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House Approves $895 Billion Defense Bill With Gender-Affirming Care Restrictions

CBS News The House approved the massive $895 billion National Defense Authorization Act on Wednesday, after a controversial provision on gender-affirming care prompted backlash from Democrats and threatened to topple the must-pass bill's chances in the chamber.

House Approves $895 Billion Defense Bill With Gender-Affirming Care Restrictions

Owasso Rehires Bill Blankenship As Head Football Coach Following Antonio Graham's Resignation

News On 6 Owasso is bringing back Bill Blankenship as head football coach following Antonio Graham's resignation, the school announced.

Owasso Rehires Bill Blankenship As Head Football Coach Following Antonio Graham's Resignation

News On 6 Owasso is bringing back Bill Blankenship as head football coach following Antonio Graham's resignation, the school announced.

Trump Cabinet Picks Seek Senate Confirmation Amid Controversies

News On 6 President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet nominees returned to Capitol Hill on Tuesday to garner Senate support ahead of confirmation hearings.

Trump Cabinet Picks Seek Senate Confirmation Amid Controversies

News On 6 President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet nominees returned to Capitol Hill on Tuesday to garner Senate support ahead of confirmation hearings.

Bice Introduces Bill To Improve Paid Family Leave For Military Families

News On 6 Congresswoman Stephanie Bice has introduced a bipartisan bill to enhance paid family leave for military families, extending leave and eliminating performance evaluations during the absence.

Bice Introduces Bill To Improve Paid Family Leave For Military Families

News On 6 Congresswoman Stephanie Bice has introduced a bipartisan bill to enhance paid family leave for military families, extending leave and eliminating performance evaluations during the absence.

Proposed Bill Aims To Strengthen Stalking Laws, Protect Victims In Oklahoma

News On 6 A new bill filed at the Oklahoma State Capitol seeks to strengthen stalking laws, increase penalties, and connect victims with support services.

Proposed Bill Aims To Strengthen Stalking Laws, Protect Victims In Oklahoma

News On 6 A new bill filed at the Oklahoma State Capitol seeks to strengthen stalking laws, increase penalties, and connect victims with support services.

DC Debrief: Congress Faces Busy Weeks Ahead To Tackle Funding And Defense Bills

News On 6 News On 6 Political Analyst Scott Mitchell and Washington Bureau Chief Alex Cameron discuss funding the government, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), and an extension of the 2018 Farm Bill.

DC Debrief: Congress Faces Busy Weeks Ahead To Tackle Funding And Defense Bills

Bill To Establish Black Wall Street Monument Closer To Becoming Law

Alex Cameron An effort that many Oklahomans say is long overdue could soon come to fruition: federal legislation making the site of the Tulsa Race Massacre a national monument is a step closer to becoming law.

Bill To Establish Black Wall Street Monument Closer To Becoming Law

Your Money Matters: Thanksgiving Grocery Bills Hit 5-Year Low

News On 6 In this week's Your Money Matters, Dave Davis breaks down the Thanksgiving grocery bill cost this year.

Your Money Matters: Thanksgiving Grocery Bills Hit 5-Year Low

News On 6 In this week's Your Money Matters, Dave Davis breaks down the Thanksgiving grocery bill cost this year.

'We Know It's An Issue:' Proposed Bill Could Restrict Wind Turbines From Being Constructed Near Homes

Kaitlyn Deggs Many people in McIntosh County are happy to hear about a new bill that has been proposed for the next legislative session. The proposed law would limit how close wind turbines could be to people's homes.

'We Know It's An Issue:' Proposed Bill Could Restrict Wind Turbines From Being Constructed Near Homes

Oklahoma Food Leaders Urge Delegation To Address Hunger Crisis With New Farm Bill

Alex Cameron Food security advocates from Oklahoma are pressing lawmakers in Washington to pass a new Farm Bill, citing rising demand for hunger relief services and the critical role the bill plays in combating food insecurity across the state.

Oklahoma Food Leaders Urge Delegation To Address Hunger Crisis With New Farm Bill

Jersey Mike's Sandwich Chain Is Acquired By Private Equity Firm Blackstone For $8 Billion

Associated Press Jersey Mike’s, the quickly expanding sandwich chain, is being acquired by asset management giant Blackstone.

Jersey Mike's Sandwich Chain Is Acquired By Private Equity Firm Blackstone For $8 Billion

Associated Press Jersey Mike’s, the quickly expanding sandwich chain, is being acquired by asset management giant Blackstone.

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma State Senate New Leader, Legislature & Mental Health Lawsuit Settlement

News On 6 News On 6 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts.

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma State Senate New Leader, Legislature & Mental Health Lawsuit Settlement

News On 6 News On 6 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts.

Mullin Applauds New Senate Leadership, Dismisses Possibility Of Cabinet Selection

Alex Cameron Senator Markwayne Mullin praises new Senate GOP leader John Thune, dismissing rumors of his own cabinet selection under President Trump.

Mullin Applauds New Senate Leadership, Dismisses Possibility Of Cabinet Selection

Alex Cameron Senator Markwayne Mullin praises new Senate GOP leader John Thune, dismissing rumors of his own cabinet selection under President Trump.

