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The Oklahoma Supreme Court is currently evaluating a high-profile legal case that centers on whether state officials, such as cabinet secretaries, are permitted to hold multiple public offices at once. This case has sparked a significant legal and political conflict between Governor Kevin Stitt and Attorney General Gentner Drummond. Origin of the Dispute The lawsuit … Read more
The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is warning the public about a statewide text message scam in which fraudulent messages falsely claim to be from the agency. These deceptive texts allege that recipients owe money for outstanding traffic tickets or toll fees, threatening severe penalties if payment is not made. Scammers Imitating MoDOT to Spread … Read more
The Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) has announced the expansion of its OKReady program, an initiative under the broader Strengthen Oklahoma Homes (SOH) project. The expansion now includes eight new zip codes in the Tulsa metro area, increasing the total to 17 zip codes participating in the program’s second pilot phase. The program offers up to … Read more
As the University of Kansas (KU) wraps up its 2025 fiscal year, it will have nearly resolved a long-standing $50 million operating deficit. However, the celebration is short-lived as university officials brace for a projected $22.3 million shortfall in the upcoming fiscal year starting July 1, 2025. Chancellor Douglas Girod noted that while the university’s … Read more
On June 16, 2025, Topeka residents gathered at the Washburn Institute of Technology to participate in a public hearing organized by the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC). The focus of the event was Evergy’s proposal for a $196.4 million rate increase, a move that has sparked debate among customers. Details of the Rate Hike Proposal The … Read more
During the 2025 Oklahoma legislative session, lawmakers concentrated on increasing in-person instruction for students by limiting virtual school days and adding classroom time to the academic calendar. While initial legislation faced setbacks, the core idea was ultimately included in the state budget, ensuring one additional day of instruction in the 2025-26 school year. Senate Bill … Read more
The Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) has successfully recovered $11 million in fraudulent unemployment claims that occurred during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to agency officials. While this accounts for only 2.4% of the estimated losses, efforts continue as the window for prosecution begins to close. Massive Scale of Pandemic-Era Fraud During the … Read more
A new bill passed by the Missouri Legislature could soon allow high school graduates to attend career and technical education (CTE) programs tuition-free. The measure establishes a reimbursement system that mirrors the existing A+ Program, but specifically supports students pursuing career certificates instead of traditional two- or four-year degrees. The legislation now heads to Governor … Read more
KANSASWORKS is gearing up to host its June Virtual Statewide Job Fair on Wednesday, June 25, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., offering jobseekers across Kansas a chance to explore employment opportunities from the convenience of their own digital devices. Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland is urging both jobseekers and employers to … Read more
Governor Mike Kehoe has officially signed into law a set of three bills passed during the recent Special Legislative Session, addressing urgent needs related to disaster relief, economic development, property tax reform, and statewide investment initiatives. The governor praised the Missouri General Assembly for their swift and unified action, stating that the special session was … Read more