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David Blatt to step down as Oklahoma Policy Institute’s Executive Director  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
27-Mar-2019
OCPA is still waiting for OU open records  -  
Mike Brake, Independent Journalist
24-Mar-2019
Oklahoma City Council considers July 9 election for charter amendments, ONG franchise  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
23-Mar-2019
After Senate approval, ‘Pay for Success’ proposal will receive consideration  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report, Pat McGuigan contributing
22-Mar-2019
COMMENTARY: Collaboration, not Consolidation  -  
Steve Fair
17-Mar-2019
Oklahoma State Senate approves Rob Standridge’s ‘Oklahoma First!’ legislation  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
15-Mar-2019
Despite flaws, ‘State of Play’ (2009) is among the best movies ever made about journalism  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Mar-2019
Legislative panel advances measure to increase small business owners’ access to association health plans  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
23-Feb-2019
In Ward 6 Oklahoma City Council race: Elect Nathaniel Harding  -  
The City Sentinel Endorsement
07-Feb-2019
In Ward 5, Re-elect David Greenwell  -  
The City Sentinel Endorsement
07-Feb-2019
In Oklahoma City’s Ward 2 race: For Suzanne Broadbent  -  
The City Sentinel Endorsement
07-Feb-2019
Oklahomans for Criminal Justice Reform advance ideas safely to reverse prison growth  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
06-Feb-2019
Senate Pro Temp Treat and House Speaker McCall applaud Governor Stitt’s State of the State  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Feb-2019
Commentary: Electoral College under attack, again  -  
Steve Fair
04-Feb-2019
Analysis: Collective bargaining not worth it for teachers  -  
Greg Forster, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
01-Feb-2019
COMMENTARY -- Let’s call the whole thing off: As policy and for principle, no more executions  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
31-Jan-2019
Mayor Holt looks at a MAPS endowment, candidates give positive feedback, city tax revenue continues to surge  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
21-Jan-2019
Love in a father’s words honored Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., supporting ‘the dignity of every man’  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
20-Jan-2019
Nathaniel Harding seeks Ward 6 Oklahoma City Council seat  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
20-Jan-2019
Pace of work intensifies at Oklahoma state Senate, Republican Treat and Democrat Floyd unveil key proposals  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
19-Jan-2019
Commentary: Turning Around Oklahoma  -  
Steve Fair
14-Jan-2019
Oklahoma State Senator Greg Treat appoints range of officials after election as President Pro Tempore  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
12-Jan-2019
Former Bixby superintendent now draws $100,000 annually  -  
Mike Brake, Independent Journalist
06-Jan-2019
Oklahoma news in 2018 (Part III): CapitolBeatOK designates more stories of significance: Horn’s Fifth District win, rural vs. urban divide, justice reform implementation, Opioid wars, and Greg Treat’s LOFT-y proposal  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
03-Jan-2019
CapitolBeatOK’s listing of top Oklahoma news stories (Part II): Health Department Scandal ends with a whimper, death penalty’s legal standing, Big Tribe Power, The OK’s decline, and liquor reforms  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Jan-2019
CapitolBeatOK’s Top Five News Stories for 2018: Fallin’s conservative collapse, Republicans back in charge, medical pot prevails, economy recovers, teachers strike and taxes hike  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
01-Jan-2019
Governor Mary Fallin appoints Treasurer-elect Randy McDaniel to complete Miller’s time  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
27-Dec-2018
OCPA files open records request with the Oklahoma Ethics Commission  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
27-Dec-2018
Senate Democratic-Leader Designate Kay Floyd announces committee assignments  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
23-Dec-2018
Incoming Oklahoma Senate President Pro Temp Greg Treat names leadership team, designates Stephanie Bice and Rob Standridge for key roles  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
23-Dec-2018
Commentary: Racism and the government school monopoly  -  
Greg Forster
02-Dec-2018
Oklahoma Election turnout high for both big parties, Libertarians will keep ballot slot  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
24-Nov-2018
OU’s burgeoning diversity bureaucracy continues to monitor speech  -  
Mike Brake, Independent Journalist
20-Nov-2018
Trial begins Monday (November 19) in ACLU challenge to Oklahoma City panhandling ordinance  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Nov-2018
George Washington’s Thanksgiving Proclamations, 1789 and 1795  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Nov-2018
S.Q. 793 narrowly defeated, legislative push for eye care choice still anticipated  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
07-Nov-2018
COMMENTARY: As foes of State Question 793 declare Armageddon – advocates say give choice a chance  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
04-Nov-2018
COMMENTARY: Paying career politicians  -  
Jonathan Small, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
04-Nov-2018
‘Oklahomans pay far too much for eyewear’ – Theme pressed by New Ad & website for YES on 793  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
03-Nov-2018
COMMENTARY: Bandana DNA evidence inconclusive – Fight over Julius Jones’ innocence continues  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
01-Nov-2018
Prices for Glasses far higher in Oklahoma than in neighboring states, RetailData analysis finds  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
21-Oct-2018
ANALYSIS: Jackie Short and Bob Anthony answer reporter’s questions but a Progressive won’t; Drew’s trip to Masters gets scrutiny – and a ballot initiative gets important backing  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
14-Oct-2018
COMMENTARY: Why I will support Natalie Mai for Oklahoma County District Judge  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
10-Oct-2018
Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter assumes ‘responsibility’ for evidence task force, November opponent Mark Myles wonders ‘what took so long, and why now?’  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
06-Oct-2018
In November, Mark Myles aims to defeat appointed Attorney General Mike Hunter  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
02-Oct-2018
Thinking about ‘Comanche Nation v. Zinke’ – Just another appeals court hearing, or the start of something big?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
23-Sep-2018
The full picture: 401(k) plans vs. public pensions  -  
Curtis Shelton, OCPA Policy Fellow
22-Sep-2018
Retirement provision boosts superintendents’ pensions  -  
Jonathan Small, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
16-Sep-2018
Editor’s Notebook: Ads backing eye care ballot measure released, and The Oklahoman offers good words for two defeated Republicans  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
09-Sep-2018
U.S. Supreme Court to consider Julius Jones petition on September 24, while local judge splits the difference on DNA review  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
09-Sep-2018
Jackie Short, lawyer and citizen, runs as an Independent for Corporation Commissioner  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
09-Sep-2018
DNA Hearing in Julius Jones death penalty case set for September 7  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan and Darla Shelden
03-Sep-2018
Launch of ‘Yes on 793’ – Advocates say measure to expand access and affordability of eye care in state  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
21-Aug-2018
An Enquiring Mind needs to know: Are all Opioids created equal, with some more equal than others?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
19-Aug-2018
Enquiring minds need to know: Who are the undisclosed consultants in Oklahoma’s opioid litigation?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
16-Aug-2018
For Oklahoma, an Enquiring Mind wants to know: Who has been granted conflict waivers in the opioid litigation?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
14-Aug-2018
Crossover Prep brings hope, transformation  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
11-Aug-2018
