Nation Mar 23 Black farmers struggle in face of structural racism and economic headwinds The number of self-identified Black farmers in the United States has dwindled over the last century, in part because of overt discrimination by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The agency is the economic backbone for most American farmers through its…
Arts Mar 10 What it’s like to be a Black farmer in Oklahoma As the number of Black-owned farms and ranches dwindles across the country, a photographer has partnered with several organizations to help record not only the struggles of keeping this way of life alive but also the resilience and joy of…
Nation Mar 01 What legalizing recreational pot could mean for Oklahoma Oklahomans will soon vote on a proposal that would permit individuals aged 21 and older to buy marijuana products for recreational use. If it passes, Oklahoma will become the 22nd state to legalize recreational marijuana.
Arts Jan 26 A statue honoring a Native ballerina was stolen in Oklahoma. This artist is piecing it together again A bronze statue of a Native ballerina was stolen, dismantled and sold for scrap in Tulsa, Oklahoma. One artist is piecing the sculpture back together in hopes that it will continue inspiring Native dancers today.
Nation Dec 27 Oklahoma has tried to lower its incarceration rate. But many obstacles face the newly released Oklahoma no longer has the highest incarceration rate in the U.S. But advocates say the state needs to provide more support for those who face life after prison.
Politics Nov 04 Five Oklahoma tribes collectively endorse a governor candidate for first time The race for governor is in a dead heat in Oklahoma, where incumbent Republican Kevin Stitt is facing a challenge from Republican-turned-Democrat Joy Hofmeister. Hofmeister's campaign is bolstered by the first-ever collective endorsement from Oklahoma's five largest Native American tribes.
Politics Nov 03 How a historic endorsement from Oklahoma’s 5 largest tribes could affect the governor’s race The move to oppose Republican Gov. Kevin Stitt, a citizen of the Cherokee Nation, is the latest sign of division between the state’s tribal nations and the governor.
Politics Oct 28 Some Oklahoma teachers say they’re ‘walking on eggshells.’ Will this one midterm race help? The national conversation on education issues such as critical race theory, school choice, teacher pay and LGBTQ+ rights is playing out in full force in Oklahoma.
Nation Sep 29 Oklahoma City works to reform police force after Black Lives Matter protests After the 2020 killing of George Floyd and nationwide protests for Black lives, calls for police reform echoed through communities. Among America’s large police departments, Oklahoma City ranked second in the country for the rate of people killed by officers.
Nation Sep 12 Oklahoma City is hoping these new recommendations can become a blueprint for police reform The Oklahoma City Council adopted sweeping reforms for the police department. Six months in, here's how those changes are going.