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A bill that would ban conversion therapy for minors passed out of committee this year after not receiving a hearing last session.

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Oklahoma City Council approves resolutions, Oklahoma County jail trust moves forward with a jail transition and residents lobby at the Capitol.

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Many liquor stores were open for the first time this past Sunday after seven counties across the state voted to approve Sunday liquor sales.

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Due to not being able to agree on a united plan, separate organizations will host respective Pride events.

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Gov. Kevin Stitt’s ongoing dispute with Oklahoma’s tribal nations continues to unfold without much support from his allies.

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A former journalist presents the biggest challenge to Sen. Jim Inhofe’s seat in over a decade.

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Oklahoma City Council established the MAPS 4 Citizens Advisory Board despite some concern about the name.

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