Could Oklahoma switch to open primaries? State question draws criticism, support
Under the proposal, Oklahoma primaries would be open to all voters with the top two vote-getters advancing to the general election. Supporters said they expect a challenge to the measure.
Oklahoma open primary proposal gets mixed reaction
A proposal to open Oklahoma primaries is drawing criticism. Earlier this week, supporters announced State Question 835 that seeks to obtain 172,993 signatures to get the issue on the November 2026 ballot.
Proposed state question would change Oklahoma election system
Oklahoma United has filed an initiative petition to put a state question to end Oklahoma's closed primary system to a statewide vote in November 2026.
A treasured Oklahoma City theater is coming back to life
“Saturday Night Live” alum Ana Gasteyer reflected on her six-year stint on the show on the latest episode of Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers’ “Las Culturistas” podcast, recalling a time when her fellow cast member Will Ferrell interrupted Sean “Diddy” Combs’ closed rehearsal as part of a bit. Gasteyer was on “SNL” from 1996 to …
Oklahoma group files petition to bring open primaries to a vote
A petition was filed this week for State Question 835, a chance for Oklahomans to vote for open primaries. If passed, State Question 835 would allow all Oklahomans to receive the same ballot during primary elections. Currently, voters must declare their party affiliation and receive a corresponding ballot.
Education secretary hopeful demands Oklahoma school students watch video of him praying for Trump
Ryan Walters, who ordered schools in Oklahoma to incorporate the Bible into classroom curriculum, is in the running to be named Trump’s education secretary
Oklahoma leaders criticize open primary proposal
Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell criticized the push for open primary elections in Oklahoma, calling it "a solution in search of a problem" and
High-profile Oklahoma attorney and judge remains in jail after outburst
“Saturday Night Live” alum Ana Gasteyer reflected on her six-year stint on the show on the latest episode of Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers’ “Las Culturistas” podcast, recalling a time when her fellow cast member Will Ferrell interrupted Sean “Diddy” Combs’ closed rehearsal as part of a bit. Gasteyer was on “SNL” from 1996 to …
Oklahoma United announces filing of petition for proposal to end closed primaries
Oklahoma United announced a petition filing for a proposal for an amendment to the Oklahoma Constitution to end closed primaries.This starts the process of get
Oklahoma voters could get to weigh in on opening primaries
A proposed Oklahoma constitutional amendment filed Monday could open the state’s primaries. Under the proposal, Oklahoma primaries would be open to all voters with the top two vote getters advancing to the general election.
Who is Ryan Walters? What to know about Oklahoma's controversial top educator
Ryan Walters has been making a flurry of moves to draw national attention as Donald Trump makes his Cabinet picks. He is the Oklahoma superintendent.
Oklahoma City fire crews battle commercial fire
OKLAHOMA CITY ( KFOR) – Firefighters are battling a commercial fire in Oklahoma City Wednesday afternoon. According to the Oklahoma City Fire Department, crews responded to a building near Reno Ave. and Council Rd. around 12:40 p.m.