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Committee questions mental health chief about $43M gap

Oklahoma lawmakers questioned Mental Health Commissioner Allie Friesen about a $43M shortfall and contract issues amid ongoing investigations.

Dr. Camisa Stewart is interviewed by Wolf Blitzer with CNN at the time of the bombing. (Photo/Camisa Stewart)

Doctor reflects on rescue 30 years after 1995 bombing

Oklahoma City will reflect Saturday on 30 years after a truck bomb killed 168 people. (AP Photo/Nick Oxford)

Former Oklahoma governor recalls community strength in wake of 1995 bombing

Energy

Well Done Foundation Founder Curtis Shuck returns to an orphan well in northern Montana that inspired his crusade to heal the environment “one well at a time.” (Photo provided by the Well Done Foundation)

Career oilman takes on industry’s orphan wells

A Montana man’s discovery sparked a nonprofit’s mission to plug orphan wells, now tackling 100+ in Oklahoma with federal aid.

Tribal

The Pakanli – To Bloom exhibit at Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant’s Sky Tower art gallery showcases work by four Choctaw women artists, exploring the connection between women and nature through traditional stories and cultural expression. (Photo/Choctaw Nation)

Choctaw women honored in new Sky Tower exhibit

New Choctaw Casino exhibit honors Choctaw women artists and traditions, highlighting nature, culture and stories through diverse art forms.

Capitol

Committee questions mental health chief about $43M gap

Oklahoma lawmakers questioned Mental Health Commissioner Allie Friesen about a $43M shortfall and contract issues amid ongoing investigations.

Banking/Finance

U.S. Sen. James Lankford, R-OK, makes a point during a U.S. Global Leadership Coalition program Wednesday in Oklahoma City. (Staff Photo by Kathryn McNutt)

Lankford: Oklahoma needs global markets to stay strong

Sen. Lankford says new trade deals are urgently needed to end uncertainty, support Oklahoma businesses and prevent a future supply chain crisis.

Law

Teenager charged in Oklahoma plot for Election Day attack pleads guilty

An Afghan teenager accused of taking part in an Oklahoma plot to carry out an Election Day attack has pleaded guilty, federal prosecutors said.

Special Publications

Health Care Heroes – 2025

The Journal Record’s 6th annual Health Care Heroes awards recognize individuals who have gone above and beyond to help make Oklahoma a healthier, safer and happier place to live and work.

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2025 Oklahoma’s Most Admired CEOs

April 28th, 2025 | 6:00 PM

Celebrating the Most Admired CEOs and exceptional individuals in financial stewardship.

2025 Achievers Under 40

May 15th, 2025 | 5:00 PM

Honoring individuals under 40 across all industries who are making a difference in their professions and the community.

Empowering Women

August 21st, 2025 | 5:00 PM

The Empowering Women awards shine a light on companies and organizations that have demonstrated tangible efforts to supporting and elevating[...]

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Real Estate

Homeless youth shelter expansion back on OKC Council agenda

Boomers outpace millennials in home purchases

Tulsa Zoo breaks ground on giant anteater habitat

Repeated evictions keep Oklahoma renters stuck

Contractor selected to demolish former convention center

OKC nature preserve plan sparks trail concerns

D1 Training to open first Oklahoma location in Edmond

What to expect in OKC real-estate market

A rendering shows the south elevation of Casady School’s future Sias Family Center for Performing Arts illuminated at night. The $9.5 million project includes renovated performance spaces, expanded practice rooms, and upgraded technology. (Rendering provided by Casady School)

Casady School announces $9.5M performing arts expansion

Casady School plans $9.5M renovation to expand and upgrade its performing arts center with new tech, rehearsal space and student-focused features.

This photo shows the property at 916 Elmwood Drive on March 24. The property was declared a public nuisance for a second time in three years in November. The Edmond City Council voted Monday to sue the owners in district court in an effort to resolve the issue. (Photo/City of Edmond)

Edmond to sue owner of nuisance home

Edmond City Council OKs legal action over years of code violations at Elmwood Drive home and Ayers Street apartment complex.

How to get over ‘house shame’ and invite people in

House shame is rising as social media fuels home envy. Experts say perfection isn’t the goal—comfort, care and connection matter more.

Volunteers from Malarkey Roofing Products, such as those pictured above during a 2023 Habitat build using a cleared Malarkey warehouse, continue to enthusiastically support Central Oklahoma Habitat for Humanity’s mission of building homes, community and hope. Since 2012, Malarkey’s hail-resistant, high-quality shingles have been a staple for Habitat. (Photo/COHFH)

Habitat for Humanity celebrates 500th roof donated by Malarkey Roofing Products

Central Oklahoma Habitat and Malarkey Roofing celebrate 500 donated roofs for affordable homes with volunteers in northwest Oklahoma City.

An ordinance allowing the development of accessory dwellings units in the city's urban core was introduced Tuesday and set for a public hearing and vote May 6. (Photo/City of Oklahoma City)

OKC introduces ordinance for accessory dwellings in urban core

The Oklahoma City Council introduced an ordinance to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) by right in the urban core to increase affordable housing options.