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Paul Monies shares how Cedar Lake residents are pointing blame at a wealthy, politically connected neighbor over severe local water problems, while Maya Henry examines the stark differences in bail schedules across 25 Oklahoma counties. Plus, Brenna Witchey breaks down new coverage on Native American student success and the federal funding deficit that threatens future progress. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Maya Henry dives into Alpha School, an expensive, controversial private school system coming to Oklahoma this fall that relies on AI with zero teachers. Andrea Eger breaks down an upcoming August 25 ballot initiative facing Oklahoma voters. Jake Ramsey exposes an out-of-state corporate landlord operating one of Oklahoma City’s most active eviction pipelines. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Paul Monies examines a Republican gubernatorial candidate’s surprising board attendance record, while reporter J.C. Hallman breaks down the legal questions surrounding an Insurance Commissioner candidate's swift state residency swap. Plus, Jake Ramsey details severe property mismanagement at Vesta Realty and how it’s leaving local tenants in the lurch. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Keaton Ross breaks down State Question 846, a proposed constitutional amendment on voter identification in Oklahoma. Maya Henry looks into a little-known campaign funding rule that could make running for office more accessible for parents. J.C. Hallman joins to discuss two major homeowners insurance stories currently sweeping the state. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Andrea Eger reveals how Edmond Public Schools renewed several administrator contracts only to eliminate their positions weeks later. Plus, Paul Monies reports on lower Medicaid payment estimates for Oklahoma hospitals, and summer intern Maya Henry breaks down the consequences of the expiration of a 2021 harm reduction law. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
J.C. Hallman discusses the climax of the State Farm and Hursh saga following a major Supreme Court ruling, while intern Maya Henry investigates a surge in bail scams that victims say law enforcement is failing to adequately address. Plus, Stephen Martin details how a new $72 million transmission line built to fix Oklahoma’s power congestion has instead sparked secret real estate deals and attracted power-hungry AI data centers. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Keaton Ross and summer intern Maya Henry track a historic flood of outside political spending and targeted ad campaigns shaking up the June 16 primary elections. Plus, as states push forward with artificial intelligence laws despite federal warnings, reporter Andrea Eger reveals why nearly all AI legislation in the Oklahoma Legislature has hit a dead end. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Reporter Andrea Eger heads to Inola to find the local residents who actually want a controversial $4 billion aluminum smelter built in their town. Plus, Jennifer Palmer and Maya Henry investigate a major shift in how Oklahoma county jails handle inmate visitations, and Jake Ramsey breaks down the complex factors driving the homelessness crisis in Norman. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Stephen Martin breaks down how oversupply and regulation are crashing Oklahoma’s cannabis boom, while Elizabeth Caldwell investigates how two gubernatorial candidates view a massive proposed aluminum smelter in Inola. Plus, Paul Monies details an investigation into the state treasurer’s frequent use of a state vehicle to commute to a rural satellite office. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
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Reporter Paul Monies digs deeper into the state’s Invest in Oklahoma program, tracking a campaign contribution linked to State Treasurer Todd Russ’s re-election campaign. Plus, J.C. Hallman returns with an exclusive look into a mysterious State Farm whistleblower with deep Oklahoma roots, and Jake Ramsey breaks down the proposed eviction reform bills from this year's legislative session. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Oklahoma’s education funding paradox takes center stage as Andrea Eger untangles why historic state investments clash with rock-bottom national rankings. Plus, Raynee Howell explores how global conflicts are squeezing local soybean farmers, and Jennifer Palmer breaks down the most consequential new education laws. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Ben Fenwick breaks down how an ultra-ideological faction is quietly capturing control of the state Republican Party and targeting incumbent lawmakers. Plus, Paul Monies reports on the fallout after the governor’s former chief of staff wins a bid to manage key state pension assets, and Keaton Ross examines an upcoming state question proposing a gradual minimum wage increase to $15 per hour. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Investigative leads from Jennifer Palmer reveal the missed warning signs behind the tragic dog mauling of an Oklahoma City toddler, while J.C. Hallman explores the high-stakes mystery surrounding a deputy’s death and the journals he left behind. Plus, Jake Ramsey examines new data exposing how Oklahoma’s eviction process is being used as a tool for rent collection. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
A previously unseen toxin surfaces in Oklahoma, raising urgent questions about the safety of industrial biosolids and the transparency of our air-monitoring systems. Plus, we look at the rising trend of Republican primary challengers vowing to reject lobbyist gifts, and the latest developments in the ongoing investigation into financial links within the state’s Invest in Oklahoma program. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Deep dives into accountability and legal stalemates lead this week’s episode. Investigative reporter Andrea Eger explores a lingering thread in the Epic Charter Schools investigation that just wouldn't stay buried, while J.C. Hallman details a high-stakes standoff between State Farm and a retired federal judge over a hidden adjuster’s report. Plus, Keaton Ross breaks down the legislative push to tighten Oklahoma’s conflict-of-interest laws. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Homeowners insurance disputes hit the high court as the Hursh family’s battle with State Farm reaches the Oklahoma Supreme Court. Plus, we look at the human cost of corporate housing through the lens of a recent Edmond eviction, and Paul Monies breaks down the legislative state questions set to shape the August primary runoff. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Struggling developers face a high-stakes paradox as they fight to revive Oklahoma’s dilapidated properties. Plus, we dive into the potential fallout of the state’s Republican primary and launch a new series, Unaccountable, with a look at the unsettling reality of bike stops in Duncan. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
A sudden leadership shakeup at the state’s tech-startup agency and a new policy allowing e-cigarette sales in Oklahoma prisons. We also return to the complex world of state guardianship with three interconnected stories on the system's impact. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Plans unfold for the nation’s largest aluminum plant at the Port of Inola, sparking a clash between economic promises and local outcry. Plus, we examine a possible $175 million surge in federal immigration funding for Oklahoma law enforcement and AG Gentner Drummond’s escalating legal battle over a controversial Jewish charter school application. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.
Stephen Martin’s latest takes a look at Oklahoma's fatal police encounters, ranking third in the nation. Jake Ramsey wrote about problems that have continued to pile up at rental properties owned by Vesta Realty. Paul Monies has an update on the planned conversion of the state’s largest workers compensation insurer to a new type of company. Shaun Witt hosts.
J.C. Hallman’s work on State Farm continued with a story about two motion to dismiss hearings in Chickasha. Keaton Ross wrote about legislative efforts to change how Oklahoma courts determine bond amounts. Jennifer Palmer on Oklahoma’s fall in the state education rankings. Shaun Witt hosts.
Keaton Ross reported on ongoing technical issues that have prevented municipal voters from accessing campaign finance reports. Paul Monies looked into how one state agency is dealing with the uncertainty over federal funds under the Trump administration and government shutdowns.Elizabeth Caldwell updates us on the case of Stillwater teenager Jesse Butler who was convicted last year on 11 counts related to rape and strangulation. He received a sentence of counseling and community service, which has caused an outcry. Shaun Witt hosts.
Jake Ramsey discusses the proposed Senate Bill 1545. Paul Monies has an update on some of the lawsuits still pending stemming from the significant natural gas costs for Oklahoma utility customers following a winter storm in 2021. Keaton Ross talks about how Republican gubernatorial candidates have loaned themselves millions to launch their campaigns ahead of the June 16 primary election. Shaun Witt hosts.
Stephen Martin provides an overview of recent developments in the Farm Bill and its specific impact on Oklahoma farmers. Jennifer Palmer's latest story digs into the latest school enrollment data for Oklahoma public schools. Ginnie Graham wrote about a projected $18 million deficit at the OU School of Community Medicine in Tulsa and how it is addressing the shortfall. Shaun Witt hosts.
Stephen Martin's latest story was a deep dive into the Survivors' Act and how, a year after it became law, implementation hasn't been what everyone hoped. Paul Monies looked into the large numbers of lawmakers running for higher office and how they are able to keep their leadership positions in the Legislature. J.C. Hallman returns with another story about State Farm, which over the past two months has come under significant scrutiny over bad-faith roof claims. This story is a little different and much more tragic. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jake Ramsey detailed several proposed bills in the upcoming legislative session that could provide balance to Oklahoma’s Landlord-Tenant Act. Keaton Ross reported on a dip in parole grant rates when the five-member Pardon and Parole Board is operating at reduced capacity. After reporter J.C. Hallman's latest story focuses on an Edmond family and offers details on State Farm practices across the country. Ted Streuli hosts.
Ben Fenwick examined Oklahoma's high burnout rate among family caregivers. Jennifer Palmer digs into the behind-the-scenes chaos of the financial crisis at Epic Charter School. J.C. Hallman looks at Molly Bullock’s years of reporting on the Arkansas River to examine if Oklahoma is at risk for a catastrophic flood similar to the one that killed 138 people in Texas in July 2025. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross reported on a settled dispute over Oklahoma’s medical parole statute. Paul Monies looked into the Oklahoma State Department of Health and its policy in not sharing measles cases by county. On Dec. 30, Oklahoma County District Court Judge Amy Palumbo issued an important ruling in Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s motion to intervene in cases involving State Farm. J.C. Hallman has been covering the story for weeks now. Ted Streuli Hosts.
