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This Week in Oklahoma Politics discusses State Superintendent Ryan Walters going before lawmakers calling for merit-based pay for teachers, Attorney General Gentner Drummond taking up the case of Oklahoma's sweetheart deal with Swadley's Bar-B-Q to run restaurants at state parks and more.

Ryan Walters' proposal is $59 million less than his predecessor Joy Hofmeister's and no longer includes her proposed $5,000 pay raise for teachers.

In a Wednesday press conference, Republican Sen. Adam Pugh — who also chairs the Education Committee — unveiled his plan for education reform during the upcoming legislative session.

An Oklahoma lawmaker is pushing for a teacher pay raise to combat the state’s teacher shortage.

Educators looking to make some extra money have until Wednesday afternoon to sign up to be virtual math tutors.

This Week in Oklahoma Politics discusses dueling polls showing different positions in the race for governor ahead of the Nov. 8 general election, the political endorsement of the state's five largest tribes, and more.

On Thursday, Oklahoma's State Board of Education approved a plan by Democratic candidate for Governor Joy Hofmeister to give teachers a $5,000 raise.

A study of national wage data shows Oklahoma teachers have one of the largest pay disparities in the country when compared to workers with similar qualifications in different jobs.

As the new president sets his priorities, will having an educator as first lady help schools and colleges get what they hope for?