Michael 'The Hybrid' Billups Rises To Top 25 In North American MMA

News On 6 Tulsa MMA fighter and former Union High School wrestler Michael "The Hybrid" Billups is among the top bantamweights in North America following a recent victory.

Michael 'The Hybrid' Billups Rises To Top 25 In North American MMA

News On 6 Tulsa MMA fighter and former Union High School wrestler Michael "The Hybrid" Billups is among the top bantamweights in North America following a recent victory.

Gundy Targets Critics During Press Conference: 'Same Ones That Can't Pay Their Own Bills'

News 9 Oklahoma State University Head Coach Mike Gundy spoke out against fans and people with negative comments about the program amid the team's winless streak in Big 12 play.

Gundy Targets Critics During Press Conference: 'Same Ones That Can't Pay Their Own Bills'

News 9 Oklahoma State University Head Coach Mike Gundy spoke out against fans and people with negative comments about the program amid the team's winless streak in Big 12 play.

Oklahoma Congressman Kevin Hern Sponsors Bill That Aims To Empower Tribes In Child Support Enforcement

Alex Cameron A bill that would give Tribes the same authority that states have in collecting past-due child support payments is making its way through Congress. The lead sponsor of the bipartisan Strengthening State and Tribal Child Support Enforcement Act is Oklahoma Congressman Kevin Hern, who says, sadly, he understands this issue all too well.

Oklahoma Congressman Kevin Hern Sponsors Bill That Aims To Empower Tribes In Child Support Enforcement

NCAA's $2.78 Billion Settlement With Colleges To Allow Athlete Payments Gets Preliminary Approval

Associated Press A judge granted preliminary approval Monday to the $2.78 billion legal settlement that would transform college sports by allowing schools to pay players.

NCAA's $2.78 Billion Settlement With Colleges To Allow Athlete Payments Gets Preliminary Approval

Associated Press A judge granted preliminary approval Monday to the $2.78 billion legal settlement that would transform college sports by allowing schools to pay players.

Tulsa Mayoral Debate: Main Goal With $1 Billion Budget?

News On 6 Monroe Nichols, a Democratic representative for Oklahoma House District 72, is vying for the mayor's seat. Karen Keith, also a Democrat, is the Tulsa County Commissioner for District 2. Her jurisdiction includes Sand Springs, Tulsa, Jenks, and Glenpool.

Tulsa Mayoral Debate: Main Goal With $1 Billion Budget?

DC Debrief With Scott Mitchell & Alex Cameron: 'Clean' CR Bill, Omnibus Package, Oklahomans In DC

News On 6 News On 6 Political Analyst Scott Mitchell and Washington Bureau Chief Alex Cameron have the latest on what's happening in our nation's capitol.

DC Debrief With Scott Mitchell & Alex Cameron: 'Clean' CR Bill, Omnibus Package, Oklahomans In DC

News On 6 News On 6 Political Analyst Scott Mitchell and Washington Bureau Chief Alex Cameron have the latest on what's happening in our nation's capitol.

Oklahoma's $1 Billion In Unclaimed Property: Could Some Of It Belong To You?

Jonathan Polasek Over $1 billion in unclaimed property, ranging from bank accounts to jewelry, remains in Oklahoma, and residents are encouraged to check regularly for their potential assets.

Oklahoma's $1 Billion In Unclaimed Property: Could Some Of It Belong To You?

Jonathan Polasek Over $1 billion in unclaimed property, ranging from bank accounts to jewelry, remains in Oklahoma, and residents are encouraged to check regularly for their potential assets.

Pawnee Bill Ranch And Museum Damaged From Severe Storms

Emory Bryan A storm left damage at the Pawnee Bill Ranch, but the artifacts preserved in the Museum and Mansion are safe.

Pawnee Bill Ranch And Museum Damaged From Severe Storms

Emory Bryan A storm left damage at the Pawnee Bill Ranch, but the artifacts preserved in the Museum and Mansion are safe.

Congress Leaders Agree To Stopgap Funding Bill, Averting Government Shutdown

Alex Cameron Leaders in Congress have reached an agreement on a stopgap funding bill to keep government agencies from shutting down at the end of the month.

Congress Leaders Agree To Stopgap Funding Bill, Averting Government Shutdown

Alex Cameron Leaders in Congress have reached an agreement on a stopgap funding bill to keep government agencies from shutting down at the end of the month.

Senate Republicans Block IVF Package As Democrats Highlight Reproductive Rights

CBS News Senate Republicans blocked legislation that would protect access to IVF on Tuesday, in a vote that Democrats held to draw attention to the issue after former President Donald Trump's recent statements supporting the fertility treatments.

Senate Republicans Block IVF Package As Democrats Highlight Reproductive Rights

Oklahoma Farmers Urge Congress To Pass New Farm Bill, Say Extension Isn’t Enough

Alex Cameron Oklahoma farmers and ranchers are in Washington, D.C., urging Congress to pass a new Farm Bill, citing economic challenges and outdated provisions in the current bill. They say an extension isn't enough.

Oklahoma Farmers Urge Congress To Pass New Farm Bill, Say Extension Isn’t Enough

Broken Arrow Utility Bill Increase Starting In October

News On 6 Starting October 1, Broken Arrow customers will face higher utility bills due to new rate schedules approved by the city council in June.

