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Long Story Short

Oklahoma Watch
Oklahoma
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State Question 834
Ryan Walters
St. Isidore Catholic Virtual Charter School
Minimum Wage
Oklahoma Tax Credit Program
Private School Accreditation
Oklahoma Department Of Education
Mark Mcbride
Declaration Of Independence
U.S. Constitution
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Oklahoma Supreme Court
Governor Kevin Stitt
Democracy
State Question 832
Oklahoma Western District Court
Oklahoma City Zoo
Oklahoma Department Of Corrections

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

Struggling developers face a high-stakes paradox as they fight to revive Oklahoma’s dilapidated properties. Plus, we dive into the potential fallout of the state’s Republican primary and launch a new series, Unaccountable, with a look at the unsettli... more

A sudden leadership shakeup at the state’s tech-startup agency and a new policy allowing e-cigarette sales in Oklahoma prisons. We also return to the complex world of state guardianship with three interconnected stories on the system's impact. Catch ... more

Plans unfold for the nation’s largest aluminum plant at the Port of Inola, sparking a clash between economic promises and local outcry. Plus, we examine a possible $175 million surge in federal immigration funding for Oklahoma law enforcement and AG ... more

Stephen Martin’s latest takes a look at Oklahoma's fatal police encounters, ranking third in the nation. Jake Ramsey wrote about problems that have continued to pile up at rental properties owned by Vesta Realty. Paul Monies has an update on the plan... more

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JC Hollman
Investigative reporter
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Episode: OCAST Leadership Shifts and the Guardianship System
Thomas Harrington
Young chemical engineer who researched the smelter plans
Residents of Inola area
Episode: Inola Residents Say Trump’s Industrial Push Is Coming at Their Expense
Stephen Martin
Journalist for Oklahoma Watch
Oklahoma Watch
Episode: Vesta Realty Rental Crisis
Jake Ramsey
Housing reporter for Oklahoma Watch
Oklahoma Watch
Episode: Vesta Realty Rental Crisis
Paul Monies
Reporter for Oklahoma Watch
Oklahoma Watch
Episode: Vesta Realty Rental Crisis
JC Hallman
Reporter covering State Farm wind and hail claims in Oklahoma
Oklahoma Watch
Episode: Twin Chickasha Hearings Reveal Agents Knew of Hail Claim Practice
Keaton Ross
Covers criminal justice and democracy for Oklahoma Watch
Oklahoma Watch
Episode: Bill to Boost Rural Mental Health and Diversion Programs Advances
Heather Warlick
Covers housing, homelessness and evictions
Oklahoma Watch
Episode: Board of Education Approves Controversial Social Studies Standards
Jennifer Palmer
Education reporter for Oklahoma Watch
Oklahoma Watch
Episode: Content in Walters' Revised Social Studies Standards

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Ted Streuli
Executive Director at Oklahoma Watch
Shaun Witt
Audience Development Director at Oklahoma Watch

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
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    Great news source for Oklahoma!

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Vesta Realty Rental Crisis
Q: Why did you rely on Mapping Police Violence instead of the federal database?
Mappings Police Violence aggregates multiple sources beyond federal reporting and includes news coverage and public records, aiming to provide a more complete picture because federal datasets rely on voluntary reporting by police departments.
Vesta Realty Rental Crisis
Q: So is this like a recent spike or is this a long term trend?
The data suggests it's not just a one-year spike; over the past decade Oklahoma has seen a fairly steady range of 20 to 38 fatal encounters per year, indicating a persistent pattern.
Vesta Realty Rental Crisis
Q: So, okay, we were bronze. Who took the silver and the gold in these rankings?
Stephen explains that New Mexico had the highest per-capita rate (gold) and Alaska was next, with Oklahoma ranking third; the metrics are per-million residents and involve 2025 data.
Twin Chickasha Hearings Reveal Agents Knew of Hail Claim Practice
Q: What does Senate Bill 1618 aim to do, and how is it different from 1381?
SB 1618 would require pretrial risk assessments to gauge reappearance likelihood and public safety risk, but it is less comprehensive than 1381 and its title has been stricken, leaving room for change as a work in progress.
Twin Chickasha Hearings Reveal Agents Knew of Hail Claim Practice
Q: What changes does Senate Bill 1381 propose, and why are they significant?
SB 1381 would pilot faster bond hearings, require counsel, implement reminders, and explore options to streamline the process to reduce jail populations, with a focus on cost considerations and the practicalities of statewide rollout.

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This podcast offers an engaging glimpse into the intricacies of investigative journalism, providing detailed insights into pressing topics that affect the community. It is known for addressing a variety of important issues including housing, insurance, health care, and education, often featuring personal stories and expert analyses from journalists. With the focus on Oklahoma-specific topics, the discussions are rich with local context and detail, making them particularly relevant for residents and those interested in regional journalism.

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1. StateImpact Oklahoma
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4. The KOSU Daily
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2. Thomas Harrington
3. Stephen Martin
4. Jake Ramsey
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7. Keaton Ross
8. Heather Warlick

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