KWGS-FM (Tulsa, OK)

KWGS 89.5 FM serves as the primary National Public Radio station in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It holds the distinction of being the first FM radio station in the state and is one of two stations managed by the University of Tulsa. Founded in 1947 by Ben Graf Henneke, a speech professor at TU who later became the university's president, KWGS was made possible thanks to the financial support of Tulsa oil magnate and philanthropist William G. Skelly, whose initials inspired the call letters. The University of Tulsa also operates another station, KWTU, which focuses on classical music.

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Republicans continue negotiations over budget despite divisions on certain policies

1 day ago | publicradiotulsa.org | Barbara Sprunt |A Martínez

House Republicans are still negotiating the details of a wide-ranging legislative package of President Trump's domestic priorities that they hope to advance by the end of next week.
Some federal agencies dealing with DOGE cuts feel confusion and concern for the future

1 day ago | publicradiotulsa.org | Geoff Brumfiel |Andrea Hsu |Kirk Siegler

Reporters have been looking at federal agencies and employees impacted by DOGE cuts from food inspectors to nuclear scientists to firefighters, and the broader effects of the restructuring efforts. Copyright 2025 NPR
Tulsa faith leaders gather in support of immigrants, call to fund legal defense

2 days ago | publicradiotulsa.org | Ben Abrams

Leaders and worshippers from Tulsa’s various faith communities gathered Tuesday night at All Souls Unitarian Church for a vigil in support of immigrants amid fears over the Trump administration’s deportation policies. The interfaith vigil, organized by Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry, included songs and calls to fundraise. “Our most critical area of need, both for immigrant peoples themselves and in a stand against draconian actions from the government, is to fund legal action,” said Rev.
White House welcomes Afrikaners to the U.S., but drops protection for Afghan allies

3 days ago | publicradiotulsa.org | Quil Lawrence |Tom Bowman

As many as 9,000 Afghan refugees are at risk of deportation, as the Trump administration has ended the temporary protected status (TPS) that allowed them to stay in the U.S. legally. The White House says their country is no longer dangerous for them, a contention that confounds Afghanistan watchers. "It's a death penalty for them if they return," said Zia Ghafoori, who worked as an interpreter in combat with U.S. Army Special Forces from 2002 to 2014.
How did the Mavericks beat long odds to win top overall pick in the NBA draft?

3 days ago | publicradiotulsa.org | Becky Sullivan |Juana Summers |Vincent Acovino |John Ketchum

By Becky Sullivan, Juana Summers, Vincent Acovino, John Ketchum Published May 13, 2025 at 3:45 PM CDT
Veteran Tulsa reporter talks on 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre research

3 days ago | publicradiotulsa.org | Elizabeth Caldwell

Last month, long-time Tulsa World reporter Randy Krehbiel published a new book about the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. It's a follow-up to a book published in 2019 that also deals with the massacre. Krehbiel sat down with KWGS' Elizabeth Caldwell to talk about his work. Listen above to the interview or read a transcript below. ELIZABETH CALDWELL: Welcome to the studio, Randy. RANDY KREHBIEL: Thanks for having me.
Russia marks the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany

6 days ago | publicradiotulsa.org | Charles Maynes |Jim Kane

Russia's celebration this weekend of the Soviet victory over the Nazis 80 years ago comes under the shadow of its invasion of Ukraine.
Remembering former Justice David Souter

6 days ago | publicradiotulsa.org | Matt Ozug |Ailsa Chang |Tinbete Ermyas

By Matt Ozug, Ailsa Chang, Tinbete Ermyas Published May 9, 2025 at 4:45 PM CDT
Special election Tuesday will fill vacant Oklahoma Senate seat

6 days ago | publicradiotulsa.org | Barbara Hoberock

Three men are on the ballot in Tuesday’s special election to fill a vacant Oklahoma Senate seat that represents constituents living in five counties. The Senate District 8 seat, which represents Okmulgee, Okfuskee and McIntosh counties and portions of Creek and Muskogee counties, has been vacant all session, following the resignation of former Sen. Roger Thompson, R-Okemah. Republican Bryan Logan of Paden, Democrat Nathan Brewer and independent Steve Sanford, both of Henryetta, are on the ballot.
Tulsa faces ‘crisis-level’ eviction situation due to federal uncertainty

1 week ago | publicradiotulsa.org | Max Bryan

The Tulsa Housing Authority is freezing its housing voucher waitlist thanks to federal decisions, leaving hundreds of Tulsans in potentially precarious circumstances. The Housing Authority is currently managing its Section 8 program with the same amount of money it was given last year despite rental rates increasing 3% on average. This means the authority is operating on a $3.1 million shortfall, according to a presentation at its April meeting.