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Oklahoma Republicans Dispute U.S. Senate Seat Transition Timeline

Oklahoma Republicans Dispute U.S. Senate Seat Transition Timeline

A dispute has emerged among Oklahoma Republicans regarding the transition of a U.S. Senate seat following the November general election. The contention is between current appointed Senator Alan Armstrong and likely successor, Representative Kevin Hern. Senator Armstrong, appointed by Governor Kevin Stitt to fill the remainder of former Senator Markwayne Mullin's term, wishes to serve until January. Conversely, Representative Hern, who won the Republican primary for the seat, seeks to be sworn in shortly after the election results are certified in November. The core of the disagreement lies in the interpretation of Oklahoma law concerning when an appointed officer's term officially ends and when an elected successor can assume office. Oklahoma State Senate Pro Temp Lonnie Paxton has requested a formal legal opinion from Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond to clarify the matter, specifically asking whether the term ends upon election certification or in January, and if the governor has the authority t...
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Tulsa Air Space Museum Acquires Former Thunderbird F-16 for Permanent Display

Tulsa Air Space Museum Acquires Former Thunderbird F-16 for Permanent Display

The Tulsa Air & Space Museum (TASM) is expanding its aircraft collection with the addition of an F-16C Fighting Falcon, Serial No. 86-0281, which previously served with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. This aircraft, known for its distinctive red, white, and blue configuration, was Thunderbird No. 1 during the 2006 season. The F-16C is expected to arrive at the museum within the next three to six months, following necessary preparation, transportation, and installation work. Once installed, it will become a permanent display, highlighting Oklahoma’s aviation and military history. The acquisition was made possible with assistance from the Oklahoma Office of Management and Enterprise Services, as well as support from the offices of Congressman Kevin Hern and Senator Markwayne Mullin. TASM has launched 'Operation: Thunderbird,' a fundraising campaign with a goal of $60,000, to cover the costs associated with bringing the aircraft to its new home, including preparation, specialized transportation, restoration,...
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Track path of eye-popping Category 5 Hurricane Polo as it strengthens

Track path of eye-popping Category 5 Hurricane Polo as it strengthens

Hurricane Polo has regained its strength to a Category 5 hurricane. Here's a look at where the storm is projected to head next.
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Oklahoma Anticipates Drought Relief as Strengthening El Niño Offers Hope to Agricultural Producers

Oklahoma Anticipates Drought Relief as Strengthening El Niño Offers Hope to Agricultural Producers

Oklahoma State Climatologist Gary McManus has indicated that drought relief may be on the horizon for the state's agricultural lands due to a strengthening El Niño pattern. Speaking at a recent Drought Commission meeting, McManus detailed the severe drought conditions currently affecting Oklahoma, particularly the western and central regions, which have experienced extreme to exceptional drought. Some areas in southwest and west-central Oklahoma have recorded their driest or second-driest year on record over the past 365 days. The intense dry spell has persisted since August of the previous year. However, a powerful El Niño developing in the Pacific is projected to reach 'very strong' or even 'historic' levels. This El Niño typically leads to wetter-than-normal conditions for Oklahoma and the southern U.S., with increased probabilities for above-normal precipitation from October through March. While not a guarantee, this forecast represents a significant shift from the previous year's below-normal moisture...
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Oklahoma must allow taxpayer-funded religious charter school, judge rules

Oklahoma must allow taxpayer-funded religious charter school, judge rules

By Nate Raymond Sept 24 (Reuters) - A federal judge in Oklahoma cleared the way on Thursday for a Jewish organization to establish the nation's first taxpayer-funded religious charter school in a case over religious rights in American education that could eventually reach the US Supreme Court. 
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Oklahoma Governor's Efficiency Initiative Dashboard Taken Offline Amid Discrepancies

Oklahoma Governor's Efficiency Initiative Dashboard Taken Offline Amid Discrepancies

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt's government efficiency initiative, DOGE-OK, launched in February 2025 with the goal of cutting waste, reducing spending, and shrinking state government, has had its public dashboard taken offline. This action followed the discovery of discrepancies regarding reported headcount reductions and estimated savings. The governor's office stated that a malfunction in calculations on the website led to its removal. While the dashboard initially showed an increase in state employees since Stitt took office in 2019, the governor's office later clarified that the headcount has been reduced by 116 employees. The DOGE-OK program expired on July 4, but its online tracker, as of September 14, indicated over $102 million in estimated savings. However, the dashboard did not specify how much of these estimated savings were actually realized. A review of projects listed on the dashboard showed 94 completed projects with approximately $43 million in estimated savings, and 61 projects still in pr...
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Lawmakers to seek Senate approval of permanent US ban on Chinese cars

Lawmakers to seek Senate approval of permanent US ban on Chinese cars

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Sept 24 (Reuters) - The authors of bipartisan legislation to make permanent a ban on Chinese vehicles in the United States plan to use a fast-track procedure to win Senate approval on Thursday, as President Donald Trump meets with China's President Xi Jinping,
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19 states ready for permanent daylight saving time. What about Ohio?

19 states ready for permanent daylight saving time. What about Ohio?

Some states have enacted laws to make daylight saving time permanent, but the laws can't take effect until Congress allows it at the federal level.
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Oklahoma Primary Aluminum Project Forecasts $49 Billion Economic Impact for Oklahoma

Oklahoma Primary Aluminum Project Forecasts $49 Billion Economic Impact for Oklahoma

Oklahoma Primary Aluminum Project Forecasts $49 Billion Economic Impact for Oklahoma
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Rare September Heat Dome Shatters Records in U.S.

Rare September Heat Dome Shatters Records in U.S.

A rare heat dome in mid-September 2026 has brought record-breaking temperatures across the south-central United States. On September 15, cities like Dallas, Memphis, and Nashville experienced extreme heat, with temperatures reaching 101°F (38.3°C), 99°F (37.2°C), and 100°F (37.8°C), respectively. These readings were significantly above normal for the date, with Nashville breaking a daily record that had stood since 1927. The heat dome, characterized by high atmospheric pressure, trapped hot air near the surface, leading to persistent high temperatures and limited cloud cover. NASA maps showed the darkest red areas over Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, and Tennessee. This event followed the warmest June-through-August period ever recorded for the contiguous United States, according to NOAA.
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Quiet Riot Names John Torra as New Frontman After Online Audition

Quiet Riot Names John Torra as New Frontman After Online Audition

Quiet Riot Names John Torra as New Frontman After Online Audition
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Seattle the first U.S. city to ban 'surveillance pricing' on groceries

Seattle the first U.S. city to ban 'surveillance pricing' on groceries

Seattle has become the first city in the country to approve a ban on grocery stores using customer data and artificial intelligence to alter prices.