(AP) — Oklahoma’s new public schools superintendent announced he is rescinding a mandate from his predecessor that forced schools to place Bibles in classrooms and incorporate the book into lesson plans for students.

(AP) – Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Wednesday he will withhold $40 million from California because it is the only state that is failing to enforce English language requirements for truckers.

A warrant is out for the arrest of Michael Glen Epperly, 44, of Clinton, after an alleged dispute with his girlfriend escalated to police involvement.

Accuracy is key

Heraldo Lopez, left, and Adrian Morales make measurements Thursday at the new Oklahoma Highway Patrol Troop H Headquarters construction site.

Sunny day fun

Malachi Keys climbs on the jungle gym Wednesday at Southwest Elementary. In the background is Kiya Lime, as they enjoy moderate temperatures for mid-October during fall break.

As of press time, the hospital is waiting on hearing back from the State in determining whether Clinton Regional will qualify for status as a Rural Emergency Hospital. Wednesday marked 10 working days from the state’s evaluation, the length of time the state provides as to when status will be determined.

Less than three weeks after being added to Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s 10 Most Wanted list, Justice Jauquin Jones is in police custody. The 20-year-old, wanted for charges including rape, domestic assault and battery by strangulation, and robbery, turned himself in to authorities in Oregon on Oct. 4.

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