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Public Policy, and A Mother’s Love  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
04-Mar-2021
Oklahoma Senate approves electronic monitoring expansion for nonviolent offenders  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
03-Mar-2021
Bill strengthening state’s open transfer system moves to House of Repesentatives  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
03-Mar-2021
Measure Placing National Motto on Public Buildings passes Oklahoma House of Representatives  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-Mar-2021
Fighting for free speech for all Oklahomans  -  
Jonathan Small, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
02-Mar-2021
New Evidence Supports Julius Jones’ Claims of Innocence  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
01-Mar-2021
Many Facilities Poised to Loosen Visitation Restrictions as State and National Data show steep decline in Nursing Home COVID cases  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
26-Feb-2021
Senate, House Redistricting Committees approve rules, guidelines and map submission process  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
26-Feb-2021
Hicks’ bill ‘to stop unfair issuing of court charges/warrants’ goes to Oklahoma Senate floor  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
25-Feb-2021
Committee approves Standridge Bill authorizing social media users to sue for censorship of political/religious speech  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
25-Feb-2021
Oklahoma Black Legislative Caucus issues statement against Death Penalty on Eve of Julius Jones Rally  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
24-Feb-2021
EPIC Honored by Government of Mexico for Support of Hispanic, Mexican Students  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
24-Feb-2021
Parent Voice Oklahoma successfully upends status quo in local School Board races  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
23-Feb-2021
A Blizzard of Mental Health Needs: Commentary  -  
Joe Dorman, Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
23-Feb-2021
Sooner Government Growth: A Commentary  -  
Steve Fair
23-Feb-2021
Schools use parents’ tax dollars to fight pro-parent bill  -  
Ray Carter, OCPAThink.org
21-Feb-2021
Justice reform advocates applaud Senate Public Safety Committee for passage of meaningful sentencing reform  -  
Colleen McCarty, OCJR
20-Feb-2021
Oklahoma Sentencing Reform – Senate Bill 704  -  
Colleen McCarty, Oklahomans for Criminal Justice Reform (OCJR)
19-Feb-2021
Sentencing Reform legislation, aimed at non-violent offenses, would protect safety, reduce prison population in Oklahoma: new analysis  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
18-Feb-2021
Sen. Standridge backs Oklahoma State Medical Association’s court challenge to state’s managed care contracts  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Feb-2021
Oklahoma Senate Appropriations Chair comments on this week’s revenue certification  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Feb-2021
Oklahoma City Rep. Andy Fugate’s State Question Proposal Unanimously Passes Committee  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Feb-2021
Medicaid managed care opponents silent on alternatives  -  
Ray Carter, Center for Independent Journalism
17-Feb-2021
Icy roads causing slick and hazardous travel conditions -- Turner Turnpike is shut down  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
14-Feb-2021
Don Knight, attorney for death row prisoner Richard Glossip, says District Attorney David Prater is withholding evidence  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
13-Feb-2021
Delayed until February 25: Justice for Julius Coalition to hold Rally and Petition Delivery of over six million signatures  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
13-Feb-2021
Gross Receipts slipped to start the year, Oklahoma Treasurer Randy McDaniel says  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
12-Feb-2021
Oklahoma State Senate approves bill allowing communities to support law enforcement with street paintings  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
10-Feb-2021
After the loss of Maxine Horner, former state senator from Tulsa, legislators praise her legacy and her life  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Feb-2021
For the February 9 Elections in the Oklahoma City Area, Recommendations to the Voters  -  
The City Sentinel Endorsements
08-Feb-2021
An Editor’s Comments and Notes – On A Given Sunday (Impeachment Trial Eve)  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
07-Feb-2021
A Vow to Work to Make Things Better  -  
Joe Dorman, Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
06-Feb-2021
Stefiel Johnson Understood Duty: A Tribute  -  
Steve Fair
06-Feb-2021
Stefiel Johnson Understood Duty: A Tribute  -  
Steve Fair
05-Feb-2021
Congresswoman Stephanie Bice Named to Military Personnel and New Cyber Subcommittees  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Feb-2021
Choice Matters honors leaders with ‘Parent Power’ awards  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Feb-2021
Democratic Legislative leaders critical of Republican Governor Kevin Stitt’s state of the state address  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-Feb-2021
Senate Pro Temp Greg Treat and other Republican state legislators respond to State of the State Address  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-Feb-2021
Statement Endorsing Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt  -  
Association of Oklahoma General Contractors
31-Jan-2021
No Silly Valentine: Falling in love with Dorothy Day  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
31-Jan-2021
Oklahoma Sen. George Young files bill modifying notary requirement  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Jan-2021
Oklahoma Senator Michael Bergstrom files Independence and Opportunity for Persons with Disabilities Pilot Program Act  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Jan-2021
Oklahoma State Senator Lonnie Paxton files election protection measure  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Jan-2021
Greg Treat, Oklahoma Senate president pro tempore, files bill to extend pandemic exemptions to open meeting law  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Jan-2021
And so, it begins! A Commentary  -  
Steve Fair
27-Jan-2021
Sen. Standridge files social media bill in response to censorship of political/religious speech  -  
Staff Report
23-Jan-2021
Oklahoma Senator David Bullard files bills to protect rights of public school and college students  -  
Staff Report
23-Jan-2021
Senate Democrats form Leadership Team  -  
23-Jan-2021
Oklahoma State Senator Rob Standridge files school choice legislation to better protect students  -  
Staff Report
21-Jan-2021
Senator George Young of Oklahoma City introduces legislation requiring racial impact statements  -  
Staff Report
21-Jan-2021
The Best and Worst of Everything, and other points worth making: The First Edition  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
19-Jan-2021
Bigger Than One Person: A Commentary  -  
Steve Fair
17-Jan-2021
The Good Word from Rev. George E. Young, Sr. Luke: 4:16-20 (NRSV) and other matters  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
17-Jan-2021
Memories from days at the old Martin Luther King Elementary in Oklahoma City  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
17-Jan-2021
Budget Breakdown: Oklahoma State Appropriations Process  -  
Oklahoma State Senator Roger Thompson
16-Jan-2021
U.S. Representative Stephanie Bice of Oklahoma City on Wednesday’s impeachment vote  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
14-Jan-2021
Saving and Independence with OKSTABLE accounts  -  
Ellyn Hefner, The City Sentinel
14-Jan-2021
State Contractors Say: Stimulate Oklahoma’s economy through road and bridge building  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
11-Jan-2021
Commentary: What a Week!  -  
Steve Fair
11-Jan-2021
Poll shows 60 percent of Oklahoma voters support commutation for Julius Jones from a death row sentence  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
08-Jan-2021
Gross Receipts show slowdown in 2021, Treasurer Randy McDaniel reports  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Jan-2021
State Senator George Young of Oklahoma City files measure to reinstate ‘Earned Income’ Credit  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Jan-2021
Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) launches online portal on Jan. 7 for COVID-19 vaccine registration  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
06-Jan-2021
Death Penalty 2020 Year End Report  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
05-Jan-2021
Survey shows most Oklahomans plan to get COVID-19 vaccine  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
