Oklahoma City voters could deliver a $730.5 million investment for roads through a combination of proposed sales and property taxes
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The number of homeless families in Oklahoma has gone up
The 2017 Point-in-Time study showed that 118 families in Oklahoma City have no permanent place of residence.
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“From a funding standpoint, the fundamental difference is [medical providers] receive a care management fee,” said Sunnie Glover, Integris’ vice president of professional services and development.
“From a funding standpoint, the fundamental difference is [medical providers] receive a care management fee,” said Sunnie Glover, Integris’ vice president of professional services and development.
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Mayoral candidates have begun to emerge after Mick Cornett announced he’s not seeking reelection
The race for Oklahoma City’s next mayor began to take shape after Mayor Mick Cornett’s February announcement that he would not seek a fifth term in office. Within days, State Sen. David Holt, Oklahoma County Commissioner Brian Maughan and political newcomer Marina Mangiaracina declared their interest. Those three remain as the field’s only public entrants […]
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Todd Stone joins OKC Council, weighs in on bonds, MAPS, other city initiatives
“I am really interested in seeing streets get a shot in the arm,” Stone told Oklahoma Gazette during a recent interview in his office at City Hall.
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OCCHD, others receive a federal grant to bridge gap between social, medical care
“Unmet health needs like food insecurity, transportation issues and unstable housing can lead to developing risks for chronic diseases,” she said. “We want to combat individuals increasing their risks of developing chronic diseases through traditional health care with preventable care.”
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Crime victims, domestic violence groups, others advocate for Marsy’s Law
“Victims can be taken to court over and over, sometimes over a period of years,” Peery said. “The right to a speedy trial doesn’t happen for victims. … The process of the court just re-traumatizes victims.”
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Cover Story: Local impact! How federal decisions affect local lives and communities
“They are trying to create and turn citizens against the environment and environmentalism, which troubles me more than anything,” Bridgwater said.
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Cover Teaser: Local impact! Federal decisions affect local lives and communities
All politics are local. Oklahoma Gazette launches a impact news series examining how federal policies, budgets and programs impact everything from metro arts and education to critical infrastructure. By Laura Eastes Cover Chris Street
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Sen. James Lankford asserts nonprofit organizations are unfairly prevented from engaging in political activity
His Free Speech Fairness Act would allow nonprofit organizations to speak freely about politics and candidates.