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A jockey pay dispute with thoroughbred owners is jeopardizing Oklahoma horse racing ahead of a Sept. 4, 2025, negotiation deadline.
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View as a grid'A disaster if they don't have races': Jockey pay dispute with thoroughbred owners down to the wi...
'So many problems': After reporting to FBI, John Chancey resigns as Horse Racing Commission direc...
NONDOC
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Oklahoma Horse Racing Commission executive director John Chancey resigned following a Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2025, meeting at Remington Park.
Roundup: Walters testing claim questioned, OSSAA sued, Islamic marriage custom interpreted by cou...
NONDOC
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Oklahoma's Court of Civil Appeals issued a precedential ruling on when a mahr, an Islamic marriage custom, can be enforced in state court.
From skipping school to covering it: Kevin Eagleson joins NonDoc
NONDOC
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Kevin Eagleson has joined NonDoc as an reporter with an emphasis on education after graduating from the University of Oklahoma in May 2025.
In Enid, a fatal overdose highlights a lack of drug treatment options
The Frontier
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There's a shortage of drug treatment programs in Western Oklahoma. Many people don't have transportation and the nearest provider is in another town.
As Trump ramps up deportations, some immigrants spend time in an Oklahoma for-profit prison
The Frontier
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Cimarron Correctional Facility in Cushing houses federal detainees awaiting deportation proceedings.
An Oklahoma father planned to get married but now faces deportation
The Frontier
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Immigration attorneys say they're seeing a growing number of green card holders detained for past criminal convictions, some for cases that are years old.
'We can't grow': OU researchers raise concerns for future of projects following federal funding c...
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Editor's note: This story was updated at 9:20 a.m. May 1 to remove an instance of gendered language.
OU Gaylord instructor resigns, was subject of 3 Title IX reports alleging inappropriate conduct
OU Daily
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Journalism instructor Jay Gilmore has submitted his resignation and will not return next semester, Gaylord College Dean Andrea Miller confirmed to OU Daily on Feb. 28.
Democratic state lawmakers host town hall to discuss federal budget cuts, turnpike, education
OU Daily
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Democratic state lawmakers hosted a town hall Saturday at St. Michael's Episcopal Church to provide Norman residents a platform to voice their concerns about state and federal issues.
Norman council member Austin Ball agrees to plea deal on embezzlement charges
OU Daily
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Ward 1 Councilmember Austin Ball has changed his plea from not guilty to no contest, agreeing to a plea deal on charges of embezzlement and making false statements in his
Oklahomans for Responsible Economic Development file petition appeal with Oklahoma Supreme Court
OU Daily
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Editor's note: This story was updated at 5:38 p.m. on March 19 to correct an incorrect statement from Russell Rice about where ORED would file an appeal if the Oklahoma
Oklahoma lawmakers express concern over National Weather Center layoffs ahead of tornado se...
OU Daily
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Oklahoma community members and leaders are expressing concern about layoffs at the National Weather Center as tornado season approaches.
Norman Ward 1 Councilmember Austin Ball pleads not guilty to embezzlement charges
OU Daily
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Ward 1 Councilmember Austin Ball pleaded not guilty to charges of misdemeanor embezzlement and false certificate by a public officer.
From Boren to Harroz: How university presidents work toward 'herculean task' of transforming OU
OU Daily
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This story will be featured in the edition of OU Daily's magazine commemorating former OU President David Boren. The magazine can be found on racks on campus and throughout Norman
David Gandesbery wins Norman City Council Ward 1, defeats Austin Ball
OU Daily
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Editor's note: This story was updated at 8:24 p.m. on Feb. 11 to add a statement from Austin Ball and David Gandesbery.
OU Students for Justice in Palestine registers as student organization, gains resources for advoc...
OU Daily
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After over a year of campus-wide protests, campaigns and advocacy, OU Students for Justice in Palestine is now a registered student organization under the Student Government Association.
Ward 1 council member to turn himself in after warrant issued for charges regarding campaign fund...
OU Daily
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Ward 1 Councilmember Austin Ball told OU Daily Monday he plans to turn himself in after a warrant was issued for his arrest on criminal misdemeanor charges of embezzlement and
Norman council member Austin Ball charged with alleged fund embezzlement, filing false campaign r...
OU Daily
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Editor's note: This story is breaking and will be updated as more information becomes available.
Cleveland County judge orders city to disburse $2.1 million to University Town Center for upgrade...
OU Daily
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Cleveland County District Judge Jeff Virgin ruled in favor of University Town Center LLC's motion for partial judgment in a lawsuit against the city of Norman, ordering to disburse approximately
Norman election guide: Ward 1 candidates Austin Ball, David Gandesbery
OU Daily
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Editor's note: OU Daily conducts a background check on all candidates in all elections. While examining a past record, the Daily will take into account any case details, timeframe of
Biden Commutes Peltier Sentence
Gaylord News
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Shortly before leaving office, President Joe Biden commuted Leonard Peltier's life sentence to indefinite house arrest following decades of community activists fighting for his release. "It's finally over - I'm going home," Peltier said in a press release from NDN Collective. "I want to show the world I'm a good person with a good heart....
Oklahomans travel for Trump's 2.0 inauguration, adapt to disruptions
Gaylord News
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Thousands traveled to the nation's capital for President Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th president, among them were Oklahomans who made the journey as supporters, critics and security. Those who traveled to Washington to attend the inauguration in person had to abruptly change their plans Friday morning when the inauguration was moved inside the Capitol...
Mullin rises to defense of Hegseth during hearing
Gaylord News
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Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Westville) accused senators of working while drinking during defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing in front of the Senate Armed Services Committee. Mullin, who has positioned himself as a weapon in President-elect Donald Trump's Congressional arsenal, defended Hegseth during the contentious hearing which was the first of 14 this week.