 3 p.m. local time.

Amid Protests, NRA Meets In Texas After School Massacre

Amid Protests, NRA Meets In Texas After School Massacre

Associated Press The National Rifle Association began its annual convention in Houston on Friday, three days after a gunman killed 19 students and two teachers at an elementary school on the other side of the state, renewing the national debate over gun violence.

Amid Protests, NRA Meets In Texas After School Massacre

Amid Protests, NRA Meets In Texas After School Massacre

Associated Press The National Rifle Association began its annual convention in Houston on Friday, three days after a gunman killed 19 students and two teachers at an elementary school on the other side of the state, renewing the national debate over gun violence.

A Good Man: Exhibits Honor ‘Peanuts’ Creator Schulz On 100th

A Good Man: Exhibits Honor ‘Peanuts’ Creator Schulz On 100th

Associated Press New exhibits on display at the Billy Ireland museum and at the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center in Santa Rosa, California, are celebrating the upcoming centenary of the birth of “Peanuts” cartoonist Schulz, born in Minnesota on Nov. 26, 1922.

A Good Man: Exhibits Honor ‘Peanuts’ Creator Schulz On 100th

A Good Man: Exhibits Honor ‘Peanuts’ Creator Schulz On 100th

Associated Press New exhibits on display at the Billy Ireland museum and at the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center in Santa Rosa, California, are celebrating the upcoming centenary of the birth of “Peanuts” cartoonist Schulz, born in Minnesota on Nov. 26, 1922.

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How To Participate In Taps Across America With CBS

How To Participate In Taps Across America With CBS

CBS News For the third year in a row, CBS is marking Memorial Day by inviting musicians of all abilities and ages across the country to honor our fallen soldiers by playing Taps during the National Moment of Remembrance at 3 p.m. local time.

Amid Protests, NRA Meets In Texas After School Massacre

Amid Protests, NRA Meets In Texas After School Massacre

Associated Press The National Rifle Association began its annual convention in Houston on Friday, three days after a gunman killed 19 students and two teachers at an elementary school on the other side of the state, renewing the national debate over gun violence.

A Good Man: Exhibits Honor ‘Peanuts’ Creator Schulz On 100th

A Good Man: Exhibits Honor ‘Peanuts’ Creator Schulz On 100th

Associated Press New exhibits on display at the Billy Ireland museum and at the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center in Santa Rosa, California, are celebrating the upcoming centenary of the birth of “Peanuts” cartoonist Schulz, born in Minnesota on Nov. 26, 1922.

Watch: OU Health Chief of Psychiatry Offers Tips On Dealing With Phone Addiction

Watch: OU Health Chief of Psychiatry Offers Tips On Dealing With Phone Addiction

News On 6 Do you have nomophobia? That's the fear of being without a mobile device.

At Long Last, Jury Gets Closing Arguments In Depp Trial

At Long Last, Jury Gets Closing Arguments In Depp Trial

News 9 Johnny Depp’s lawyers asked a jury Friday “to give Mr. Depp his life back” by finding his ex-wife, Amber Heard, guilty of libel.

During Texas School Shooting, Delay In Breaching School Door Was 'Wrong Decision,' Official Says

During Texas School Shooting, Delay In Breaching School Door Was 'Wrong Decision,' Official Says

CBS News The head of the Texas Department of Public Safety is giving updates Friday on the investigation into this week's deadly shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde. Agency Director Steven McCraw is holding a press conference amid growing questions about how police responded when a gunman entered the school and killed 19 children and two teachers.

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Jan. 6 Panel Subpoenas McCarthy, 4 Other GOP Lawmakers

Jan. 6 Panel Subpoenas McCarthy, 4 Other GOP Lawmakers

Associated Press A House panel issued subpoenas Thursday to House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy and four other GOP lawmakers in its probe into the violent Jan. 6 insurrection, an extraordinary step that has little precedent and is certain to further inflame partisan tensions over the 2021 attack.

Jan. 6 Panel Subpoenas McCarthy, 4 Other GOP Lawmakers

Jan. 6 Panel Subpoenas McCarthy, 4 Other GOP Lawmakers

Associated Press A House panel issued subpoenas Thursday to House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy and four other GOP lawmakers in its probe into the violent Jan. 6 insurrection, an extraordinary step that has little precedent and is certain to further inflame partisan tensions over the 2021 attack.

Jan. 6 Panel Subpoenas McCarthy, Four Other GOP Lawmakers

Jan. 6 Panel Subpoenas McCarthy, Four Other GOP Lawmakers

Associated Press A House panel issued subpoenas Thursday to House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy and four other GOP lawmakers in its probe into the violent Jan. 6 insurrection, an extraordinary step that has little precedent and is certain to further inflame partisan tensions over the 2021 attack.

Jan. 6 Panel Subpoenas McCarthy, Four Other GOP Lawmakers

Jan. 6 Panel Subpoenas McCarthy, Four Other GOP Lawmakers

Associated Press A House panel issued subpoenas Thursday to House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy and four other GOP lawmakers in its probe into the violent Jan. 6 insurrection, an extraordinary step that has little precedent and is certain to further inflame partisan tensions over the 2021 attack.

Senate Vote To Support Roe V. Wade Expected To Fall Short

Senate Vote To Support Roe V. Wade Expected To Fall Short

Associated Press The Senate rushed Wednesday into an almost-certain-to-fail vote toward enshrining Roe v. Wade abortion access as federal law, a blunt display of the nation’s partisan divide over the landmark court decision and the limits of legislative action.

Senate Vote To Support Roe V. Wade Expected To Fall Short

Senate Vote To Support Roe V. Wade Expected To Fall Short

Associated Press The Senate rushed Wednesday into an almost-certain-to-fail vote toward enshrining Roe v. Wade abortion access as federal law, a blunt display of the nation’s partisan divide over the landmark court decision and the limits of legislative action.