J.C. Hallman’s coverage of insurance in Oklahoma continued this week with a wrap-up of voices responding to the Oklahoma Insurance Department’s suggestions of new insurance laws for the legislative session starting in February. Keaton Ross reported that Oklahoma’s prison population increased for a third consecutive year in 2025. Reporter Paul Monies looked into the spread of the Save Oklahoma Plan, a conservative policy proposal developed by a freshman lawmaker that has been adopted by some statewide GOP candidates. Shaun Witt hosts.
Jake Ramsey on an out-of-state trailer park owner hiking rents and forcing vulnerable tenants into rent-to-own deals. Keaton Ross about the Ethics Commission’s decision to restore public access to an online campaign finance database. A couple weeks ago, J.C. Hallman broke the story of a large number of lawsuits involving State Farm Insurance Company, and followed that up with news of Attorney General Gentner Drummond stepping in to intervene in the case with a charge that the insurance giant may be guilty of racketeering. Now, J.C. does a deep dive on the history of insurance and racketeering. Shaun Witt hosts.
Paul Monies looked into delays by the Commissioners of the Land Office that led to the state missing out on revenue from a data center on school lands. Keaton Ross wrote about the Oklahoma Department of Corrections’ refusal to release body camera footage under the Oklahoma Open Records Act. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jake Ramsey reported on the effects of the government shutdown on evictions. Ginnie Graham's latest story explored the unique challenges rural areas have when trying to quantify homelessness. J.C. Hallman filed two more stories about insurance in Oklahoma this time about a series of cases involving State Farm and homeowners' insurance.
Paul Monies has more on Oklahoma Treasurer Todd Russ's continuing efforts to change the investment focus of the state’s tobacco settlement trust fund. Jennifer Palmer talked to a domestic violence advocate who resigned in protest from the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board. J.C. Hallman’s published a second piece about the effort of CompSource Mutual to “demutualize.” Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross' latest is about an ongoing legal challenge to a bill that makes it more cumbersome to get an initiative petition on the ballot. J.C. Hallman explores how the idea of competition is defined in Oklahoma law, and what that has to do with how much you pay to insure your home. Maria Guinnip reported the latest installment in our series “Justice in No Man’s Land”. Shaun Witt hosts.
Elizabeth Caldwell discusses allegations at a Coweta middle school and one man’s vigilante-style approach to bring attention to the problem. Jake Ramsey covered the eviction of Barbara Grimm, which highlighted the lack of representation tenants have in eviction court. Jennifer Palmer talks about State Superintendent Lindel Fields’ suggestion that Oklahoma consider lengthening its school year. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross on the FCC’s rollback of a rate cap that brought reduced phone call rates to Oklahoma prisoners and their families. Jennifer Palmer's latest story looks into alarming data on gun suicides among older adults. Ben Fenwick on a unique bit of culture shock that people moving into Oklahoma sometimes experience. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jake Ramsey went on a ride-along with the Oklahoma County Sheriff's Department as the officer served evictions and talks about what he saw. Keaton Ross wrote about former Oklahoma Department of Corrections Director Steven Harpe taking a job with a company that he approved a state contract for in April. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer's latest story delves into the Oklahoma City Police Department’s refusal to release certain police reports. Keaton Ross breaks down several new laws set to take effect on Nov. 1. Paul Monies looked into the rising cost of homeowners' insurance in Oklahoma after a pair of legislative hearings at the Capitol. Shaun Witt Hosts.
Jake Ramsey reported on the number of households in Oklahoma that struggled to afford the necessities, leaving these renters cost-burdened. Keaton Ross wrote about ongoing confusion over Oklahoma’s medical parole statute. Paul Monies discusses a plan by the state’s largest workers’ compensation insurer to transform itself into a new type of company. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer's latest story dives into the recently released student test scores from the spring. Keaton Ross discusses a recent interim study on the issue of dark money spending in Oklahoma elections. Jennifer Palmer talks about the newly appointed Lindel Fields, who replaced Ryan Walters and is set to serve the remaining 15 months of his term. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer latest story looks back at the tenure of Superintendent Ryan Walters, who left public office for a job in the private sector last week. Jake Ramsey covered the eviction rates of both Tulsa and Oklahoma City and how Tulsa has used a project called the Landlord Tenant Resource Center to curb those rates. Keaton Ross wrote about a pending federal rule change that would allow Oklahoma prisons to install cell phone signal jamming technology. Ted Streuli hosts.
J.C. Hallman and Haley Parsley attended a press conference hosted by the NAACP of Oklahoma on the occasion of a motion by the Innocence Project of Oklahoma in the case of Joshua Christon, who was convicted of murder in 2008. Jake Ramsey recently reported on how the governor’s Operation SAFE displaced hundreds of homeless people in Tulsa and made it harder for them to access resources. María Guinnip and J.C. Hallman investigated a case in which a woman named Nikole Janowski was arrested during an epileptic seizure in Texas County. Ted Strueli hosts.
J.C. Hallman attended a court hearing in early September when an important ruling was made in an ongoing case that will be of interest to many Oklahoma families regarding OSSAA. Elizabeth Caldwell looked into a social media phenomenon that’s stirring the online dating pot in Oklahoma. Paul Monies is tracking a new effort by Oklahoma Treasurer Todd Russ to have investment managers for the state’s tobacco settlement fund go through an evaluation for so-called Oklahoma values.
Keaton Ross reported that the cost of phone calls from Oklahoma prisons more than doubled with minimal public notice. Jake Ramsey on the high number of renters in the state who are considered to be extremely low income. Paul Monies examined recent votes against renewable projects by the commissioners of the Land Office, which manages school land for the benefit of public education in Oklahoma. Ted Streuli hosts.
J.C. Hallman has been writing about guardianship issues in Oklahoma. Oklahoma Watch received many tips in response to J.C.’s first two stories, and the new piece derives from those tips. Recently, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt enacted Operation SAFE in Tulsa. Jake has been closely following the operation and its effects on Tulsa. Jennifer Palmer latest story reveals how infrequently one of the department of education’s top paid advisors comes into the office. Shaun Witt Hosts.
Keaton Ross and KOSU’s Sierra Pfeifer recently collaborated to report on the Oklahoma Department of Corrections’ full-sprint effort to deploy artificial intelligence in state prisons. Paul Monies has an update on how state agencies are faring with Gov. Kevin Stitt’s executive order mandating a return to office. Haley Parsley discusses her story on two lawsuits filed by BCBS, alleging a scheme in which recruiters got recovery patients in Oklahoma to attend treatment facilities in California. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies covered a recent meeting of a board headed by Oklahoma Treasurer Todd Russ that oversees the investments for the state’s tobacco settlement fund. Maria Guinnip and KOSU’s Lionel Ramos spoke with four local police chiefs about their agreements with ICE and how they’ll enforce federal immigration law alongside their daily duties. Jake Ramsey recently reported on the Federal Government’s newly proposed rental assistance timeline. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross reported on CoreCivic, a private prison company, advertising detention officer jobs at two long-vacant prisons in Watonga and Sayre. Paul Monies discusses how deep-pocketed candidates are loaning huge amounts to legislative and statewide campaigns in Oklahoma. JC Hallman's latest compares the prior approval regulatory framework of California with the file-and-use framework of Oklahoma, and discovers that Oklahomans have been paying more for auto insurance. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jake Ramsey on the use of hostile architecture in Tulsa and Oklahoma City to deter homeless encampments across the metro areas. Elizabeth Caldwell discusses a tax credit that was supposed to make housing more affordable. Maria Guinnip talks about the latest installment in our "Justice in No Man's Land" series. Ted Streuli hosts.
J.C. Hallman returns with new reporting on guardianship abuses in Oklahoma, spotlighting a troubling case and the broader risks facing the state’s eldercare system. Keaton Ross and Valerie Scott uncover major delays in transporting inmates in Oklahoma’s county jails. And Haley Parsley investigates Oklahoma Predator Prevention, a vigilante group targeting alleged child predators online and the growing controversy surrounding their methods. Ted Streuli hosts.
Valerie Scott covered upcoming changes for low-income Oklahomans under Trump’s budget bill. Keaton Ross reported on AG Gentner Drummond appointing Ryan Stephenson as special prosecutor in the Glossip case. After the first Justice in No Man’s Land series, we received tips about injustices in District One—one from a claimed ex-Guymon patrol officer with case details and a YouTube link. J.C. Hallman reports on the tip.
JC Hallman explores the reasons behind soaring insurance rates, while Jake Ramsey examines the link between childhood evictions and chronic absenteeism. Anna Kramer reports on the White House's shutdown of the flood warning system in Norman.
Jennifer Palmer with reactions to a new directive from State Superintendent Ryan Walters about the cost of school meals. Paul Monies looked into which oil and gas companies are applying for a share of a $50 million rebate program to make upgrades to limit their methane emissions. J.C. Hallman about a medical parole story he first wrote in March, which the Oklahoma Supreme Court has weighed in on. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies looked at how school districts are dealing with a new state law banning cell phones in schools. Keaton Ross reported on why Oklahoma’s $74 million deal to outsource its prison food service operations was cancelled. Jake Ramsey reported on the speed at which a tenant can be evicted in Oklahoma. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies discusses federal HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent visit to the Oklahoma Capitol on his Make America Healthy Again tour. J.C. Hallman shares a unique story from Tulsa about Vietnam veteran Leroy Theodore and St. Francis Hospital. Keaton Ross, who covers criminal justice for Oklahoma Watch, recently reported with Haley Parsley on Oklahoma’s civil asset forfeiture law. Hosted by Ted Streuli.
