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Seven years after voters approved a greater investment in mental health and substance abuse services for Oklahoma counties, the money finally is on the way.

State jail inspectors found hundreds of violations in 2022, ranging from faulty smoke detection systems to raw sewage leaks.

A state health department inspector found a man lying in soiled clothing during an unannounced examination of the Kiowa County Jail in early September.

State jail inspectors found hundreds of violations in 2022, ranging from faulty smoke detection systems to raw sewage leaks.

A state health department inspector found a man lying in soiled clothing during an unannounced examination of the Kiowa County Jail in early September.

A state health department inspector found a man lying in soiled clothing during an unannounced examination of the Kiowa County Jail in early September. Months earlier, in February 2022, an inspector cited the Bryan County Detention Center for failing to have working intercoms in every cell, raising the odds that detainees in distress would not be able to reach staff.

By Keaton Ross and Ainsley Martinez

Oklahoma launched its long-awaited online voter registration system Tuesday, giving prospective voters ample time to submit a fully digital application ahead of the 2024 presidential election cycle.

The 11-member MODERN Justice Task Force will make recommendations to the Legislature before the 2024 legislative session begins in February.

The mercury had hit 100 degrees or more for 15 days running, but thirsty Tulsans needed no excuse to stampede drugstores and restaurants in July 1933.