05-Jan-2021
Matters Worthy of Congress: A Commentary looking ahead to Wednesday, January 6  -  
Steve Fair
03-Jan-2021
Commentary: Despite the darkness of 2020, more light in the days ahead  -  
Joe Dorman, OICA
03-Jan-2021
Analyzing and sketching some past U.S. presidential election controversies and Electoral College challenges  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
31-Dec-2020
At the end of 2020, Remembering Ben Franklin, John Adams, and Thomas Jefferson  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
30-Dec-2020
Rural Oklahoma road sign marks spot where Paul McCartney asked for directions to Route 66  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
30-Dec-2020
Reflections on the Year 2020: Auld Lang Syne  -  
Steve Fair
30-Dec-2020
Biden wants ‘clean energy’ advocate Jennifer Granholm as Secretary of Energy  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
29-Dec-2020
News Updates concerning some of Oklahoma's Tribal Nations – Independence, an Inaugural and the COVID fight  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
28-Dec-2020
Oklahoma State Senators join Sen. David Bullard in urging Congress to ‘fight illegal ballots in Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin'  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
25-Dec-2020
Oklahoma State Senator George Young presses for minimum wage boost  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
25-Dec-2020
Lankford: Voter fraud concerns are justified  -  
Ray Carter, OCPAThink.org
22-Dec-2020
Ethics Commission targets ‘information material’  -  
Ray Carter
21-Dec-2020
Children’s Legislative Agenda Set, Advocate Training Slated for January  -  
Joe Dorman, Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
19-Dec-2020
OCU Law to host Second Annual Criminal Justice Reform Conference  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
17-Dec-2020
Commentary: A Fruit Medley  -  
Steve Fair
16-Dec-2020
CareSource Oklahoma announces CEO– Veteran Managed Care Operator To Lead Efforts In Oklahoma Market  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
16-Dec-2020
Biden, Bork, a Benevolent God – and the promise to Solomon  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, December 15, 2020
15-Dec-2020
Intentionally Informed/ABLE Accounts  -  
Ellyn Hefner, The City Sentinel's series on the OK STABLE program
13-Dec-2020
Energy Sector hit hard in November, Oklahoma Treasurer Randy McDaniel reports  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
11-Dec-2020
Expect Change, Not Unity: A Commentary  -  
Steve Fair
10-Dec-2020
Oklahoma State Senator Rob Standridge issues statement after Texas files election lawsuit challenging battleground states’ presidential election results  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Dec-2020
Oklahoma State Senate redistricting meetings begin this week  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
06-Dec-2020
The Right to Be Wrong: A Commentary on religious freedom (from September)  -  
Steve Fair
06-Dec-2020
Cristo Rey Oklahoma City launches holiday match, seeks partners for Corporate Work Study program  -  
CapitolBeatOK STaff Report
06-Dec-2020
OCPA Statement: Attorney General Mike Hunter protects vulnerable children, ends anti-Christian discrimination  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
06-Dec-2020
Amazon touts second fulfillment center in Oklahoma City through Business Wire release  -  
Staff Report, The City Sentinel Online
05-Dec-2020
New Oklahoma Pediatric Psychotropic Medication Resource Guide released for health care professionals  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
03-Dec-2020
No Statute of Limitations for the Cheyenne and Arapaho. Chester Arthur and U.S. Grant made a promise. America should keep it  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel Print Edition (Dec. 2020) Page One
02-Dec-2020
A Tribute Song: A Modern Warrior, Charles Surveyor sought Peace, Justice and Prosperity  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan (May 18, 2019)
01-Dec-2020
Three Democratic state House members – Dollens, Munson, Walke – called for relief, infrastructure investment from OG&E  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
01-Dec-2020
Sen. Frank Simpson reminds veterans about Stars and Stripes License Project  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Nov-2020
Activists to begin 131 mile walk on December 31 in support of clemency for Julius Jones  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
28-Nov-2020
Congresswoman-elect Stephanie Bice Named GOP Freshman Class President for 117th Congress  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
28-Nov-2020
OKSTABLE eGift for the Holidays  -  
Wanda Felty, for The City Sentinel series, Oklahoma STABLE program
24-Nov-2020
Kim Kardashian West visits Julius Jones on Death Row in Oklahoma  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
24-Nov-2020
Oklahoma State Senators Nathan Dahm, David Bullard file election integrity bills  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
21-Nov-2020
Uniform voting procedures needed: A Commentary  -  
Steve Fair
21-Nov-2020
Oklahoma State Budget Breakdown: Focus on Education  -  
State Sen. Roger Thompson
15-Nov-2020
Trait Thompson to succeed Bob Blackburn as Executive Director of Oklahoma Historical Society  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
14-Nov-2020
Treasurer Randy McDaniel reports: Government income drops amidst downturn  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
13-Nov-2020
They’re just sayin’ – Some disagree with the dominant narrative, and so do I  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
09-Nov-2020
After November 3 defeat, Yes on 805 will continue the fight for criminal justice reform   -  
Staff Report
08-Nov-2020
School Choice supporters victorious in Oklahoma legislative races  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Nov-2020
CapitolBeatOK Founder and City Sentinel publisher on recent power and internet outages  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
08-Nov-2020
State Question 805: Objections vs. Reality  -  
Ryan Haynie, OCPAThink.org
02-Nov-2020
Why S.Q. 805 fearmongering is false: A Commentary  -  
Trent England, OCPAThink.org
02-Nov-2020
The City Sentinel Endorsements, General Election 2020  -  
The City Sentinel endorsements, page 10, November 2020 print edition
01-Nov-2020
Amendments to City Charter on November 3 Ballot  -  
The City Sentinel Staff Report
01-Nov-2020
House District 93: For Mickey Dollens  -  
The City Sentinel Endorsement
26-Oct-2020
Hope in the swirling, darkening mist – Signs of principle and a glimmer of light  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, Publisher, The City Sentinel
26-Oct-2020
Brian Maughan for Oklahoma County Commissioner, District 2  -  
The City Sentinel Endorsement, November print edition
26-Oct-2020
Fifth Congressional District: For Stephanie Bice  -  
The City Sentinel Endorsement
25-Oct-2020
OK STABLE accounts and 529 College Savings Plans  -  
Compiled by Ellyn Hefner, for The City Sentinel
23-Oct-2020
My questions for law-enforcement opponents of State Question 805: A Commentary  -  
Ryan Haynie, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs (OCPA)
23-Oct-2020
AOGC endorses Cody Rogers as he seeks win over incumbent in Senate District 37  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Oct-2020
The rhetorical stones, boulders and meteors cast at America and the Founding: A Commentary  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
11-Oct-2020
Rep. Kevin McDugle plans Interim Study on Death Penalty practices and procedures  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
10-Oct-2020
Commentary: Vote Yes on State Question 814  -  
Steve Fair
10-Oct-2020
Political Hacks Chili Cook-off set for October 17  -  
From Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
10-Oct-2020
Oklahoma Treasurer Randy McDaniel Reports: Economic Trends Continue in September  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-Oct-2020
McGirt Complications: Judge Considers Recusal  -  
Ray Carter
07-Oct-2020
Capital Punishment, the Holy Bible and the U.S. Constitution  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, August 4, 2018
07-Oct-2020
Children deserve an audit process beyond reproach  -  
A Statement by Jonathan Small, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
05-Oct-2020
A vote for State Question 805 is a vote for justice : A Commentary  -  
Brad Henry
03-Oct-2020
Savings and Oklahomans with a Disability: Before OKSTABLE vs. Life with OKSTABLE accounts  -  
Ellyn Novak Hefner, The City Sentinel
03-Oct-2020
Epic Charter ‘Sets the Record Straight’ in rebuttal to Oklahoma State Auditor  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-Oct-2020