Broken Arrow Utility Bill Increase Starting In October

News On 6 Starting October 1, Broken Arrow customers will face higher utility bills due to new rate schedules approved by the city council in June.

Green Country Voters Head To The Polls Tuesday, Voting On 2 Senate Seats

Kaitlyn Deggs Lots of people are interested in two runoffs for Oklahoma Senate seats because that could affect the direction of the Senate.

Green Country Voters Head To The Polls Tuesday, Voting On 2 Senate Seats

Kaitlyn Deggs Lots of people are interested in two runoffs for Oklahoma Senate seats because that could affect the direction of the Senate.

Oklahoma Has $1 Billion In Money And Property Waiting To Be Claimed

Chinh Doan The State Treasurer said there are $1 billion in money and property just waiting for Oklahomans to claim. From life insurance policies to money and family heirlooms, it takes just a few seconds to check if any of it may belong to you.

Oklahoma Has $1 Billion In Money And Property Waiting To Be Claimed

Tulsa Nonprofit Helping Oklahomans Pay Utility Bills Seeing Surge In In Requested Assistance

MaKayla Glenn A Tulsa nonprofit dedicated to assisting people with their utility bills has seen a large influx of requests for help so far this summer, organizers say.

Tulsa Nonprofit Helping Oklahomans Pay Utility Bills Seeing Surge In In Requested Assistance

MaKayla Glenn A Tulsa nonprofit dedicated to assisting people with their utility bills has seen a large influx of requests for help so far this summer, organizers say.

Senator Mullin Sponsors Bill To Improve Treatment For Traumatic Brain Injuries

Alex Cameron A Senate committee last week gave overwhelming support to a measure to improve treatment for people who suffer from traumatic brain injuries, or TBI's. The bill's primary sponsor is Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin, whose family understands this issue better than most.

Senator Mullin Sponsors Bill To Improve Treatment For Traumatic Brain Injuries

Claremore Residents Face Higher Utility Bills With GRDA Rate Increase

Kaitlyn Deggs Many people in Claremore are already frustrated by higher-than-normal utility bills, and on Monday, they learned their bills could get even higher.

Claremore Residents Face Higher Utility Bills With GRDA Rate Increase

Kaitlyn Deggs Many people in Claremore are already frustrated by higher-than-normal utility bills, and on Monday, they learned their bills could get even higher.

Senate Passes Landmark Legislation To Protect Kids Online

News On 6 The legislation combines two bills: the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and the Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0). Together, supporters say, they send a strong message to the companies that own Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and other social media outlets.

Senate Passes Landmark Legislation To Protect Kids Online

The Hot Seat: Senate Pro-Tem Designee Sen. Lonnie Paxton Joins Scott Mitchell

News On 6 Scott Mitchell is joined by Lonnie Paxton, the state Senate Pro-Tem designee from Tuttle, on the Hot Seat this Saturday.

The Hot Seat: Senate Pro-Tem Designee Sen. Lonnie Paxton Joins Scott Mitchell

News On 6 Scott Mitchell is joined by Lonnie Paxton, the state Senate Pro-Tem designee from Tuttle, on the Hot Seat this Saturday.

Claremore Residents Frustrated After Utility Bills Increase After Tornado

Kaitlyn Deggs A Claremore woman is frustrated after she says her electric bill went up by $100 even though she wasn’t living in her house for more than a week after the tornado in May.

Claremore Residents Frustrated After Utility Bills Increase After Tornado

Kaitlyn Deggs A Claremore woman is frustrated after she says her electric bill went up by $100 even though she wasn’t living in her house for more than a week after the tornado in May.

Bipartisan Tax Bill Fails In Senate

Alex Cameron In their last action before leaving for August recess, Republicans in the United States Senate blocked consideration of a bill that would have expanded the Child Tax Credit and reinstated a number tax breaks for businesses.

Bipartisan Tax Bill Fails In Senate

'The Outsiders: A New Musical' Lands At No. 1 On Billboard Cast Albums Chart

News On 6 The original Broadway cast recording for "The Outsiders: A New Musical," has hit No. 1 on the Billboard Cast Albums Chart.

'The Outsiders: A New Musical' Lands At No. 1 On Billboard Cast Albums Chart

News On 6 The original Broadway cast recording for "The Outsiders: A New Musical," has hit No. 1 on the Billboard Cast Albums Chart.

State Representative Reacts to Legal Battle Over Immigration Bill

News On 6 The State of Oklahoma is fighting back against a federal judge who halted the enforcement of its controversial immigration bill, HB 4156.

State Representative Reacts to Legal Battle Over Immigration Bill

News On 6 The State of Oklahoma is fighting back against a federal judge who halted the enforcement of its controversial immigration bill, HB 4156.

'We're Very Confident': Billy Bowman On Preparation For SEC

News On 6 Billy Bowman meets with the media at SEC Media Days. "Horns down shouldn't be a penalty anyway."

'We're Very Confident': Billy Bowman On Preparation For SEC

News On 6 Billy Bowman meets with the media at SEC Media Days. "Horns down shouldn't be a penalty anyway."

