Oklahoma Democrats mourn Fred Harris, former US senator and presidential candidate
Fred Harris, former senator from Oklahoma and presidential hopeful, dies at 94
Fred Harris, a former U.S. senator from Oklahoma, presidential hopeful and populist who championed Democratic Party reforms in the turbulent 1960s, died Saturday. He was 94. Harris’ wife, Margaret Elliston,
Fred R. Harris, Oklahoma senator on Kerner Commission, dies at 94
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.
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The Hot Seat: Oklahoma Group Hopes To Boost Voter Turnout With Primary System Reform
Pat McFerron with Yes on 835 joined The Hot Seat with News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell to discuss Oklahoma's low voter turnout in the Presidential election and how a reform of Oklahoma's primary system could boost voter turnout.
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.
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
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.
OCPD: Girl struck by vehicle in southeast Oklahoma City
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (NEXSTAR) — The day after the election, Governor JB Pritzker gave a clear message to President-elect Donald Trump and his incoming administration. “To anyone who intends to come, take away the freedom and opportunity and dignity of Illinoisans, I would remind you that a happy warrior is still a warrior,” Pritzker said. “You […]
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 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.
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 …
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