Some of Oklahoma’s largest cities aren’t enforcing Oklahoma’s anti-camping law
After a crackdown on Tulsa homeless encampments, confusion remains over who can enforce an Oklahoma law that makes it illegal to camp on state property.
Tulsa must dramatically boost its housing supply over the next decade, experts say
Officials say outdated construction rules make it too costly to build affordable residences. Lawmakers are weighing how to cut red tape without cutting corners on safety.
Oklahoma lawmakers consider adding state oversight for homeless shelters
Two legislators behind a controversial bill that would have limited the locations of homeless shelters will hold a hearing at the Oklahoma Capitol on creating new regulations.
Nowhere to go: Oklahoma’s growing number of homeless youth have few options
Services for homeless youth aren’t keeping up with growing demand in the state.
Oklahoma counties with more marijuana grows saw property values surge, study finds
Okemah residents told researchers about marijuana growers showing up with wads of cash to buy property at inflated prices. Real estate values increased more in areas with high numbers of marijuana farms, the study found.
Homelessness continues to rise in Oklahoma City, new numbers show
The number of people experiencing homelessness in Oklahoma’s largest city has grown by nearly 20% over the past five years.
In Oklahoma, a growing trend of anti-homeless legislation
A bill that would have restricted the locations of homeless shelters is dormant for now. But it’s just one of a spate of recent measures penalizing service providers or people experiencing homelessness.
What renters should know when facing eviction in Oklahoma
Experts offer tips on what tenants should do to avoid eviction, or when they fall behind on rent and get a court summons.
