As the State of Oklahoma stares down a deadline to lower its error rate for federal food benefits, numbers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture show the rate has slightly increased.
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Welcome to CHOP, the west Tulsa grocery store where shopping is for neighbors
CHOP sells locally-sourced foods, ready-made meals and national brands, plus coffee and ice cream. Its owners seek to make it a gathering place too, with community events on the horizon.
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PSO is adding $11 to your electricity bill while awaiting approval for another rate increase
This comes as part of PSO’s rate case request to charge Oklahomans $25 more each month for electricity.
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You probably undervalue your stuff. Proper documentation could save you money.
If disaster strikes, you still may not be recovering as much as you could.
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Tulsa teens are struggling to find jobs. They’re facing a nationwide trend.
There are still traditional entry-level summer jobs in Tulsa, but job seekers say they are becoming harder to secure.
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Where to find family food support across the Tulsa metro this summer
Dozens of school sites and other organizations provide food and meal assistance to residents of all ages. Use this resource guide to find a site near you.
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Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma is grappling with record fuel costs as it races to feed kids this summer
Demand for free food is higher than ever for Oklahoma families. So are the fuel costs for organizations trying to meet the need.
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Oklahoma SNAP enrollment sees 14% decline since last year
Fewer Oklahomans are getting federal assistance to help pay for groceries. Recent numbers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture show a continued decline in participation.
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Tulsa utility bills going up in October as city council passes rate hikes, delays budget vote
The Tulsa City Council approved increases to stormwater and trash fees on Tuesday while pushing its fiscal year 2027 budget vote to next week.
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Would the proposed aluminum plant in Inola raise electricity rates for residents? It’s complicated.
This would be the first aluminum smelter built in over 40 years. If it moves forward, PSO says residential customers won’t foot the bill for infrastructure costs. But future rates are a different story.
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Tulsa’s gas is more expensive than OKC. We’re digging into why.
The Flyer takes a look at how gas prices are calculated — and why you’ve noticed a jump in cost.
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Oklahomans will decide whether to raise minimum wage to $15. Tulsans have thoughts.
If passed June 16, State Question 832 would raise the state’s minimum wage from $7.25 to $15. Tulsans making less than the proposed wage say it would make a big difference.