Keaton Ross reports on the cancellation of a $74M prison food contract. Paul Monies covers Treasurer Todd Russ' push against DEI/ESG in state investments. Jennifer Palmer and Maria Guinnip examine hidden fees in school lunch payments. Hosted by Ted Streuli.
Jennifer Palmer talks about the latest turmoil at Epic Charter Schools, the state’s largest online school. Keaton Ross on the Oklahoma Department of Corrections’ $74 million deal to outsource its prison food service to a Florida-based company. J.C. Hallman reported on a medical parole case now the OK Supreme Court is weighing in after the story’s publication. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies looked into the fallout from an election email sent by a private religious school. Keaton Ross wrote about a successful effort to consolidate Oklahoma’s campaign finance document filing system. JC Hallman made some discoveries about legal disparities in rural parts of Oklahoma. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies talks about a lawsuit Oklahoma Watch filed against OSDE. Keaton Ross breaks down several criminal justice measures that passed this session, from fines and fees reform to tougher sentencing laws. JC Hallman discusses a woman who was being held on an old warrant in the Tulsa County Jail. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross examined how the state’s pending purchase of the Lawton Correctional Facility could impact the people who live and work there. Jennifer Palmer's latest story dives into the public school enrollment numbers for the 24-25 school year. Paul Monies has an update on Gov. Kevin Stitt’s executive order mandating that state employees return to the office. Ted Streuli hosts.
J.C. Hallman discusses maintenance problems at an Oklahoma City apartment complex. M. Scott Carter on Stitt's veto of a bill that would slow the eviction process. J.C. on his investigation of Oklahoma’s high homeowners’ insurance rates.
Em Luetkemeyer discusses Rep. Tom Cole's bipartisan reputation at the Capitol. Keaton Ross talks about an influential order in an ongoing lawsuit alleging Oklahoma mistreated several state prisoners. Paul Monies investigated who qualified for Oklahoma’s new program to provide tuition and fees for private school students through a state income tax credit. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross reported on the case of Channen Smith, an Oklahoma prisoner whose innocence claim is progressing through the federal court system. J.C. Hallman talks about Oklahoma’s two women’s prison newspapers. Paul Monies with the latest on the financial implosion of the state’s mental health agency. Shaun Witt hosts.
Jennifer Palmer discusses St. Isidore, an Oklahoma Catholic online charter school, whose case will be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court. Paul Monies examined a pending lawsuit involving the state treasurer’s office and a request for open records regarding the state’s anti-ESG policies. Jennifer returns to discuss how two recent hires at the State Department of Education have resumes stacked with experience managing campaigns, not education. Shaun Witt Hosts.
KFOR's Spencer Humphrey talks about OSDE personnel payments. Paul Monies has some updates to a story he wrote recently about police pensions and a powerful police union in Oklahoma. Keaton Ross discusses the progression of a bill that makes several changes to Oklahoma’s initiative petition process. Ted Streuli Hosts.
Keaton Ross about a pending legal challenge to a primary reform ballot initiative. Paul Monies with an update on the latest efforts in the Legislature to pass cell phone bans for Oklahoma schools. Keaton on how Oklahoma’s prison communications provider is responding to new federal regulations on phone calls from correctional institutions. Ted Streuli Hosts.
Keaton Ross wrote about tnew initiative petition that aims to legalize recreational marijuana in Oklahoma. Paul Monies discusses pension board changes that some retirees fear favor a powerful police union. JC Hallman on an old law getting new life in Oklahoma. Ted Streuli Hosts.
Keaton Ross wrote about the Legislature’s push to add several crimes to the state’s 85% offense list. Heather Warlick on serial evictions and how thousands of Oklahoma tenants are being repeatedly evicted, but still allowed to stay in their rentals. Paul Monies discusses bonuses at the State Department of Education. Ted Streuli Hosts.
Keaton Ross looks at the rapid aging of the state’s prison population and how officials are responding. Jennifer Palmer tells us more about her investigation into stay to play in the world of competitive youth sports. JC Hallman discusses how Sheridan Church's tax status holds up while showcasing politicians to their congregation. Ted Streuli Hosts.
Jennifer Palmer digs into a practice in the world of competitive youth sports known as stay-to-play. Keaton Ross talks about a controversial state-level immigration measure moving through the Legislature. JC Hallman looks at the state’s arbitrary IQ rule and how it doesn’t mesh with scientific recommendations. Shaun Witt Hosts.
Keaton Ross talks about an effort to boost rural participation in a statewide county mental health program. Paul Monies looked into the latest effort by Oklahoma Treasurer Todd Russ to rein-in what he calls “woke investing.” and Superintendent Ryan Walters. Shaun Witt fills in for Heather Warlick who wrote about an OKC woman evicted who is filing an appeal to buy herself more time to move. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross discusses several voting and election bills moving through the Legislature. Paul Monies joins to discuss the new version of social studies standards approved by the OK State Board of Ed and Superintendent Ryan Walters. Heather Warlick covers a zoning change application from Sisu Youth Services that has some neighbors of the homeless shelter speaking out. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross wrote about the push to reduce court fines and fees and how lawmakers are approaching the issue. Jennifer Palmer talks about OSDE is now trying to buy instructional materials that weave Bible lessons into character education. Keaton rejoins to discuss a new lawsuit challenging Gov. Kevin Stitt’s return-to-office mandate for state employees. Ted Streuli hosts.
Heather Warlick looked into funding issues at some Oklahoma housing authorities. Paul Monies joins to talk about the simmering feud at the Oklahoma Capitol among several of the state’s top elected officials. JC Hallman discusses a Texas County ticket writing scheme. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross on the Oklahoma Department of Corrections’ efforts to pay a private company to overtake its food service operations. Heather Warlick looked at some legislation filed this year that affects evictions in Oklahoma. Paul Monies talks about Gov. Kevin Stitt’s latest effort in his administration’s quest for government efficiency, Oklahoma’s version of the Division of Governmental Efficiency.Ted Streuli hosts.
Heather Warlick on bills filed that could affect Oklahomans experiencing homelessness. Jennifer Palmer on the latest release of the Nation’s Report Card. Paul Monies talks about Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt's State of the State address to kick off the legislative session. Shaun Witt hosts.
Heather Warlick highlights a growing trend of people feeling forced to move in their senior years. Keaton Ross talks about some notable criminal justice bills filed ahead of the upcoming legislative session. Jennifer Palmer covers the Ethics Commission’s investigation into Superintendent Ryan Walters. Shaun Witt hosts.
Paul Monies covered a plan by Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt to revive the Oklahoma State Guard. Jennifer Palmer talks about her top education bills to watch this session. Paul Monies has another story from his investigation into Berry-Rock Homes, the company that a state investment plan put $8 million into back in 2022. Shaun Witt hosts.
Jennifer Palmer on the Department of Education’s new proposed social studies standards. Keaton Ross discusses a decline in new death sentences in Oklahoma. Heather Warlick talks about Oklahoma’s new Housing Needs Assessment and a big investment by the state into increasing the housing supply. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer on the Department of Education’s new proposed social studies standards. Keaton Ross discusses a decline in new death sentences in Oklahoma. Heather Warlick talks about Oklahoma’s new Housing Needs Assessment and a big investment by the state into increasing the housing supply. Ted Streuli hosts.
Heather Warlick wrote a follow-up about a Duncan apartment complex that has lost Section 8 funding. Keaton Ross reported that Oklahoma’s parole rate is on the rise after years of decline. Paul Monies is here to review his year in reporting for Oklahoma Watch in 2024 and what he learned by covering the Legislature and state agencies. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies examines how the Commissioners of the Land Office invested in an Oklahoma City-based rent-to-buy company. Paul also discusses the state’s new mental health hospital's massive cost overruns just months after officials held a ceremonial groundbreaking. Keaton Ross reflects on his top stories of 2024 regarding prison conditions in Oklahoma and the influence of money in politics. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies gives us an update on bill filing and other things at the Legislature as we await the start of session in February. As we near the end of 2024, we’ve asked our staff to reflect on some of our top stories of the year. Jennifer Palmer, who covers education for Oklahoma Watch, is here to talk about the state superintendent’s push for Bibles in public school classrooms. Paul returns to talk about how one customer got behind after signing up for a contract-for-deed home company based in Oklahoma City. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross reported on a new open primaries ballot initiative that organizers hope to get on the ballot in 2026.Heather Warlick with an update on camping bans and other actions in Oklahoma that some say target people experiencing homelessness. Paul Monies talks about a recent story by Jennifer Palmer about cell phone bans in schools. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer has been following Superintendent Ryan Walters’ latest announcements, which included buying Trump Bibles and a new video message mandate. Keaton Ross covered straight-party voting declining in the 2024 presidential election. Heather Warlick recently wrote about the end of the federal emergency rental assistance program, through which thousands of Oklahoma renters received assistance during the pandemic.Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross breaks down the 2024 election results. Paul Monies continues to cover the fallout for utility customers from the massive winter storm that hit Oklahoma in February 2021. Jennifer Palmer with an update on the Education Department’s effort to buy 55,000 King James, leather-bound Bibles for Oklahoma classrooms.Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies covered the latest report into spending by the OSDE under State Superintendent Ryan Walters. Jennifer Palmer's latest Education Watch newsletter reported on staff layoffs happening at Epic Charter Schools. Keaton Ross talks about millions of dollars of political spending leading up to the Nov. 5 election. Shaun Witt hosts.
