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Designed to Sit Still
Classroom layout and atmosphere may be the reason some students act out rather than simply being poorly behaved or disrespectful.
Rylee Byers
May 22


'Always Practicing'
National Weather Service Norman is the beating heart of the state's storm prediction system and severe weather readiness.
Madison Horton
May 22


When Politics Turn Violent
In recent years, the United States has experienced a rise in political violence, including riots, assassination attempts and acts of domestic terrorism that have impacted communities across the country.
Cya'Lyce Harris
May 22


Epic safety officials: AI can lead students to harm themselves
The Pew Research Center says nearly one-half of U.S. teens use chatbots for fun and entertainment. It starts with a simple question typed into a chatbot. But for some students, educators say, those conversations with artificial intelligence can grow into something much deeper, raising concerns about dependency, safety and mental health. Epic staff members described both the benefits and risks of AI, but focused on the potential dangers of using it freely. Dexter Nelson, di
Shamajae Bruner
May 22


Epic counselor, student address AI's risks, benefits
AI is useful and is becoming increasingly valuable to our lives. But using it to replace genuine human interactions has risks, experts say.
Joshlyn McKey
May 22


ICE and Indian Country
A surge in immigration enforcement has some Oklahoma tribes asking whether they'll be affected.
Jordan March
May 22


Medicaid Cuts Put Oklahoma Mental Health Community in Tough Place
Oklahoma's mental health care providers are dealing with the double whammy of last fall's government shutdown and a reduction in funds under the latest budget.
Rylee Byers
Dec 19, 2025


RoBlocked? Child Safety Concerns Prompt Oklahoma to Take Action
Social media giant Roblox faces lawsuits nationwide, and potentially in Oklahoma, over its protection of minors and efforts to keep bad actors off the platform.
Hooriyah Kamran
Dec 18, 2025


With Court Oversight in the Rearview Mirror, Oklahoma's Child Welfare System Looks Ahead
A federal judge has released Oklahoma's child welfare system from court oversight, but advocates stress that challenges remain.
Cya'Lyce Harris
Dec 9, 2025


Blown Whistles, Broken Culture: Why Youth Sports Officials Are Walking Away
Officials are part of the fabric of youth sports, but disruptive fans, players and coaches are driving many to hang up their whistles.
Joshlyn McKey
Nov 30, 2025
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