Oklahoma Hospitals Face Closure Crisis- Can Managed Medicaid Keep Them Afloat?

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Oklahoma Hospitals Face Closure Crisis- Can Managed Medicaid Keep Them Afloat?

Oklahoma’s healthcare landscape is facing significant challenges, with numerous hospitals, particularly in rural areas, grappling with financial instability. In response, the state’s transition to a managed Medicaid system, known as Sooner Select, aims to bolster hospital revenues and ensure the sustainability of healthcare services.​ Financial Struggles of Oklahoma Hospitals Recent reports indicate that approximately 60% … Read more

Oklahoma Senate Subcommittee Rejects OSDE’s $3 Million Bible Funding Request From Budget

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Oklahoma Senate Subcommittee Rejects OSDE’s $3 Million Bible Funding Request From Budget

In recent legislative sessions, the Oklahoma Senate Education Subcommittee elected not to include the Oklahoma State Department of Education’s (OSDE) request for a $3 million allocation to distribute Bibles in public school classrooms in its recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2026. This decision reflects ongoing debates concerning the separation of church and state, fiscal responsibility, … Read more

Powerful Storms Bring Blizzards and Tornado Threats Across the U.S.

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Powerful Storms Bring Blizzards and Tornado Threats Across the U.S.

A powerful storm system has recently swept across the United States, bringing a combination of blizzard conditions, severe thunderstorms, and tornado threats. This dynamic weather event has affected multiple regions, leading to fatalities, property damage, and widespread disruptions.​ Impacts Across the Nation Mississippi: The state experienced tragic losses, with three fatalities attributed to severe weather … Read more

Oklahoma Governor Orders Special Audit Of State Mental Health Department

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Oklahoma Governor Orders Special Audit Of State Mental Health Department

In a decisive move to ensure fiscal responsibility and transparency, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has called for a special audit of the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS). This initiative aims to scrutinize the agency’s financial activities over the past five years, following concerns raised by Commissioner Allie Friesen regarding potential … Read more

Proposed SNAP Cuts Could Slash $300 Million from Oklahoma’s Economy Annually

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Proposed SNAP Cuts Could Slash $300 Million from Oklahoma’s Economy Annually

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, plays a pivotal role in combating food insecurity across the United States. In Oklahoma, approximately 700,000 residents, or 17.2% of the state’s population, rely on SNAP benefits to meet their nutritional needs. Recent federal budget proposals suggest significant cuts to SNAP funding, which could … Read more

Oklahoma City Police Investigate Attempted Home Break-In On NE 20th Street

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Oklahoma City Police Investigate Attempted Home Break-In On NE 20th Street

On March 2, 2025, the Oklahoma City Police Department (OCPD) responded to an attempted break-in at a residence located in the 1400 block of NE 20th Street. The incident occurred during the early hours of Sunday morning, prompting a swift response from law enforcement.​ Incident Details According to OCPD reports, an unidentified individual was captured … Read more