National Group contends State Question 793 would improve access to quality eye care  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
09-Aug-2018
Capital Punishment, the Holy Bible and the U.S. Constitution  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
04-Aug-2018
Pope revises Catechism’s teaching on death penalty, August 2, 2018  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report (adapted from CatholicCulture.org)
03-Aug-2018
Commentary: Politicized schools threaten education  -  
Jonathan Small
03-Aug-2018
Oklahoma professors push back against campus groupthink, identity politics  -  
Staci Elder Hensley, El Reno Tribune
31-Jul-2018
Remembering Michael Schwartz – a prophet and a friend  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
31-Jul-2018
‘From the foundation of the world’ – The ‘Seed Sower” parable of Jesus: Matthew 13:3-35  -  
King James Version
29-Jul-2018
Editor’s Notebook: Costello (Labor) and Byrd (Auditor) garner endorsements, Griffin Communications to host A.G. debate  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
25-Jul-2018
Oklahoma Senate President Pro Temp-designate Greg Treat releases list of approved interim studies  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
24-Jul-2018
Puzzle of Nitrogen execution could present problems for state of Oklahoma  -  
Ben Botkin, Oklahoma Watch
23-Jul-2018
Matt Pinnell, candidate for lieutenant governor, calls for Corporation Commissioner Dana Murphy’s resignation  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
19-Jul-2018
An Editor’s Notebook: Another land fix, Strategic communications on taxpayers' dime, Pruitt lost and Renzi found?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
16-Jul-2018
School safety concerns help fuel homeschool, virtual school growth  -  
Mike Brake, Independent Journalist
14-Jul-2018
The massive marijuana mess – rules, reactions and stormy conditions. But, wait a minute  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
12-Jul-2018
Voter targeting using tax-financed resources, drawing from a 'strategic' list? No problem, according to Bixby Public Schools  -  
Stacy Martin, Investigative Journalist
10-Jul-2018
ABC’s ‘The Last Defense’ examines Oklahoma death row inmate Julius Jones’ case July 10, 17 & 24  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan and Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
08-Jul-2018
Bypassing Oklahoma Legislature, voters approve medical marijuana statute. Now, advocates plead for special legislative session  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
05-Jul-2018
Medical Pot industry wants special session for S.Q. 788 implementation  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Jul-2018
Supporters of State Question 788 press rebuttals, seek “YES” votes on June 26  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
24-Jun-2018
Opponents of State Question 788 press for “NO” vote in advertisements, and through press briefings  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
24-Jun-2018
Opinion: Why I support Matt Pinnell for Lieutenant Governor of Oklahoma  -  
Brenda Jones Barwick
23-Jun-2018
Pinnell points out: Commissioner Dana Murphy Raising Campaign Funds From Entities She Regulates  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
23-Jun-2018
Priority – Water here and water there, but nary a drop for the Caddo. For the rest of us? Time will tell  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
19-Jun-2018
Gary Jones endorses Cindy Byrd for state Auditor  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Jun-2018
Auditor & Inspector Gary Jones warns of ‘likely’ phishing scam  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Jun-2018
COMMENTARY -- Trump’s triumph, Pruitt’s problems, and Renzi’s role  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
16-Jun-2018
As the world (and the stomach) turns: Inappropriate behavior at OU and tax-financed film subsidies in Oklahoma  -  
Stacy Martin, Independent Journalist
15-Jun-2018
Editor’s Notebook: No blathering allowed at Auditor’s debate, prescient thinking about water, practical curriculum, and “agency capture” in Oklahoma governance  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
13-Jun-2018
To avoid “baked-in corruption,” governments must reform boards and commissions  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
12-Jun-2018
ABC documentary “The Last Defense” to premiere spotlighting Oklahoma death row inmate Julius Jones and Darlie Routier  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
11-Jun-2018
Doc vs. Doc – Two physicians advance sharply opposing views in battle over State Question 788  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
10-Jun-2018
Analysis: In “sleeper” race, one candidate for state Auditor and Inspector sued for default on business loan  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
04-Jun-2018
State Question 788 fight intensifies as foes ramp up, supporters press for initiative on June 26 ballot  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
03-Jun-2018
Jim Roth appointed Dean of OCU Law School  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
27-May-2018
After a grand jury’s report, the war of words, and the search for truth  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
27-May-2018
Auditor Gary Jones reports “numerous issues” and unorthodox accounting at state Department of Health  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
20-May-2018
A.G. Mike Hunter’s grand jury issues no indictments, blames mismanagement for Health Department crisis  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
20-May-2018
Cushing High Baseball Coach out as investigation continues  -  
Stacy Martin
19-May-2018
State Rep. Kevin Calvey reflects on Oklahoma Health Department scandal  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-May-2018
Kay Floyd elected Senate Democratic Leader  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
13-May-2018
Rep. Tammy West praises signing of legislation to promote accountability and transparency  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
12-May-2018
A memory to celebrate: Oklahoma criminal justice reforms signed into law  -  
Joe Dorman
12-May-2018
Bob Lemon Fund was formed to further education of capital defense lawyers  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
06-May-2018
Susan Sharp Crow explored race and the death penalty at awards dinner for Oklahoma Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
06-May-2018
OCPA survey finds 66 Percent of Likely Oklahoma Voters Agree with Allowing Teachers to Vote on Unions  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-May-2018
Costello seeks Labor nomination, Pinnell aims at race for lieutenant governor  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-May-2018
Latest Chickasaw ‘land fix’ attempt came in federal measure, and fell barely short of passage  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
30-Apr-2018
Some criminal justice reformers raise substantive concerns about new laws  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
27-Apr-2018
Governor Fallin signs criminal justice reforms, Former Speaker Steele applauds new laws, adding “there is more to do”  -  
Parick B. McGuigan
27-Apr-2018
Reflections: DREAM a little dream for them – Still hoping for wisdom on immigration policy impacting those who are undocumented  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
22-Apr-2018
A.G. Mike Hunter files charges against teacher for attempted sex with minor, urges research before supporting charities  -  
22-Apr-2018
COMMENTARY: Giving some facts on Senate Bill 1569  -  
State Sen. Greg McCortney
22-Apr-2018
ACLU of Oklahoma Selects 'Oklahoma Dreamers' to Receive 2018 Angie Debo Civil Liberties Award  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
21-Apr-2018
ChoiceMatters question: After teacher raise, what is the plan to improve Oklahoma schools?  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
15-Apr-2018
1889 Institute recommends school districts institute “conversion schools”  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
15-Apr-2018
OU received $1 million in Chinese government funds for Confucius Institute  -  
Mike Brake, Independent Journalist
15-Apr-2018
Editor’s Notebook: Conservative Linda Murphy seeks GOP nod for Superintendent, local teachers return to classes, pro-life students walk out around the nation  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
14-Apr-2018
COMMENTARY: Citizen Potawatomi Nation of Oklahoma promotes Sexual Assault Awareness Month  -  
Darian Towner, Prevention Specialist, House of Hope
12-Apr-2018
Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin signs law to increase tribal gaming, approves repeal of hotel/motel tax  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
11-Apr-2018
