Sinopsis
A discussion of the week's news from Oklahoma's State Capitol between KGOU Public Radio's Dick Pryor and eCapitol's Shawn Ashley, plus interviews with newsmakers.
Episodios
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What's next after a tumultuous week for Oklahoma education?
03/10/2025 Duración: 05minFollowing the resignation of Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters, Gov. Kevin Stitt appointed Lindel Fields as interim superintendent, announced a "turnaround" team and renewed calls to make the position appointed rather than elected.
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Walters resignation affects state schools and 2026 election
26/09/2025 Duración: 05minControversial State Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters resigns to take job with conservative teacher group.
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Oklahoma Supreme Court puts new social studies standards on hold
19/09/2025 Duración: 05minNew social studies standards that went into effect for the current school semester have now been halted by the Oklahoma Supreme Court.
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Stitt state employee 'return to work' order survives legal challenge
12/09/2025 Duración: 06minCiting lack of standing for the legislator who brought a lawsuit against it, the Oklahoma Supreme Court allows Gov. Kevin Stitt's "return to work" executive order to stand.
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Election climate as 2026 campaign season nears shows uncertainty
05/09/2025 Duración: 09minWe evaluate the 2026 elections with just over a year to go before campaigning accelerates into high gear.
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State Board of Education pushes for special meeting after cancellation
29/08/2025 Duración: 05minAfter its latest monthly meeting was cancelled, the State Board of Education is pursuing legal action to schedule a special meeting.