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Posted inGovernment
Cherokee Nation Tribal Council committee opposes Inola smelter
The Cherokee Nation Rules Committee unanimously approved a resolution formally opposing the controversial aluminum smelter planned for Inola on Thursday.
Posted inHealth
New OSU Medicine program integrates addiction treatment, maternal care in Tulsa
For pregnant women struggling with substance abuse, getting help can mean navigating a maze of medical appointments, treatment providers and social services. A new program at Oklahoma State University Medicine in Tulsa will combine addiction treatment and maternal care under one roof.
Posted inYour Money
As food aid enrollment drops nationwide, Oklahoma sees steep declines
Oklahoma is among the states facing the steepest declines of federal food assistance participation, according to new federal data.
Posted inGovernment
Oklahoma lawmakers give district attorneys $500K for Tulsa, Muscogee Nation jurisdiction fight
The Oklahoma state government is allocating $500,000 to aid Tulsa’s district attorney in a jurisdictional fight with Muscogee Nation.
Posted inEntertainment
Thousands of folk fans fill Guthrie Green lawn for Iron & Wine’s free concert
Featuring folk duo DU and Cherokee singer-songwriter Ken Pomeroy, the outdoor show attracted thousands to downtown.
Posted inGovernment
Oklahoma law requires judges to waive court debt for poor defendants. Some refuse.
A 2023 state law was intended to help low-income people escape fines and fees they can’t afford. But an Oklahoma County judge argues the law is unconstitutional. A state Supreme Court ruling could affect defendants across Oklahoma.
Posted inCulture
Inside the Broken Arrow all-women’s gym where friendship is part of the routine
The Peach Pit gives women a place to build confidence and connection — one workout at a time. The space is built with moms and their kids in mind.
Posted inCommunity Engagement
Where to meet the Tulsa Flyer and The Oklahoma Eagle this week, Oct. 12-17
Our newsroom will connect with community members for two Documenters events and our Pride celebration.
Posted inCulture
Tulsa Bird Collaborative works to give migrating birds a safer trip through downtown
A Tulsa group is mapping where migrating birds are dying in building collisions downtown and urging residents to turn off their lights at night to reduce glare.
Posted inGovernment
Want to meet Oklahoma candidates on the Nov. 3 ballot? Bring your questions to this free forum.
With just weeks until the election, candidates running for Oklahoma governor, superintendent and attorney general will speak in Tulsa Oct. 13.
Posted inFood
We asked, you answered. Tulsans share their favorite Hispanic and Latino bites across the metro.
From huaraches al pastor to pupusas and Peruvian ceviche, here are some ways you can eat and drink your way through Hispanic Heritage Month.