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Long Story Short

Oklahoma Watch
Oklahoma
Oklahoma Watch
Ryan Walters
Oklahoma Department Of Corrections
State Farm
Evictions
Oklahoma Supreme Court
State Question 834
Governor Kevin Stitt
Minimum Wage
Oklahoma Department Of Education
Homelessness
Oklahoma Legislature
Epic Charter Schools
Cell Phone Ban In Schools
Insurance Regulations
Affordable Housing
Legislation
Oklahoma State Department Of Education
Bibles In Classrooms

Oklahoma Watch is a nonprofit news organization specializing in investigative journalism. Long Story Short, a weekly podcast, lets you hear directly from our journalists as they provide deeper insight into their recently published stories.

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Latest Episodes

Paul Monies provides an update on the millions in personal loans fueling Republican Mike Mazzei’s campaign for governor, while Brenna Witchey breaks down how expanding data centers could increase power plant pollution across Oklahoma. Plus, Andrea Eg... more

Jake Ramsey explores the fallout after Oklahoma’s voter registration portal crashed on deadline day, leaving prospective voters stranded. Brenna Witchey breaks down a landmark lawsuit filed by an Oklahoma mother over the state's abortion ban a legal ... more

Reporter Brenna Witchey breaks down the inspection process at Oklahoma marijuana processing facilities following a fatal explosion in Sand Springs, while Paul Monies provides major updates on state lawsuits over massive natural gas price spikes durin... more

Jennifer Palmer investigates a recent death inside the Oklahoma County jail, while reporter Andrea Eger examines why the multi-million-dollar embezzlement case against Epic Charter Schools’ co-founders remains unscheduled for trial after four years o... more

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Jake Ramsey
Reporter covering elections and voter access for Oklahoma Watch
Oklahoma Watch
Episode: Portal Meltdowns, Abortion Lawsuits, and State Question 847
Brenna Witchey
Reporter covering legal and policy issues for Oklahoma Watch
Oklahoma Watch
Episode: Portal Meltdowns, Abortion Lawsuits, and State Question 847
Keaton Ross
Reporter covering criminal justice and democracy for Oklahoma Watch
Oklahoma Watch
Episode: Portal Meltdowns, Abortion Lawsuits, and State Question 847
Erin Brewer
Chair of the Oklahoma Democratic Party
Oklahoma Democratic Party
Episode: Portal Meltdowns, Abortion Lawsuits, and State Question 847
Sidney Munson
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Episode: Portal Meltdowns, Abortion Lawsuits, and State Question 847
Jim Olson
Representative, Oklahoma Legislature
State Government
Episode: Portal Meltdowns, Abortion Lawsuits, and State Question 847
Megan Hoffman
Mother with a fatal fetal diagnosis and plaintiff in a related case
Episode: Portal Meltdowns, Abortion Lawsuits, and State Question 847
Paul Monies
Oklahoma Watch reporter covering lawsuits over Winter Storm Uri natural gas prices
Oklahoma Watch
Episode: Marijuana Facility Safety, Winter Storm Lawsuits and The Vesta Saga
Jennifer Palmer
Reporter for Oklahoma Watch who contributed to the jail story
Oklahoma Watch
Episode: Jail Accountability, Epic Charter Trial Delays and SQ 845

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Shaun Witt
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4.7 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
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    Great news source for Oklahoma!

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Marijuana Facility Safety, Winter Storm Lawsuits and The Vesta Saga
Q: So how could any of this legal maneuvering help Oklahoma customers?
The bond documents provide that money recovered through judgments or settlements over overpayments or ill-gotten gains would go back to ratepayers, potentially lowering future bills.
Marijuana Facility Safety, Winter Storm Lawsuits and The Vesta Saga
Q: Is there a reason why these processors choose to use hazardous chemicals? I mean, we've had marijuana for a long time. There must be some way to do this without butane and propane, right?
Butane and propane allow facilities to process larger quantities more quickly. Ice-and-water extraction is a safer alternative that avoids hazardous gases and can produce a cleaner product.
Jail Accountability, Epic Charter Trial Delays and SQ 845
Q: Why has the Epic Charter Schools case taken so long to go to trial?
Legal complexity, a decade-long conspiracy framing, thousands of documents, and multiple defendants have created a perfect storm of delays; defense strategies and appellate disputes have further extended the timeline.
Jail Accountability, Epic Charter Trial Delays and SQ 845
Q: What is the big picture takeaway from the jail reporting?
The staffing shortages are the central issue affecting safety and management in the jail, and understanding the real-world implications helps readers grasp why a single night's events can reflect broader systemic problems.
Campus Conflicts, Tax Credit Gaps and Student Loan Fallout
Q: What did the Regents approve and how significant are those changes compared to what faculty warned about?
The Regents approved all four policy changes with minimal attendance, dramatically altering the faculty handbook, calendar, and tenure policies without substantial faculty input, which aligns with faculty concerns about governance overruling academic input and accelerating financial-driven restructuring.

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Investigative reporting and in-depth policy storytelling drive this weekly Oklahoma-focused series. Episodes routinely dissect local governance, education policy, criminal justice, housing, health care, and public spending through on-the-ground reporting, data analysis, and expert perspectives. Listeners can expect thorough context on state questions, budget debates, regulatory actions, and how local impacts ripple through families and communities, with clear links to ongoing reporting and follow-up investigations. A standout trait is the consistent emphasis on accountability and practical implications for residents, businesses, and public institutions, often featuring multiple reporters and subject-matter experts to provide a well-rounded ... more

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