Employees at the Penn Square Mall Apple Store are voting to create a union. If the employees are successful, it will be the second Apple Store in the country with a union workforce. Co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwalt discuss this, as

Gov. Kevin Stitt signs bill blocking some gender care for LGBTQ youth

Oct 7th, 2022 10m 54s

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt signed a bill to appropriate American Rescue Plan funds to the University of Oklahoma health system on the condition that none of its medical facilities offer "gender reassignment medical treatment" to children. Report

Oklahoma's worsening drought is causing ranchers to suffer

Sep 30th, 2022 10m 54s

As Oklahoma struggles with dry conditions, the weather is harming ranchers across the state and could have serious impacts on future generations. Reporter Ben Felder joins co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwalt to discuss.

Domestic violence cases surged during COVID-19 pandemic

Sep 23rd, 2022 13m 2s

In 2020, Oklahoma had one of the deadliest years on record for victims of domestic abuse. But a new domestic violence center planned in Oklahoma County would offer help to these victims. Reporter Jessie Christopher Smith joins co-hosts Nuria Ma

How Biden's climate bill could impact Oklahoma

Sep 16th, 2022 12m 16s

The Inflation Reduction Act signed by President Joe Biden last month outlines many policies, including one that gives $81 million to clean up abandoned wells in Oklahoma. Business reporter Dale Denwalt details this and more alongside co-host Nu

Oklahoma attorney general releases guidance on state's abortion laws

Sep 9th, 2022 11m

Oklahoma Attorney General John O'Connor issued a memo to law enforcement agencies and prosecutors across the state, laying out the grounds for criminal charges under Oklahoma's new abortion laws. The Oklahoman's health reporter Dana Branham joi

Two Oklahoma County Sheriff's deputies were shot. Could red flag laws have prevented it?

Sep 2nd, 2022 12m 10s

One Oklahoma County Sheriff's deputy died last week after being shot while serving a lockout order. Before this, the shooter's mother had filed a protective order with the courts, writing that her son would carry guns in her home. Still, nothin

Will recreational marijuana be on Oklahoma ballots in November?

Aug 26th, 2022 14m 40s

State Question 820 would legalize recreational marijuana for Oklahomans 21 and older. But the question may not clear all its procedural hurdles in time for November. Reporter Carmen Forman joins co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwalt to

Oklahoma runoff election: Insiders vs. outsiders

Aug 19th, 2022 17m 46s

As the primary runoff election for dozens of races across Oklahoma looms, several candidates have leaned on ideology –– not policy –– to gain support from voters. Reporter Ben Felder joins co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwalt to discus

Oklahoma schools face teacher shortages and reality of HB 1775

Aug 12th, 2022 15m 22s

On July 28, the Oklahoma State Board of Education dropped Tulsa Public Schools and Mustang Public Schools to accredited with warning over HB 1775 violations, a law restricting the teaching of certain race and gender topics. At the same time, di

Oklahoma City police change pursuit policy after innocent people were killed in crashes

Aug 5th, 2022 10m 22s

Star Shells, 28, a mother of two sons who was pregnant with another, was struck and killed last year by a stolen truck fleeing from Oklahoma City police. An investigation by The Oklahoman found she wasn't the only one who has died during pursui

Mental health professionals are helping respond to police calls in Oklahoma City

Jul 29th, 2022 17m 34s

Champions, a mobile crisis team, helps Oklahoma City police respond to mental health calls by bringing a licensed therapist, case manager and resources to the person in need. Reporter Jana Hayes joins co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwa

Discussions begin for new Oklahoma City Thunder arena

Jul 22nd, 2022 20m 33s

During Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt's State of the City address, he called for discussions to begin on a new NBA arena in downtown. Reporter Steve Lackmeyer joins co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwalt to discuss potential plans, locat

Saga at Western Heights Public Schools continues

Jul 15th, 2022 17m 31s

State officials have asked a judge to remove the president of the Western Heights Board of Education after failing to file the district's annual audit. Co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwalt discuss.

Execution dates are set for 25 Oklahoma inmates

Jul 8th, 2022 13m 16s

Twenty-five inmates now have execution dates set through the end of 2024, with the first one scheduled for Aug. 25, 2022. Reporter Nolan Clay joins co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwalt to discuss.

Election reflection

Jul 1st, 2022 17m 58s

Voters submitted their ballots on Tuesday during Oklahoma's primary election. Reporters Carmen Forman and JaNae Williams join co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwalt to discuss plans for a new Oklahoma County jail and why some primary res

What led to the arrests of Epic Charter Schools co-founders?

Jun 25th, 2022 12m 38s

Co-founders of Epic Charter Schools Ben Harris and David Chaney, as well as their chief financial officer, Josh Brock, were charged Thursday with wrongfully taking and spending millions of dollars intended for students. Co-host Nuria Martinez-K

Tax cuts cause divide in Oklahoma state Capitol

Jun 17th, 2022 14m 23s

The Oklahoma House approved a package of tax cuts during special session, but the state Senate looks reluctant to do the same. State politics reporter Carmen Forman joins co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwalt to discuss.

Covering a decade of mass shootings in America

Jun 10th, 2022 22m 36s

The mass killings in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Uvalde, Texas, have added to the list of shootings that have plagued America in recent decades. The Oklahoman's Executive Editor Ray Rivera talks about his coverage of these, as well as the 2012 Sandy H

Fifty years of Title IX

Jun 3rd, 2022 22m 53s

As the 50th anniversary of Title IX nears, advances in women's sports can be seen in Oklahoma City's Hall of Fame Stadium. Sports columnist Jenni Carlson joins co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwalt to discuss.

Report reveals Southern Baptist Convention suppressed sexual abuse claims

May 27th, 2022 18m 29s

After a third-party investigation found the denomination suppressed reports of sexual abuse by ministers and workers, Southern Baptist Convention leaders are preparing to release the names of the alleged predators. The Oklahoman's religion edit

What to know about Oklahoma's booming industrial space

May 20th, 2022 9m 43s

Speculative industrial parks are exploding across Oklahoma, partially due to consumers' continued shift to online shopping. Senior business reporter Richard Mize joins co-host Dale Denwalt to discuss.

Oklahoma's near-total abortion ban

May 13th, 2022 15m 25s

This year, Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt signed two bills that ban nearly all abortions in the state. Reporters Carmen Forman and Dana Branham join co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwalt to break down what this means for Oklahoma.

Stillwater's transgender bathroom policy faces pushback

May 6th, 2022 12m 57s

Oklahoma conservatives have spoken out against a policy at Stillwater Public Schools that allows transgender students to use the bathroom relating to their gender identity. Co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwalt discuss.

Can Oklahoma attract a Fortune 500 company?

Apr 29th, 2022 19m 9s

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt signed an incentive to help attract large companies, one which is believed to be Panasonic, to the state. Reporter Steve Lackmeyer joins co-hosts Nuria Martinez-Keel and Dale Denwalt to discuss.