Paul Monies has an update on the state’s law that forbids pension funds and others from using banks and financial firms perceived to be boycotting the oil and gas industry. Jennifer Palmer with an update on the Board of Education. Heather Warlick on some surprisingly low inspection scores for the Oklahoma City Housing Authority’s public housing program. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross wrote about State Question 833, a ballot initiative that proposes allowing municipalities to create public infrastructure districts. Paul Monies discusses a scathing grand jury report into spending under an education relief fund directed by Gov. Kevin Stitt and his allies during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jennifer Palmer talks about an effort to stop the state OSDE from spending $3 million to buy Bibles, and from requiring the Bible be taught in public schools in the first place. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies updates you on the State Department of Education’s plan to buy 55,000 Bibles for Oklahoma classrooms. Keaton Ross discusses a pending constitutional amendment that seeks to change Oklahoma election law. Heather Warlick wrote about how Oklahoma tenants have little recourse against bad landlords. Shaun Witt hosts.
Keaton Ross discusses the Oklahoma Department of Corrections’ rollout of more than 1,000 body cameras for correctional officers to wear while on duty. Paul Monies looked at how some campaign advertising for Oklahoma Supreme Court elections is hoping to tip the ideological balance of the state’s high court. Paul Monies and Heather Warlick talk about how they and Jennifer Palmer reported on an RFP from the Oklahoma State Department of Education asking for bids for classroom Bibles. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer covered the latest Board of Education meeting, where much of the conversation focused on the agency’s budget request. Keaton Ross wrote about one lawmaker’s push to move school board elections to the November ballot. KFOR Reporter Dylan Brown joins to discuss the station's lawsuit against the OSDE. Ted Streuli hosts.
Heather Warlick covered an announcement from Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma and Oklahoma Impact Investing Collaborative regarding a partnership in financing Right-to-Counsel services for Oklahomans. Jennifer Palmer recently analyzed the state test scores for the 2023-2024 school year. Heather rejoins to talk about a mega-landlord with project-based apartment complexes in Oklahoma that have failed recent inspections. Shaun Witt hosts.
Keaton Ross about Gov. Kevin Stitt setting a June 2026 election date for a ballot initiative that proposes an incremental minimum wage increase to $15 per hour by 2029. Jennifer Palmer covers why the Department of Education is trying to decertify a teacher over a 5 year old Instagram photo. Keaton rejoins to discuss a revised federal lawsuit that claims Cleveland County Detention Center staff grossly neglected a woman’s fatal mental health crisis in late 2022. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross discusses the Oklahoma Department of Corrections’ push to revive the prison rodeo. Jennifer Palmer has been working to find out why the Education Department moved to revoke the teaching certificate of an Edmond high school teacher. Reporter Paul Monies on the decision by the U.S. Supreme Court that went against Oklahoma on federal grants. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies discusses his recent story on Oklahoma’s love-hate relationship with federal grant money. Keaton Ross examined an ongoing legal battle between a private prison company and the town of Hinton and how it’s affecting the rural community. Ted Streuli hosts
Jennifer Palmer reveals how little private school accreditation means in light of the new state tax credit program. Heather Warlick on the gender and racial disparities common in eviction filings. Jennifer rejoins to discuss the most recent meeting of the state Board of Education and the significant transparency issues being raised. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer discusses the growing friction between Superintendent Ryan Walters, the state Legislature and the attorney general. Keaton Ross gives an update on the minimum wage petition progressing through Oklahoma’s ballot initiative process. Jennifer rejoins to talk about Ruby Topalian's story about extortion in prisons.
Ruby Topalian on a statewide private school tuition increase due to the Parental Choice Tax Credit Program. Jake Ramsey talks about a lawsuit alleging Oklahoma doesn’t adequately consider juvenile offenders' potential growth and rehabilitation. Both return to wrap up their summer internships at Oklahoma Watch. Shaun Witt hosts.
Jennifer Palmer updates on the state’s delay in complying with an order by the Oklahoma Supreme Court over St. Isidore Catholic Virtual School. Heather Warlick discusses collective action taken by tenants in several tenant unions in the state. Paul Monies on how Oklahoma lawmakers have boosted funding for religious-affiliated crisis pregnancy centers even as the state has outlawed abortion. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies talks about mental health and jail diversion grants to counties after the criminal justice reforms passed by voters in 2016. Jessica Pearce reported on the upcoming sunset of Oklahoma’s Counselor Corps grant program. Jake Ramsey covered the excessive backlog that three federal judges in the Western District Court had and how it affected Oklahomans. Ted Streuli hosts.
Heather Warlick discusses Oklahoma Attorney General Getner Drummond's opinion on eviction prevention groups. Jennifer Palmer covers the upcoming court date for the embezzlement case involving Epic Charter Schools’ co-founders. Keaton Ross reports on the state's effort to dismiss a lawsuit by seven prisoners alleging cruel and unusual punishment. Ted Strueli hosts.
Keaton Ross talks about petitioners who submitted nearly 180,000 signatures to raise Oklahoma’s minimum wage. He discusses what’s next for the initiative and when it might reach voters. Heather Warlick explores rising rent costs in Oklahoma, interviewing housing experts who disagree on its causes. Ruby Topalian, a summer intern, reported on Oklahoma City’s efforts to enhance law enforcement responses to mental health crises last week.
Heather Warlick reports on a US Supreme Court ruling on public camping bans. Jennifer Palmer covers education for Oklahoma Watch, detailing the state superintendent's extension of a contentious PR contract. Heather also updates you on eviction rights and HUD grants in Oklahoma.
Jennifer Palmer reports on the Department of Education's order for Bibles in classrooms and a court order declaring a publicly funded religious school unconstitutional. Ruby Topalian discusses a deal to phase out the state's final private prison operator, and Paul Monies explains the latest developments in lawsuits over the 2021 natural gas price spike.
Reporter Paul Monies investigated efforts by lawmakers to boost pensions for police officers. Heather Warlick covered Oklahoma’s new anti-camping law and its clash with local homeless initiatives. Ruby Topalian talks on the primary election for McCurtain County Sheriff.
Jennifer Palmer on a decision by the Oklahoma Supreme Court over two books in Edmond school libraries. Jake Ramsey on the exponential increase in dark money spending in Oklahoma elections. Jennifer on an executive order issued by the governor, targeting agency spending on public promotions. Ted Strueli hosts.
Oklahoma Watch summer interns Jake Ramsey, Jessica Pearce and Ruby Topalian introduce themselves, talk about what interests them in journalism and what they hope to cover this summer. Jennifer Palmer hosts.
Keaton Ross talks about how several bills passed this session will impact Oklahomans. He also covers the criminal and legal woes of four correctional officers who ordered the assault of a state prisoner. Heather Warlick discusses the 2024 Point in Time numbers for Oklahoma City's homeless population.
Heather Warlick discusses an unusually heavy eviction docket at the OKCounty District Courthouse. Paul Monies on how he found that GOP lawmakers had funded a new incentive for the oil and gas industry. Paul and Ted Streuli discuss the OSDE PR contract. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer has been following the rare opposition to an agency’s proposed rule changes happening between lawmakers and the DoE. Paul Monies on the fallout from a 2022 law that forbids state pension funds, agencies and local governments from doing business with big banks thought to be boycotting the energy industry. Heather Warlick reported on an eviction case in which a man was evicted from his home for the alleged actions of another person. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies looks into how hospitals across Oklahoma are getting extra payments as part of the state’s move to a managed care payment model for its Medicaid program. Keaton Ross on several consequential bills affecting Oklahoma’s courts, prisons and jails. Jennifer Palmer talks about the education bills she’s watching in the final weeks of this year’s legislative session.
Heather Warlick recently wrote about how Oklahoma’s restrictive zoning ordinances may stand in the way of solving the state’s affordable housing shortage. Paul Monies discusses the latest developments at the Capitol, where lawmakers are in the last month of the regular session. Keaton Ross' latest story reported that staff at the Lawton Correctional Facility were negligent as a prisoner was brutally murdered. Ted Streuli hosts.
Reporter Jennifer Palmer discusses her story about the high rate of teacher turnover in Oklahoma, Paul Monies reports on the state's Free Speech Committee, and Heather Warlick talks about the health care challenges unique to those experiencing homelessness. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross reports on a legislative attempt to eliminate the state's Judicial Nominating Committee and a lawsuit brought by state prisoners who were locked in a shower stall instead of a cell. Paul Monies talks about teacher confusion over certification tests. Ted Streuli hosts.