Fifth District Election: Kendra Horn and backers advance mainstream themes, challenger Stephanie Bice wants incumbent to back paycheck protection effort  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
29-Sep-2020
Reflections from an Editor who supports Barrett, Advocates for Jones, and ponders House District 88  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
28-Sep-2020
Aiming for Universal School Choice: A Commentary  -  
Greg Forster, Ph.D., Yale University
25-Sep-2020
Veteran’s Caucus Chair, Pro Tempore comment on independent investigation of Lawton Veterans Center, which did not substantiate allegations of abuse and neglect  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
21-Sep-2020
Parental demand may change school choice landscape  -  
Ray Carter, OCPAThink.org
17-Sep-2020
‘Census Sprint to the Finish’ event to boost Census response set for Friday at State Capitol  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
16-Sep-2020
Democrats focus on redistricting: A Commentary  -  
Steve Fair
07-Sep-2020
Vatican Radio interviews Paul S. Coakley, American Archbishop, concerning federal use of the death penalty  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-Sep-2020
REFLECTION: Which black lives matter?  -  
Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, Oklahoma City
06-Sep-2020
School Choice highlighted at Republican National Convention  -  
Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
04-Sep-2020
Energy Sector Pullback pushes Oklahoma gross receipts lower, Treasurer reports  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
04-Sep-2020
Oklahoma Senators Thompson and Standridge encouraged by state’s Top 10 ranking for highway bridges  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
30-Aug-2020
ANALYSIS IN BRIEF: The most important decision in Oklahoma history, ‘McGirt v. Oklahoma’  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
28-Aug-2020
Teacher numbers decline despite pay raises  -  
Ray Carter, OCPAThink.org
27-Aug-2020
Federal government approves new state-tribal compacts  -  
Ray Carter, Center for Independent Journalism
23-Aug-2020
Stephanie Bice secures Oklahoma Fraternal Order of Police support as she seeks GOP nod to challenge Kendra Horn  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
21-Aug-2020
Runoff Race News: Stephanie Bice outraises Terry Neese for seventh straight reporting period  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
20-Aug-2020
Slave-owning past remains problem for Choctaws  -  
Ray Carter, OCPA Center for Independent Journalism
19-Aug-2020
State Rep. Justin Humphrey comments on COVID-19 and Hydroxychloroquine  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Aug-2020
COVID-19 and the DSP brings New ways to support Adults with Disabilities  -  
Ellyn Novak Hefner, The City Sentinel
16-Aug-2020
Analysis: Seeking redress for past wrongdoing, sometimes where you stand depends on where you sit  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
14-Aug-2020
Oklahoma Governor Stitt Ceremonially Signs Sanders’ DUI Victims’ Impact, Dyslexia Bills. Sanders praises advocates and Sens. Bice and Paxton  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
11-Aug-2020
Editor’s Notebook: Backing Bice, Michigan race, a hero of non-violence, and the Virus  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
08-Aug-2020
McGirt decision could upend Oklahoma’s regulation, taxes  -  
Ray Carter, Center for Independent Journalism
07-Aug-2020
Treasurer Randy McDaniel says delayed tax filing deadline boosts gross receipts  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
06-Aug-2020
McGirt chaos continues to grow  -  
Ray Carter, Center for Independent Journalism
05-Aug-2020
Fifth Congressional District, Republican Runoff: For Stephanie Bice  -  
The City Sentinel Runoff Endorsement
04-Aug-2020
Prosecutor misleads on State Question 805: A Commentary  -  
Trent England, OCPA
04-Aug-2020
Republican candidates will have the “pole position” on the November 2020 Ballots – and here’s why  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Aug-2020
State Rep. Sean Roberts questions tax credit for Thunder if players choose to kneel, disrespect flag  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
31-Jul-2020
State Question 805 is eligible for statewide election ballot  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
30-Jul-2020
Oklahoma Senate President Pro Temp Greg Treat announces Interim Studies approved for Republican members  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Jul-2020
The Nine Oklahoma Senate Democrats gain a share of Interim Studies  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Jul-2020
Virtual Heroes Ball on July 31. OICA Joins “GotMaskOk” Initiative Fighting COVID-19  -  
Joe Dorman, Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
27-Jul-2020
Mask or No Mask? A Commentary  -  
Steve Fair
27-Jul-2020
Analysis: Otoe-Missouria, Comanche say state court cannot invalidate their compacts with Oklahoma  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
24-Jul-2020
Oklahoma teacher union attacks aid to low-income and minority students  -  
Ray Carter
23-Jul-2020
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt begins work on state-tribal jurisdictional issues  -  
Ray Carter, Director, Center for Independent Journalism
21-Jul-2020
Doing Some Heavy Lifting: Commuting Julius Jones – and Ending Executions in Oklahoma  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
20-Jul-2020
Today, Creek Chief David W. Hill rejected ‘agreement-in-principle’ Attorney General Mike Hunter announced yesterday  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
17-Jul-2020
Seminole Nation ‘has not been involved’ in discussions about ‘agreement-in-principle,’ Chief Chilcoat says in press statement  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
17-Jul-2020
Ruling in ‘McGirt v. Oklahoma’ divides the state: A Commentary  -  
Steve Fair
17-Jul-2020
Hunter and five tribal leaders release ‘agreement in principle’ on state/tribal jurisdiction  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
16-Jul-2020
Jonathan Small statement on ‘McGirt v. Oklahoma’ court decision  -  
OCPAThink.org -- Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
13-Jul-2020
Analysis: Musings on ‘McGirt’, the most significant federal court decision in Oklahoma’s history  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, Publisher, The City Sentinel
10-Jul-2020
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt visits Red Rock, discusses gaming compact and other issues with Otoe-Missouria tribal members, local legislators  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
09-Jul-2020
Attorney General Mike Hunter joins major Oklahoma tribal nations to comment on ‘McGirt’ decision  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
09-Jul-2020
News Analysis: Two more Oklahoma tribes, on July 2, sign ‘Declarations of Independence’ through new compacts  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
06-Jul-2020
Oklahoma Treasurer Randy McDaniel reports signs of economic resiliency and concern  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Jul-2020
Reflections on Recent Days, looking back and thinking ahead – and asking a question  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Jul-2020
U.S. Supreme Court Rules for School Choice and Religious Liberty, Cites Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter's Brief  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
30-Jun-2020
‘Bostock’ Decision called “an incredible victory” – or “an injustice that will have implications in many areas”  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
29-Jun-2020
Analysis: Fifth District election advertising turns divisive for the GOP, Taylor’s an interesting alternative in the Fourth District, Horn is “steady on,” as her primary foe attacks  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
28-Jun-2020
In Republican Primary for Fifth District U.S. House of Representatives: For Stephanie Bice  -  
The City Sentinel Primary Endorsement
24-Jun-2020
In Democratic Primary for Fifth District U.S. House of Representatives: For Kendra Horn  -  
The City Sentinel Primary Endorsement
24-Jun-2020
Republicans: Nominate JJ Stitt, who says he wants to be “half the Senator Tom Coburn was”  -  
The City Sentinel Primary Endorsement
24-Jun-2020
Oklahoma Senate Democratic Leader Kay Floyd gives update on Sen. Allison Ikley-Freeman  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
19-Jun-2020
BREAKING: State Question 805 gets strong affirmation in new study from OCPA  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
17-Jun-2020
COMMENTARY -- Saving Julius Jones: A time for truth, and a time for wisdom  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
11-Jun-2020
Oklahoma Senate Democrats call for racial justice  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
10-Jun-2020