The Oklahoma Association of REALTORS® oppose change to capital gains policy  -  
Staff Report
10-Apr-2018
COMMENTARY: Rhetoric, reality and tomorrow -- Millions vs. Billions. The future is now  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
08-Apr-2018
Oklahoma Senate passes more education-designated taxes, including approval of ‘ball and dice’ tribal gaming  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Apr-2018
COMMENTARY: Don’t Spend That $6,000 Raise Just Yet  -  
Dr. James Taylor
07-Apr-2018
School serves children of incarcerated parents  -  
Mike Brake, Independent Journalist
06-Apr-2018
OEA, other groups work to increase Oklahoma education spending  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan and Stacy Martin
04-Apr-2018
In Oklahoma Labor Commissioner’s race, conservatives coalesce for Cathy Costello  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Apr-2018
Seeking “Smart Justice” and promised reforms, Oklahoma’s American Civil Liberties Union organizes Day at Capitol  -  
01-Apr-2018
Minimum Teacher Salaries: Oklahoma vs. Texas  -  
Curtis Shelton, OCPA Policy Fellow
01-Apr-2018
COMMENTARY – Gaming is expanding in return for chump change, will the ‘land fix’ be next?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
29-Mar-2018
Opinion: Five questions for striking teachers  -  
Trent England, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
25-Mar-2018
OCPA’s Jonathan Small says OEA’s ‘Revenue Road Map’ leads to a dead end  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
25-Mar-2018
New Trade Organization Working With Business and Medical Communities to Develop Responsible Rules and Regulations for Medical Cannabis  -  
20-Mar-2018
Oklahoma to become first state to pursue Inert Gas Inhalation (IGI) execution protocol  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
19-Mar-2018
Oklahoma Faith Leaders lend support for adoption protection  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Mar-2018
Oklahoma soon will be nation’s highest incarcerating state, Oklahomans for Criminal Justice Reform promise aggressive new advocacy  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Mar-2018
Gov. Fallin, legislative leaders and district attorneys promise advance for criminal justice reform  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Mar-2018
Raising The Gross Production Tax Will Undoubtedly Lead to Government Mismanagement  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
15-Mar-2018
COMMENTARY: Families, Communities and the Economy Depend on Dreamers  -  
Brenda Hernandez
10-Mar-2018
COMMENTARY – Boom, Bust, Recovery, and punishing success: Punitive steps toward Oklahoma oil and gas are unwise  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
07-Mar-2018
GERMANE COMMENTARY – Oklahoma House of Representatives: Hypocrisy in Wonderland  -  
Mike W. Ray
03-Mar-2018
Education and Parent Advocates disappointed as legislators fail to back tax credit scholarships  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-Mar-2018
COMMENTARY: Enact Criminal Justice Reform  -  
Andrew Speno, Right on Crime
27-Feb-2018
ACLU’s Kiesel presses legislative leaders to deliver promised criminal justice reforms  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
27-Feb-2018
COMMENTARY: Study of modernized managed care program points to best choice for Oklahoma  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
24-Feb-2018
Study touts modern Medicaid program as best choice for Oklahoma – Report highlights best practices, budget savings  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
20-Feb-2018
A scorecard for Oklahoma Criminal Justice Reform  -  
Ben Botkin, Oklahoma Watch
18-Feb-2018
Journalist and educator Steve Byas, editor of The Oklahoma Constitution, backs Richardson  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Feb-2018
Controversy over dis-invite to contracted UCO speaker continues  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
13-Feb-2018
COMMENTARY: Will the state government of Oklahoma really forego hundreds of millions in annual revenues in return for a few million?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
13-Feb-2018
OCPA offers ‘a plan that can pass’ – including Oklahoma teacher pay increase  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
13-Feb-2018
Four questions as session begins  -  
Trent England, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
11-Feb-2018
Records Indicate Oklahoma Wildlife Skirts Competitive Bid Process  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
05-Feb-2018
Opinion: The Real Step Up Oklahomans  -  
Steve Fair
23-Jan-2018
Governor Mary Fallin issues amended call for second special session  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
19-Jan-2018
State Chamber’s ‘OK2030’ strategic plan recommends school choice  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
09-Jan-2018
Law Enforcement Association takes heat, but says they follow law  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
06-Jan-2018
Oklahomans will vote on medical marijuana on June 26  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
06-Jan-2018
COMMENTARY (Part II): It didn’t start with County Commissioners, and didn’t end with the Health Department – Dealing with mismanagement, waste, fraud and abuse in Oklahoma Government  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Jan-2018
COMMENTARY (Part I): It didn’t start with County Commissioners, and didn’t end with the Health Department – Dealing with mismanagement, waste, fraud and abuse in Oklahoma Government  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Jan-2018
ANALYSIS -- Economic Growth, Health Scandal, Cost Drivers, A Left Turn, Process Failures and More: CapitolBeatOK’s top 10 state government news stories for 2017  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
29-Dec-2017
Christmas Gifts  -  
E. Douglas Clark Director of UN and International Policy, International Organization for the Family
24-Dec-2017
COMMENTARY – Government “right-sizing,” voter sentiment and the top state news story of 2017  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
21-Dec-2017
Exclusive to The City Sentinel: Kirk Humphreys says “I failed to speak the truth in love,” and apologizes for “my failure”  -  
Stacy Martin and Patrick B. McGuigan
19-Dec-2017
Health Department records show allegations of deliberate deception  -  
Paul Monies, Oklahoma Watch
18-Dec-2017
Positive Tomorrows launches Building Success Capital Campaign  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
17-Dec-2017
State could lose $115 million in Medicaid funds for teaching hospitals  -  
Paul Monies, Oklahoma Watch
17-Dec-2017
Where were the Watchdogs in the Health Department Crisis?  -  
Paul Monies, Oklahoma Watch
16-Dec-2017
A Baker’s Dozen for a better world: At state Capitol ceremony, 13 honored for human rights work  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
10-Dec-2017
Oklahoma’s U.S. Senator James Lankford Supports President’s Decision to Recognize Jerusalem as Israeli Capital  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
06-Dec-2017
Trying to save a life, lawyers for Julius Jones seek “writ of certiorari” from U.S. Supreme Court  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
05-Dec-2017
Fallin and McCall joust over provider rate cuts and her veto, as spending scrutiny intensifies  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
05-Dec-2017
Cathy Costello campaigns across Oklahoma – and was featured speaker at a legislative meeting in New Jersey  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Dec-2017
ANALYSIS: Oklahoma prison facilities and equipment exhibiting years of neglect  -  
Mike W. Ray
01-Dec-2017
Oklahoma House Speaker McCall puts Rep. Cockroft in charge of committee to review agency mismanagement  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
21-Nov-2017
Fallin vetoes ‘Plan B’ budget, Schulz says action throws state finances ‘further into chaos’  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Nov-2017
Opinion: The Solutions oriented case for health care reform  -  
State Rep. Glen Mulready
16-Nov-2017
OCPA’s Jonathan Small hopes TSET vote to support nutrition services is ‘a trend that continues’  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
15-Nov-2017
Barbara Boxer shares ‘the art of tough’ with Sally’s List candidates and supporters  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
12-Nov-2017
Patchak’s progeny should be No Dice, No Roulette, and No More Special Deals for Big Tribes  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, CapitolBeatOK
05-Nov-2017
ANALYSIS – Capitol Review: Budget still murky, death penalty controversy deepens, Costello presses mental health policy reforms  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
30-Oct-2017