Tulsa Farmers' Market Parking Mishap Leads To Towed Cars, Big Bills

Matt Rahn A day at the Tulsa Farmers' Market ended with towed cars and big bills for some over the weekend. Visitors say an eye doctor's office near the market decided to tow away several cars from its parking lot.

Tulsa Farmers' Market Parking Mishap Leads To Towed Cars, Big Bills

House Science Committee Approves NASA Reauthorization Bill

Alex Cameron The House Science Committee took a step this week that its chairman, Oklahoma’s Frank Lucas, says could be significant in shaping the future of space exploration and technology. The committee unanimously approved bipartisan legislation to reauthorize NASA, the National Air and Space Administration.

House Science Committee Approves NASA Reauthorization Bill

Claremore Residents Concerned With Electric Bill Increase

Cal Day Some Claremore utility customers are wondering why their electric bills are much higher this month. The city says it does not charge anyone during an outage. But some customers say something had to cause the increase this month, and their questions are not getting answered.

Claremore Residents Concerned With Electric Bill Increase

'He Will Be Remembered': U.S. Senate Speaks On Inhofe's Legacy Following His Death

Alex Cameron It was an outpouring of love and respect this morning on the floor of the United States Senate. A half dozen Senators spoke from the heart about their friend and former Oklahoma colleague, Jim Inhofe, who passed away at age 89 Tuesday morning in Tulsa.

'He Will Be Remembered': U.S. Senate Speaks On Inhofe's Legacy Following His Death

State Grocery Tax Elimination Bill To Take Effect In August

Eden Jones Oklahoma is one of 13 states that has a sales tax on groceries. But that will change later this summer when a new law goes into effect that eliminates the state sales tax on groceries.

State Grocery Tax Elimination Bill To Take Effect In August

Eden Jones Oklahoma is one of 13 states that has a sales tax on groceries. But that will change later this summer when a new law goes into effect that eliminates the state sales tax on groceries.

Jury Rules NFL Violated Antitrust Laws In 'Sunday Ticket' Case And Awards $4.7 Billion In Damages

Associated Press A jury in U.S. District Court ruled Thursday the NFL violated antitrust laws in distributing out-of-market Sunday afternoon games on a premium subscription service and has awarded nearly $4.7 billion in damages.

Jury Rules NFL Violated Antitrust Laws In 'Sunday Ticket' Case And Awards $4.7 Billion In Damages

'An Important Package': House Republicans Pass Nearly-$900 Billion NDAA, With Some Amendments

Alex Cameron In a mostly party line vote, House Republicans Friday passed their version of the annual National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA. The nearly $900 billion measure includes standard support for the military, but also some nods to conservative cultural positions that most Democrats wouldn’t support.

'An Important Package': House Republicans Pass Nearly-$900 Billion NDAA, With Some Amendments

Oklahoma Man Frustrated After Hospital Patient Protection Bill Fails To Pass

Kaitlyn Deggs The bill has a hospital patients’ bill of rights that includes the right to have family members there, the right to have medical procedures explained in a way that’s easy to understand, and the right to get enough information before consenting to a procedure.

Oklahoma Man Frustrated After Hospital Patient Protection Bill Fails To Pass

Your Vote Counts: Senate Takeover

News On 6 Political analyst Scott Mitchell talks to Sen. Julia Kirt and Sen. Darrell Weaver about what is happening in the Oklahoma Senate.

Your Vote Counts: Senate Takeover

News On 6 Political analyst Scott Mitchell talks to Sen. Julia Kirt and Sen. Darrell Weaver about what is happening in the Oklahoma Senate.

Gov. Kevin Stitt Signs Bill Clarifying Religious Guidelines For Oklahoma School Boards

Chloe Abbott Gov. Kevin Stitt has signed a bill into law that lays out guidelines for school boards when it comes to letting students leave school for religious or moral purposes.

Gov. Kevin Stitt Signs Bill Clarifying Religious Guidelines For Oklahoma School Boards

Chloe Abbott Gov. Kevin Stitt has signed a bill into law that lays out guidelines for school boards when it comes to letting students leave school for religious or moral purposes.

Full Video: Gov. Kevin Stitt Signs Arkansas River Levee Funding Bill

News On 6 Governor Kevin Stitt stopped in Tulsa to sign a bill giving more funding for repairs and upgrades to the levees along the Arkansas River.

Full Video: Gov. Kevin Stitt Signs Arkansas River Levee Funding Bill

News On 6 Governor Kevin Stitt stopped in Tulsa to sign a bill giving more funding for repairs and upgrades to the levees along the Arkansas River.

Historic Felony Sentencing Reform Bill Heads To Gov. Stitt's Desk

Erin Conrad A landmark sentencing reform bill is headed to Governor Kevin Stitt for his signature after it was passed in the Senate this week.

Historic Felony Sentencing Reform Bill Heads To Gov. Stitt's Desk

Erin Conrad A landmark sentencing reform bill is headed to Governor Kevin Stitt for his signature after it was passed in the Senate this week.

House GOP Targets Swift Approval Of Appropriations Bills For 2025

Alex Cameron Leaders in the Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives have laid out an aggressive schedule to try and pass all of the FY 2025 appropriations bills, and the new Chairman of Appropriations, Oklahoma’s Tom Cole, is right in the thick of it.

