‘It felt like a punch to the gut’; Diabetes community responds to broadcaster’s excuse for racist comments
Matt Rowan blamed his use of a racist slur on Type 1 diabetes, an excuse that drew backlash from those advocating for diabetes support.
About six percent of Oklahomans considered ‘overdue’ for second dose of COVID-19 vaccine
About 41,000 Oklahomans have gone more than 42 days without receiving their second dose, according to state health department data.
Oklahoma to open up COVID-19 vaccine to essential workers, colleges and daycares
Thousands of essential workers will become eligible, including employees in restaurants, grocery stores and dozens of other industries.
Lawmakers renew push to restrict abortion in Oklahoma, as political environment changes
The policies don’t vary much, but they could have a better shot at implementation because of shifts on the U.S. and Oklahoma supreme courts.
‘No mental help:’ Man’s death in jail preceded by pleas for help from family, they say
Stephens’ mother Shannon Stephens and his aunt say they left messages at the detention center’s administrative offices dozens of times in the months leading up to his death.
Medicaid managed care company files protest over state’s contract picks
One of the losing bidders for the contracts to handle Oklahoma’s Medicaid program has filed a protest to challenge the state’s decision, claiming the bid process was flawed and unfair.
Winter storm delays thousands of COVID-19 vaccine deliveries, shots in Oklahoma
Hazardous weather over the past week has slowed Oklahoma’s vaccination efforts and several local health departments announced delays in vaccination appointments.
Managed care push brings a flow of campaign cash and lobbying that is likely to continue
Organizations and companies on either side of the debate over privatizing Medicaid have flooded the state Capitol with campaign donations and influence.