Analyzing the Start of a New Era: Federal government greenlights Oklahoma gaming compacts for Comanche, Otoe-Missouria  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
08-Jun-2020
Pandemic continues to strike Oklahoma’s economy, Treasurer McDaniel says  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Jun-2020
Statement from Oklahoma Catholic Bishops in support of State Question 802  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Jun-2020
After anticipating jail COVID surges like Comanche County’s, ACLU Oklahoma encourages quick action to impede coronavirus spread  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
28-May-2020
Imagination Library literacy program enacted into state law  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
25-May-2020
Unborn Person Wrongful Death Act, Oklahoma Senate Bill 1728, signed into law  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
23-May-2020
Through new Oklahoma law, legal age increased for purchase of tobacco products  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
23-May-2020
Thompson and Wallace guide measure to passage easing curbside sales and delivery of liquor  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
22-May-2020
Stitt signs Sanders, Bice Dyslexia Screen bill  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
20-May-2020
Analysis: Why Oklahoma’s historic (and recent) legal arguments to the U.S. Supreme Court are so vital  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
18-May-2020
Jackson sets LOFT-y goals in new post at state Capitol  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
16-May-2020
Stitt: Legislature ‘owns’ future budget problems  -  
Ray Carter, Center for Independent Journalism
16-May-2020
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt vetoes budget, state Legislature overrides  -  
Ray Carter, Center for Independent Journalism
14-May-2020
Comanche Nation, Otoe-Missouria Tribe respond to recent opinion of state A.G.  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
13-May-2020
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt says he will veto bills that redirect pension funds  -  
Ray Carter, Center for Independent Journalism
12-May-2020
Comanche Nation Chairman Issues Statement Regarding the Tribe's Recent OIGA Suspension  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-May-2020
Otoe-Missouria Tribal Chairman responds to gaming association power play  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-May-2020
Oklahoma Senate sends to governor measure aiming to ‘protect election integrity’ in absentee voting process  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-May-2020
Oklahoma Treasurer Randy McDaniel Reports: Coronavirus strikes state government revenues  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-May-2020
I was wrong in part, but now I am right in full: Stitt, Comanche and Otoe-Missouria green light a better future  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
07-May-2020
Commentary: God has no deficit  -  
Steve Fair
06-May-2020
Editor's Notebook: In recent statements, Democratic Leader Kay Floyd reflects on budget, business reopening and State Question 802  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
06-May-2020
Lawyer for death row inmates calls June and July ‘reasonable timeframe’ for key issues in Oklahoma lethal injection case  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
05-May-2020
Legislative leaders reach budget agreement  -  
Ray Carter, Center for Independent Journalism
05-May-2020
OK STABLE, CARES Act and Adults with disabilities  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
04-May-2020
COMMENTARY – An Editor’s Notebook: Tumult and Timeliness in Oklahoma’s Indian Country  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
01-May-2020
COMMENTARY: Are OU students being punished?  -  
Brandon Dutcher, OCPA
30-Apr-2020
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt’s reopening plan begins implementation  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
26-Apr-2020
No rapid recovery expected for Oklahoma’s economy  -  
Ray Carter, OCPAThink.org
23-Apr-2020
Oklahoma state Senator Nathan Dahm files bill to reopen businesses while protecting public health  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
22-Apr-2020
Challenges for Oklahoma, from Budget to Healthcare  -  
Joe Dorman, Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
20-Apr-2020
Ellyn Hefner works with allies for a STABLE future  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
10-Apr-2020
Special Needs Trusts – An Overview  -  
Special Report, For The City Sentinel
10-Apr-2020
Oklahoma Senate acts to deplete Rainy Day Fund, approves governor’s emergency powers  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-Apr-2020
Oklahoma House approves emergency powers for governor. Rainy Day Fund depletion passed  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-Apr-2020
March gross receipts show calm before storm, Treasurer McDaniel says  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
06-Apr-2020
Oklahoma statewide candidate filing begins Wednesday (April 8) – Mail, Delivery and ‘drive-through options offered  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Apr-2020
COMMENTARY: Make A Difference!  -  
Steve Fair
02-Apr-2020
A Tribute Song: Admiring Oklahoma’s ‘Dr. Tom’ – and honoring his legacy  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
29-Mar-2020
Senate Democrats ask Gov. Stitt for ‘stronger statewide action’  -  
Oklahoma State Senator Kay Floyd, Minority Leader.
29-Mar-2020
COMMENTARY -- Overreaching politicians and shared sacrifice  -  
Trent England, OCPA Executive Vice President
27-Mar-2020
Reminder from Election Board Secretary: Party affiliation change deadline approaches  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
24-Mar-2020
Commentary: H.J.R. 1027 increases odds by 18.2 times!  -  
Steve Fair
15-Mar-2020
State Sen. Stephanie Bice, Republican candidate for Fifth District Congressional seat, comments on national Emergency Declaration  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
15-Mar-2020
State Senate approves health/legal proposals: workplace violence, video monitoring  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-Mar-2020
Slide resumes for Oklahoma Gross Receipts, Treasurer McDaniel reports  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Mar-2020
Universal Occupational Licensing Recognition Act advances to Oklahoma Senate Floor  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Feb-2020
Commentary: Responding to the Census critical for Oklahoma’s Children and Future  -  
Joe Dorman, Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
29-Feb-2020
Stephanie Bice advances in NRCC ‘Young Guns’ program  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Feb-2020
Mediate This: Essentials for new Indian Gaming Compacts  -  
The City Sentinel Editorial
23-Feb-2020
COMMENTARY: Oklahoma Death Penalty repeal bill merits fair hearing and vote on Tuesday  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
23-Feb-2020
Democrats must not ban Oklahoma’s ability to produce clean-burning Natural Gas  -  
State Sen. Stephanie Bice
23-Feb-2020
Oklahoma Senate Committee passes state question proposal to modernize State Constitution  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
22-Feb-2020
Oklahoma Senate approved legislation allowing physician-certified nurse anesthetists collaboration  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
22-Feb-2020
Catholic Conference of Oklahoma issues statement on re-institution of Lethal Injection  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
16-Feb-2020
State Sen. George Young files legislation to appropriate funds for Clara Luper Civil Rights Center  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Feb-2020
Treasurer McDaniel says “Use Taxes bring bright spot to otherwise flat Gross Receipts"  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Feb-2020
Mike Bloomberg is in it to win it – Presidential campaign opens well-staffed Oklahoma office  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
08-Feb-2020
Oklahoma Senate Update: Saving for a Rainy Day, Redistricting ruling, Purchasing Reforms – and honoring a hero  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Feb-2020
Oklahoma Senate GOP leaders praise Governor Stitt’s “State of the State” Address  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Feb-2020
Governor Kevin Stitt delivers 2020 State of the State Address  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
03-Feb-2020
COMMENTARY: More school counselors would help diminish adverse childhood experiences  -  
Joe Dorman, Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
31-Jan-2020
Film Review: In the end, ‘Just Mercy’ chronicles what all people want  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
30-Jan-2020
