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2 companies in a city within Cleveland County received two inspections in Q3

By OKC Standard | Oct 22, 2024

There were two companies in a city associated with Cleveland County that received two FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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How many companies in cities in Canadian County received FDA inspections in Q3?

By OKC Standard | Oct 21, 2024

There were two companies in a city associated with Canadian County that received two FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Which former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21?

By OKC Standard | Oct 20, 2024

These former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21.

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OKC Standard area weekly mass times

By OKC Standard | Oct 19, 2024

The following parishes in the OKC Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Senators demand DOJ action on non-citizen voter registration issues

By OKC Standard | Oct 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin, along with Senators Ted Cruz and Bill Hagerty, Representative Andy Biggs, and other Republican colleagues, has raised concerns over the Department of Justice's handling of non-citizens registered to vote in U.S. elections. They sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland highlighting their dissatisfaction with the DOJ's lack of response to previous inquiries.

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Which former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14?

By OKC Standard | Oct 13, 2024

These former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14.

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OKC Standard area weekly mass times

By OKC Standard | Oct 12, 2024

The following parishes in the OKC Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Lawmakers challenge FHWA's greenhouse gas emissions rule in court

By OKC Standard | Oct 9, 2024

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin, alongside 30 other lawmakers, has submitted a bicameral amicus brief to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. The brief challenges a rule from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) that mandates state transportation departments and metropolitan planning organizations to measure greenhouse gas emissions on highways and set decreasing targets for these emissions.

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Congressman Brecheen marks anniversary of October 7th terrorist attack on Israel

By OKC Standard | Oct 7, 2024

Congressman Josh Brecheen has issued a statement on the first anniversary of the October 7th terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas. In his remarks, he reflected on the loss of 1,200 lives during the attack, highlighting that many victims were women, children, and elderly individuals.

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Which former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7?

By OKC Standard | Oct 6, 2024

These former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7.

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OKC Standard area weekly mass times

By OKC Standard | Oct 5, 2024

The following parishes in the OKC Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Which former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 30?

By OKC Standard | Sep 29, 2024

These former OKC Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 30.

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OKC Standard area weekly mass times

By OKC Standard | Sep 28, 2024

The following parishes in the OKC Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Average cost of college went up for students in Oklahoma County in 2022-23 school year

By OKC Standard | Sep 27, 2024

College tuition fees rose 1.8% in Oklahoma County in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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Mullin and Lankford urge EPA to reconsider proposed WTE facility regulations

By OKC Standard | Sep 26, 2024

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), Ranking Member of the Environment and Public Works’ Chemical Safety, Waste Management, Environmental Justice, and Regulatory Oversight Subcommittee, along with Sen. James Lankford (R-OK), has sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan. The letter expresses concern over a proposed rule concerning waste-to-energy (WTE) facilities.

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Mullin votes against continuing resolution due to lack of appropriations bills

By OKC Standard | Sep 25, 2024

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) voted against a Continuing Resolution (CR) intended to extend the government funding deadline to December 20, 2024. This decision came after Senate Democrats, led by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), did not bring any appropriations bills to the Senate floor on time.

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House passes continuing resolution to prevent government shutdown

By OKC Standard | Sep 25, 2024

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the government through December 20th, avoiding an imminent shutdown.

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Senators urge reversal of new rule prioritizing senior services based on gender identity

By OKC Standard | Sep 25, 2024

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), a member of the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has led his colleagues in expressing concerns over a recent regulation by the Administration for Community Living (ACL). The new rule requires states to prioritize delivering Older Americans Act meal and support services based on individuals' sexual orientation and gender identity.

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Congressman Brecheen votes against continuing resolution citing high spending

By OKC Standard | Sep 25, 2024

Today, Congressman Josh Brecheen voted against H.R. 9747, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025.

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Senator Mullin questions Senate Democrats' stance on fracking

By OKC Standard | Sep 24, 2024

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) has responded to a recent op-ed in the Wall Street Journal with a letter to the editor, emphasizing the significance of hydraulic fracturing (fracking) for supporting allies and maintaining low energy costs.