Heather Warlick recently covered a tragic eviction case in Oklahoma City that made nationwide news. Paul Monies on developments involving the Oklahoma attorney general suit regarding Winter Storm Uri. Keaton Ross on why most state legislative races won’t appear on November’s general election ballot.
Jennifer Palmer reports on the oral arguments in front of the Oklahoma Supreme Court that will shape the next step for what could be the nation's first religious public school. Keaton Ross talks about a gubernatorial task force's report on dark money campaign contributions and Paul Monies discusses the Legislature's budgetary impasse. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer on the preliminary hearing that ran all of last week for the founders of Epic Charter Schools. Keaton Ross discusses several developments regarding capital punishment in Oklahoma. Heather Warlick on her story that looks into the Right to Counsel for tenants in eviction lawsuits. Shaun Witt hosts.
Paul Monies discusses the first half of the legislative session, which saw a new budget process used by the Senate and leadership elections on the GOP side. Keaton Ross breaks down where criminal justice legislation stands at the Legislature’s unofficial halfway point. Both join for a roundtable to close. Shaun Witt hosts.
Jennifer Palmer talks about a state Education Department contract to get more national press for state superintendent Ryan Walters. Paul Monies has continued to follow the fallout from the huge run-up in natural gas costs from a winter storm in early 2021. Keaton Ross talks about two legislative proposals that would make it more difficult to get a state question on the ballot.
Jennifer Palmer reports on the settlement of a lawsuit brought by a former Stillwater middle school student over the sexual misconduct of one of her teachers, Alberto Morejon, who played a high-profile role in 2018's teacher walkout before he was convicted of Engaging in Sexual Communication with a Minor by Use of Technology. Paul Monies and Ted Streuli discuss Sunshine Week and government transparency.
Paul Monies talks about the latest on Gov. Kevin Stitt’s cabinet moves after the attorney general questioned some of his appointments. Keaton Ross discusses a federal lawsuit that claims the Cleveland County Detention Center is culpable in the death of Shannon Hanchett. Shaun Witt hosts.
Heather Warlick reports on the push to follow 10 other jurisdictions that make it possible to seal or expunge eviction records. Keaton delves into the end of the state sales tax on groceries and Paul Monies discusses proposed changes to medical debt collections practices. Ted Streul hosts.
Keaton Ross reports on a bill that would ban ranked choice voting throughout Oklahoma, Jennifer Palmer discusses Gov. Kevin Stitt's second failed attempt to sue ClassWallet, and Paul Monies explains how much money the Legislature has to spend this year. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross reports on a homicide victim at the Lawton Correctional Center whose body went undiscovered for more than three hours. Keaton also discusses proposed changes to Oklahoma's commutation rules and Jennifer Palmer reports that independent inspections of the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics will resume after a hiatus of more than 15 years. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies discusses what Gov. Kevin Stitt did -- and didn't -- say in this sixth State of the State speech, Jennifer Palmer talks about the firestorm wake of our reporting that the Department of Education asked nine teachers to return all or part of their bonuses, and Paul Monies explains why two Republican election officials were given the boot. Ted Streuli hosts.
Whitney Bryen reports on a new law that could make it easier for judges, mental health providers and police to commit a person for psychiatric treatment. She also reports on Oklahoma Watch's lawsuit against Ponca City. Jennifer Palmer reports on the response to the state Department of Education's attempt to recover $290,000 in teacher bonuses. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross reports on a democracy bill facing the Legislature this session, including one that would make it harder for Oklahomans to propose their own laws. Keaton also reports on criminal justice bills, one of which would increase the possible penalty for strangulation during a domestic violence event. Paul Monies surveys the effect of expanded gubernatorial powers five years after their passage. Ted Streuli hosts.
Reporter Whitney Bryen and Payne County Jail Director Capt. Reese Lane examine the challenges at the intersection of mental health and detention in Oklahoma in this special 55-minute episode. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keton Ross reports that parole approvals in Oklahoma have declined by a third in the past two years. Lionel Ramos explains why some refugees in Oklahoma get more resources than others. And Paul Monies discusses the cost of deploying Oklahoma National Guard troops to Texas. Ted Streuli hosts.
Whitney Bryen reports on her year-long investigation into the connection between deaths in Oklahoma's jails and detainees whose mental health problems were untreated or ignored. Keaton Ross discusses his story about dark money flowing into Oklahoma elections. Jennifer Palmer reveals that two Oklahoma School for Science and Mathematics teachers accused of harassment were allowed to resign. Shaun Witt hosts.
Paul Monies reports on the status of hundreds of millions of opioid settlement money, Keaton Ross discusses proposed rule changes to the commutation process, and Lionel Ramos explains what Latino legislators are doing to engage Latino voters. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer discusses new expectations the Department of Education has for Tulsa schools that could become statewide accreditation requirements. Paul Monies reports on the delay in opening the portal to apply for private school tax credits, and Keaton Ross talks about an uptick in Oklahoma's prisoner count. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross reports on a proposal to raise Oklahoma's minimum wage to $15 per hour, Jennifer Palmer explains why only one in four state high schools are ready for new Advanced Placement course requirements, and Paul Monies discusses why the state treasurer is still using blacklisted banks. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies reports on a report by the Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency that criticizes superagency Oklahoma Management Enterprise Services, Jennifer Palmer discusses the latest round of school report cards and Shaun Witt kicks off fundraising season. Ted Streuli hosts.
Whitney Bryen talks about the investigation of the death of a prisoner in the Lawton Correctional and Rehabilitation Facility. Paul Monies reports on the state's $4 million contract with a California company to manage private school tax credits as well as reporting on the state's disenrollment of SoonerCare patients. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer reports on Ryan Walters' request for proposals from national public relations firms with the expectation they would get him extensive national media attention. Keaton Ross reports on the 6-year lawsuit against the sheriff's association over debt collections, and Paul Monies updates his story on a Texas pump station on the wrong side of the border. Shaun WItt hosts.
Whitney Bryen reports that the Pottawatomie County jail, which has reported only two of eight deaths that occurred since 2017, promoted the person responsible for investigating those deaths. Jennifer Palmer reports on a program that boosted college attendance among graduates of a high school with low-income, Hispanic demographics, and Lionel Ramos covers the plight of Afghan refugees who didn't get special status. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer reports on the attorney general's lawsuit aimed at nullifying the contract between a Catholic Virtual Charter School and the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board. Whitney Bryen delves into the newest wrongful death lawsuit filed against the Pottawatomie County Jail, and Keaton Ross discusses lawmakers' efforts to stay an execution. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer reports on the disbursement of the second round of GEER funding, Paul Monies analyzes the state's pensions systems that are claiming exemptions to a new law, and Shaun Witt pitches tickets for an event. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross discusses his two most recent criminal justice stories: The death of two men at the prison in Hominy amidst the August heatwave and the practice of confining prisoners to a two-by-two-foot shower stall for as long as nine days at the Great Plains Correctional Center in Hinton. Ted Streuli hosts.
Lionel Ramos explores corporal punishment in public schools, Jennifer Palmer reports on the State Board of Education Meeting, and Shaun Witt provides details on the upcoming Oklahoma Watch live event.
Jennifer Palmer follows up on her report about the culture at the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics with allegations of sexual harassment and bullying from former students. Paul Monies talks about the prevalence of canceled meetings by public entities, and Keaton Ross dives into legislative efforts to change the initiative petition process. Ted Streuli hosts.
Whitney Bryen reports on an Oklahoma woman forced to travel 600 miles for emergency medical care; Lionel Ramos talks about his upcoming story on Oklahoma debtors; Keaton Ross dives into ranked-choice voting. Shaun Witt hosts.
Jennifer Palmer reports on the state Dept. of Education's endorsement of PragerU's content, Keaton Ross discusses lawsuits filed to keep Donald Trump off the ballot, and Whitney Bryen is back for Part 3 of the discussion about unreported deaths at the Pottawatomie County jail and the ensuing cover-up. Shaun Witt hosts.
Paul Monies reported on the increased number of families claiming exemptions to vaccinating their children; Keaton Ross discusses the state's takeover of a private prison; Whitney Bryen continues her report about Pottawatomie County jail deaths and their cover-up.
Whitney Bryen reports on seven deaths at the Pottawatomie County Jail, five of which were not reported to state officials as required. Jennifer Palmer follows up on her report about years of sexual harassment at Oklahoma's most elite public high school, and Keaton Ross talks about the weekend's firearms problems and growing concern about gun violence at high school sporting events. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Plamer talks about her investigation into years of sexual harassment complaints at the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics; Lionel Ramos covers what legislators learned from the problems faced by Afghan refugees; and Paul Monies updates the status of Oklahoma's blacklisted financial firms. Ted Streuli hosts.
Lionel Ramos reports on the pending closure of the Talahina Veterans Center; Paul Monies covers the ongoing struggles to expand rural broadband service; Shaun Witt and Ted Streuli talk about our new newsletter, First Watch.
