Elections

Mar. 6, 2026

Trump Taps Oklahoma Senator for DHS, Triggering Special Election

Governor to appoint interim senator as GOP scrambles to retain deep-red seat

Mar. 6, 2026

State Question 836 Falls Short of Signature Threshold

Oklahoma Secretary of State announces petition drive fails to qualify measure for ballot

Mar. 5, 2026

Oklahoma Rep. Scott Fetgatter won't seek reelection

The Republican representative from Okmulgee announced he will not run again after serving in the state House of Representatives.

Mar. 4, 2026

Suspect Arrested Outside Paxton Campaign HQ with Ammo in Car

Incident occurred on first major primary night of 2026 midterms in Texas

Mar. 4, 2026

Deadline to Change Party Affiliation Approaches in Oklahoma

Voters must submit changes by March 31 before primary elections

Mar. 3, 2026

Tulsa County Election Board moves to new headquarters

New facility provides more space for early voting operations

Mar. 2, 2026

Texas Senate Candidates Make Final Push Before Primary

Republicans fight to avoid upset, Democrats see opportunity in high-stakes race

Mar. 2, 2026

Texas Senate Candidates Make Final Pitches Before Primary

Republican incumbent John Cornyn faces challenges from Ken Paxton and Wesley Hunt, while Democrats vie for a rare Texas Senate win.

Mar. 2, 2026

Absentee Ballot Deadline Approaching for April 7 Election

Creek County voters must apply by March 23 to receive mail-in ballots.

Mar. 2, 2026

Nowata Election Board Audits South Coffeyville School Board Election

Audit required after Michael E. Finney elected to South Coffeyville Board of Education

Feb. 28, 2026

RFK Jr. Criticizes Trump's Herbicide Order on Rogan Podcast

Environmental activist says he was unhappy with former president's policy decision.

Feb. 27, 2026

Oklahoma Sued by DOJ Over Voter Registration Data

State law prevents disclosure of driver's license and Social Security numbers, officials say.

Feb. 27, 2026

DOJ Sues Oklahoma and Four Other States Over Voter Lists

Federal lawsuit alleges states failed to produce full voter registration data.

Feb. 27, 2026

Okmulgee County to Conduct Post-Election Audit

State Election Board authorizes review of February municipal primary results

Feb. 27, 2026

Lt. Gov. Candidate T.W. Shannon Meets with Community Leaders

Shannon highlights infrastructure, economic development and state-tribal partnerships in informal gathering.

Feb. 27, 2026

Lt. Gov. Candidate T.W. Shannon Meets with Community Leaders

Shannon discusses infrastructure, education, and economic priorities in informal gathering.

Feb. 27, 2026

New Oklahoma law reshapes Tulsa County DA race

Incumbent and challenger clash over handling of abuse survivor cases under new state statute

Feb. 27, 2026

DOJ Sues 5 More States for Voter Registration Lists

The Trump administration has now sued 29 states and D.C. for voter information, raising concerns about election interference.

Feb. 26, 2026

Former Bixby Superintendent Ends State Campaign

Rob Miller cites wife's recent death as reason for withdrawing from superintendent race.

Feb. 26, 2026

Bixby Superintendent Ends Bid for Oklahoma State Superintendent

Rob Miller withdraws from race for top education role in the state