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Health Dept. to break ground this summer on public health preparedness building

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

LAWTON – The Comanche County Health Department is planning to break ground for the agency’s public health preparedness building in mid-summer, according to health department officials.

Immigrants in U.S. without permanent legal status grew to 12.2 million, study finds

Ariana Figueroa Oklahoma Voice

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

WASHINGTON — The Center for Migration Studies Thursday released a report finding the population of people in the United States without permanent legal status increased to 12.2 million in 2023, using the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data.

Prisoners move in a common area of the Joseph Harp Correctional Facility on Oct. 10, 2024. Brent Fuchs | Oklahoma Watch

Oklahoma Enacts Fines and Fees Reform, Tougher Sentencing Laws

Keaton Ross Oklahoma Watch

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

OKLAHOMA CITY – Bills aimed at reducing fines and fees that burden criminal defendants and boosting statewide participation in a county- level mental health and diversion program have become law.

U.S. Labor Department pauses new enrollment at several Job Corps centers

News Staff

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

From staff reports The U.S. Department of Labor has stopped new student enrollment at 16 contractor-operated Job Corps centers nationwide, including the Guthrie and Tulsa Job Corps centers in Oklahoma.

Pae’s ‘Fighting Chance for Firefighters Act’ becomes law

Debi Desilver Southwest Ledger

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

OKLAHOMA CITY – A legislative bill to help Oklahoma’s firefighters access lifesaving cancer screenings quietly became law last week without the governor’s signature. That happens when a measure reaches the governor’s desk during the current session and no action is taken within five days.

Southwest Oklahoma Legislative Update: Senate

Debi Desilver Southwest Ledger

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

OKLAHOMA CITY - When it comes to Oklahoma’s future, President Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton (R-Tuttle) feels confident the First Session of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature contributed to laying a solid foundation. Lawmakers adjourned sine die on Friday, May 30.

Southwest Oklahoma Legislative Update: House

Debi Desilver Southwest Ledger

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

OKLAHOMA CITY - A flurry of activity marked the end of the First Session of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature, including a marathon late-night session that led up to the Friday, May 30, sine die closure.

Duncan Chamber Coffee to feature area legislators

News Staff

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

From staff reports DUNCAN – Four legislators are set to speak at the Duncan Chamber of Commerce Legislative Coffee on June 20.The event provides local residents and business owners an opportunity to engage with state lawmakers.Sens. Kendal Sacchieri and Spencer Kern, along with Reps.

Legislative Luncheon to Spotlight Policy Updates, Local Engagement

News Staff

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

From staff reports ALTUS – Sen. Brent Howard (R-Altus) and Rep. Gerrid Kendrix (R-Altus) are expected to speak June 12 at a legislative luncheon at Western Oklahoma State College’s Pioneer Heritage Center. The event is hosted by Altus Chamber of Commerce and Altus Kiwanis Club.Sen.

Know Before You Go!

News Staff

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

What: Duncan Legislative Coffee Date: Friday, June 20 Time: 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.Where: Cameron University – Duncan 3100 Bois D’Arc Ave.Admission: Free and open to the public Host: Duncan Chamber of Commerce Sponsor: AT&T

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