House GOP Targets Swift Approval Of Appropriations Bills For 2025

Hall of Famer, NBA Legend Bill Walton Dies At 71

News On 6 NBA legend and Hall of Famer Bill Walton has died according to a report by NBA officials. He was 71.

Hall of Famer, NBA Legend Bill Walton Dies At 71

News On 6 NBA legend and Hall of Famer Bill Walton has died according to a report by NBA officials. He was 71.

Woman In Custody Accused Of Spending Elderly Mother's Money Instead Of Paying Assisted Living Bills

News On 6 Investigators said Valerie Shehan owed more than $31,000 to the assisted living facility, despite having nearly $50,000 from selling her mother's house.

Woman In Custody Accused Of Spending Elderly Mother's Money Instead Of Paying Assisted Living Bills

News On 6 Investigators said Valerie Shehan owed more than $31,000 to the assisted living facility, despite having nearly $50,000 from selling her mother's house.

NCAA, Leagues Back $2.8 Billion Settlement, Setting Stage For Dramatic Change Across College Sports

Associated Press The NCAA and the nation’s five biggest conferences announced Thursday night that they have agreed to pay nearly $2.8 billion to settle a host of antitrust claims, a monumental decision that sets the stage for a groundbreaking revenue-sharing model that could start directing millions of dollars directly to athletes as soon as the 2025 fall semester.

NCAA, Leagues Back $2.8 Billion Settlement, Setting Stage For Dramatic Change Across College Sports

'Important Piece Of Legislation': House Debates $1.5 Trillion Farm Bill Impacting Food, National Security

Alex Cameron Congressman Lucas (R-OK3), a rancher in Roger Mills County, has worked on every Farm Bill since his election to Congress in 1994. In an interview Wednesday, Lucas said the GOP proposal basically takes the text of the 2018 bill and tweaks it to reflect changes in economic conditions.

'Important Piece Of Legislation': House Debates $1.5 Trillion Farm Bill Impacting Food, National Security

Senate Reintroduces Border Reform Bill

Alex Cameron Senator Lankford (R-OK) has been candid in expressing his disappointment in many Republican colleagues for, he feels, prioritizing political considerations over practical ones in blocking the border reform bill back in February. Now, three and a half months later, Sen. Lankford is calling out Democrats for also playing politics with the bill.

Senate Reintroduces Border Reform Bill

New Version Of Domestic Violence Survivor Bill Passes Through Senate, Headed To House Vote

News On 6 A bill meant to help victims of domestic violence was initially vetoed by the Governor but passed through the Senate with updated language on Thursday.

New Version Of Domestic Violence Survivor Bill Passes Through Senate, Headed To House Vote

News On 6 A bill meant to help victims of domestic violence was initially vetoed by the Governor but passed through the Senate with updated language on Thursday.

Sen. Lankford Proposes Bill To Make Historic Greenwood District A National Monument

Jordan Tidwell Becoming a national monument puts the area under the National Park Service.

Sen. Lankford Proposes Bill To Make Historic Greenwood District A National Monument

Jordan Tidwell Becoming a national monument puts the area under the National Park Service.

Congress Moving Closer To Passing Farm Bill Before Session Ends

Alex Cameron Dead in the water just two months ago, a new Farm Bill has sprung to life, giving Agriculture supporters like Oklahoma's Frank Lucas hope that Congress could pass this important piece of legislation before the end of the session, and perhaps even sooner.

Congress Moving Closer To Passing Farm Bill Before Session Ends

House Passes 'Weather Act', But Will The Legislation Pass Through The Senate?

Alex Cameron As Oklahomans rebound from this latest round of severe storms, Congress is moving legislation intended to improve weather forecasters’ ability to predict them. The Weather Act passed the House last week with strong, but not unanimous, support from the Oklahoma delegation.

House Passes 'Weather Act', But Will The Legislation Pass Through The Senate?

Tulsa Mayor Discusses $1 Billion City Budget Proposal

News On 6 In April, Mayor G.T. Bynum presented the city's budget to the Tulsa City Council. For the first time, it's more than $1 billion. Mayor Bynum joined us to talk about where that money would go if approved.

Tulsa Mayor Discusses $1 Billion City Budget Proposal

Households Depending On Benefits To Help With Internet Costs Now Face Higher Bills

MaKayla Glenn The Affordable Connectivity Program was an FCC benefit program that launched December 2021, to ensure eligible households could afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more. That program has now expired.

Households Depending On Benefits To Help With Internet Costs Now Face Higher Bills

'The Levees Are Just Pitiful': Bill To Put $50 Million Towards Tulsa Levee System Advances

Chloe Abbott A bill that would put $50 million toward fixing the levees along the Arkansas River advances at the state capitol.

'The Levees Are Just Pitiful': Bill To Put $50 Million Towards Tulsa Levee System Advances

Chloe Abbott A bill that would put $50 million toward fixing the levees along the Arkansas River advances at the state capitol.

'Going To Make America Safer': President Signs $95 Billion Foreign Aid Package

Alex Cameron The package features military assistance for Ukraine and Israel and passed with strong bipartisan support, including the support of Oklahoma Senators Lankford and Mullin.