US Inflation Hit 8.3% Last Month But Slows From 40-year High

US Inflation Hit 8.3% Last Month But Slows From 40-year High

Associated Press Inflation slowed in April after seven months of relentless gains, a tentative sign that price increases may be peaking while still imposing a financial strain on American households.

US Inflation Hit 8.3% Last Month But Slows From 40-year High

US Inflation Hit 8.3% Last Month But Slows From 40-year High

Associated Press Inflation slowed in April after seven months of relentless gains, a tentative sign that price increases may be peaking while still imposing a financial strain on American households.

Republican Border Concerns Grow Over Title 42 Deadline

Republican Border Concerns Grow Over Title 42 Deadline

Alex Cameron In two weeks, the Biden administration is planning to end the use of what's known as Title 42 at the southern border.

Republican Border Concerns Grow Over Title 42 Deadline

Republican Border Concerns Grow Over Title 42 Deadline

Alex Cameron In two weeks, the Biden administration is planning to end the use of what's known as Title 42 at the southern border.

Republican's Disapprove Of White House's 'Disinformation Governance Board'

Republican's Disapprove Of White House's 'Disinformation Governance Board'

Alex Cameron The Biden administration is facing significant partisan backlash over its creation of a Disinformation Governance Board intended to protect the country from threats that are “exacerbated by disinformation.”

Republican's Disapprove Of White House's 'Disinformation Governance Board'

Republican's Disapprove Of White House's 'Disinformation Governance Board'

Alex Cameron The Biden administration is facing significant partisan backlash over its creation of a Disinformation Governance Board intended to protect the country from threats that are “exacerbated by disinformation.”

Oklahoma Delegation Reacts To Biden Administration's Plans To End Title 42

Oklahoma Delegation Reacts To Biden Administration's Plans To End Title 42

Alex Cameron In just over two weeks, the Biden administration is planning to end the use of what's known at Title 42 at the southern border. Republicans, and especially some of Oklahoma's congressional delegation, have been warning that this is a mistake.

Oklahoma Delegation Reacts To Biden Administration's Plans To End Title 42

Oklahoma Delegation Reacts To Biden Administration's Plans To End Title 42

Alex Cameron In just over two weeks, the Biden administration is planning to end the use of what's known at Title 42 at the southern border. Republicans, and especially some of Oklahoma's congressional delegation, have been warning that this is a mistake.

Official: US Gave Intel Before Ukraine Sank Russian Warship

Official: US Gave Intel Before Ukraine Sank Russian Warship

Associated Press The U.S. says it shared intelligence with Ukraine about the location of the Russian missile cruiser Moskva prior to the strike that sank the warship, an incident that was a high-profile failure for Russia’s military.

Official: US Gave Intel Before Ukraine Sank Russian Warship

Official: US Gave Intel Before Ukraine Sank Russian Warship

Associated Press The U.S. says it shared intelligence with Ukraine about the location of the Russian missile cruiser Moskva prior to the strike that sank the warship, an incident that was a high-profile failure for Russia’s military.

Senate To Vote Next Week On Protecting Abortion Rights

Senate To Vote Next Week On Protecting Abortion Rights

Associated Press The Senate will vote next week on legislation that would codify abortion rights into federal law as Democrats mount their response to the Supreme Court’s leaked draft decision that would overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling.

Senate To Vote Next Week On Protecting Abortion Rights

Senate To Vote Next Week On Protecting Abortion Rights

Associated Press The Senate will vote next week on legislation that would codify abortion rights into federal law as Democrats mount their response to the Supreme Court’s leaked draft decision that would overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling.

Dept. Of Homeland Security Works To Clear Up Confusion Around New 'Disinformation' Board

Alex Cameron The Biden administration is facing significant partisan backlash over its creation of a Disinformation Governance Board intended to safeguard the country from threats that are “exacerbated by disinformation.”

Dept. Of Homeland Security Works To Clear Up Confusion Around New 'Disinformation' Board

Alex Cameron The Biden administration is facing significant partisan backlash over its creation of a Disinformation Governance Board intended to safeguard the country from threats that are “exacerbated by disinformation.”

Norman Mineta, Transportation Secretary In 9/11 Era, Dies

Norman Mineta, Transportation Secretary In 9/11 Era, Dies

Associated Press Norman Mineta, who broke racial barriers for Asian Americans serving in high-profile government posts and ordered commercial flights grounded after the 9/11 terror attacks as the nation’s federal transportation secretary, died Tuesday. He was 90.

Norman Mineta, Transportation Secretary In 9/11 Era, Dies

Norman Mineta, Transportation Secretary In 9/11 Era, Dies

Associated Press Norman Mineta, who broke racial barriers for Asian Americans serving in high-profile government posts and ordered commercial flights grounded after the 9/11 terror attacks as the nation’s federal transportation secretary, died Tuesday. He was 90.

Oklahoma Senators And Chief Justice Roberts Respond To Leaked Abortion Draft

Oklahoma Senators And Chief Justice Roberts Respond To Leaked Abortion Draft

Alex Cameron Amidst raging political fallout, an investigation has been launched into the leak of a draft majority opinion that indicates the Supreme Court is on the verge of reversing the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling that legalized abortion across the United States almost 50 years ago.

Oklahoma Senators And Chief Justice Roberts Respond To Leaked Abortion Draft

Oklahoma Senators And Chief Justice Roberts Respond To Leaked Abortion Draft

Alex Cameron Amidst raging political fallout, an investigation has been launched into the leak of a draft majority opinion that indicates the Supreme Court is on the verge of reversing the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling that legalized abortion across the United States almost 50 years ago.

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