Reformer Stephanie Bice, a multi-issue conservative, seeks Republican nomination in Oklahoma’s Fifth Congressional District  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, Editor and Publisher, The City Sentinel
28-Jan-2020
Kevin Stitt stands up for all Oklahomans, including the smaller tribes  -  
The City Sentinel Editorial
27-Jan-2020
Treasurer McDaniel says 2019 gross receipts report show shrinking economy  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
10-Jan-2020
The ‘Black Hole’ for Open Records at the University of Oklahoma  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel and CapitolBeatOK and Stacy Martin, Independent Journalist
03-Jan-2020
From June 2019: After nine months, University of Oklahoma has not answered open records request  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel/CapitolBeatOK and Stacy Martin, Independent Journalist
03-Jan-2020
More of CapitolBeatOK’s Top Stories for 2019 – A ‘black hole’ at OU, James Lankford’s performance, Non-Compact developments in Indian Country, Medicaid Expansion, and Horn’s vote to Impeach  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, CapitolBeatOK
02-Jan-2020
S.Q. 802: After legal ruling and petition drive, stage is set for Medicaid Expansion vote  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
01-Jan-2020
ANALYSIS -- CapitolBeatOK’s top five stories for 2019: Compact quarrel, Death Penalty and Criminal Justice, state revenues tighten, state Senate delivers, Journalism declines  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, CapitolBeatOK
31-Dec-2019
Who governs Oklahoma’s public school structure?  -  
Greg Forster
28-Dec-2019
Oklahoma Senate President Pro Temp, Appropriations Committee chairman comment on revenue certification  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
28-Dec-2019
Schools disagree on definition of ‘significant medical condition’  -  
Ray Carter, OCPA Center for Independent Journalism
25-Dec-2019
2020 OKC Martin Luther King Holiday Events Planned  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
25-Dec-2019
Commentary: Governor Stitt, the Oklahoma Tribes and the Outside Vendors  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, Publisher, The City Sentinel
24-Dec-2019
Oklahoma State Senate Leaders announce bipartisan effort to encourage Census participation  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
19-Dec-2019
Senate Pro Temp Greg Treat names Ellington, Prince to important criminal justice posts  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
14-Dec-2019
Oklahoma’s November Gross Receipts Drop, state Treasurer Randy McDaniel reports  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
09-Dec-2019
COMMENTARY-- Checking it Twice: David Prater is sometimes Naughty, Not Nice  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
07-Dec-2019
For Rational, Fair, Legal and Honest New Tribal Compacts  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
25-Nov-2019
Commentary: Don’t sign the redistricting petition  -  
Steve Fair
25-Nov-2019
1889 Institute makes the case for ending new car dealership licensing  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Nov-2019
Legislative Update: Rep. Miller studies reinstatement of drivers’ licenses, Sen. Dahm promotes tax credits for safety, Rural schools honor Sen. Pemberton  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Nov-2019
UCO to screen “The Last Defense” Nov. 15 exploring Julius Jones’ death row case  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
10-Nov-2019
McDaniel reports: Oklahoma’s October Gross Receipts show slow growth  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
09-Nov-2019
527 Oklahomans to walk free on Monday after historic commutation move by Governor Kevin Stitt and Pardon & Parole Board  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
03-Nov-2019
Arbitrate This: Something Strange, and Something Good, while hoping for a “win-win”  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
29-Oct-2019
Equity and Fair Play at Center of Comanche challenge to Chickasaw land grab  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, Publisher, The City Sentinel
28-Oct-2019
On November 1, pre-registration open to citizens at age 17.5  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
27-Oct-2019
U.S. Senator James Lankford warns Medicaid expansion involves high costs  -  
Ray Carter, OCPA Center for Independent Journalism
21-Oct-2019
Attorneys file clemency petition on behalf of Julius Jones with letters of support  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
20-Oct-2019
Senate President Pro Temp Greg Treat names Rick Nagel to Judicial Nominating Commission  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
20-Oct-2019
Citizen Potawatomi welcome Pro-Pipe USA LLA to Iron Horse Industrial Park  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Oct-2019
Senate Pro Temp Greg Treat commends Gov. Stitt’s increase of oversight on federal money  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
06-Oct-2019
Slight growth for Oklahoma gross receipts, as monthly oil and gas tax collections drop  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Oct-2019
Venezuelan Energy Attorney to Speak Saturday in Oklahoma City on ‘The Dangers of Socialism’  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Sep-2019
An Editorial: Informed Observations on the Tribal Gaming Compact(s)  -  
The City Sentinel Editorial
29-Sep-2019
Tulsa Parents are voting with their feet (Analysis)  -  
Curtis Shelton
22-Sep-2019
1889 Institute study on Perfusionist Licensing: Law is Endangering Patients  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
22-Sep-2019
An Editor’s Notebook: Friday Climate March, Capitol press conference, Census meeting  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
20-Sep-2019
Knowing Nyla Better: Rose State Professor gains new recognition as one of the “Top 10 Kashmiri Women Achievers”  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
14-Sep-2019
Facing discrimination claim, OU settles with law professor  -  
Mike Brake, Independent Journalist
14-Sep-2019
Capitol Gains adds experienced legislator Mike Thompson to firm  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
13-Sep-2019
Critic of virtual schools has degree from online university  -  
Ray Carter
09-Sep-2019
Governor Stitt’s proposal would not be the first change to state gaming compacts  -  
Ray Carter
07-Sep-2019
Oklahoma Gross Receipts Reflect modest economic growth in August, Treasurer Randy McDaniel says  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-Sep-2019
Remembering Bob Waldrop, a man of passion and commitment  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
06-Sep-2019
An Editorial: Fresh Thoughts on Why Kevin Stitt is (Still) right on the Compact  -  
The City Sentinel Editorial, September 2019
03-Sep-2019
COMMENTARY: Are you MIA in child advocacy?  -  
Joe Dorman, Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
02-Sep-2019
1889 Institute: Massage Therapy Licensing, passed in 2016, never necessary  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-Sep-2019
Commentary: Constitutional Carry Under Attack  -  
Steve Fair
02-Sep-2019
Oklahoma Tribes enter Arkansas Market despite higher taxes  -  
Ray Carter, OCPA Center for Independent Journalism
02-Sep-2019
New ‘Policy Brief’ examines ‘Forming Teachers: The Education School Challenge’  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
01-Sep-2019
Schools’ Lobbying raises open-records concerns  -  
Ray Carter, OCPA Center for Independent Journalism
30-Aug-2019
An explanation for recent posts, and a request for help  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
25-Aug-2019
Time to Stop Licensing Polygraph Examiners, 1889 Institute Says  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
24-Aug-2019
Two Legislative Interim Studies That Impact Families  -  
Joe Dorman, Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
24-Aug-2019
Federal government quashes states’ plans to reform Medicaid  -  
Kaitlyn Finley, OCPA Policy Research Fellow
20-Aug-2019
BREAKING ANALYSIS: Expert says gambling compacts need to better address addiction  -  
Ray Carter, Center for Independent Journalism
10-Aug-2019
Oklahoma Gross Receipts show signs of moderation, Treasurer McDaniel says, but overall growth continues  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
09-Aug-2019
Lindsey Nicole Henry Scholarship program is helping Oklahoma foster kids  -  
Staci Elder Hensley, Independent Journalist
09-Aug-2019
Tribal stances on gaming-fee increase contrast with past tax-increase position  -  
Ray Carter, OCPA Center for Independent Journalism
06-Aug-2019
Dr. Nyla Khan named to Journal Record’s “Fifty Making a Difference” list  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
04-Aug-2019
Oklahoma City University School of Law introduces new Animal Law program  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel Online
03-Aug-2019
