OKLAHOMA STATES

Jan 26 2026POLITICS

States Want to Bring in More Foreign Workers – Is It a Good Idea?

Oklahoma's Governor Kevin Stitt thinks President Trump should let states bring in more foreign workers. He believes this would help solve the immigration problem and make things less political. Stitt suggests creating a new type of worker visa that states can control. This way, employers can hire fo

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Jan 14 2026BUSINESS

State Laws Shaping the Future of Work

States are taking charge of employment laws, creating a mix of rules that can be confusing for businesses. From AI in hiring to menopause protections, here's what's changing. AI is a hot topic. Some states are making rules to stop AI from being biased in hiring. Illinois has a new law about this, a

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Dec 18 2025SPORTS

Oklahoma City's Olympic Surprise: How a Small City Landed Big Events

Oklahoma City has always been a city on the rise, but no one expected it to become an Olympic host. In 2024, the city made headlines when it was announced that it would host seven medal events for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. This was a big deal for a city that had never hosted an Olympic event be

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Dec 14 2025FINANCE

States Take Charge: A New Era in Consumer Finance Regulation

States are stepping up their game in the world of consumer finance. For a long time, Washington, D. C. was the main hub for enforcing rules in this area. But now, state attorneys general, banking departments, and legislatures are taking on more responsibility. This shift is changing the regulatory l

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Nov 25 2025BUSINESS

Oklahoma's Business Growth Program: A Trade-Off for Companies

Oklahoma has introduced new tax rules that could impact businesses considering the Business Expansion Incentive Program. The Tax Commission has clarified that companies enrolled in this program cannot immediately use certain tax credits. Instead, they must wait until they complete the program to acc

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

Oklahoma's Defense Shines Again, But Can Their Offense Keep Up?

Oklahoma's defense is on fire. They just shut down Missouri's powerful rushing attack, holding them to just 70 yards on the ground. This is the same defense that upset Alabama last week. They're looking like a playoff contender, but there's a big problem: their offense isn't keeping up. John Mateer

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Nov 02 2025SPORTS

Oklahoma's Win: A Lesson in Turning Mistakes into Victories

Oklahoma's football team showed how to turn mistakes into wins. They beat Tennessee 33-27. John Mateer was key. He threw for 159 yards and ran for 80. With less than two minutes left, he scored the final touchdown. This sealed the deal. Tennessee had three turnovers. Oklahoma scored 13 points from

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Nov 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI in Mental Health: States Step Up Where Federal Falls Short

States are making their own rules for AI in mental health. This is happening because the federal government hasn't set clear guidelines yet. But there's a problem: mental health experts aren't always involved in making these rules. This could lead to laws that don't really help people. AI is moving

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Oct 25 2025SPORTS

Fresh Faces on the Line: Oklahoma's Young Tackles Step Up

Oklahoma's offensive line is getting a youthful boost. Ryan Fodje, a true freshman, is set to make his first career start at right tackle. This comes after Derek Simmons, a senior, got hurt in practice. Fodje has been playing guard but is moving back to tackle, a spot he played in high school. Fodj

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Sep 16 2025HEALTH

States Take Action Against Ultraprocessed Foods: A New Push for Healthier Diets

States are taking steps to limit ultraprocessed foods, driven by a new push from the Department of Health and Human Services under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. This movement, part of the “Make America Healthy Again” initiative, aims to address what Kennedy calls a childhood chronic disease crisis. The focu

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