ONR 4-12-13

The Effects of Child Abuse

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Numbers show child abuse is rising in Oklahoma. It's an issue that was at the forefront for many abuse prevention experts when they recently met as part of Child Abuse Awareness Month. Their goal: find ways to reduce child abuse, and learn more about the lingering effects abuse has on it's victims.

Related Topics: Child Development, Issues & Advice, Social Issues, Health

Originally broadcast on April 12, 2013

Oklahoma Forum

School Safety Commission

Less than a week after the deadly shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, legislative leaders formed the non-partisan Oklahoma Commission on School Security. The commission moved quickly to develop findings and recommendations for Oklahoma schools. 22 people served on that commission and three of them join us: Eleanor Goetzinger, Behavior Specialist for Oklahoma City Public Schools; Roger Webb, Headmaster of Oklahoma Christian School and former President of the University of Central Oklahoma; and, Kim Carter, director of the Oklahoma Office of Homeland Security.

Related Topics: Child Development, Government, Politics, Social Issues, Education

Originally broadcast on March 31, 2013

ONR 3-29-13

Miserable States Index

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While the state itself is enjoying low unemployment and a strong economy, a new poll shows that Oklahomans are not faring as well as their state. The culprit? Poverty.

Related Topics: Community, Health Care & Illnesses, Fitness & Nutrition, Lifestyle, Child Development, United States, Business & Economy, Social Issues

Originally broadcast on March 29, 2013

Oklahoma News Report

3-22-13

On this episode of the ONR, we look at the sequester, and it's potential impact on Oklahoma's military bases and personnel. For military veterans returning home with head injuries, cures have remained elusive. But advances in medical technology are giving veterans a chance to move forward with their lives. Last year, lawmakers worked to pass 'smart on crime' initiatives, but a year later finds those initiatives unfounded and and its future uncertain. Plus, screenings for infants, colon health, and Okie astronauts on this ONR.

Related Topics: Biography & Profiles, Community, Health Care & Illnesses, Child Development, United States, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Science & Technology, Social Issues, Health, Education, Military & Espionage

Originally broadcast on March 22, 2013

ONR 3-15-13

STEM Education

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Employers looking for qualified workers in the coming years may not be looking in Oklahoma. Low math and science scores don't bode well for the Sooner state's employment prospects as more jobs shift to fields requiring strong backgrounds in those topics. Work is being done to increase math and science learning, but there's more to be done.

Related Topics: Child Development, Education, Education

Originally broadcast on March 15, 2013

Oklahoma News Report

2-15-13

On this ONR, worker's comp reform has become a key part of republican lawmaker's agenda this session, which could lead to major changes for Oklahoma workers. Also on legislators' agenda: curbing the high number of Oklahomans driving without insurance. Good childcare is a conundrum for families across the state, but some parents find themselves in a gap--earning too much to receive assistance, and too little to afford childcare on their own. It's a problem hitting not just families, but childcare centers as well. And an agency out to clean up the state's defunct drilling sites. Plus, towns get 'Entrepreneur Ready,' stitching together love for veterans, and local poets break down the spirit behind the pen--or, the laptop, on this ONR.

Related Topics: Literature & Writing, Folk Art & Crafts, Community, Health Care & Illnesses, Child Development, Earth, Environment, Weather & Natural Disasters, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Social Issues, Health, Energy & Environment, Military & Espionage

Originally broadcast on February 15, 2013

ONR 2-15-13

Child Care Crisis

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Parents walk a financial tightrope when it comes to child care--either due to earning too little, or, in some cases, too much. It's a vice that's caught many Oklahoma families trying to make ends meet.

Related Topics: Community, Child Development, Social Issues

Originally broadcast on February 15, 2013

ONR 1-11-13

DHS Restructuring

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Work has begun to implement the Pinnacle Plan, a set of reforms meant to restructure Oklahoma's child welfare system. But while the new system has been in place since last summer, it still has a ways to go.

Related Topics: Child Development, Government, Social Issues, Health, Education

Originally broadcast on January 11, 2013

Oklahoma News Report

2012 Year in Review

In our Year in Review show, we revisit some of our top stories of the year, from investigative reports to in-depth business news and the fun-loving features. We'll revisit the Mission: Failure investigation, digging into allegations of abuse and neglect in the state's veterans centers. Cathy Tatom takes us to the controversial XL Pipeline, and Lis Exon shows us a flagship program in Tulsa that's giving at-risk children a head start in life. And Steve Bennett checks out the state's basketball fever.

Related Topics: Performing Arts, Fine Arts, Sports & Recreation, Health Care & Illnesses, Child Development, Education, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Social Issues, Health, Energy & Environment

Originally broadcast on December 28, 2012

ONR 12-21-12

Sunup: Horse Therapy

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This program is bringing together volunteers, those with special needs, and horses with the hope of achieving goals, bit by bit.

Related Topics: Health Care & Illnesses, Child Development, Animals, Health

Originally broadcast on December 21, 2012