Jennifer Palmer reports on the lawsuit filed against the proposed Catholic charter school. Whitney Bryen talks about her collaboration with the Rosalyn Carter Center. Yasmeen Saadi reports that charges were dropped without explanation in an open meetings case in Billings, Oklahoma.
Whitney Bryen reports on the dissolution of a beleaguered nonprofit that has supported domestic and sexual violence agencies for 40 years. Yasmeen Saadi covers the contentious state Board of Education meeting, and Ainsley Martinez explains why money from SQ 781 won't solve all the problems in rural jails. Ted Streuli hosts.
Lionel Ramos reports on how two rural Oklahoma hospitals used a new federal law to get in the black, Jazz Wolfe exposes the alarming spike in marijuana overdoses, and Ainsley Martinez covers how savings derived from State Question 780 will be calculated and dispersed under State Question 781. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies reports on the state's blacklisting of financial institutions that aren't fossil-fuel friendly, Keaton Ross explains that 60% of Oklahoma jails failed health inspections last year, and Jennifer Palmer talks about the education department's delays in filling open records requests. Ted Streuli hosts.
Instead of taking him to a hospital for evaluation or taking him to jail, an Oklahoma City police officer took Ernest Antwine to no man’s land. And that’s where he died. Whitney Bryen reports. Also: Jennifer Palmer explains the state audit that found more than $29 million in misspent federal funds, plus an introduction to intern Yasmeed Saadi. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer analyzes a proposal to add the Ten Commandments to public school classrooms, Keaton Ross reports on an uptick in lobbyist spending at the state Capitol, and in her second segment, Palmer reports on the state education department's proposed new-teacher bonuses of up to $50,000.
Keaton Ross reveals that the state Ethics Commission is operating with less money than it was six years ago despite being charged with regulating a huge influx of dark money campaign spending. Lionel Ramos covers the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the Indian Child Welfare Act, and listeners meet Oklahoma Watch intern Ainsley Martinez. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross reports on the governor's fundraising for his inaugural celebrations, Ainsley Martinez talks about what she learned reporting on the state supreme court's overturning of two abortion ban laws, and we introduce Oklahoma Watch intern Jazz Wolfe. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer explains the virtual charter school board's vote to fund an online Catholic charter school; Whitney Bryen updates her investigation into Tulsa PD's handling of a mental health crisis and our resultant lawsuit, and Paul Monies reports on the state's financial institution blacklist. Shaun Witt hosts.
The Indian Child Welfare Act's future is in the hands of the US Supreme Court. Lionel Ramos reports on how overturning the 1978 law would affect Oklahomans. Whitney Bryen Updates her investigation into a federally funded statewide nonprofit that auditors say misspent $585,000, and Paul Monies delivers a wrap-up of the Oklahoma Legislature's regular session. Ted STreuli hosts.
Whitney Bryen reports on the Cleveland County jail's failure to conduct required checks on detainees at the time Shannon Hanchett and two others who died were held there. Paul Monies talks state budget details and Executive Editor Mike Sherman dishes with host Ted Streuli about the tradition of journalism internships and what Oklahoma Watch readers can expect this summer.
Ashlynd Huffman reports on allegations of sexual abuse at a women's prison, Paul Monies explains $600 million in tax credits for private-school families, and Keaton Ross explores the Legislature's $785 million education funding plan. Ted Streuli hosts.
Education reporter Jennifer Palmer spent the day in a middle school social studies classroom to check out a new curriculum first-hand and reports what she saw. Keaton Ross talks about Oklahoma's about-face on joining the Electronic Registration Information Center, and Ari Fife updates her story about childcare center restrictions in light of a newly signed law. Executive editor Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies reports on the Choosing Child Birth Act's failure to get off the floor House floor, Keaton Ross discusses the impasse between the governor and the Senate, and Ari Fife looks into the end of a federal food program affecting Oklahomans. Ted Streuli hosts.
Reporter Whitney Bryen explains why, four years after a jailhouse homicide, no one has been charged with a crime. Keaton Ross reports on a resolution to add term limits at the federal level. And Lionel Ramos reviews a bill meant to prevent landlord retaliation against tenants. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies reports on a new border dispute between Oklahoma and Texas, Jennifer Palmer updates the status of a proposed publicly funded Catholic virtual charter school, and Keaton Ross gives a status report on the wave of election-related bills in the state Legislature. Ted Streuli hosts.
The state's central purchasing law, meant to prevent brother-in-law deals and other forms of corruption, is only in use for one out of seven purchases an independent audit found. Also: Paul Monies updates which medical marijuana bills are still alive this session and Jennifer Palmer discusses the tardiness of the state's school report cards. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross analyzes low turnout among young voters; Jennifer Palmer reports on a study that examined Oklahoma's tax credits for private school scholarships, and Ashlyd Huffman discusses a district attorney's effort to shutter the Hughes County jail. Ted Streuli hosts.
Whitney Bryen reports on a state program meant to reduce the years-long waiting period to get disability services and why thousands of Oklahomans are still waiting. Ari Fife explains how city ordinances meant to curb commercial enterprise in neighborhoods could worsen already scant childcare options. And Paul Monies explains that a proposal to help those state's electric utilities got a blackout in the senate. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer reports on a state Department of Education move to restrict school libraries and curtail student confidentiality. Keaton Ross explains a bill that would clarify voting rules for felons. And Paul Monies discusses the nearly $1 billion of pandemic relief money the state has yet to disburse. Ted Streuli hosts.
Oklahoma state Rep. Mauree Turner has been stripped of committee assignments by the GOP House leadership, which alleges Turner impeded a law enforcement investigation at the Capitol.Lionel Ramos (10:44) covers race and equity for Oklahoma Watch. He's been looking into the censure of Turner, the state's only openly nonbinary legislator, and contrasts between Turner’s treatment and that of two sitting Republican leaders facing felony charges.Also: Keaton Ross (5:07) covers democracy for Oklahoma Watch. To mark Sunshine Week, which promotes access to public information, Freedom of Information and FOIA, sunshine laws, open government meetings, and records, he talks about notable open records bills that are pending in the state Legislature. Ross covered those bills in his most recent Democracy Watch newsletter.Reporter Paul Monies (0:34) has been following the growth of marijuana in Oklahoma and voters’ rejection of State Question 820, which would have legalized it for adults 21 and older. He shares takeaways from the March 7 election, turnout and the future of criminal justice reforms that were included in SQ820.Oklahoma Watch executive director Ted Streuli hosts.
As significant changes are being proposed to K-12 education in Oklahoma, there is a lack of experience on the Oklahoma State Board of Education. Jennifer Palmer, (5:00) who covers education for Oklahoma Watch, discusses the board's future and news that one recently appointed board member resigned before ever attending a meeting.Also:Fallout continues from the massive charges to most Oklahoma utility customers from a 2021 winter storm, including recent revelations about natural gas price spikes. Oklahoma Watch's Paul Monies (0:30) discusses the allegations of a lawsuit filed by Kansas' attorney general and potential ripples through Oklahoma.Attorneys representing Oklahomans stuck in jail while waiting weeks and months for court-ordered mental health treatment filed a class action lawsuit last week against state mental health officials. Whitney Bryen, (9:28) who covers mental health for Oklahoma Watch, discusses systemic problems alleged in the lawsuit and the purpose of the delayed treatment.Shaun Witt, audience development manager for Oklahoma Watch, hosts.
Oklahoma Watch reporter Paul Monies has been following the campaign for the Tuesday, March 7 special election on State Question 820, which would legalize recreational cannabis for adults 21 and older. Paul (0:33) discusses the provisions of 820 and how it got to a March special election. Also:A Mexican consulate is expected to open this spring in Oklahoma City. Lionel Ramos (6:03), a race and equity reporter at Oklahoma Watch, is following its progress and sat down to talk with the person Mexico selected to run the operation. Catholic leaders in Oklahoma have proposed opening a new online charter school, and are seeking state authorization and funding. Education reporter Jennifer Palmer (10:52) discusses the controversial proposal.*Executive director Ted Streuli hosts.
Oklahoma Watch's Whitney Bryen reports on the mental health care problems at the Cleveland County jail in the wake of two women's deaths. Paul Monies discusses his Q&A with Attorney General Genter Drummond. Keaton Ross discusses state Sen. Julie Daniels' bill that would add new hurdles for Oklahomans trying to get a state question on the ballot. Executive director Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross reports on a bill that would separate state and federal elections if national voting rights are enacted. Ashlynd Huffman talks about slowing down Oklahoma's execution rate, and Lionel Ramos discusses Black History Day at the Capitol. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies reviews the governor's State of the State speech. Ari Fife previews a spate of bills targeting LGBTQ Oklahomans, and Paul Moneis comes back to talk about our joint investigation with News 9 into the higher energy bills Oklahoma consumers will be paying for decades. Ted Streuli hosts.
Whitney Bryen discusses the video, released after four years, that shows how a Pottawatomie County prisoner died while in custody. Keaton Ross reports on legislative proposals that would change the initiative petition process and others that would affect the election process. Jennifer Palmer discusses a viral Tik Tok video, filmed by the leader of a Tennessee hate group and posted to social media by the state's schools superintendent. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross reviews activity on the bill filing deadline, Lionel Ramos discusses the closure of Clinton's hospital and urgent care clinics, and Jennifer Palmer talks about Ryan Walters' dual role and dual state paychecks.