'Going To Make America Safer': President Signs $95 Billion Foreign Aid Package

Alex Cameron The package features military assistance for Ukraine and Israel and passed with strong bipartisan support, including the support of Oklahoma Senators Lankford and Mullin.

Oklahoma Senate Tells Lorene Bible They Don't Have Time To Hear Lauria And Ashley's Law

Chloe Abbott Lorene Bible is asking people to call the Oklahoma State Senate after finding out Lauria and Ashley's law won't be heard.

Oklahoma Senate Tells Lorene Bible They Don't Have Time To Hear Lauria And Ashley's Law

Chloe Abbott Lorene Bible is asking people to call the Oklahoma State Senate after finding out Lauria and Ashley's law won't be heard.

Oklahoma District Attorney's Claim Loopholes In Senate Bill 1470 Could Give Criminal's Lighter Sentences

Emory Bryan The state senate has voted to override Gov. Kevin Stitt's veto of legislation that some lawmakers say protects victims.

Oklahoma District Attorney's Claim Loopholes In Senate Bill 1470 Could Give Criminal's Lighter Sentences

Emory Bryan The state senate has voted to override Gov. Kevin Stitt's veto of legislation that some lawmakers say protects victims.

Cursive Handwriting Bill Signed Into Law By Gov. Kevin Stitt

News On 6 A bill that requires all Oklahoma public and charter schools to teach cursive writing to students in third through fifth grades has been signed into law.

Cursive Handwriting Bill Signed Into Law By Gov. Kevin Stitt

News On 6 A bill that requires all Oklahoma public and charter schools to teach cursive writing to students in third through fifth grades has been signed into law.

Biden Signs A $95 Billion War Aid Measure With Assistance For Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan

Associated Press President Joe Biden signed into law on Wednesday a $95 billion war aid measure that includes aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan and that also has a provision that would force social media site TikTok to be sold or be banned in the U.S.

Biden Signs A $95 Billion War Aid Measure With Assistance For Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan

Bill Requiring Insurance Companies To Cover Fertility Treatment For Cancer Patients, Survivors Passed By Oklahoma House

Eden Jones The bill is called “Corinne's Law," named after Corinne Dinges, who battled Ewing’s Sarcoma for three years before passing away in 2021.

Bill Requiring Insurance Companies To Cover Fertility Treatment For Cancer Patients, Survivors Passed By Oklahoma House

Eden Jones The bill is called “Corinne's Law," named after Corinne Dinges, who battled Ewing’s Sarcoma for three years before passing away in 2021.

Foreign Aid Bills Advance From House To Senate

Alex Cameron A $95 billion package of foreign aid—the majority for Ukraine and Israel—made it through the United States House of Representatives over the weekend with strong bipartisan support.

Foreign Aid Bills Advance From House To Senate

Alex Cameron A $95 billion package of foreign aid—the majority for Ukraine and Israel—made it through the United States House of Representatives over the weekend with strong bipartisan support.

Senate Rejects Mayorkas Impeachment Charges At Trial

CBS News The Senate quickly dispensed with the two impeachment charges against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, convening a short-lived trial Wednesday.

Senate Rejects Mayorkas Impeachment Charges At Trial

CBS News The Senate quickly dispensed with the two impeachment charges against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, convening a short-lived trial Wednesday.

Bill Requiring Oklahoma Schools To Teach Cursive Writing Heading To Governor’s Desk

Chloe Abbott A bill is headed to the governor's desk that would require all Oklahoma public and charter schools to teach cursive writing to students in third through fifth grades. Right now, some schools teach cursive, but it's not required.

Bill Requiring Oklahoma Schools To Teach Cursive Writing Heading To Governor’s Desk

Tulsa Mayor Presents Next Year's Billion Dollar Budget To City Council

Kaitlyn Deggs Some of the specific items are pay increases for city employees, operating the new Zink Lake, and creating a new position to help with homeless programs.

Tulsa Mayor Presents Next Year's Billion Dollar Budget To City Council

Kaitlyn Deggs Some of the specific items are pay increases for city employees, operating the new Zink Lake, and creating a new position to help with homeless programs.

Senate Rejects Impeachment Charges Against Secretary Mayorkas

Alex Cameron The United States Senate’s impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is over before it started. Democrats, who narrowly control the Senate, voted Wednesday to dismiss the articles of impeachment over the strong objections of Republicans.

Senate Rejects Impeachment Charges Against Secretary Mayorkas

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To Senate

CBS News Articles of impeachment for Director of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas have been delivered to the Senate. The House narrowly voted to impeach Mayorkas claiming he violated the Constitution by deliberately refusing to enforce border security laws. CBS News's Natalie Brand joined News On 6 to talk about what happens next.

House Sends Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To Senate

Bill In State Legislature To Regulate Virtual Learning In Oklahoma Schools

Cal Day A bill moving through the state legislature would require school districts to justify their use of virtual learning days. A Green Country school district says this could impact the way it uses online learning.

Bill In State Legislature To Regulate Virtual Learning In Oklahoma Schools

Bill Allowing Veteran Discounts At Liquor Stores Heads To Oklahoma House Floor

Chloe Abbott A bill that would allow liquor stores in Oklahoma to give veteran discounts has made it out of committee and is headed to the house floor.

