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01 to 2005. But even with its success, Prater has concerns. The program is set up to help those who are facing their third or fourth drug offense and looking at possible prison sentences. He would like to see the state mandate drug treatment after the first offense. “If the state would mandate drug treatment […]

The terms “Oklahoma” and “gay rights” are not exactly synonymous. With lawmakers like state Rep. Sally Kern decrying the so-called “homosexual agenda,” and state passage of a law that deems marriage as only being between one man and one woman, the Sooner State is not exactly fertile ground for the gay rights movement. But could […]

There is encouraging news for independent political members and Oklahomans who want easier election ballot access: A solid majority of your fellow citizens agree with you. A new survey conducted by SoonerPoll.com reveals overwhelming support to allow independents the right to vote in primary elections, and that third-party candidates should have fewer restrictions when trying […]

A police officer or a gallon of milk? Citywide bus service or wheat bread? Would low-income families benefit more from the services cities provide or paying less for food? Different year, different billGet a fix on thatFeast of burden Those questions are at the heart of the debate over whether to eliminate the sales tax […]

A group of lawmakers from southeastern Oklahoma expressed their displeasure with a deal for Oklahoma City to start buying water from Sardis Lake in Pushmataha County, southeast of McAlester. Several state senators held a press conference and said a secret deal has been made for Oklahoma City to purchase the water rights for more than […]

As Oklahoma and the nation approach the 15th anniversary of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building bombing, a new poll raises concern for those working to educate about domestic terrorism. A SoonerPoll.com survey asked 1,000 Oklahomans which group they consider most likely to commit an act of terrorism inside the United States in the next […]

Outgoing Oklahoma City University President Tom McDaniel was named chairman of the MAPS 3 Advisory Board, but Secretary of State Susan Savage did not make the cut. A former Republican Party operative, a video producer, a health clinic director and a retiring university president are among those who comprise the new MAPS 3 Advisory Board. […]

County officials unveiled a $1 million revamp of the Oklahoma County Jail this afternoon, but reiterated a new facility is still needed. The renovation comes two years after a U.S. Department of Justice report critical of the facility and the way it was managed. The department warned if new improvements were not made, the jail […]

Oklahoma is getting ready to enter what may be one of the most volatile election years in state history. With open races for several statewide offices, including the governor, and a populous unhappy with economic conditions and the federal government, voters may see more fist pumping than a Metallica concert. A caring stateLow-point alcoholMood ringParty […]