Oklahoma Watch education reporter Jennifer Palmer explains why the state's virtual charter school board remains in limbo. Keaton Ross talks about Oklahoma Watch's legislator personal finance database. Ashlynd Huffman discusses her story about a lower cap on prison phone rates. Executive editor Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer reports on Ryan Walters' resignation from his job as the executive director of Every Kid Counts Oklahoma, Keaton Ross discusses state Sen. Julia Kirt's bill to set a Dec. 31 deadline to implement online voter registration and Paul Monies analyzes the governor's inaugural. Ted Streuli hosts.
Lionel Ramos reports on the demise of a Texas company's plan to build a hydroelectric power plant along the Kiamichi River; Ari Fife talks about what she learned on her ride-along with a program meant to turn panhandlers into employees; Paul Monies reports that a new state vendor responsible for processing permits and licenses is hitting some bumps in the road. Ted Streuli hosts.
Oklahoma Watch and reporter Whitney Bryen filed a lawsuit against the city of Tulsa alleging multiple violations of the state's Open Records Act. School board members in Billings, a town just west of I-35 between Perry and Tonkawa, were arrested and charged with violating the state's Open Meetings Act, as Jennifer Palmer reports, and Keaton Ross explains orphan counties and why they have low voter turnout. Ted Streuli hosts.
Ari Fife reports on OKC city council's withdrawal, in the wake of public outrage, of two proposed ordinances that would have outlawed homeless encampments. Whitney Bryen reports on the results of our year-long mental health survey, and Lionel Ramos gets personal on Medicaid expansion. Ted Streuli hosts.
Oklahoma evictions are at an all-time, as Scott Carter reports. Ashlynd Huffman discusses why broad police crowd-sourcing to help find suspects is criticized. Paul Monies explores how straight-party voting affected the 2022 election. Ted Streuli hosts.
Whitney Bryen introduces Fr. Bryan Brooks, who has attended 114 executions so far and has a busy, grim year ahead. Jenifer Plamer reports on a student's dispute that went quickly to the state school board, and Ari Fife talk about the lack of resources available to family caregivers. Ted Streuli hosts.
Oklahoma Watch reporter Paul Monies deconstructs the midterm election turnout in Oklahoma. Democracy reporter Keaton Ross examines voting rights and legislation. Education reporter Jennifer Palmer examines what the midterms mean for Oklahoma education. Executive director Ted Streuli hosts.
Lionel Ramos reports on the Choctaw Nation's effort to get out the vote by offering rides to polling stations, Keaton Ross discusses the shifting of campaign money from sitting legislators to candidates, and Ari Fife talks about an interim study aimed at improving the state for women.
Jennifer Palmer reports on the governor's successes and failures in delivering on education-related campaign promises. Ashlynd Huffman checks his criminal justice record. And Lionel Ramos discusses Gov. Stitt's economic record. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies reports on the effectiveness of Gov. Stitt's CEO style, Whitney Bryen discusses the governor's public health record, and Keaton Ross examines why poll workers do what they do. Ted Streuli hosts.
Jennifer Palmer reports that student test scores reveal a slow recovery in the classroom; Keaton Ross reports on the stat's U.S. Senate races; editor Mike Sherman recounts Governor Stitt's newsroom visit. Ted Streuli hosts.
Whitney Bryen reports on a new threat to Oklahoma's nursing homes: staff shortages. Keaton Ross explains why county election boards need your help. Oklahoma Watch director of audience development Shaun Witt introduces himself and sets the stage for NewsMatch. Ted Streuli hosts.
Oklahoma Watch reporter Lionel Ramos examines why only Texas County prepares voting materials in Spanish. Paul Monies looks into who the state Legislature approved to receive millions in federal pandemic relief funds. Whitney Bryen introduces a counselor and art teacher who channels the chaos of his childhood to help Oklahomans suffering from addiction and mental illness. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies reports on why recreational marijuana won't be on the November ballot after all, Jennifer Palmer discusses book bans, and Keaton Ross explains potential changes to the state's Open Meetings Act. Ted Streuli hosts.
Ashlynd Huffman reports on a surge in stabbings at a private Oklahoma prison; Mike Sherman talks about listening sessions; Lionel Ramos follows up on a delay in the proposed Mexican consulate
Keaton Ross explains Democracy Day, Paul Monies updates the legislature's ARPA approvals, and Lionel Ramos talks about an interim study on substandard housing. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross reports that two-thirds of non-statewide races are already decided; Jennifer Palmer explains further fallout from HB 1775; Ashlynd Huffman discusses a pro-death-penalty lawmaker's potential opposition to capital punishment. Ted Streuli hosts.
Whitney Bryen reports on a Talequah nonprofit run amok, Jennifer Palmer discusses the first effects of HB 1775, and Keaton Ross reviews voter turnout data. Ted Streuli hosts.
More than 100 Afghan refugee families in Oklahoma are living in substandard conditions, some without air conditioning or with insect infestations. Lionel Ramos reports. Also: Paul Monies on getting recreational marijuana on the ballot and Ari Fife reports on why some Oklahoma schools aren't taking advantage of a federal program to extend unfree lunches for all students. Ted Streuli hosts.
Whitney Bryen reports on the sad case of Josh McWhorter, Jennifer Palmer discusses unspent federal relief funds meant for schools, and Ashlynd Huffman talks about the lack of air conditioning in Oklahoma's prisons. Ted Streuli hosts.
Keaton Ross explains election audits and Oklahoma's near-perfect report; Jennifer Palmer reports on the state's lawsuit alleging a Florida vendor is liable for the botched disbursement of federal relief funds to students and families; Paul Monies discusses the new process for state question petition signature verifications. Ted Streuli hosts episode 30 of season 2.
Jennifer Palmer reports on a contentious state school board meeting that resulted in stiff penalties for Tulsa and Mustang public schools; Palmer also reports on a federal audit that recommends the US Dept of Education take back more $650,000 in GEER grant money that was misspent in Oklahoma; Ashlynd Huffman reports that the special fund established by voters through SQ 781 seven years ago hasn't received a dime. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies talks about a new database that holds $1.87 billion of state ARPA proposals. Keaton Ross explains a new database of required conflict of interest reports required of state officials. Ari Fife reports on a new law that dictates which bathrooms students must use. Ted Streuli hosts episode 27 of season 2.
Ari Fife reports on Interior Secretary Deb Haaland's Native American boarding school listening session in Ardmore, Keaton Ross discusses his story about the seven-year delay in Oklahoma's online voter registration system, and freelancer Scott Carter reports on Veolia North America's track record of drinking water violations in the state.
Meet Oklahoma Watch's newest reporter, Ashlynd Huffman, who will cover criminal justice. Keaton Ross discusses his plans for the Democracy beat, and Paul Monies reports on the $10 million in dark money donation to Oklahoma political race just in the month of June. Ted Streuli hosts. S2 E26 07-13-2022
Whitney Bryen shares the reactions Oklahoma Watch reporters received when they interview voters on election day. Keaton Ross discusses the state's aggressive execution schedule. Ted Streuli hosts episode 25 of season 2.
Jennifer Palmer reports on the arrests of Epic Charter Schools' founders on allegations of financial crimes; Keaton Ross reports on the passage of Oklahoma County's $260 million bond proposal to build a new jail; Lionel Ramos previews his story about changes in state unemployment law. Ted Streuli hosts episode 24 of season 2.
Jennifer Palmer reports on statewide ACT scores and how schools are spending COVID relief money. Keaton Ross discusses his story about the Oklahoma Legislative Office of Fiscal transparency's report on the problems they found in state prisons and the Department of Corrections. Ted Streuli hosts.
In episode 22 of season 2, Ted Streuli interviews reporter Keaton Ross about a federal court decision that will let executions resume in Oklahoma, with as many as one every four weeks for the next two years requested by the attorney general. Keaton also reports on a new Oklahoma City Police Department restriction on vehicular pursuits and Jennifer Palmer discusses the settlement of an Oklahoma Watch lawsuit against Epic Charter Schools.
Reporter Paul Monies reports on why a district attorney is looking into one of Gov. Stitt's campaign commercials. Keaton Ross discusses Oklahoma's ever-loosening gun laws and a corresponding increase in gun-related deaths. Executive Editor Mike Sherman discusses how candidates who deny the 2020 presidential election results are affecting Oklahoma campaigns. Executive Director Ted Streuli hosts episode 21 of season 2.
Host Ted Streuli talks to reporter Paul Monies about the state's release of more than 1,400 American Recovery Plan Act proposals (including $50 million for Barry Switzer's dog rescue)and an audit that revealed millions in public funding going to a network of so-called pregnancy crisis centers that see few patients. Also: Reporter Trevor Brown on which bills made it through the session with Republican super majorities in both houses.
