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Crowds gather for Palin book signing

Despite the cold, Sarah Palin fans lined up for her Thursday book signing at Hastings in Norman.

Pastor roundtable: Inauguration

Carla Hinton interviews Revs. Kathie McCallie and Paul Blair on their thoughts of religion during the presidential inauguration.

Early voting in Comanche County

Early voters from Comanche County line up in Lawton on Monday.

Monday's early voters

Early voters are still lining up at the Oklahoma County and Cleveland County Election Board on Monday.


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Final legislative approval given to Oklahoma disaster relief bill May 23, 2013 The Oklahoma House of Representatives votes 95-0 to pass a measure that would tap $45 million from the state's savings account to help reimburse state agencies and local governments for expenses caused by this week's tornadoes and other disasters. Read More
Fallout of Oklahoma school testing glitch continues May 20, 2013 Oklahoma schools Superintendent Janet Barresi said she wasn't part of the decision-making process to hire the state's testing company, but she has stepped in to negotiate what happens from now on after the company experienced a technical glitch that affected more than 9,000 test-takers. Read More
George Nigh has long been 'Four' Oklahoma May 19, 2013 Nigh was sworn in as Oklahoma's governor four times, served four terms as lieutenant governor and four terms as a state representative. Read More
Edmond begins at $231 million budget process May 18, 2013 City council members have begun looking at the proposed budget for the coming fiscal year. Residents will have to go back four years to find a larger budget. Read More
OSU Medical Center in Tulsa on firmer footing after state budget deal May 16, 2013 Just weeks after Oklahoma State University officials warned the university's teaching hospital in Tulsa could be forced to shut down in 18 months, the hospital appears to be on firmer financial footing. OSU officials warned last month that OSU Medical Center would run out of money in a year and a half if it didn't... Read More
Low-cost housing approved by Edmond City Council May 16, 2013 The project would include 37 homes on 8 acres of land. Read More
Piedmont mayor among critics of lobbyist's contract May 16, 2013 The mayor of Piedmont said Mike Fina only secured his lobbying contract with the city because he's a former mayor. Fina, chief of staff to former Lt. Gov. Jari Askins, said he's working to bring grant money into the town he's grown to love. Read More
Attorneys for Army 1st Lt. Michael Behenna argue for Supreme Court review May 14, 2013 The Supreme Court may decide in a few weeks whether to accept Edmond soldier's case for review to determine parameters for self-defense in combat zones. Read More
Oklahoma Election Results: May 14, 2013 May 14, 2013 Read More
Steps to avoid frustration at driver's license testing sites May 13, 2013 Steps to avoid frustration at Oklahoma driver's license testing sites. Read More
Oklahoma struggles to keep lines manageable at driver's license testing sites May 13, 2013 New online scheduling capabilities and Saturday appointments have helped reduce early-morning frustration outside Oklahoma's driver's license testing sites, but it may take millions of dollars — and the hiring of more than a dozen new examiners — to fully bring the service under control. Read More
State fee increases offset Oklahoma income tax cut May 13, 2013 A 48 percent increase in money the state raked in from fees, licenses and permits last fiscal year far exceeds the savings tax officials say Oklahomans can expect to receive from a legislatively approved one-quarter percent cut in the state's highest income tax rate. Read More
Oklahoma elected officials among unclaimed property owners May 12, 2013 Lt. Gov. Todd Lamb is among Oklahomans the state treasurer's office has been unable to find to reunite with their lost funds. So are many state legislators, said state Rep. Mike Reynolds, R-Oklahoma City. Read More
Low-cost housing available in Edmond May 11, 2013 Turner Point Ministries plans to build 37 homes near Fretz Avenue and Edmond Road. Construction on the low-cost housing is expected to start during the first quarter of next year. Read More
Permit recommended for Edmond Islamic center over opposition May 09, 2013 A request to investigate Islamic Society of Edmond ties to other groups was turned down by planning commissioners. The society wants to build an activity building next to the mosque that has been in the city since 1990. Read More
Federal information shows cost variation among hospitals May 08, 2013 Tahlequah City Hospital in northeast Oklahoma charges an average of $26,831 for a joint replacement for a lower extremity. Meanwhile, the average amount hospitals in Oklahoma City charge ranges from $28,194 to $78,071. But whether these amounts are close to what patients actually pay is up for debate. Read More
Oklahoma House, Senate panels OK $7.1B budget bill May 08, 2013 OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A $7.1 billion general appropriations bill to fund state government for the upcoming fiscal year cleared its first legislative hurdles among rank-and-file legislators, easily passing House and Senate committees on Wednesday. The bill next will be considered by the full House and Senate and... Read More
Edmond chamber will host legislators May 08, 2013 Edmond-area state senators and representatives will be at a legislative breakfast Friday at Oak Tree Country Club. The breakfast starts at 8 a.m. Read More
Newly elected Edmond officials take office May 08, 2013 The Edmond mayor and two city councilmen took the oath of office after being elected in April. A standing-room-only crowd watched the ceremony. Read More
Following budget deal, Oklahoma colleges and universities begin to set tuition rates for next year May 07, 2013 Officials at Oklahoma's colleges and universities are working on their budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. The process includes deciding whether students will see an increase in tuition and fees in the fall. Read More
Edmond restricts lawn watering May 06, 2013 Edmond has initiated a mandatory outdoor water conservation plan. Read More
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