2-8-13

Oklahoma News Report

In this episode of the ONR, the Oklahoma legislative session kicks off with Governor Mary Fallin's State of the State address. We bring you excerpts of her speech and reactions to her agenda from the lawmakers at 23rd and Lincoln. One item on many lawmakers' minds is the crumbling capitol, but Bob Sands uncovers a swath of ignored infrastructure problems across the state. Then, the nation and the state struggle to support a growing elderly population. And for years, the ethnic makeup of Oklahoma's prison system has went unchanged, and remains skewed towards minorities. Plus, business news, art at the state capitol, and a conversation with one of Colin Powell's former aides on this ONR.

Related Topics: Community, Travel, Aging, Caregiving, Modern, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Race & Ethnicity, Social Issues, Transportation & Infrastructure, Military & Espionage

Originally broadcast on February 8, 2013

ONR 2-8-13

Seniors in Poverty

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With the elderly population steadily rising, the state finds itself ill-equipped to handle the uptick. It's a problem that's already forcing many seniors to live in poverty.

Related Topics: Community, Aging, Caregiving, Social Issues

Originally broadcast on February 8, 2013

ONR 2-8-13

Newsmaker Interview: Col. Lawrence Wilkerson

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In this Newsmaker Interview, retired Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson, former aide to Colin Powell, speaks to ONR's Dick Pryor about CIA black sites, drone strikes, and the problems they raise against democracy.

Related Topics: Community, Modern, War & Conflict, Government, Politics, National Security, Global Affairs, Social Issues, Military & Espionage

Originally broadcast on February 8, 2013

Oklahoma News Report

2-1-13

In this ONR, while smoking rates have dropped in Oklahoma, the state still ranks high nationwide in tobacco use, something advocates are hoping to change. The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs faces intense scrutiny from both legislators and the attorney general's office over cases of abuse and neglect uncovered by the ONR and the Journal Record. Thanks to military restructuring, Lawton in southwestern Oklahoma has enjoyed an economic boom, but can they keep up the momentum in the face of sequestration and cuts to military spending? Plus, awards and the people who make them, heavy-hoofed horses, and all the state emblems you've never heard of, on this ONR.

Related Topics: Film & Television, Performing Arts, Biography & Profiles, Community, Travel, Health Care & Illnesses, Caregiving, Modern, Earth, Environment, Weather & Natural Disasters, Animals, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Social Issues, Health, Energy & Environment, Military & Espionage

Originally broadcast on February 1, 2013

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Tobacco Settlement

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Cash from an 1998 settlement has helped Oklahoma to reduce it's smoking rate, but the state still rates fourth in the nation for number of people who smoke. It's a ranking that has some pushing for legislation to reduce the state's smoking rate.

Related Topics: Community, Health Care & Illnesses, Business & Economy, Government, Health

Originally broadcast on February 1, 2013

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Oklahoma Stories: State Things

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Sure, everyone knows Oklahoma has a state bird, but what about a state fruit? A state tartan? Or what about Oklahoma's official amphibian? All are explained in Oklahoma Stories: State Things.

Related Topics: Community, Modern

Originally broadcast on February 1, 2013

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Mission: Failure Update 2-1-13

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The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs is under intense scrutiny; the attorney general's office has started a criminal investigation into the department and its centers, and a series of bills have been filed by state legislators to improve oversight and management.

Related Topics: Community, Health Care & Illnesses, Caregiving, Government, Social Issues, Health

Originally broadcast on February 1, 2013

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Lawton Boom

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While many towns across the nation suffered shrinking incomes and sometimes populations, Lawton has been enjoying a boom thanks to an influx of military personnel. But can they keep the economic momentum up in the face of sequestration and cuts to the military?

Related Topics: Community, Business & Economy, Government, Military & Espionage

Originally broadcast on February 1, 2013

ONR 2-1-13

Horizon: Society Awards

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In this excerpt from Horizon, reporter Kela Kellin explores a shop that's now churning out some of the most coveted awards in the film industry.

Related Topics: Film & Television, Performing Arts, Music, Community, Business & Economy

Originally broadcast on February 1, 2013

Oklahoma News Report

1-18-13

In this ONR, an update on Oklahoma's ongoing water wars, as Oklahoma City prepares to once again draw water from a already thirsty Canton Lake. The flu epidemic has swept the state, leaving many sick, hospitalized, and in some instances, the disease has turned deadly. We plumb the depths of this disease, and the state's response to it. And Oklahoma's state government is the largest employer in the state, but is it a good boss? Plus, a talk with Oklahoma Senate leader Sen. Brian Bingman, internet accessibility, school for up-and-coming rock stars and more on this ONR.

Related Topics: Music, Fine Arts, Community, Travel, Media & Technology, Earth, Environment, Weather & Natural Disasters, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Social Issues, Education, Arts & Entertainment, Energy & Environment, Transportation & Infrastructure

Originally broadcast on January 18, 2013