Paul Monies reports on the legislature's special session plans, Jennifer Palmer explains who's paying the Secretary of Education's $160,000 income, and Whitney Bryan updates her story about a nonprofit's million-dollar windfall despite a scathing audit. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies reports on the Oklahoma County Grand Jury's rebuke of the governor and the Pardon and Parole Board; Lionel Ramos talks about his upcoming story on Oklahoma abortion data; Keaton Ross gives an update on a federal lawsuit that's holding up Oklahoma executions. Ted Streuli hosts.
In episode 19 in season 2 of Long Story Short, Jennifer Palmer reports on the state's refusal to release independent oversight reports; Paul Monies discusses how leaked documents benefit the public; Keaton Ross talks about Oklahoma's lack of data collection in the corrections system and how that affects the agency and the public. Ted Streuli hosts.
In episode 18 of season 2, Paul Monies talks about Oklahoma Watch's open records lawsuit against the state. Jennifer Palmer reports on how cash for students and teachers paid for video games, TV sets and Christmas trees. Whitney Bryen delves into the Tulsa police controversy involving a 70-year-old woman experiencing a mental health crisis. Ted Streuli hosts.
For Long Story Short episode 17 of season 2, Oklahoma Watch's Paul Monies reports on the continued fallout from Gov. Kevin Stitt's decision to relocate the state public health lab to Stillwater; Criminal justice reporter Keaton Ross talks about his encounter with a man freed by new evidence after three decades in prison. Ted Streuli hosts.
In Episode 15, Season 2 of Long Story Short, Oklahoma Watch's Paul Monies highlights interesting state races, Trevor Brown examines the lack of candidates, and Keaton Ross discusses big pay raises for state prison guards. Ted Streuli hosts.
In episode 15 of season 2, Trevor Brown reports on the Oklahoma Legislature's candidate filing period and the plethora of uncontested races; Keaton Ross talks about a proposed bond measure to pay for a new Oklahoma County jail; Lionel Ramos investigates another failed proposal to form a state race and equality commission. Ted Streuli hosts.
Editor Mike Sherman talks about the new Democracy beat, reporter Keaton Ross reports on proposed changes to criminal justice laws working their way through the legislature, and reporter Paul Monies discusses the disbursement of the state's $1.87 billion in ARPA funds. Ted Streuli hosts.
Oklahoma Watch reporters provide deeper insight into their recent or upcoming stories: Lionel Ramos about the legal complications faced by Afghan refugees in Oklahoma; Keaton Ross about his investigation into substandard health conditions in Oklahoma jails; Trevor Brown about a package of bills designed to make it harder for the public to put a state question on the ballot. Ted Streuli hosts.
Paul Monies reports on Oklahoma's challenges with timely responses to public records requests; Whitney Bryen discusses her story that revealed at least 537 unreported nursing home deaths from COVID; Rebecca Najera explains why Sen. George Young wants to create a Race and Equality Commission and the resistance he's encountered. Ted Streuli hosts.
It's Sunshine Week, when we celebrate and examine government transparency through open records and open meetings. Trevor Brown reports on the state Legislature's self-created exemption to state transparency laws; Jennifer Palmer discusses her interview with State Auditor and Inspector Cindy Byrd, who is a transparency champion, and Keaton Ross investigates the problematic law keeping lethal injection drugs a public secret. Ted Streuli hosts.
Oklahoma Watch journalists discuss their recent and upcoming stories: Keaton Ross on a proposal to automate record expungement for minor, non-violent offenders; Whitney Bryen on Oklahoma County's drug court; and Mike Sherman on Sunshine Week and government transparency. Ted Streuli hosts Episode 10 of Season 2.
Trevor Brown reports on efforts to make it harder to get state questions on the ballot or to get them passed; Jennifer Palmer reports on a bill that would create universal school vouchers; and Paul Monies discussed the state's attempt to hide nearly 800 applications for $1.87 billion of federal COVID relief money. Ted Streuli hosts.
Oklahoma Watch reporters discuss their recent and upcoming stories. Trevor Brown on voting rights legislation, Rebecca Najera on a spike in eviction, and Keaton Ross on a federal lawsuit contesting Oklahoma's eviction protocol. Executive Director Ted Streuli hosts.
In Episode 7 of Season 2, Whitney Bryen reports on a nonprofit coalition that a federal audit claims misspent nearly $900,000 of taxpayer funds; Lionel Ramos reports on the changes to immigration policing in Oklahoma under the Biden administration; and Jennifer Palmer reveals that a state legislator was also working for a grassroots lobbying organization, raising questions about where her focus was. Ted Streuli hosts.
In Episode 6 of Season 2 of Long Story Short, Oklahoma Watch reporters Trevor Brown, Jennifer Palmer and Paul Monies analyze Gov. Kevin Stitt's 2022 State of the State speech with host Ted Streuli.
Oklahoma Watch reporters discuss their biggest stories of the week with host Ted Streuli. Paul Monies on why Oklahomans will pay an extra $3,000 per household for natural gas; Keaton Ross on criminal justice bills filed for the upcoming legislative session; and Trevor Brown on voting rights bills from both sides of the fence.
In Episode 4, Season 2 of Long Story Short, Whitney Bryen talks about how the latest COVID surge is affecting nursing home residents; Jennifer Palmer talks about the newly released school enrollment data; and Keaton Ross talks about his survey to learn more about Oklahoma's criminal justice system from those who know it best, Ted Streuli hosts.
In episode 3 of season 2, executive Director Ted Streuli hosts reporters Trevor Brown, Rebecca Najera and Paul Monies. This week's topics are how Oklahoma consumers will be paying for the natural gas used during the 2021 ice storm for decades, the latest on non-binary birth certificates and the financial disclosure rules for elected officials and political candidates.
Host Ted Streuli talks to Jennifer Palmer about the Republican-only race for state superintendent of schools, Trevor Brown about the democracy beat and Keaton Ross about COVID in state prisons.
Executive Director Ted Streuli talks to Whitney Bryen about her mental health reader survey, Trevor Brown about the upcoming legislative session and mid-term elections, and Keaton Ross about 2022's hot topics in criminal justice.
Executive Director ted Streuli talk to reporters Whitney Bryen about police plans for mental health crisis calls; Trevor Brown about the low vaccination rate among evangelical Christians, and Rebecca Najera about gender identification on Oklahoma birth certificates.
Executive Director Ted Streuli interviews reporters Keaton Ross about a proposal to hire teenage prison guards, Paul Monies about the state of the state health lab, and Jennifer Palmer about the latest shakeup at Epic Charter Schools.
Executive Director Ted Streuli talks to reporters Trevor Brown about redistricting, Whitney Bryen about Oklahoma City's plan to spend $300,000 improving mental health crises response, and Lionel Ramos about a Mexican consulate proposed for Oklahoma.
Executive Director Ted Streuli talks to reporters Keaton Ross and Trevor Brown about Julius Jones' sentence commutation and Oklahoma's death penalty, and to reporter Whitney Bryen about the challenges of reporting nursing home COVID data.
Executive Director Ted Streuli talks to reporters Lionel Ramos and Trevor Brown about redistricting, the effect on the Hispanic community in south Oklahoma City and alternatives to the partisan system.
Executive Director Ted Streuli interviews reporters Paul Monies, Whitney Bryen, and Jennifer Palmer about their award-winning stories on COVID-19, how the pandemic affected nursing homes and the college admission rates of the state's largest charter school.
Executive Director Ted Streuli talks to reporters Jennifer Palmer and Paul Monies about redistricting, how school districts are using millions of dollars from the American Rescue Plan and the candidates for state schools superintendent.
Oklahoma Watch Executive Director Ted Streuli interviews reporters Keaton Ross on prison gerrymandering, Paul Monies on non-binary birth certificates, and Rebecca Najera on a stalled database of missing indigenous women.
Mike Sherman interviews reporter Trevor Brown about redistricting, Whitney Brown on Cutler and Keaton Ross on proposed changes to the Oklahoma Criminal Code
Ted Streuli interviews Jennifer Palmer on COVID rates for Oklahoma teachers, Lionel Ramos about the progress of Afghan refugees setting in Oklahoma, and Trevor Brown about a curveball in the governor's race.
Ted Streuli talks to Keaton Ross about prison staffing shortages, Whitney Bryen about domestic violence and Jennifer Palmer about school test scores
Ted Streuli talks to Trevor Brown about redistricting, Keaton Ross about the rights of Oklahoma's condemned prisoners, and Paul Monies about COVID in light of the state's 10,000th death.
This week, Ted Streuli talks with Jennifer Palmer about teachers' COVID risk, Mike Sherman about Oklahoma's alarming spike in domestic violence, and Lionel Ramos about Oklahoma's effort to take back unemployment overpayments.
Host Ted Streuli interviews reporters Trevor Brown on voting rights, Paul Monies on conflicts at the Department of Mines and Keaton Ross on wrongful convictions.
Lionel Ramos discusses his story on Afghan refugees coming to Oklahoma, Rebecca Najera details how money to help renters avoid eviction has been delayed, and Jennifer Palmer shares the latest on public school mask mandates.
Long Story Short is the weekly Oklahoma Watch podcast. This week, Trevor Brown talks about COVID vaccination rates, Whitney Bryen discussed a spike in state suicides, and Keaton Ross reveals a connection between adverse childhood experience scores and incarceration.