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State news

February 14, 2012

5 Things to Know in Oklahoma for Tuesday

OKLAHOMA CITY — Here are five things you should know about what's happening in Oklahoma.

Ex-Senator Indicted

Opening statements are set in the federal trial of a former Oklahoma Senate president accused of illegally accepting more than $400,000 in payments from three companies that wanted his influence on legislation.

Special Election

Voters go to the polls Tuesday to vote in a variety of local contests and to consider candidates for four open seats in the Oklahoma Legislature.

State Revenues

The final revenue figures are released before a state board certifies just how much money the Legislature will have to spend on next fiscal year's budget.

Texas-Oklahoma

Trying to mount a late rally and secure a 14th straight NCAA tournament berth, Texas carries a four-game winning streak into Tuesday night's game at fading Oklahoma. The Sooners have lost four in a row this season, and four straight to the rival Longhorns.

Jazz-Thunder

The well-rested Oklahoma City Thunder return home after a five-game road trip to host the Utah Jazz, who are playing for the third straight night and smarting after a loss at New Orleans. Oklahoma City hasn't played since winning at Utah on Friday night.

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