Fallin pushes tax hikes to address budget challenges, court negates electric/hybrid revenue  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
25-Oct-2017
COMMENTARY -- The ‘Uranium One’ story is (not fake) news, and big media has paid (at least some) attention  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
22-Oct-2017
Oklahoma Supreme Court Justice Joseph Watt sets December 31 retirement, Fallin will second High Court appointment  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
10-Oct-2017
House Speaker Charles McCall announces recess to seek budget agreement  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
28-Sep-2017
OIEC group challenges PSO’s rate hike at Corporation Commission  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
26-Sep-2017
ANALYSIS: Citing new study, attorneys make case for new proceedings in Julius Jones case  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
26-Sep-2017
COMMENTARY: Patchak and Payouts – As we find ourselves in times of trouble, speaking words of wisdom  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
23-Sep-2017
Sen. David Holt garners FOP endorsement in Oklahoma City’s mayoral race  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
20-Sep-2017
Commentary: State Rep. Scott Biggs and the ‘four-corners’ stalling tactic on criminal justice reform  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
18-Sep-2017
Three candidates in September 12 county sheriff’s race promise to press jail reforms  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, with Darla Shelden
09-Sep-2017
Governor Greg Abbott declares a day of prayer in Texas after Hurricane Harvey  -  
Greg Abbott
03-Sep-2017
Excessive Occupational Licensing: A Solvable Problem  -  
Cathy Costello
02-Sep-2017
Governor Mary Fallin asks Oklahomans to pray for Texas, Louisiana storm victims, first responders on Sunday  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-Sep-2017
Two women enter race for Republican nomination as Oklahoma Commissioner of Labor  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
20-Aug-2017
VOICE session with Oklahoma County Sheriff candidates set for August 20  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
16-Aug-2017
Republican responses to tobacco fee/tax spike illustrate party divisions  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
14-Aug-2017
From the best of years to the worst of years (Part III)  -  
State Rep. Jason Murphey
06-Aug-2017
From the best of years to the worst of years (Part II)  -  
State Rep. Jason Murphey
05-Aug-2017
Editor’s Notebook: Russell runs, Guild’s grit, McCall’s budget boss, and Small slams Bar brass  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
04-Aug-2017
From the best of years to the worst of years  -  
State Rep. Jason Murphey
04-Aug-2017
Jason Reese seeks House District 83 seat in Oklahoma City  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
02-Aug-2017
ANALYSIS – Oklahoma State Government Spending: Higher Than Ever  -  
Chris Shelton and Dave Bond, Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
01-Aug-2017
Attorneys believe race study shows Julius Jones’ death sentence is unconstitutional  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
29-Jul-2017
FLASHBACK TO 2011 – A re-boot that works: ‘Rise of the Planet of the Apes’  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel, September 5, 2011
16-Jul-2017
Global Citizen Awards scheduled for September 9 gala in Oklahoma City  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Jul-2017
Sen. AJ Griffin, Rep. Tim Downing praised for school choice leadership  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-Jul-2017
Gary Richardson is focused on making 2018 the year voters choose a change agent – him  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Jul-2017
Gary Richardson, Republican candidate for governor, files lawsuit to stop revenue boosts, defend State Question 640  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Jun-2017
Immigrant Heritage Month provides time to recognize the abundance newcomers bring  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
21-Jun-2017
Members of the Oklahoma Death Penalty Review Commission worked dutifully for one year – Read the Report!  -  
20-Jun-2017
Cody Yocom hired as founding principal for Cristo Rey Oklahoma City Catholic High School  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Jun-2017
Book Review: Great writing and compelling story-telling in John J. Dwyer’s ‘Shortgrass’  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
18-Jun-2017
Enes Kanter reflects on Oklahoma and Oklahomans: ‘This is my home.’  -  
Nazarene Harris, The City Sentinel
08-Jun-2017
OPINION – Why I voted no on this year’s appropriations bill  -  
State Rep. Jason Murphey
05-Jun-2017
OCPA Announces intent to file state Supreme Court challenge of income iax increase  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
25-May-2017
Governor Mary Fallin’s Statement on 2018 Fiscal Year Budget Agreement  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
25-May-2017
State Senator Kay Floyd winner of ‘Guardian Award’ from Oklahoma Commission on Status of Women  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-May-2017
OCPA Offers Balanced Budget Plan with a Teacher Pay Raise  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-May-2017
COMMENTARY: A blast from the past (2012) – This land is our land: Law, liberty and free markets  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
15-May-2017
From the ‘git-go’, Oklahoma Republican leaders rebuked controversial proposal  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
13-May-2017
Criminal justice reform advocates back Task Force measures at Capitol Rally  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
11-May-2017
Coburn opposes proposal to sharply limit charitable deduction itemization, Oklahoma Center for NonProfits makes a case, as well  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
10-May-2017
Abolitionists celebrate 26th annual dinner with Nobel Peace Prize nominee Father John Dear  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
07-May-2017
In Oklahoma speech, John Dear remembers Mother Teresa, advocating non-violence, an end to war, and death penalty abolition  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
07-May-2017
Rep. George Young thanks commissioners for Oklahoma Death Penalty Review report  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-May-2017
Tulsa Business, Community and Faith Leaders advance Immigration Reform as Legislative Priority  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
28-Apr-2017
Oklahoma pollster finds nuances in state sentiment on immigration, support for legal status  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
28-Apr-2017
COMMENTARY – Oklahoma Death Penalty Commission – Read The Report  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
28-Apr-2017
Groups opposed to Death Penalty weigh in on Oklahoma Commission Report  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
27-Apr-2017
If recommendations take hold, common existing practices in Oklahoma death penalty cases would be limited  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
25-Apr-2017
ANALYSIS: Death Penalty Review Commission issues sweeping, transformative recommendations  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
25-Apr-2017
In major report, Death Penalty Review Commission recommends extension of execution moratorium  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
25-Apr-2017
Oklahoma Death Penalty Review Commission to release highly anticipated findings Tuesday (April 25)  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
24-Apr-2017
Rep. Regina Goodwin’s ‘Caregiver Support Act’ goes to the governor’s desk  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
20-Apr-2017
Tom Cole’s E-vapor Efforts Backed By Retailers  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Apr-2017
Impressions and Questions: Could Documentary ‘Killing Richard Glossip’ end up saving him?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
14-Apr-2017
On both offense and defense, Oklahoma criminal justice reformers advance the ball  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
12-Apr-2017
As the Oklahoma wind blows, zero-emission tax credit may end on July 1  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
11-Apr-2017
To: Working journalists. From: Oklahoma’s Society of Professional Journalists – Is your name on this list?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
07-Apr-2017
Regulation Stops the Vape – Cole’s proposal to guard alternative from retroactive regs  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
30-Mar-2017
Former District Attorney Wes Lane endorses Brett Macy in GOP primary for county sheriff  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Mar-2017
