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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.

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.

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.

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.

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

AG Drummond Criticizes OSDE's Delay In Using Funds For Emergency Asthma Inhalers In Schools

News 9 Attorney General Gentner Drummond criticized the Oklahoma State Department of Education for delaying the use of $250,000 in state funds allocated for emergency asthma inhalers, urging them to expedite the procurement process.

AG Drummond Criticizes OSDE's Delay In Using Funds For Emergency Asthma Inhalers In Schools

Your Vote Counts: OSDE 2026 Budget, Criminal Justice Reform In Oklahoma

News On 6 News On 6 political analyst Scott Mitchell talks with Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington discuss OSDE's 2026 budget and the progress on criminal justice reform in Oklahoma.

Your Vote Counts: OSDE 2026 Budget, Criminal Justice Reform In Oklahoma

News On 6 News On 6 political analyst Scott Mitchell talks with Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington discuss OSDE's 2026 budget and the progress on criminal justice reform in Oklahoma.

Your Vote Counts: OSDE 2026 Budget, Criminal Justice Reform In Oklahoma

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell talks with Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington about the recent purging of Oklahoma voter rolls, business courts and child care.

Your Vote Counts: OSDE 2026 Budget, Criminal Justice Reform In Oklahoma

News 9 News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell talks with Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington about the recent purging of Oklahoma voter rolls, business courts and child care.

State Board Of Education Discusses $4.1 Billion Budget, Edmond Public Schools, Bible In Classrooms

News 9 September's State Board of Education meeting had another packed agenda, where members discussed teaching certifications, the education budget, and Bibles in public schools.

State Board Of Education Discusses $4.1 Billion Budget, Edmond Public Schools, Bible In Classrooms

News 9 September's State Board of Education meeting had another packed agenda, where members discussed teaching certifications, the education budget, and Bibles in public schools.

Edmond Schools Flag Policy, Teaching Certificates, Bible Mandate On Agenda For State Board Of Education Meeting

News 9 A policy regarding the public display of flags at Edmond Public Schools will be front and center at Thursday's Oklahoma State Board of Education meeting, officials say.

Edmond Schools Flag Policy, Teaching Certificates, Bible Mandate On Agenda For State Board Of Education Meeting

News 9 A policy regarding the public display of flags at Edmond Public Schools will be front and center at Thursday's Oklahoma State Board of Education meeting, officials say.

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Red Flag Warning Issued For Tulsa, Surrounding Counties As Fire Risk Increases

News On 6 A Red Flag Warning is in effect for Creek, Nowata, Osage, Pawnee, Rogers, Tulsa, and Washington counties as gusty southerly winds, low humidity, and ongoing drought conditions increase the risk of wildfires across the region.

Red Flag Warning Issued For Tulsa, Surrounding Counties As Fire Risk Increases

Make Room For Healing: 40 Tips From A Breast Cancer Survivor

LeAnne Taylor Stage 3 breast cancer survivor Travis Brady shares her journey with News On 6 and offers practical tips in her new book "Make Room for Healing: 40 Tips from a Breast Cancer Survivor."

Make Room For Healing: 40 Tips From A Breast Cancer Survivor

LeAnne Taylor Stage 3 breast cancer survivor Travis Brady shares her journey with News On 6 and offers practical tips in her new book "Make Room for Healing: 40 Tips from a Breast Cancer Survivor."

Oklahoma City Thunder In Denver For Season Opener Against Jokić-Led Nuggets

News On 6 The Oklahoma City Thunder are in Denver on Thursday for the team's NBA season opener against the Nuggets. Tipoff is set for 9 p.m.

Oklahoma City Thunder In Denver For Season Opener Against Jokić-Led Nuggets

News On 6 The Oklahoma City Thunder are in Denver on Thursday for the team's NBA season opener against the Nuggets. Tipoff is set for 9 p.m.

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Red Flag Warning Issued For Tulsa, Surrounding Counties As Fire Risk Increases

Make Room For Healing: 40 Tips From A Breast Cancer Survivor

LeAnne Taylor Stage 3 breast cancer survivor Travis Brady shares her journey with News On 6 and offers practical tips in her new book "Make Room for Healing: 40 Tips from a Breast Cancer Survivor."

Oklahoma City Thunder In Denver For Season Opener Against Jokić-Led Nuggets

News On 6 The Oklahoma City Thunder are in Denver on Thursday for the team's NBA season opener against the Nuggets. Tipoff is set for 9 p.m.

State Board Of Education Weighing Possible Revocation Of Teaching Certificates For Multiple Oklahoma Educators

Addie Crawford The Oklahoma State Board of Education is meeting on Thursday to discuss the possibility of revoking the teaching certificates of several Oklahoma educators.

Tulsa’s Big Brothers Big Sisters Seeks Volunteers For Mentorship Program

News On 6 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma needs volunteers, especially Big Brothers, to mentor over 100 children in Tulsa. Tulsa Area Director Abi Sutherland, Big Brother Phil Armstrong, and Little Brother Dylan Gant stopped by the Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch to talk about the program and its benefits.

Outdoor Pics With Tess: Courtney Overcomes A Broken Femur To Harvest 12-Point Buck

Tess Maune A broken femur couldn't hold Courtney White back from the final day of youth deer gun season. She made it happen with a 12-point buck. If you have a fishing, hunting, or outdoor snapshot you'd like to see featured here, send it to Tess Maune on Facebook.

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