Bill Allowing Veteran Discounts At Liquor Stores Heads To Oklahoma House Floor

Chloe Abbott A bill that would allow liquor stores in Oklahoma to give veteran discounts has made it out of committee and is headed to the house floor.

Oklahoma State Lawmakers Working On Bill That Would Create Criminal Penalties On Illegal Immigrants

News On 6 House Speaker Charles McCall said the goal of the proposed law is to make Oklahoma the least attractive state in the nation for illegal immigrants.

Oklahoma State Lawmakers Working On Bill That Would Create Criminal Penalties On Illegal Immigrants

News On 6 House Speaker Charles McCall said the goal of the proposed law is to make Oklahoma the least attractive state in the nation for illegal immigrants.

FISA Renewal Bill Held Up On Procedural Vote

Alex Cameron Division within the House Republican conference is jeopardizing the ongoing ability of the federal government to keep tabs on potential threats from adversaries through the renewal of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, or FISA.

FISA Renewal Bill Held Up On Procedural Vote

Oklahoma Lawmakers React To Congress Passing 2024 Funding Bills

Alex Cameron Congress has several issues to handle when lawmakers return to Capitol Hill next week. But, a deadline to avoid a government shutdown won't be one of them.

Oklahoma Lawmakers React To Congress Passing 2024 Funding Bills

Alex Cameron Congress has several issues to handle when lawmakers return to Capitol Hill next week. But, a deadline to avoid a government shutdown won't be one of them.

New House Bill Could Change Graduation Requirements For Public High School Education

Jayden Brannon A House Bill could change high school graduation requirements. The bill would remove the current requirement that said students need a fine arts credit to get a diploma.

New House Bill Could Change Graduation Requirements For Public High School Education

Jayden Brannon A House Bill could change high school graduation requirements. The bill would remove the current requirement that said students need a fine arts credit to get a diploma.

Lawmakers Argue For Bill On Texas Border Issues

Alex Cameron Lawyers for the federal government and the state of Texas were in front of an appeals court Wednesday, arguing over the constitutionality of a Texas law that allows local officers to arrest and charge immigrants suspected of entering the country illegally.

Lawmakers Argue For Bill On Texas Border Issues

Gov. Stitt Vetoes Bill Aimed At Allowing Nurse Practitioners To Prescribe Drugs Without A Doctor's Supervision

News On 6 Gov. Stitt has vetoed a bill that would have allowed some nurse practitioners to apply for the authority to prescribe medications without a doctor's supervision. Stitt said that he did not find the bill to be a "prudent solution" to the challenges facing healthcare in rural communities.

Gov. Stitt Vetoes Bill Aimed At Allowing Nurse Practitioners To Prescribe Drugs Without A Doctor's Supervision

Gov. Stitt Signs Bill Raising Price Of Hunting, Fishing Licenses

News On 6 Gov. Kevin Stitt signed a bill to raise the prices of hunting and fishing licenses. Annual fishing licenses will go from 25 to 30 dollars for Oklahoma residents.

Gov. Stitt Signs Bill Raising Price Of Hunting, Fishing Licenses

News On 6 Gov. Kevin Stitt signed a bill to raise the prices of hunting and fishing licenses. Annual fishing licenses will go from 25 to 30 dollars for Oklahoma residents.

Proposed Bill Would Increase Hunting, Fishing License Costs In Oklahoma; Impacts Out-Of-State Hobbyists More

Chloe Abbott A bill is headed to the governor’s desk that would raise the price of hunting and fishing licenses for people who live in Oklahoma, as well as those people who come here from out of state, to hunt and fish.

Proposed Bill Would Increase Hunting, Fishing License Costs In Oklahoma; Impacts Out-Of-State Hobbyists More

Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford Announces Bid For Vice Chair Of Senate Republican Caucus

News On 6 Oklahoma Senator James Lankford says he's running for Vice Chair of the Senate Republican Caucus.

Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford Announces Bid For Vice Chair Of Senate Republican Caucus

News On 6 Oklahoma Senator James Lankford says he's running for Vice Chair of the Senate Republican Caucus.

Oklahoma Bill Aims To Shield Farmers From Lawsuits Over Waste Runoff If Following State Laws

Kaitlyn Deggs A bill making its way through the Oklahoma Senate would keep farmers from facing environmental lawsuits if they are following the laws. Those against the bill say it could lead to rivers being polluted and no one being held accountable.

Oklahoma Bill Aims To Shield Farmers From Lawsuits Over Waste Runoff If Following State Laws

Rep. Cole Pushing For Indian Boarding School Investigation Bill

Alex Cameron A full investigation and accounting of the indoctrination and abuse that took place at Indian boarding schools in Oklahoma and across the country is the aim of bipartisan legislation now under consideration on Capitol Hill.

Rep. Cole Pushing For Indian Boarding School Investigation Bill

US House Passes Bill That Could Lead To Nationwide TikTok Ban

Associated Press The House on Wednesday passed a bill that would lead to a nationwide ban of the popular video app TikTok if its China-based owner doesn’t sell, as lawmakers acted on concerns that the company’s current ownership structure is a national security threat.

US House Passes Bill That Could Lead To Nationwide TikTok Ban

Bill To Lengthen Sentences Of Sex Offenders Named For Henryetta Murder Victims Passes House

Kaitlyn Deggs Knight’s Law would make anyone convicted of six different sex crimes serve 100% of their sentence.

