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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 during the 2021 winter storm. Plus, Oklahoma Watch reporter Jake Ramsey brings us the latest developments in the ongoing Vesta Realty saga. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt

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 of procedural delays. Plus, Keaton Ross breaks down State Question 845 and its proposed changes to Oklahoma's Judicial Nominating Commission. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.

Brenna Witchey breaks down findings from county audits revealing how rural sheriffs lost track of guns, cars, and even a meat slicer with millions in property marked missing. Plus, Jake Ramsey examines how a sweeping federal housing bill will impact Oklahoma’s affordable housing deficit and tenant protections, while Paul Monies explores the next phase of a contentious regulatory water battle at Cedar Lake. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.

Andrea Eger examines an unusually public battle brewing between faculty and administration at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, while reporter Jennifer Palmer reveals significant oversight gaps in a state tax credit program that is now serving as a federal model. Plus, Raynee Howell looks into how sweeping changes to the Department of Education's loan repayment system are hitting home for Oklahomans. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.

Reporter Andrea Eger investigates whether a new decree from Gov. Kevin Stitt is chilling faculty recruitment at Oklahoma's regional universities, while Elizabeth Caldwell examines the severe housing barriers facing a woman released after three decades in prison. Plus, Brenna Witchey breaks down troubling state test results for educator preparation programs that raise sharp questions about their overall efficiency. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Ted Streuli.

Keaton Ross details how Oklahoma state prison inmates were put to work making political phone calls for out-of-state campaigns, while reporter Jake Ramsey examines the shutdown of Norman’s A Better Way program for individuals experiencing homelessness. Plus, Brenna Witchey breaks down a massive statewide audit that flagged $25 million in questionable federal spending across state agencies. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.

Brenna Witchey breaks down a new state initiative aimed at curbing childhood substance abuse, while reporter Andrea Eger details key takeaways from a fact-check of the final GOP state superintendent runoff debate. Plus, Keaton Ross examines recent political ad campaigns circulating in the race for governor. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.

Andrea Eger breaks down what is driving the massive spike in Oklahomans’ electricity bills, while Jake Ramsey examines the lack of legal recourse for tenants dealing with negligent landlords failing to provide essential services. Plus, Brenna Witchey details Oklahoma’s controversial felony murder doctrine, which allows minors to be sentenced to prison for homicides they didn’t directly commit. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.

Keaton Ross discusses Oklahoma Watch’s fact-check of the August 3 debate between Republican gubernatorial candidates Mike Mazzei and Gentner Drummond, while Jennifer Palmer looks into an Oklahoma high school’s resistance to following federal laws such as Title IX. Jake Ramsey details the fallout from Vesta Realty’s collapse and how it has affected tenants. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.

Paul Monies shares how Cedar Lake residents are pointing blame at a wealthy, politically connected neighbor over severe local water problems, while Maya Henry examines the stark differences in bail schedules across 25 Oklahoma counties. Plus, Brenna Witchey breaks down new coverage on Native American student success and the federal funding deficit that threatens future progress. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.

Maya Henry dives into Alpha School, an expensive, controversial private school system coming to Oklahoma this fall that relies on AI with zero teachers. Andrea Eger breaks down an upcoming August 25 ballot initiative facing Oklahoma voters. Jake Ramsey exposes an out-of-state corporate landlord operating one of Oklahoma City’s most active eviction pipelines. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.

Paul Monies examines a Republican gubernatorial candidate’s surprising board attendance record, while reporter J.C. Hallman breaks down the legal questions surrounding an Insurance Commissioner candidate's swift state residency swap. Plus, Jake Ramsey details severe property mismanagement at Vesta Realty and how it’s leaving local tenants in the lurch. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.

Keaton Ross breaks down State Question 846, a proposed constitutional amendment on voter identification in Oklahoma. Maya Henry looks into a little-known campaign funding rule that could make running for office more accessible for parents. J.C. Hallman joins to discuss two major homeowners insurance stories currently sweeping the state. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.

Andrea Eger reveals how Edmond Public Schools renewed several administrator contracts only to eliminate their positions weeks later. Plus, Paul Monies reports on lower Medicaid payment estimates for Oklahoma hospitals, and summer intern Maya Henry breaks down the consequences of the expiration of a 2021 harm reduction law. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.

J.C. Hallman discusses the climax of the State Farm and Hursh saga following a major Supreme Court ruling, while intern Maya Henry investigates a surge in bail scams that victims say law enforcement is failing to adequately address. Plus, Stephen Martin details how a new $72 million transmission line built to fix Oklahoma’s power congestion has instead sparked secret real estate deals and attracted power-hungry AI data centers. Catch these stories and more on the latest Long Story Short with Shaun Witt.