Opioid overdose deaths in Oklahoma counties
Here is a breakdown of the state’s 20 counties with the highest rates of opioid overdose deaths.
State could have new tests to nab drivers under the influence of marijuana by end of year
Cody McDonell, spokesman for the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office, said the state is working on a test that would allow law enforcement to swab the inside of a driver’s mouth to detect the presence of marijuana.
Estate of man who died in the Oklahoma County jail files wrongful death lawsuit
The state medical examiner’s office stated in its investigation of Willis’ death he died from blunt force trauma of his spine.
‘A Better Way’ program offers hope to people panhandling in Tulsa
“It’s people watching you, looking at you, judging you. Guilt,” Linda Boyle said of her panhandling. “It’s just hard because I know I’m very capable of working, I just am not able to find a fit for me yet.”
‘Justice for Danyelle’ bill would bar sex offenders from living near their victims
Danyelle Dyer’s case has moved lawmakers in at least three states to consider amending sex offender laws.
Teacher walkout presents unique challenges for children with special needs
Though several communities have offered activities and daycare programs for students during the shut down, the majority aren’t suited for children with special needs.
‘More needs to be done’: Tulsa-area communities support teacher walkout from home
On Monday, thousands of teachers headed to the state Capitol to rally and schools across the state shutdown. Meanwhile, hundreds of people in the Tulsa area supported the movement from home.
Overdose-reversing drug credited with saving more than 140 lives in Oklahoma, and its use is expanding
Naloxone has saved the lives of at least 143 people who overdosed on opioids, according to data from the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.
