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The motion came because of "persistent and confirmed reports of increasing numbers of special needs foster children being victims of abuse or neglect" while at Laura Dester. DHS officials contend there is nowhere else in Oklahoma for these special-needs children…

Kalu, a male African lion, arrived in Tulsa last month from the Denver Zoo. After a quarantine period, during which veterinary staff monitored his health and well-being, he recently was moved into the lion grottos.

Officers were called shortly before 1:20 a.m. to the Edenwood Apartments, 2171 N. Hartford Ave., where they found two shooting victims.

When finished, it will include more than 1,400 pieces of coral and 65,000 gallons of water, making it the second largest display at the aquarium.

Incoming Senate leader Greg Treat announces who will be floor leader and appropriations chair next year. The positions are influential at the Capitol, possibly more so in recent years as the state struggled to stabilize its finances in the face…

Oklahoma Supreme Court Justice Patrick Wyrick faced question from senators as he seeks a federal judgeship.

Republican candidates for lieutenant governor said the office serves important functions, including economic development.

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The chairman of a state board that oversees a $2.5 billion police pension fund stepped down from the position Wednesday after apologizing for mistakes involving emails. W.B. Smith said he will remain on the board as a trustee elected by…

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