COMMENTARY: Tribal Casino and Gaming Compacts getting renewed attention  -  
Jonathan Small and Curtis Shelton
02-Aug-2019
An Editorial: Governor Stitt is right on the Compact  -  
The City Sentinel Editorial
29-Jul-2019
State Rep. Jason Dunnington garners Aspen Institute fellowship  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
27-Jul-2019
State Rep. Daniel Pae receives 2019 Rising Star Award  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
26-Jul-2019
Oklahoma state Rep. Mike Sanders honored by American Legion of Oklahoma  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
25-Jul-2019
Oklahomans paying to educate ‘ghost students’ in numerous districts  -  
Ray Carter
25-Jul-2019
State Rep. David Perryman will not seek a fifth term  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
22-Jul-2019
Analysis: Top 10 States in Education deliver bang for the buck  -  
Brandon Dutcher
21-Jul-2019
Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Treat makes key choices for governing boards  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
21-Jul-2019
LOFT oversight committee to hold first meeting July 30  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
19-Jul-2019
New federal rule expands health insurance options  -  
Kaitlyn Finley, OCPA Policy Research Fellow
19-Jul-2019
State House Minority Leader Emily Virgin responds to Epic Charter investigation  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Jul-2019
Contractors’ group supports Stephanie Bice in Fifth District Congressional race  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
15-Jul-2019
Who will clean up America’s voter rolls?  -  
Mark Hemingway, Real Clear Investigations
15-Jul-2019
OEA membership down 16 percent over five years  -  
Ray Carter, OCPA Center for Independent Journalism
12-Jul-2019
Treasurer McDaniel reports growth in gross receipts despite sales tax decline  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Jul-2019
Colorado study shows hospitals raise rates with Medicaid expansion  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Jul-2019
Senate President Pro Temp Great Treat names his choices for LOFT-y oversight  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
01-Jul-2019
Ahniwake Rose named Oklahoma Policy Institute Executive Director, replacing David Blatt  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
01-Jul-2019
Oklahoma State Supreme Court rejects Medicaid petition challenge  -  
Ray Carter, OCPA Center for Independent Journalism
23-Jun-2019
Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) continues work with youth programs  -  
Joe Dorman, Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
21-Jun-2019
Criminal Justice Reform: What passed, and what’s next?  -  
Kaitlyn Finley, OCPA Policy Research Fellow
20-Jun-2019
Two Years of Oklahoma Growth Revenue  -  
Curtis Shelton, OCPA Policy Fellow
15-Jun-2019
Analysis: Under the dome, Oklahoma state Legislature maintains pro-life path  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
13-Jun-2019
Experts warn of economic storms on the horizon  -  
Ray Carter, OCPA Center for Independent Journalism
12-Jun-2019
Oklahoma Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty fundraiser features Vanessa Potkin (Innocence Project), tribute to death penalty foe Joe Rowan  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan and Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
12-Jun-2019
Dialogue Institute to feature Dr. Nyla Ali Khan on Tuesday, June 11  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
09-Jun-2019
Economic activity, state revenues grew in May, McDaniel reports. Weather impact not yet measured  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-Jun-2019
COMMENTARY: Legislative session marked by both victories and defeats  -  
Joe Dorman, Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
05-Jun-2019
Mixed Reviews as Oklahoma Legislative Session Ends  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
26-May-2019
OCPA’s Jonathan Small Comments on 2019 legislative session  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
24-May-2019
Oklahoma Commission on the Status of Women names state Rep. Regina Goodwin recipient of 2019 Guardian Award  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
24-May-2019
In education funding, appropriations don’t tell the whole story  -  
Curtis Shelton, OCPA Policy Fellow
23-May-2019
COMMENTARY – Cole’s conquest looms, amid concerns for the future of Indian Country  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
20-May-2019
Opinion: Who is the OEA?  -  
OCPAThink.org
19-May-2019
Treasurer Randy McDaniel reports: New Record High for Gross Receipts  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
16-May-2019
OCPA says OEA’s silence on ‘diversion’ of school funds is deafening  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-May-2019
1889 Institute calls for end to athletic trainer licensing in Oklahoma  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
28-Apr-2019
Storybook Ball on May 10 to benefit children of incarcerated parents  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
25-Apr-2019
State Rep. Marcus McEntire discusses longstanding GOP effort to expand Medicaid  -  
Ray Carter, OCPA Center for Independent Journalism
25-Apr-2019
Opinion: Statement on Medicaid expansion ballot initiative  -  
Jonathan Small, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
23-Apr-2019
TSET putting nightclubs ahead of doctors?  -  
Ray Carter, OCPA Center for Independent Journalism
20-Apr-2019
1889 Institute joins Mackinac Center for important study on How “To End Corporate Welfare”  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
13-Apr-2019
After a ‘living hell,’ teenage girl finds a new beginning  -  
Ray Carter, OCPA Center for Independent Journalism
10-Apr-2019
1889 Institute has been busy: Critical reports focus on attorney regs, state job skills, and Medicaid expansion  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-Apr-2019
Oklahoma Taxes continue to surge: Gross Receipts sustain two straight years of growth, Treasurer McDaniel reports  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
06-Apr-2019
Senate President Pro Temp Greg Treat names Timothy Tardibono to Office of Juvenile Affairs Board  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
04-Apr-2019
David Blatt to step down as Oklahoma Policy Institute’s Executive Director  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
27-Mar-2019
After Senate approval, ‘Pay for Success’ proposal will receive consideration  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report, Pat McGuigan contributing
22-Mar-2019
Oklahoma Senate Bill 605 is bad policy, no matter where you try it  -  
Kaitlyn Finley, OCPA
21-Mar-2019
COMMENTARY: ‘The more things change, the less they stay the same’  -  
Joe Dorman, Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
19-Mar-2019
COMMENTARY: Collaboration, not Consolidation  -  
Steve Fair
17-Mar-2019
Study says charter schools can deliver more bang for the buck  -  
Mike Brake, Independent Journalist
17-Mar-2019
Oklahoma State Senate approves Rob Standridge’s ‘Oklahoma First!’ legislation  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
15-Mar-2019
Oklahoma’s Gross Receipts show growth for 23rd straight month, McDaniel reports  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
10-Mar-2019
Analysis: Better Service at a Better Price  -  
Jonathan Small, OCPA
24-Feb-2019
Legislative panel advances measure to increase small business owners’ access to association health plans  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
23-Feb-2019
Legislative Democrats press united “Brand New State” Agenda  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Feb-2019
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt’s budget is the most transparent in years  -  
Curtis Shelton, OCPA Policy Fellow
17-Feb-2019
Lower Energy prices impact gross receipts for January, Treasurer McDaniel says  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
10-Feb-2019
Oklahomans for Criminal Justice Reform advance ideas safely to reverse prison growth  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
06-Feb-2019
Senate Pro Temp Treat and House Speaker McCall applaud Governor Stitt’s State of the State  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Feb-2019
Analysis – Oklahoma’s Dismal Public Education Ranking  -  
Byron Schlomach, 1889 Institute
02-Feb-2019
Analysis: Collective bargaining not worth it for teachers  -  
Greg Forster, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
01-Feb-2019
Pace of work intensifies at Oklahoma state Senate, Republican Treat and Democrat Floyd unveil key proposals  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
19-Jan-2019
Commentary: Turning Around Oklahoma  -  
Steve Fair
14-Jan-2019
Speaker McCall, Speaker Pro Tempore Wright reelected to lead Oklahoma House of Representatives  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
