Oklahoma Supreme Court News Monitoring

Oklahoma Supreme Court Strikes Down Tulsa–Muscogee Nation Jurisdiction Agreement

TULSA - A landmark agreement between the City of Tulsa and the Muscogee Nation aimed at resolving questions of criminal jurisdiction within reservation boundaries has been invalidated by the Oklahoma Supreme Court, marking a significant development in the …

Second objection filed to rejection of state question for open primaries in Oklahoma

OKLAHOMA CITY — A second objection has been filed with the Oklahoma Supreme Court challenging the rejection of thousands of signatures collected for a state question for open primaries.  Filed Wednesday by attorney Mark D.G. Sanders, the objection argues …

Sovereignty Symposium examines tribal sovereignty after McGirt

Though tribal sovereignty continues to be attacked in state and federal courts, panelists at the Sovereignty Symposium said Monday and Tuesday that tribal self-governance remains strong, even as it evolves, just weeks ahead of the United States’ 250th …

Oklahoma Supreme Court strikes down Tulsa-Muscogee Nation jurisdiction agreement

TULSA - A landmark agreement between the City of Tulsa and the Muscogee Nation aimed at resolving questions of criminal jurisdiction within reservation boundaries has been invalidated by the Oklahoma Supreme Court, marking a significant development in the …

City responds to homeless shelter Oklahoma Supreme Court appeal

Attorneys for the city of Norman filed a response to an appeal of the bond authorization for a city-owned, permanent homeless shelter at the Oklahoma Supreme Court. The response asked the court to place the matter on the fast track docket. × Javascript is …

Oklahoma Supreme Court weighs state question to phase out property taxes for homeowners

The Oklahoma Supreme Court took up State Question 843 on Tuesday, which would determine if homeowners in the state could eventually stop paying property taxes. The initiative petition would create a state question that would phase out property taxes on any …

Minimum Wage Debate Exposes Oklahoma's Divide Between Workers And Business

Oklahoma voters are making a decision today that transcends economics—it represents a fundamental question about human rights and the dignity of work. State Question 832 asks whether to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 per hour by 2029, addressing …

Oklahoma Supreme Court to hear challenge over plan to end property taxes

OKLAHOMA CITY -The Oklahoma Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on Tuesday over a proposed state question that would phase out homeowner property taxes. State Question 843, if approved by voters, would gradually increase homestead exemptions until they …

Oklahoma Supreme Court hears oral arguments on property tax SQ 843

Summary: – Justices heard arguments over State Question 843. – Opponents warn of a $1.5 billion impact on public services. – Supporters say blocking the measure could weaken initiative petitions. The question of whether canvassers will be allowed to begin …

Oklahoma Supreme Court hears oral arguments over proposed property tax state question

OKLAHOMA CITY -Oklahoma’s Supreme Court heard oral arguments on Tuesday about a challenge to a proposed state question, which would ask voters to approve eliminating property taxes for people living in homes they own. Supporters of SQ 843 filed their …

Oklahoma Supreme Court nullifies Tulsa, Muscogee Nation settlement agreement

The Oklahoma Supreme Court rejected a settlement agreement between the City of Tulsa and Muscogee Nation on Wednesday that would have deferred some criminal prosecution of Native Americans to the tribe. Muscogee Nation and the City of Tulsa entered into …

Oklahoma Supreme Court invalidates Tulsa-Muscogee Nation jurisdiction agreement

Summary: – Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled Tulsa’s agreement with the Muscogee Nation lacked required state approval. – Decision leaves uncertainty over criminal jurisdiction involving Native Americans in Tulsa. – Gov. Kevin Stitt argued the agreement …

Oklahoma Supreme Court case affirms need to follow legal procedures

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Oklahoma Supreme Court to hear arguments on property tax SQ 843

Summary: – The Oklahoma Supreme Court scheduled oral arguments on SQ 843. – Opponents warned the measure could cut $1.52 billion in revenue. – Supporters argued Oklahoma already allows homestead exemptions. Oklahoma Supreme Court justices are set to hear …

Norman residents appeal homeless shelter bond election to state Supreme Court

Three Norman residents are continuing their legal fight against the city of Norman’s permanent homeless shelter bond election, filing an appeal with the Oklahoma Supreme Court. The residents are asking the court to determine whether the general obligation …

Appeal filed with state supreme court challenging legality of homeless shelter bond vote

An appeal challenging Norman voters' approval of a homeless shelter bond has been filed with the Oklahoma Supreme Court following dismissal in Cleveland County District Court. According to the Oklahoma State Courts Network, the lawsuit seeks legal …

Oklahoma Supreme Court receives homeless shelter bond appeal

Native American Sovereignty Symposium begins in OKC’s OKANA Resort

OKLAHOMA CITY -The 38th annual Native American Sovereignty Symposium begins on Monday at Oklahoma City’s OKANA Resort, bringing more than 800 attendees together for two days of discussions on tribal law, sovereignty and federal legal issues. Founded in …

WV voters support keeping school vaccine mandates, poll finds

Most voters in West Virginia support keeping school vaccination requirements, according to a poll released last week.  The poll found that 69% of the state’s electorate and 57% of the state’s likely Republican primary voters are opposed to eliminating …

Juan Pablo Castañeda, Estratega Político, Expande su Práctica Aplicando Metodología de Campaña Estadounidense a LATAM