Bill To Lengthen Sentences Of Sex Offenders Named For Henryetta Murder Victims Passes House

Kaitlyn Deggs Knight’s Law would make anyone convicted of six different sex crimes serve 100% of their sentence.

State Bill Aims To Help Firefighters Get Free Cancer Screenings

Matt Rahn The goal of House Bill 3573 is to help the roughly 20,000 paid and volunteer firefighters across the state, like the ones at Rock Fire Department, who were busy Tuesday taming grassfires.

State Bill Aims To Help Firefighters Get Free Cancer Screenings

Matt Rahn The goal of House Bill 3573 is to help the roughly 20,000 paid and volunteer firefighters across the state, like the ones at Rock Fire Department, who were busy Tuesday taming grassfires.

Proposed Bill Would Change Graduation Requirements, Focus On Making Students More Career Ready

Jordan Tidwell The lawmaker who wrote the bill says it would focus on making kids more career ready and not just college ready.

Proposed Bill Would Change Graduation Requirements, Focus On Making Students More Career Ready

Jordan Tidwell The lawmaker who wrote the bill says it would focus on making kids more career ready and not just college ready.

Bill Passes House That Would Clear Up Teacher Bonus Program

Kaitlyn Deggs The bill would give $7,000 a year to teachers who qualify for five years for a total of $35,000 instead of giving them all the money up front.

Bill Passes House That Would Clear Up Teacher Bonus Program

Kaitlyn Deggs The bill would give $7,000 a year to teachers who qualify for five years for a total of $35,000 instead of giving them all the money up front.

Oklahoma Lawmaker Creates Bill To End Time Changes

Cal Day Some state lawmakers want to end the time change by keeping clocks permanently on either standard or daylight saving time.

Oklahoma Lawmaker Creates Bill To End Time Changes

Cal Day Some state lawmakers want to end the time change by keeping clocks permanently on either standard or daylight saving time.

Bill Making Thefts Of $500 Or More A Felony Passes To Oklahoma Senate

Reagan Ledbetter Those who support the bill say property crimes have increased since 780 passed and they believe it encourages thieves because there's little to no punishment. Those against this bill say this is not the answer because they say it will just cost taxpayers more money by jailing more people.

Bill Making Thefts Of $500 Or More A Felony Passes To Oklahoma Senate

New Bill Proposes Tax Incentive For Oklahoma Employers To Help With Daycare Costs, Tax Credit For Childcare Workers

Kristen Weaver Representative Suzanne Schreiber said Oklahoma has too few childcare centers that are too expensive for many families, leading to fewer people returning to the workforce after having kids. House Bill 4147 would give a tax credit to childcare workers and incentivize employers to help employees pay for childcare, operate a daycare, or buy spots at a daycare for employees.

New Bill Proposes Tax Incentive For Oklahoma Employers To Help With Daycare Costs, Tax Credit For Childcare Workers

A Bill That Could Lead To A TikTok Ban Is Gaining Momentum In Congress, Here's What To Know

CBS News The House Energy and Commerce Committee quickly and unanimously advanced the bill on Thursday afternoon. It's unclear if it has enough support right now to pass the full House.

A Bill That Could Lead To A TikTok Ban Is Gaining Momentum In Congress, Here's What To Know

CBS News The House Energy and Commerce Committee quickly and unanimously advanced the bill on Thursday afternoon. It's unclear if it has enough support right now to pass the full House.

Proposed Bill Would Make Changes To Wills Invalid If Made By Someone Diagnosed With Dementia Or Alzheimer's

Chloe Abbott A proposed bill in the state legislature would make all power of attorneys, wills, trusts, and any other estate planning invalid if they were made or changed by someone diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia.

Proposed Bill Would Make Changes To Wills Invalid If Made By Someone Diagnosed With Dementia Or Alzheimer's

'We Are Desperate': Tulsa Lawmaker Files Bill To Make Daycare More Affordable, Accessible

News On 6 Lawmakers are discussing a bill whose sponsor says will help Oklahoma workers by making daycares more accessible and affordable.

'We Are Desperate': Tulsa Lawmaker Files Bill To Make Daycare More Affordable, Accessible

News On 6 Lawmakers are discussing a bill whose sponsor says will help Oklahoma workers by making daycares more accessible and affordable.

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Gundy Targets Critics During Press Conference: 'Same Ones That Can't Pay Their Own Bills'

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Oklahoma Congressman Kevin Hern Sponsors Bill That Aims To Empower Tribes In Child Support Enforcement

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Senate Republicans Block IVF Package As Democrats Highlight Reproductive Rights

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Oklahoma Farmers Urge Congress To Pass New Farm Bill, Say Extension Isn’t Enough

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Green Country Voters Head To The Polls Tuesday, Voting On 2 Senate Seats

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Claremore Residents Face Higher Utility Bills With GRDA Rate Increase

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Claremore Residents Frustrated After Utility Bills Increase After Tornado

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Bipartisan Tax Bill Fails In Senate

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'The Outsiders: A New Musical' Lands At No. 1 On Billboard Cast Albums Chart

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'We're Very Confident': Billy Bowman On Preparation For SEC

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