FOI Oklahoma ‘Sunshine’ dinner slated for April 7, retired state Justice Taylor to speak  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
27-Mar-2017
Remembering: When Jesse Jackson opposed abortion, he said life ‘is really a gift from God.’  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
27-Mar-2017
As the stomach turns, a tribal casino in Guymon makes no sense  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
27-Mar-2017
Oklahoma House advances Rep. George Faught’s bill to ban abortions in instances of certain birth defects  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
23-Mar-2017
‘Killing Richard Glossip’ world premiere to be held in Oklahoma City.  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
22-Mar-2017
COMMENTARY: Shortey, and the fork in the road  -  
Sean Cummings
21-Mar-2017
COMMENTARY: Senator Shortey’s Shortcomings  -  
Steve Fair
20-Mar-2017
Governor Mary Fallin appoints attorney James Barwick to state Wildlife Commission  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Mar-2017
New Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter slates Tulsa conference on Civil Rights Enforcement  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
14-Mar-2017
OPINION: Protecting the health of Oklahomans  -  
Sen. Ervin Yen and Rep. Mike Ritze
06-Mar-2017
COMMENTARY: Donald Trump can make a difference in Indian Country  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
04-Mar-2017
ESA bill (S.B. 560) passed Oklahoma Senate Education Committee before being ‘pulled’ – an interview with the sponsor  -  
Jay Chilton, Center for Investigative Journalism
03-Mar-2017
Leaders react to Oklahoma state Senator Ron Sharp’s ‘truly shocking’ Mengele comparison  -  
Jay Chilton, Center for Investigative Journalism
03-Mar-2017
After multi-year tumultuous journey, REAL-ID sails through Oklahoma Legislature, and Fallin signs it  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Mar-2017
Calling for ‘One OKC,’ David Holt enters race to replace Mayor Cornett  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
27-Feb-2017
Will legislative Republicans kill criminal justice reform for a second time?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
20-Feb-2017
John Rex Charter School’s ‘Fuel Up!’ is a cool success  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
20-Feb-2017
Analyzing Turkish troubles: Some context for journalist Mahir Zeynelov’s interview with CapitolBeatOK  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
18-Feb-2017
Turkish journalist Mahir Zeynelov concerned President Trump ‘might be deferential toward’ strongman ruler  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
18-Feb-2017
Allbaugh discusses death penalty with coalition opposed to executions  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
15-Feb-2017
Social justice activist advocates for conservative Republican’s health care reform measure  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
12-Feb-2017
Governor Fallin names Patrick Wyrick to Oklahoma state Supreme Court  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
12-Feb-2017
Governor Mary Fallin’s 2017 State of the State speech  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-Feb-2017
Kirby case triggers expanded state House training, expulsion possible in days  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
04-Feb-2017
Chair of Oklahoma Senate Democratic Caucus, Kay Floyd coordinates legislative strategy, critiques majority priorities  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
01-Feb-2017
Oklahomans react to the Executive Order curbing immigration from seven Muslim countries  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
31-Jan-2017
An Editor’s Notebook: Life, laments, grades and goodness  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
29-Jan-2017
1889 Institute releases Education Savings Account proposal  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
26-Jan-2017
School Choice Summit on track despite anti-choice group’s threat of disruption at OCCC  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
25-Jan-2017
Midwest City breakfast evokes ‘a tapestry of unity’ that launched MLK Day 2017  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
24-Jan-2017
Lt. Gov. Lamb, Dr. Steve Perry, lawmakers and educators to speak at School Choice summit  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
24-Jan-2017
Oklahoma Speaker Charles McCall designates state House committee assignments  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
19-Jan-2017
Making the dream a reality, from Outer Space to Inner Space: We make love real, when we give it away  -  
Gary Banz
18-Jan-2017
‘Cruel Odyssey’ – Documentary ‘Killing Richard Glossip’ scheduled for March world premiere  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
18-Jan-2017
Oklahoma’s Markwayne Mullin mentioned for high federal office, to the dismay of many  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
12-Jan-2017
Stanley Hupfeld Academy at Western Village named ‘exemplar school’ by Partnership for 21st-Century Learning  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
10-Jan-2017
Sen. Bryce Marlatt opposes BIA plan to authorize tribal casino in Guymon  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
10-Jan-2017
The City Sentinel: In Oklahoma's capital city, Top Ten Local Stories for 2016  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
06-Jan-2017
Vast opportunities: Education’s Champions of Choice honored at Oklahoma City event  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
05-Jan-2017
A not-so-fond look back at 2016: The Hofmeister indictment and Boren’s defeat lead CapitolBeatOK’s Top 10 Stories  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
04-Jan-2017
Getting Organized – at the Oklahoma state House, boiling controversy over harassment settlement and related issues  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
03-Jan-2017
House Democratic leaders ask incoming Republican Speaker of the House Charles McCall to answer questions about the Kirby sexual harassment settlement  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
23-Dec-2016
Editor’s Notebook: OCPA analyst decries OBA attack on Pruitt, Mayor Mick meets President-elect Trump, F.D. Moon Elementary welcomes Santa  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
16-Dec-2016
Oklahomans against Pruitt’s confirmation for EPA job speak out  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
14-Dec-2016
Pullmann Potter: Heartland analyst shapes her arguments for pre-school education choice  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
12-Dec-2016
Oklahoma conservatives applaud Scott Pruitt’s selection to run EPA  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Dec-2016
COMMENTARY -- Professor Spiropoulos gives Republican leaders a failing grade  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
07-Dec-2016
Book Review: William F. Buckley’s ‘A Torch Kept Lit – Great Lives of the Twentieth Century’  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
06-Dec-2016
Capitol Days: A Tree lighting, and farewells to Larry Derryberry  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Dec-2016
The Turning Point: Oklahoma voters restore the basis for long-sought criminal justice reforms  -  
Kris Steele
26-Nov-2016
Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin promises to sustain renewed momentum for criminal justice reform  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
26-Nov-2016
President John F. Kennedy’s Thanksgiving Day proclamations  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
22-Nov-2016
Big Wind’s Big Loss: As Vermont goes, so goes Oklahoma?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
19-Nov-2016
Senator Kim David says NPLEx is a powerful tool to prevent illegal sales of meds containing PSE  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Nov-2016
Supporters of State Question 777, the right-to-farm proposition, comment on Tuesday’s defeat  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
10-Nov-2016
Death penalty foes respond to voter approval of State Question 776  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
09-Nov-2016
Oklahomans approve criminal justice reforms: State Questions 780 and 781  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
09-Nov-2016
Steele says State Questions 780 and 781 are vital, Right on Crime group presses for voter approval  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
07-Nov-2016
Across party lines: Chuck Norris leads Republican support for Oklahoma County Sheriff Whetsel  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
06-Nov-2016
Vote your good wolf – For Gary Johnson  -  
Jack L. Werner, Ph.D.