Dos décadas de experiencia asesorando gobiernos, multinacionales y campañas en América Latina, Castañeda diseña una estrategia política basada en datos y visión HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Juan Pablo …

Juan Pablo Castañeda, Political Strategist, Expands Advisory Practice Applying U.S. Campaign Methodology to LATAM

With two decades advising governments, multinationals, and campaigns across Latin America, Castañeda advocates for data-driven, long-term political strategy. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Juan Pablo Castañeda …

Schnelle Tonge Committee of Responsible Persons Raises Over $40,000 for Judicial Race

Total raised for Tonge Campaign eclipses $60,000 in first fundraising report PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On June 10, 2026, the Tonge Campaign for Judge reported over $60,000 raised for the judicial …

Celebrity Jet Charter Expands Empty-Leg Availability on Four Florida Routes

Celebrity Jet Charter has extended empty-leg flight availability on four corridors linking the Northeast and Midwest to Florida, including Chicago to Fort Myers FORT MYERS, FL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Celebrity Jet …

New Poll: Majority of NYC Democrats Favor Open Primaries; 40% of Democrats are Actually Independents

Open Primaries will enter poll into public record before NYC Charter Revision Commission showing a large share of registered Democrats are actually independents NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In new polling …

CBDC Empire: How China, BRICS, and Central Banks Are Building a New Financial World Order

On the Record with Christian Briggs Analyzes the Global Shift Toward Decentralized Infrastructure and Optionality SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Originally published as part of an ongoing geopolitical review, a new …

Powering America Podcast: Taxpayers Protection Alliance’s Ross Marchand discusses the Recycled Materials Attribution Act

Marchand discusses advanced recycling innovation, economic opportunity and federal policy proposals affecting the recycling industry WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ross Marchand, executive director of the …

National Parents Organization Applauds Louisiana’s Adoption of Shared Parenting Reform Through House Bill 1239

National Parents Organization (NPO) welcomes the enactment of Louisiana House Bill 1239. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National Parents Organization (NPO) welcomes the enactment of Louisiana House Bill 1239, a …

Aviation Innovation Coalition Welcomes NATCA as Member and Assigns Board Liaison Seat

NATCA’s frontline expertise will strengthen AIC’s work to advance practical, workforce-informed modernization of the National Airspace System WASHINGTON DC, VA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Aviation Innovation Coalition …

Northshore Business Council Supports Renewal of Dedicated Law Enforcement Millage on June 27 Ballot

Organization cites public safety, workforce attraction, and quality of life as key community priorities. COVINGTON, LA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Northshore Business Council (NBC) announced its support for the …

US Whisky Drinkers Skeptical of Post-Tariff Price Drops, Survey Finds

Survey of more than 1,000 American readers of The Whiskey Wash finds widespread scepticism that tariff savings will reach consumers. MANCHESTER, CHESHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A majority of US whisky drinkers …

South Coast Chorale Closes 35th Season with 'Love, Poetry' on June 20

A Pride-month evening of song celebrating queer love, chosen family, and the full spectrum of human connection LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The South Coast Chorale (SCC), Long Beach’s LGBTQ+ community vocal …

Judeo Christian Republican Club of Southeast Florida Announces its Launch Ahead of Midterm Elections

Republican Party of Florida charters club bringing unity among Jewish and Christian voters DELRAY BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 17, 2026 CONTACT: Angela Cooperman Judeo Christian …

Sitestream Continues National Growth with First Automated Traffic Safety Program in Georgia

Expansion into the Peach State marks Sitestream’s first automated red-light intersection SaaS program in Georgia BEVERLY, MA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sitestream, a leading provider of automated traffic safety solutions …

New IFS Report: The Vanishing American Father

Dads are more engaged in their kids’ lives than ever. But fewer and fewer young men are becoming fathers at all. CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New research from Dr. Brad Wilcox and Grant Bailey at the …

1 in 5 Depressed Americans Are Self-Medicating With Screens, Cannabis, Weight-Loss Drugs & More, New Report Finds

NeuroKaire's 'Self-Medication Generation' Report (18,000+ responses) Finds Americans Are Doing More to Treat Themselves Than The System Is Doing to Treat Them KEARNY, NJ, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One in five …

BCYF Clougherty Outdoor Pool to Open For the Summer

The BCYF Clougherty Pool in Charlestown will open this Saturday, June 20 for the summer season. The BCYF Clougherty Pool in Charlestown will open this Saturday, June 20 for the summer season. This outdoor pool, as well as several indoor pools across the …

Applications for the Boston Farmers Market Coupon Program Open

Selected recipients will receive $100 in coupons to spend at participating Boston farmers markets from July through October.  The City of Boston has opened applications for the Boston Farmers Market Coupon Program, providing residents $25 per month for …

LEAD Against Trafficking Launches Advocacy Campaign To Advance Anti-Trafficking Legislation

New civic engagement platform automates the call-your-legislator call-to-action (CTA) with peer-to-peer sharing for grassroots multiplication CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LEAD Against Trafficking today …

COnovate Appoints Craig Rigby as Chief Executive Officer

Leadership Changes Announced to Accelerate Commercialization and U.S.-based Production of eCOphite™ Advanced Anode Material for Lithium-ion Batteries MILWAUKEE, WI, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- COnovate today announces the …