13-Jan-2019
Oklahoma State Senator Greg Treat appoints range of officials after election as President Pro Tempore  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
12-Jan-2019
In his first release Gross Receipts report, Oklahoma Treasurer Randy McDaniel says tax revenue grew 13.2 percent during 2018  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
11-Jan-2019
Former Bixby superintendent now draws $100,000 annually  -  
Mike Brake, Independent Journalist
06-Jan-2019
Oklahoma news in 2018 (Part III): CapitolBeatOK designates more stories of significance: Horn’s Fifth District win, rural vs. urban divide, justice reform implementation, Opioid wars, and Greg Treat’s LOFT-y proposal  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
03-Jan-2019
CapitolBeatOK’s listing of top Oklahoma news stories (Part II): Health Department Scandal ends with a whimper, death penalty’s legal standing, Big Tribe Power, The OK’s decline, and liquor reforms  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Jan-2019
CapitolBeatOK’s Top Five News Stories for 2018: Fallin’s conservative collapse, Republicans back in charge, medical pot prevails, economy recovers, teachers strike and taxes hike  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
01-Jan-2019
Oklahoma has rosy revenue projection for Fiscal Year 2020  -  
Curtis Shelton, OCPA Policy Fellow
30-Dec-2018
The Color Purple and Feminine Electoral Strength – Oklahoma City’s Top 10 Stories for 2018  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, Publisher, The City Sentinel
29-Dec-2018
OCPA files open records request with the Oklahoma Ethics Commission  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
27-Dec-2018
Senate Democratic-Leader Designate Kay Floyd announces committee assignments  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
23-Dec-2018
Incoming Oklahoma Senate President Pro Temp Greg Treat names leadership team, designates Stephanie Bice and Rob Standridge for key roles  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
23-Dec-2018
As Democratic rural losses increase, state Rep. Tadlock says he is changing parties, not changing sides  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
09-Dec-2018
Miller Time will end January 2 – Gross Tax Receipts for past 12 months “highest on record”  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Dec-2018
Commentary: Racism and the government school monopoly  -  
Greg Forster
02-Dec-2018
OU’s burgeoning diversity bureaucracy continues to monitor speech  -  
Mike Brake, Independent Journalist
20-Nov-2018
S.Q. 793 narrowly defeated, legislative push for eye care choice still anticipated  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
07-Nov-2018
Oklahoma’s gross tax receipts continue to climb, state Treasurer Ken Miller reports  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-Nov-2018
Gross receipts to Oklahoma state treasury soar to record heights, Ken Miller says  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Oct-2018
Thinking about ‘Comanche Nation v. Zinke’ – Just another appeals court hearing, or the start of something big?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
23-Sep-2018
The full picture: 401(k) plans vs. public pensions  -  
Curtis Shelton, OCPA Policy Fellow
22-Sep-2018
Retirement provision boosts superintendents’ pensions  -  
Jonathan Small, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
16-Sep-2018
Editor’s Notebook: Ads backing eye care ballot measure released, and The Oklahoman offers good words for two defeated Republicans  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
09-Sep-2018
Oklahoma Treasurer Miller: “Gross Receipts expanding at double-digit pace, even when recent state tax increases are taken out’  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-Sep-2018
Oklahoma Treasurer Ken Miller says gross receipts to the Treasury – for the past month and for the past year – reach unprecedented high levels  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
06-Aug-2018
Capital Punishment, the Holy Bible and the U.S. Constitution  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
04-Aug-2018
Commentary: Politicized schools threaten education  -  
Jonathan Small
03-Aug-2018
Remembering Michael Schwartz – a prophet and a friend  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
31-Jul-2018
‘From the foundation of the world’ – The ‘Seed Sower” parable of Jesus: Matthew 13:3-35  -  
King James Version
29-Jul-2018
Editor’s Notebook: Costello (Labor) and Byrd (Auditor) garner endorsements, Griffin Communications to host A.G. debate  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
25-Jul-2018
Oklahoma Senate President Pro Temp-designate Greg Treat releases list of approved interim studies  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
24-Jul-2018
State Rep. Claudia Griffith dies, colleagues honor her legacy and character  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
15-Jul-2018
The massive marijuana mess – rules, reactions and stormy conditions. But, wait a minute  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
12-Jul-2018
COMMENTARY: The Oklahoma budget scam is now exposed  -  
State Rep. Tess Teague
12-Jul-2018
Voter targeting using tax-financed resources, drawing from a 'strategic' list? No problem, according to Bixby Public Schools  -  
Stacy Martin, Investigative Journalist
10-Jul-2018
Bypassing Oklahoma Legislature, voters approve medical marijuana statute. Now, advocates plead for special legislative session  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
05-Jul-2018
Medical Pot industry wants special session for S.Q. 788 implementation  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Jul-2018
Oklahoma Treasurer Ken Miller reports gross receipts at all-time high in past 12 months  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
03-Jul-2018
In state House District 83 GOP primary race, Jason Reese garners Keating, OPEA endorsements  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
20-Jun-2018
Priority – Water here and water there, but nary a drop for the Caddo. For the rest of us? Time will tell  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
19-Jun-2018
As the world (and the stomach) turns: Inappropriate behavior at OU and tax-financed film subsidies in Oklahoma  -  
Stacy Martin, Independent Journalist
15-Jun-2018
To avoid “baked-in corruption,” governments must reform boards and commissions  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
12-Jun-2018
ABC documentary “The Last Defense” to premiere spotlighting Oklahoma death row inmate Julius Jones and Darlie Routier  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
11-Jun-2018
Sen. Rob Standridge urges vigilance on local schools, pay raises for support and certified staff  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
09-Jun-2018
Miller’s monthly report: May gross receipts to Oklahoma state Treasury reach record high  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Jun-2018
After a grand jury’s report, the war of words, and the search for truth  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
27-May-2018
Auditor Gary Jones reports “numerous issues” and unorthodox accounting at state Department of Health  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
20-May-2018
A.G. Mike Hunter’s grand jury issues no indictments, blames mismanagement for Health Department crisis  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
20-May-2018
State Rep. Kevin Calvey reflects on Oklahoma Health Department scandal  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-May-2018
Kay Floyd elected Senate Democratic Leader  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
13-May-2018
Rep. Tammy West praises signing of legislation to promote accountability and transparency  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
12-May-2018
A memory to celebrate: Oklahoma criminal justice reforms signed into law  -  
Joe Dorman
12-May-2018
Bob Lemon Fund was formed to further education of capital defense lawyers  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
06-May-2018
Susan Sharp Crow explored race and the death penalty at awards dinner for Oklahoma Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
06-May-2018
OCPA survey finds 66 Percent of Likely Oklahoma Voters Agree with Allowing Teachers to Vote on Unions  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-May-2018
Oklahoma Treasurer Ken Miller reports April gross receipts to the state up by more than 15 percent  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
04-May-2018
Latest Chickasaw ‘land fix’ attempt came in federal measure, and fell barely short of passage  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
30-Apr-2018
Some criminal justice reformers raise substantive concerns about new laws  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