02-Nov-2016
ANALYSIS – Oklahoma S.D. 5: Senator Joseph Silk vs. school administrator Stacey Ebert  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Nov-2016
COMMENTARY: For State Question 779, and paying a salary that says we value teachers  -  
Joshua Putnam
01-Nov-2016
ANALYSIS – Oklahoma’s largest newspaper recommends “NO” vote on State Question 776  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
30-Oct-2016
Why a Real Ranching Family Supports State Question 777, Oklahoma’s Right to Farm  -  
Matt Boyer, Beacon Hill Ranch, Vinita, OK
28-Oct-2016
COMMENTARY -- A Smarter Approach to Public Safety: Yes on State Questions 780 and 781  -  
Kris Steele
24-Oct-2016
COMMENTARY – Oklahoma, executions and democratic choice – Ending the death penalty for our time, and for all time  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
18-Oct-2016
State Question 790 – Helping ‘the least of these’ while healing the past  -  
Paul S. Coakley, Archbishop of Oklahoma City
17-Oct-2016
Advocates of State Questions 780 and 781 launch TV ad campaign featuring stories of real families  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
16-Oct-2016
Oklahoma’s execution foes host October 10 event as part of ‘World Day Against the Death Penalty’  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan, The City Sentinel
08-Oct-2016
COMMENTARY -- The problem with Pugh  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
07-Oct-2016
Sen. Kyle Loveless hosts interim study focused on sexual abuse in schools … continues asset forfeiture reform efforts  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Oct-2016
Criminal justice reformers begin final push for State Questions 780 and 781, Robert Henry makes formal endorsement  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
01-Oct-2016
Some good news for advocates of medical marijuana: Enough signatures for ballot status ratified  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
01-Oct-2016
Recent debate kicks off race for Oklahoma County Sheriff  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
29-Sep-2016
COMMENTARY – One of the Most Critical Issues Facing our State  -  
Cathy Costello, with David Slane
26-Sep-2016
Oklahoma Eagle Forum remembers Phyllis Schlafly  -  
Bunny Chambers
12-Sep-2016
COMMENTARY -- ln the land of immigrants, time for reform  -  
Justin Alan Lindstrom
08-Sep-2016
Mother Teresa’s speech at the national Prayer Breakfast in 1994  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Sep-2016
Gov. Fallin declares Pawnee County emergency, Corporation Commission presses to stop injection wells near earthquake epicenter  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Sep-2016
Harvard Republican Club letter to members and alumni: We will not support Donald Trump  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Sep-2016
State of Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation agree on hunting and fishing compact  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
01-Sep-2016
State Rep. Chuck Hoskin’s on his Harley, driving for motorcycle safety  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
27-Aug-2016
Fallin signs election proclamations for five state questions, as November ballot takes shape  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
24-Aug-2016
Medical Marijuana initiative clears first of several procedural hurdles for ballot status  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
24-Aug-2016
Those ‘in the Arena’ – Citizens in a Republic  -  
Joe Dorman
23-Aug-2016
Advocates of initiative measures for process reform and medical marijuana may fall short  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
21-Aug-2016
James Lankford helps to lead national drive affirming ‘In God We Trust’ as the national motto  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
20-Aug-2016
Unity Prayer Service & Walk scheduled in Oklahoma City  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
14-Aug-2016
An Oklahoma Water Policy Primer, part II – 2012-2016  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
12-Aug-2016
An Oklahoma Water Policy Primer – Debates from 2010 and 2011  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
11-Aug-2016
Paul Abner, Craig Eidson, and the late Milton Friedman – Men of Issachar for our times  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
06-Aug-2016
New high school supported through Oklahoma’s Opportunity Scholarship Fund policy  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
04-Aug-2016
Fall 2017: Cristo Rey Catholic High School will open in Oklahoma City  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
04-Aug-2016
Eradication of feral hogs will be subject of House Interim Study  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Jul-2016
Rep. Mike Ritze – NPLEx Continues to Prevent Illegal Sales of Medicines Containing PSE  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
27-Jul-2016
U.S. Sen. James Lankford of Oklahoma leads push for Conscience Protection Act of 2016  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
25-Jul-2016
COMMENTARY For the sake of the ten, for the sake of us all – 2016’s new hope for criminal justice reform  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
24-Jul-2016
Black Lives Matter and allies sponsor Oklahoma Rally; Police Shootings nationwide documented  -  
The City Sentinel staff
10-Jul-2016
A Future of Freedom for “every man, woman and child” – Ronald Reagan’s July 4, 1986 speech  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
01-Jul-2016
John F. Kennedy -- From Independence Square on July 4, 1962: ‘A fabric of law and progress’  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
01-Jul-2016
U.S. Supreme Court slaps down Texas abortion regulations, Oklahomans respond  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
28-Jun-2016
COMMENTARY: As we conclude Immigrant Heritage Month, it’s time for reform  -  
Francisco J. Treviño
27-Jun-2016
Broad coalition presses for historic criminal justice reform in Oklahoma  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
27-Jun-2016
After submission of more than 200,000 signatures, ballot status likely for historic criminal justice reform initiatives  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
27-Jun-2016
Potential Bonanza through Internet Gaming available to non-U.S. Citizens, based on Native American lands?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
24-Jun-2016
Gov. Fallin delays implementation of Highway Patrol program using card ‘readers’ in asset forfeiture  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Jun-2016
Challenging legislative session had its bright spots  -  
Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin
14-Jun-2016
Leaders of Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) condemn ‘monstrous attack’ in Orlando  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
12-Jun-2016
Judicial Confirmation and Retention in the age of Joe Biden and Donald Trump – A Perfect Storm or a Perfect Mess?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
11-Jun-2016
Editor’s Notebook: Waiting on DOC, Pro-life measures praised, Fallin sees silver lining, and Spiropoulos speaks out  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
09-Jun-2016
COMMENTARY Getting the right answer by changing the question: If left-wing academic bias is a given, why should taxpayers finance it?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
08-Jun-2016
Reader Poll Part Two: The Death Penalty – Why or why not?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
05-Jun-2016
Local group kicks off campaign opposing “Right to Farm” – S.Q. 777  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
03-Jun-2016
State Question 777 (right to farm proposal) beats back opposition lawsuit  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
03-Jun-2016
‘A productive, tax-paying citizen’ who supports criminal justice reform  -  
Natasha Purnell
03-Jun-2016
Editor’s Notebook: Criminal Justice reform advances, Pruitt outlines response to Obama administration move, Fallin looks on the bright side  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Jun-2016
Laws opposing federal transgender guidance fall short, but Oklahoma Legislature approves resolution backing A.G. Pruitt’s lawsuit  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
30-May-2016
Text of Oklahoma House Concurrent Resolution 1021  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
27-May-2016
Obama Administration's 'Dear Colleague Letter on Transgender Students'  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
27-May-2016
Pruitt says Corrections Department 'failed to do its job,' in process that was often 'careless, cavalier'  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
20-May-2016
Grand Jury report runs 106 pages, delivering strong criticism of death penalty process  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
19-May-2016
Joyful advocates join in Tulsa to celebrate release of two innocent men: Malcolm Scott and De'Marchoe Carpenter  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
19-May-2016
Reader Poll: Death Penalty – Why or why not?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
15-May-2016
Telling tales: When the ‘metafictional’ narrative of Ben Rhodes trumped truth  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
13-May-2016
As National Charter Schools Week concludes, Oklahoma success stories are shared  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
