About 400 Oklahoma college students without legal status in the U.S. faced a decision to pay higher tuition costs or drop out. The impact has gone beyond the classroom.
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At this annual conference, Tulsa Latinas take center stage
More than 200 women packed the fourth annual Tulsa Latina Leadership Conference to gain confidence and overcome barriers in their professional lives.
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Tulsa County has a new agreement with ICE that goes beyond the jailhouse to special task forces
Nine deputies are certified through a new 287(g) agreement to conduct immigration enforcement. None are on patrol.
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¿Debe la Constitución de Oklahoma exigir identificación para votar? Los votantes decidirán en agosto.
La ley de Oklahoma ya exige que los votantes presenten una identificación al acudir a las urnas. De aprobarse la Pregunta Estatal 846 el 25 de agosto, este requisito quedará establecido en la Constitución del estado.
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Should Oklahoma voter identity requirements be in the state constitution? Voters will decide in August.
State law already requires Oklahoma voters to show proof of identity at the polls. If approved Aug. 25, State Question 846 would make that a constitutional mandate.
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Loss aside, Tulsans take pride in Mexican national team’s World Cup performance
Tulsans filled balconies and restaurants to watch Mexico’s historic tournament run come to a close against England Sunday.
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World Cup is about to kick off. Here’s how Tulsans can get in the action.
Soccer mania is almost here. We round up the top spots to tune in, including watch parties that kick off in June.
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Make a splash with this Tulsa swimming guide: Where to find open pools and free swim lessons
YWCA Tulsa is back with its swim lessons for Hispanic children, while city and neighborhood pools are open to the public for summer.
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How do Tulsa-area school districts handle ICE enforcement and student protests? We asked.
Most Tulsa-area school districts lack formal policies regarding federal immigration operations on campus. But all have student protest policies.
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Tulsa Hispanic commission launches ‘playbook’ to help businesses respond to ICE enforcement
The commission created the playbook with feedback from local chefs and restaurants about what would be most useful for them.
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Tulsa mayor, Oklahoma officials weigh in on growing ICE presence
Mayor Monroe Nichols voiced his disapproval of Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s conduct in Minnesota during a Sunday forum.
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Small businesses want Tulsans to shop local Saturday. Here’s where to find deals.
From eyewear and garden decor to toys and personalized gifts, Tulsa small businesses are hoping for a boom in sales Saturday.