DOJ Tribal Funding Opportunities

By Staff Report

WASHINGTON — The Justice Department Friday announced the opening of the Fiscal Year 2026 Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation (CTAS) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for comprehensive funding to American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes to develop comprehensive approaches to public safety and victimization issues.

The department anticipates awarding more than $107 million in grant funding. Administered by the Office of Justice Programs (OJP) and Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office), The NOFO includes guidance on how federally recognized Tribal governments and Tribal consortia can apply for funding to aid in the development of a comprehensive and coordinated approach to public safety and victimization.

The Council of the Cherokee Nation approved an extension of its motor vehicle tag compact with the state of Oklahoma after months of negotiations. Council leaders gathered with Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., and Deputy Chief Bryan Warner to sign extension, December 6, 2024.
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Drillers Make Playoffs

By Staff Report

The 2026 baseball season is far from over, but it has already been a memorable year for the Tulsa Drillers.  Manager Eric Wedge and his squad have been one of the winning-est teams in all of Minor League Baseball. 

For just the second time in the past 11 seasons, the Drillers have won a first-half, division championship.  With that title, they have punched their ticket into the 2026 Texas League Playoffs, meaning there will be postseason action at ONEOK in September.

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CBP Uncovers Record $1 Billion

By Staff Report

Investigations target illicit imports and protect U.S. businesses from unfair competition 

WASHINGTON—U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced today that it has uncovered more than $1 billion in additional duties owed under the Enforce and Protect Act, which authorizes CBP to investigate and stop duty evasion schemes like illegal transshipment, misclassification, and undervaluation. This milestone is a first in the program’s 10-year history and is 300% above the program’s annual average.

“CBP’s EAPA program supports the America First Trade Policy, which focuses on protecting American businesses and workers,” said CBP Commissioner Rodney S. Scott. “By enforcing antidumping and countervailing duty laws, we are creating a level playing field for domestic industries.” 

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OK Innovation Campus Finalist

By David Arnett

Governor Kevin Stitt announced Tuesday afternoon Oklahoma’s selection as one of five finalists being considered by the U.S. Department of Energy to host a first-of-its-kind Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus. These campuses will become the hubs for the future of nuclear research and development, adding to Oklahoma’s energy abundance agenda and opening the door for research into the potential uses of nuclear technology, including biotech and aerospace applications.

“Oklahoma has always been America’s energy innovation leader, from the oil boom of the early 1900s to the shale revolution in mid-2000s,” said Gov. Stitt. “Today marks a new frontier – the chance to add nuclear to our energy abundance agenda. This opportunity is an all hands on deck moment, and I look forward to working with communities across our state to make this campus a reality. I’m grateful to President Trump and Secretary Wright for their leadership and considering Oklahoma and for the companies, research institutions, and leaders across our state who have already pulled a seat up to the table to be a part of this project.”

Graphic: Nanthakumar Victor Emmanuel’s Blog
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Inmate Leading Drug Conspiracy

By Staff Report

TULSA, Okla. – An inmate in federal prison was sentenced Monday for Drug Conspiracy after coordinating the delivery of nearly five kilograms of cocaine to the Tulsa area, U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson announced. U.S. District Judge John D. Russell sentenced Rafael Gonzalez, 33, to 180 months imprisonment, followed by five years of supervised release.

In 2023, the Drug Enforcement Administration began an investigation into individuals bringing large quantities of methamphetamine and cocaine from Mexico into Tulsa, Oklahoma. The investigation revealed that Gonzalez coordinated with other inmates and people outside of prison to distribute methamphetamine and cocaine. Court documents show that he coordinated the delivery of nearly five kilograms of cocaine to the Tulsa area and drug proceeds to various locations in Texas.

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