07-May-2016
Editor’s notebook: Email confusion, applause for reforms, credit questions, long-shot Democrat  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
05-May-2016
Oklahoma Innocence Project to highlight push for criminal justice reforms  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
05-May-2016
Governor Mary Fallin signs four criminal justice measures into law  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
01-May-2016
Sovereignty Symposium 2016 scheduled for June 8 and 9 in Oklahoma City  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
30-Apr-2016
Sen. David Holt's legislation on 'revenge porn' heads to Gov. Mary Fallin  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Apr-2016
COMMENTARY: Judicial Reform? Keep Selection Over Election  -  
Julie Knutson
20-Apr-2016
Watch-Out, Two: Allbaugh says state prison crisis bears “uncanny” resemblance to what Texas faced  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
13-Apr-2016
Watch-Out One: His 'gut' says no indictments in death penalty probe, as Joe Allbaugh tackles Corrections reform  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
13-Apr-2016
COMMENTARY -- Our posterity: 'Total Age Dependency Ratio' means we need each other, and wiser education policies  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
11-Apr-2016
Three Oklahomans honored, Norman City Government gets 'Black Hole' award from FOI Oklahoma  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
10-Apr-2016
Sounds of Silence: Oklahoma County votes on a beautiful spring day (TODAY)  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
05-Apr-2016
ANALYSIS: Hofmeister declares victory and the clock runs out, will begin implementation of Math and English/Language Arts Standards  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
30-Mar-2016
Oklahoma Bipartisan Death Penalty Review Commission formed, supported  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Mar-2016
A request for reader input: Why, or why not, the death penalty?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
25-Mar-2016
Oklahoman Tara Huddleston echoes Stotsky and Gray, saying the Hofmeister Academic Standards 'are not ready'  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
20-Mar-2016
'A mile wide and an inch deep' – The Hofmeister Academic Standards under critical scrutiny  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
20-Mar-2016
Leading academic says Oklahoma Department of Education's Academic standards 'are not worth following'  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
14-Mar-2016
Oklahoma Republican Leaders: Education Savings Accounts will not be considered this year  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
11-Mar-2016
1889 Institute presents “blueprint” for Oklahoma education reforms  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
10-Mar-2016
School Choice Supporters Rally at the Oklahoma Capitol  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
02-Mar-2016
Erin Brockovich visits Oklahoma as a “voice of the people” on earthquakes, water issues  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
27-Feb-2016
For Super Tuesday, Frank Keating endorses Marco Rubio, amid tide of support from elected officials  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
27-Feb-2016
French Jewish family heir regains title to Nazi-stolen painting of ‘Shepherdess’  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
24-Feb-2016
U.S. Supreme Court Justice William J. Brennan was “progressive and influential”  -  
Tom Guild
20-Feb-2016
Advertising opportunities for March 2016 edition of The City Sentinel close on Tuesday, February 23  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
19-Feb-2016
By the numbers, for whom the bells toll: 1 grand jury, (more than) 2 death penalty foes, 3 resignations, 4 months of investigation, and 5 men – including Richard Glossip – on death row  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
18-Feb-2016
Every now and then, she's right: Fallin's corrections reforms are needed  -  
Joe Dorman
17-Feb-2016
Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt says he will push to set execution dates after grand jury report's release  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
15-Feb-2016
More than the Richard Glossip case: For the Constitution, for social justice, for reasons pragmatic and humane, put the death penalty into mothballs  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
15-Feb-2016
COMMENTARY: Dust to dust, ashes to ashes … Reflections on law, mortality and the meaning of words  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
13-Feb-2016
ANALYSIS: Education Savings Accounts breathe new life into policy debates  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
12-Feb-2016
The Blaine Truth: How an obscure historical Nativism could (but doesn't have to) undo school choice  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
09-Feb-2016
Family Policy Institute of Oklahoma to host marriage and family scholar  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
07-Feb-2016
Governor Mary Fallin Delivers 2016 State of the State Address  -  
05-Feb-2016
ANALYSIS, Part Three: Mary Fallin gets it – the problem with prisons, and the challenge of reform  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
03-Feb-2016
ANALYSIS, Part One: Oklahoma’s Budget Blues outline in Gov. Fallin’s State of the State  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
03-Feb-2016
From an Editor's Notebook: Some common ground, Business backs Loveless, Rubio gains support  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
03-Feb-2016
Oklahoma Conference of Churches: Members plan to 'Advocate for Justice' at Feb. 29 Capitol Day  -  
Darla Shelden, The City Sentinel
03-Feb-2016
Sen. David Holt introduces budget reform measure aiming to strengthen Rainy Day Fund  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
01-Feb-2016
VOICE OKC holds Restorative Justice Sunday presentation  -  
Darla Shelden
31-Jan-2016
Pro-Lifers come to Capitol Wednesday (February 3) for annual Rose Day  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
31-Jan-2016
Kris Steele leads Oklahomans for Criminal Justice Reform, seeking to qualify prison reform ballot initiatives  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
28-Jan-2016
Governor Mary Fallin proclaims 'School Choice Week' in Oklahoma  -  
27-Jan-2016
Opinion: Addressing the heartbreak of addiction  -  
Jeb Bush
27-Jan-2016
Oklahoma Academy recommendations include tax reform, budget transparency and Medicaid Expansion  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
24-Jan-2016
Sen. Kyle Loveless of Oklahoma City introduces forfeiture reforms  -  
Staff Report
22-Jan-2016
Democrats press measures on voting rights, education proceeds from lottery, long-range plans for veteran health care  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
22-Jan-2016
Republican House members envision education-related policy changes for upcoming session  -  
Capitol Beat Staff Report
20-Jan-2016
Rep. Mike Shelton promises to press earthquake relief proposals  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
17-Jan-2016
Trump, Cruz, Rubio, Clinton & Sanders: An election, not a law firm  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
17-Jan-2016
Rep. Morrissette’s Earthquake damage hearing Friday, January 15  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
14-Jan-2016
Arkansas as a Tipping Point, and critiques of a one-cent sales tax hike for education  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
14-Jan-2016
Trump endorses ‘Protect Life and Marriage Marriage Oklahoma’ drive  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
13-Jan-2016
Light-heavyweight bout for 2016: Scott Pruitt vs. Gary Jones  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
10-Jan-2016
Istook’s Insights: Good deeds and Christmas, faith and freedom  -  
Ernest Istook
29-Dec-2015
ReMerge program graduates ninth class, successful rehabilitation and recovery program continues  -  
Darla Shelden
27-Dec-2015
Capital Punishment and the Capitol Beat: 2015's Top Ten stories in Oklahoma state government  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
27-Dec-2015
NEWS ANALYSIS: The City Sentinel: Top stories of 2015 include revenue crunch, Glossip fallout  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
27-Dec-2015
Istook's Insights: Sympathy for the Trump, more debt, guns and control  -  
Ernest Istook
27-Dec-2015
Istook's Insights: U.N. and the Internet, P.C. Police  -  
Ernest Istook
18-Dec-2015
NEWS ANALYSIS: Scholar fears choice opportunities could be smothered in higher regulation  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
18-Dec-2015
Istook’s Insights: Hot air in Paris, U.S. dreamers, Pentagon PC  -  
Ernest Istook
16-Dec-2015
Sens. Patrick Anderson and John Sparks launch Bill of Rights monument project  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
15-Dec-2015
Ho! Ho! Ho! Merry Christmas! And other good wishes, too.  -  
Joe Dorman
15-Dec-2015
Oklahoma City firm Jones PR named finalist in National PRWeek awards for advocacy  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
14-Dec-2015
National group praises Oklahoma's charter school authorizing standards  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
14-Dec-2015
A surprise attack, and a reminder that evil exists  -  
