ONR 5-10-13

Living Well: Wellness Center

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Oklahoma City has been getting healthier, and a new wellness center aims to keep that momentum going by helping citizens who may be having trouble leading a healthy life.

Related Topics: Health Care & Illnesses, Fitness & Nutrition, Lifestyle, Healthy Kids, Social Issues

Originally broadcast on May 10, 2013

Oklahoma News Report

5-10-13

Health care challenges dog state leaders as the Affordable Care Act enactment date looms closer and Oklahoma continues to lack a plan. But health care issues isn't just hurting state leaders; the state's Hispanic community is often left in the cracks of medical care. Retirement is often the silver lining for employees, but after the latest recession, many retirement-age employees don't think they can afford not to work. Plus, getting Oklahoma City in shape, renovations to a Cherokee symbol, and much more on this ONR.

Related Topics: Folk Art & Crafts, Community, Travel, Health Care & Illnesses, Fitness & Nutrition, Caregiving, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Science & Technology, Health, Education, Health

Originally broadcast on May 10, 2013

ONR 5-3-13

Sequestration Follow-Up

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While most of the news regarding sequestration cuts have focused on air traffic controllers and airport lines, many other agencies within Oklahoma are bracing for the cuts headed their way, from head start programs to the National Weather Service.

Related Topics: Health Care & Illnesses, Aging, Caregiving, Child Development, Education, Weather & Natural Disasters, Business & Economy, Government, Politics

Originally broadcast on May 3, 2013

ONR 5-3-13

Prescription Drug Abuse

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In this excerpt from the PBS NewsHour, correspondent Betty Ann Bowser looks at what Oklahoma is doing to battle prescription drug abuse, and the addiction that claimed one of the state's most promising athletes.

Related Topics: Health Care & Illnesses, Social Issues, Health

Originally broadcast on May 3, 2013

Oklahoma News Report

5-3-13

On this ONR, it's the big week at the state capitol, as top lawmakers and the governor hammer out a potential budget deal. But while some agencies are expecting more funding, others are looking at cuts. And state spending cuts aren't the only concern of some agencies, as sequestration begins to impact Oklahoma. As the state continues to battle prescription drug abuse, the PBS NewsHour highlights the struggle of one young Oklahoma athlete who lost his life to addiction. Plus, surplus programs, business news, and a trip to the new Woody Guthrie Museum in this ONR.

Related Topics: Music, Folk Art & Crafts, Community, Travel, Health Care & Illnesses, Aging, Child Development, Education, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Social Issues, Transportation & Infrastructure

Originally broadcast on May 5, 2013

ONR 4-26-13

Inhalants

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Huffing, the act of inhaling common household chemicals for a quick high, has become a popular alternative for kids wanting to get high safely. But it's anything but safe. Huffing can cause permanent brain damage, and even death.

Related Topics: Health Care & Illnesses, Healthy Kids, Social Issues, Health

Originally broadcast on April 26, 2013

Oklahoma News Report

4-19-13

In the wake of the Boston massacre, we talk to experts who see a shifting trend in terrorism. Executive Director of the Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism David Cid reflects on Oklahoma's response to the 1995 bombing, and what can be done to curb extreme violence. And amid the terror in Boston, a bill that would have expanded background checks for gun purchases has been shelved, and it's revving up the debate over gun rights across the nation and in Oklahoma. Plus, remembering the Oklahoma City Bombing, streamlining government agencies, an update on state capitol repairs and video game development on this ONR.

Related Topics: Community, Health Care & Illnesses, World, War & Conflict, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Social Issues, Health, Education

Originally broadcast on April 19, 2013

Oklahoma News Report

4-12-13

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On this episode of the ONR, experts gather to discuss ways to reduce Oklahoma's climbing number of child abuse cases. Across the globe, war-torn regions often victimize women and children, but a particular international organization is working to help them and end conflict. We talk with co-founder Sanam Anderlini about women and peace. A new tribal health clinic prepares to open it's doors and improve the quality of life for its patrons. Plus, emergency preparedness, legislative updates, international students and Read Across America, on this ONR.

Related Topics: Community, Gender & Sexual Identity, Travel, Health Care & Illnesses, Child Development, Education, War & Conflict, Weather & Natural Disasters, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Women, Social Issues, Health, Education

Originally broadcast on April 12, 2013

ONR 4-12-13

Newsmaker Interview: Sanam Anderlini

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The unintended target of many armed conflicts are often women and children, whose injuries and deaths are sometimes considered collateral damage. Sanam Anderlini works to help those victims through the organization she co-founded, the International Civil Society Action Network. ONR's Dick Pryor spoke with her about women, peace, and security.

Related Topics: Community, Women, War & Conflict

Originally broadcast on April 12, 2013

ONR 4-12-13

Chickasaw Health Clinic

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The newest tribal clinic in Oklahoma's Johnston County is giving local Native Americans access to top-notch health care, and helping improve quality of life.

Related Topics: Health Care & Illnesses, Fitness & Nutrition, Caregiving, Government, Health

Originally broadcast on April 12, 2013