27-Apr-2018
Governor Fallin signs criminal justice reforms, Former Speaker Steele applauds new laws, adding “there is more to do”  -  
Parick B. McGuigan
27-Apr-2018
COMMENTARY: Giving some facts on Senate Bill 1569  -  
State Sen. Greg McCortney
22-Apr-2018
ACLU of Oklahoma Selects 'Oklahoma Dreamers' to Receive 2018 Angie Debo Civil Liberties Award  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
21-Apr-2018
ChoiceMatters question: After teacher raise, what is the plan to improve Oklahoma schools?  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
15-Apr-2018
Editor’s Notebook: Conservative Linda Murphy seeks GOP nod for Superintendent, local teachers return to classes, pro-life students walk out around the nation  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
14-Apr-2018
Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin issues statement at end of nine-day teacher’s strike  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
13-Apr-2018
OEA ends strike after some districts call teachers back to work  -  
Patrick B. McGugian
12-Apr-2018
Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin signs law to increase tribal gaming, approves repeal of hotel/motel tax  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
11-Apr-2018
The Oklahoma Association of REALTORS® oppose change to capital gains policy  -  
Staff Report
10-Apr-2018
COMMENTARY: Rhetoric, reality and tomorrow -- Millions vs. Billions. The future is now  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
08-Apr-2018
Oklahoma Senate passes more education-designated taxes, including approval of ‘ball and dice’ tribal gaming  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Apr-2018
Governor Mary Fallin Signs $2.9 Billion Funding Measure for Oklahoma Public Schools  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Apr-2018
School serves children of incarcerated parents  -  
Mike Brake, Independent Journalist
06-Apr-2018
Studying March data, Treasurer Miller reports continued surge in Oklahoma’s gross receipts  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Apr-2018
OEA, other groups work to increase Oklahoma education spending  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan and Stacy Martin
04-Apr-2018
To The Editor: Adjusted for cost of living, Oklahoma teacher pay jumps to 11th highest in nation  -  
Byron Schlomach, 1889 Institute
04-Apr-2018
Seeking “Smart Justice” and promised reforms, Oklahoma’s American Civil Liberties Union organizes Day at Capitol  -  
01-Apr-2018
Minimum Teacher Salaries: Oklahoma vs. Texas  -  
Curtis Shelton, OCPA Policy Fellow
01-Apr-2018
A look at those who lobby at the state Capitol for public education, including tax increases  -  
Stacy Martin and Patrick B. McGuigan
30-Mar-2018
COMMENTARY – Gaming is expanding in return for chump change, will the ‘land fix’ be next?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
29-Mar-2018
Speaker McCall and Minority Leader Kouplen cheer major tax increase approval in state House  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
28-Mar-2018
Opinion: Five questions for striking teachers  -  
Trent England, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
25-Mar-2018
OCPA’s Jonathan Small says OEA’s ‘Revenue Road Map’ leads to a dead end  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
25-Mar-2018
House Democrats praise Oklahoma High Court’s Decision allowing ballot initiative circulation to increase gross production tax rate  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
20-Mar-2018
New Trade Organization Working With Business and Medical Communities to Develop Responsible Rules and Regulations for Medical Cannabis  -  
20-Mar-2018
Oklahoma Faith Leaders lend support for adoption protection  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Mar-2018
Oklahoma soon will be nation’s highest incarcerating state, Oklahomans for Criminal Justice Reform promise aggressive new advocacy  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Mar-2018
Gov. Fallin, legislative leaders and district attorneys promise advance for criminal justice reform  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Mar-2018
Raising The Gross Production Tax Will Undoubtedly Lead to Government Mismanagement  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
15-Mar-2018
February 2018 gross tax receipts up 15.5 percent over February 2017, Treasurer Ken Miller reports  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
11-Mar-2018
COMMENTARY: Families, Communities and the Economy Depend on Dreamers  -  
Brenda Hernandez
10-Mar-2018
OCPA’s Jonathan Small responds to Oklahoma Education Association’s demand for $1.4 billion spending boost  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
09-Mar-2018
GERMANE COMMENTARY – Oklahoma House of Representatives: Hypocrisy in Wonderland  -  
Mike W. Ray
03-Mar-2018
Oklahomans encouraged to “Go All In” during People with Disabilities Awareness Day, March 13 at Capitol  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
03-Mar-2018
Education and Parent Advocates disappointed as legislators fail to back tax credit scholarships  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-Mar-2018
COMMENTARY: Enact Criminal Justice Reform  -  
Andrew Speno, Right on Crime
27-Feb-2018
ACLU’s Kiesel presses legislative leaders to deliver promised criminal justice reforms  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
27-Feb-2018
COMMENTARY: Study of modernized managed care program points to best choice for Oklahoma  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
24-Feb-2018
Study touts modern Medicaid program as best choice for Oklahoma – Report highlights best practices, budget savings  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
20-Feb-2018
A scorecard for Oklahoma Criminal Justice Reform  -  
Ben Botkin, Oklahoma Watch
18-Feb-2018
Conservative legislators join former U.S. Sen. Tom Coburn in proposing state budget reforms  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Feb-2018
House Democrats partner with Republican Auditor & Inspector on bipartisan revenue package  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Feb-2018
Controversy over dis-invite to contracted UCO speaker continues  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
13-Feb-2018
COMMENTARY: Will the state government of Oklahoma really forego hundreds of millions in annual revenues in return for a few million?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
13-Feb-2018
OCPA offers ‘a plan that can pass’ – including Oklahoma teacher pay increase  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
13-Feb-2018
COMMENTARY: Broken promises and good government – Will Oklahoma take a faulty Step Up, or use growing revenues wisely?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
12-Feb-2018
Four questions as session begins  -  
Trent England, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
11-Feb-2018
Treasurer Ken Miller reports monthly gross tax receipts enter second year of growth  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
09-Feb-2018
Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin’s Finale: The 2018 State of the State address  -  
Mary Fallin
06-Feb-2018
House Special Investigation Committee leader reacts to resignation of Health Department CFO  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-Feb-2018
Tax Foundation critiques “Step Up Oklahoma” tax plan  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
24-Jan-2018
Opinion: The Real Step Up Oklahomans  -  
Steve Fair
23-Jan-2018
Paul Wesselhöft: Former Lawmaker, Now Author  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
21-Jan-2018
Teachers cite dues, ideology for OEA membership slide  -  
Jay Chilton, Independent Journalist
21-Jan-2018
Governor Mary Fallin issues amended call for second special session  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
19-Jan-2018
State Chamber’s ‘OK2030’ strategic plan recommends school choice  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
09-Jan-2018
Oklahoma Treasurer Miller says gross tax receipts grew 12 percent in December & 6.2 percent in 2017  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
06-Jan-2018
Law Enforcement Association takes heat, but says they follow law  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
06-Jan-2018
COMMENTARY (Part II): It didn’t start with County Commissioners, and didn’t end with the Health Department – Dealing with mismanagement, waste, fraud and abuse in Oklahoma Government  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Jan-2018
COMMENTARY (Part I): It didn’t start with County Commissioners, and didn’t end with the Health Department – Dealing with mismanagement, waste, fraud and abuse in Oklahoma Government  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Jan-2018
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