Ernest Istook
07-Dec-2015
Rep. Cory Williams presses Secretary Michael Teague to use all grant money for earthquake study  -  
01-Dec-2015
Interim Review: Rep. Randy McDaniel outlines pension system improvements  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
01-Dec-2015
Istook's Insights: Obama calls critics cowards, but they will fight him  -  
Ernest Istook
25-Nov-2015
Syrian refugee policy provokes conservative debate in Oklahoma  -  
Staff Report
24-Nov-2015
At Capitol ceremony, Democrats make it official: Independents can vote in primary elections  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
23-Nov-2015
Legislators analyze prolonged drought still affecting much of Oklahoma  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
22-Nov-2015
Farmers and Ranchers join to boost State Question 777 (Right to Farm) on November 2016 ballot  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
18-Nov-2015
Istook's Insights: Bad lessons from the University of Missouri resignation  -  
Ernest Istook
17-Nov-2015
Editor's Notebook: Cathy's grace, AJ touts progress reducing juvenile incarceration, Anastasia looks at Kindergarten preparation  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
16-Nov-2015
Group says Boren tax hike petition violates state Constitution, should not be on ballot  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
12-Nov-2015
Lucky Day: PAYRight program for past-due taxes ends Friday evening, November 13  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
12-Nov-2015
At First Amendment Banquet, Fire Chief Kelvin Cochran recounts clash of “Kingdom Consequences” and “Worldly Consequences”  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
09-Nov-2015
Istook's Insights: Immigrants and welfare spending, global warming quackery  -  
Ernest Istook
05-Nov-2015
Rep. Mark McCullough will retire at end of present House term  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
03-Nov-2015
Oklahoma House of Representatives gathers for special interim meeting  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-Nov-2015
New Oklahoma state laws take effect  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
31-Oct-2015
Right-to-Try Law takes effect in Oklahoma  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
31-Oct-2015
COMMENTARY It's time for Gov. Fallin to appoint a Commissioner of Labor. Cathy Costello is the best choice  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
29-Oct-2015
Mix-up, debacle, delay -- Lethal injection protocol flaws trigger controversy, introspection, and reconsideration of the death penalty  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
21-Oct-2015
PAYRight program promoting past-due tax collections exceeds expectations  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
20-Oct-2015
Istook’s Insights: Taxpayers pay for climate propaganda, standing for the National Anthem, buying and paying for compliance  -  
Ernest Istook
20-Oct-2015
At the eleventh hour, Feds grant Oklahoma 'REAL ID' reprieve  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
16-Oct-2015
Lawsuit truce called until Spring 2016 on Oklahoma drug debacle – Glossip, Cole and Grant executions on hold  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
16-Oct-2015
Rep. Mike Christian proposes law enforcement consolidation  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
15-Oct-2015
Tax Commission Offers PAYRight OK program  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
14-Oct-2015
In under a decade, tribal gaming boosted OK state government revenues $1 billion  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
14-Oct-2015
Gov. Mary Fallin boosts awareness of domestic violence  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
13-Oct-2015
Moratorium Now! It's time to put a hold on executions in Oklahoma  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
11-Oct-2015
A Young story: Changing a life and making a difference  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
10-Oct-2015
Death penalty controversy rages, investigations of Oklahoma's process proceed  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
09-Oct-2015
From Sinai, to the Capitol, to OCPA , the Ten Commandments  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
08-Oct-2015
From Gov. Mary Fallin's office – Frequently asked questions about the execution chemical protocols  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
05-Oct-2015
Glossip's week: How a 3-2 appeals court “No, go ahead” became a 5-0 “Hell Yes -- Stop!”  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
03-Oct-2015
Glossip gets 37 more days, as state examines execution process  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
01-Oct-2015
Glossip lawyers submit appeal to U.S. Supreme Court  -  
Staff Report
30-Sep-2015
Istook's Insights: Religious rights erode, Pope encourages American bishops to shine a light  -  
Ernest Istook
30-Sep-2015
State Appeals court turns down Glossip appeal, next stop is the U.S. Supreme Court  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
29-Sep-2015
Legislative Black Caucus honors the past, present and future at A.C. Hamlin Banquet on Sept. 28  -  
Staff Report
27-Sep-2015
Istook's Insights: No religious test, a divided nation, the biggest loser in the debates  -  
Ernest Istook
24-Sep-2015
Wild Wednesday: All hell breaks loose in Glossip investigation(s)  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
24-Sep-2015
Some more time: Glossip's advocates joyful over stay, critics somewhat muted  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
19-Sep-2015
Alternate narrative: Glossip brief before Oklahoma appeals court focuses on Constitution, inconsistencies in testimony, behavior of original investigators  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
19-Sep-2015
Istook's Insights: California Colleges threaten free speech, rise of the mavericks  -  
Ernest Istook
19-Sep-2015
Richard Glossip Reprieve Request  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
15-Sep-2015
OCPA’s Trent England applauds new Corrections reforms  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
15-Sep-2015
Legislators convene Interim hearing on uninsured motorists, licensing and insuring of 'non-traditional' residents  -  
Staff Report
14-Sep-2015
Istook's Insights: Doctored Docs, Cooked books, Europe's Crisis  -  
Ernest Istook
14-Sep-2015
ReMerge program held seventh graduation ceremony at Oklahoma History Center  -  
Darla Shelden
13-Sep-2015
COMMENTARY Books of numbers, translations, alternatives, aspirations and justice: Time for mercy, not sacrifice  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
13-Sep-2015
Istook's Insights: New jobs go to immigrants, Congress gave Obama a blank check on Iran, Bureaucrats neglect veterans  -  
Ernest Istook
12-Sep-2015
New Evidence in Glossip case will be presented Monday, September 14 from Attorneys Don Knight, Mark Olive and Kathleen Lord  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
12-Sep-2015
Actress Susan Sarandon discusses her activism seeking to stop Richard Glossip's execution  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
07-Sep-2015
Sister Helen Prejean: Time for Oklahoma's people to reach out to Gov. Fallin  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
05-Sep-2015
A Summary: “When Eight is Enough”  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff
03-Sep-2015
Everybody's life matters.  -  
Ernest Istook
01-Sep-2015
Loveless to host hearing on civil asset forfeiture reform  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
30-Aug-2015
The Legacy of John Howard, 1921-2015  -  
Allan C. Carlson
24-Aug-2015
Baboons in our midst and Fort Reno's “redundant, outdated and duplicative” research -- Tax dollars at work?  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
23-Aug-2015
Istook's Insights: Giveaways at all-time high, as freedom slips away  -  
Ernest Istook
22-Aug-2015
Reps. Wood and Calvey call for investigation of Judicial Nominating Commission  -  
16-Aug-2015
Foes of death penalty continue to advocate for Glossip's life  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
14-Aug-2015
Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin says state is prepared 'to hold [Richard Glossip] accountable,' activists plead for his life  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
11-Aug-2015
Critics say Oklahoma's state government earthquake response is inadequate  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
09-Aug-2015
They felt the earth move, under their feet – Fallin's Council acknowledges correlation between quakes and deep disposal wells  -  
Patrick B. McGuigan
08-Aug-2015
EXCERPT: Skullduggery! Inspector Wesselhoft and the case of the purloined painting  -  
Wayne Greene, The Tulsa World
08-Aug-2015
Wesselhöft presses for inspection of 'Shepherdess' painting  -  
Staff Report
08-Aug-2015
On News9 –- In the “Hot Seat,' Burke blasts 2013 comp law; Morrissette and Osborn debate issues on “Your Vote Counts”  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
02-Aug-2015
Istook Insight: Should government dictate raises for fast-food workers?  -  
Ernest Istook
01-Aug-2015
Istook Insight: Your land is their land?  -  
Ernest Istsook
30-Jul-2015
Oklahoma Legislative Caucus will focus on education, public safety  -  
CapitolBeatOK Staff Report
29-Jul-2015
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