Capitol Insider Podcast
1) Election climate as 2026 campaign season nears shows uncertainty
We evaluate the 2026 elections with just over a year to go before campaigning accelerates into high gear.
2) State Board of Education pushes for special meeting after cancellation
After its latest monthly meeting was cancelled, the State Board of Education is pursuing legal action to schedule a special meeting.
3) Stitt seeks to block City of Tulsa agreement with Muscogee Creek Nation
Governor Kevin Stitt has initiated legal action to prevent the City of Tulsa from entering into a law enforcement agreement with the Muscogee Creek Nation.
4) Oklahoma Department of Education 'test' to vet teacher candidates from out of state raises concerns
A new "qualifications" test for out of state teachers hoping to gain certification to teach in Oklahoma triggers legal scrutiny as Oklahoma teacher shortage continues.
5) U.S. jobs report stuns, but Oklahoma economy shows encouraging signs
Tariffs, inflation and job growth remain a national economic concern, but new data indicate healthy economy in Oklahoma, says economist Dr. Robert Dauffenbach.
6) Allegations against Ryan Walters lead to investigation, accusations
State Superintendent Ryan Walters denies allegations about images of nude women on office television; accuses Governor Stitt of coordinating allegations against him.
7) Walters runs into resistance from State Board of Education members
State Board of Education members pushed back against recent decisions made by State Superintendent Ryan Walters during their latest board meeting.
8) Supreme Court delays implementation of business courts law
A new law is on hold after the Oklahoma Supreme Court heard arguments about the proposed creation of new Oklahoma courts to handle business litigation.
9) State of Oklahoma revenues show slight increase in last 12 months
New figures from the State Treasurer's Office show an increase in revenue for fiscal year 2025, fueled by individual income tax collections.
10) Oklahoma film industry continues to grow
Oklahoma's film industry is seeing the results of an enhanced film and TV tax rebate, with gains in number of in-state productions and economic benefits to communities.