As Trump ramps up deportations, some immigrants spend time in an Oklahoma for-profit prison
Cimarron Correctional Facility in Cushing houses federal detainees awaiting deportation proceedings.
We fact-checked Oklahoma schools chief Ryan Walters’ claims about school lunch
Do Oklahoma schools have millions in surplus funds to cover student meals? We looked into it.
Oklahoma lawmaker looks to address youth homelessness
The Frontier sat down with Rep. Daniel Pae to talk about his goals for helping homeless youth in Oklahoma.
Do you have experience at the Tulsa Municipal Jail? We want to talk to you
We’re gathering information to better understand the conditions for detainees at the Tulsa Municipal Jail. If you’ve had any involvement with the facility — as a detainee, employee, contractor, attorney, service provider, or family member — we’d like to hear from you.
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 rethinks employment options for people with disabilities
A federal policy allows employers to pay workers with disabilities below minimum wage. Some states have already moved away from the practice.
Oklahoma is asking a federal judge to fine big poultry companies millions for polluting the Illinois River
The state is asking the court to cap the application of bird waste, penalize poultry companies for violating the state’s anti-pollution law and order them to pay for cleanup.
Help us report on arts education at rural schools
We want to hear from parents and educators in rural Oklahoma concerned about the future of drama, music and visual arts in schools.