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- 1Winter Storm Uri ruling tops Oklahoma headlines●Headlines: Winter Storm Uri ruling, OKC Indigenous Peoples Day & Jody Miller tribute
News roundups in Oklahoma are leading with a court ruling connected to Winter Storm Uri, the February 2021 freeze that caused widespread power and water failures. Also making headlines: Oklahoma City's recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day and a tribute to country singer Jody Miller. The items reflect a mixed local news agenda spanning weather accountability, city policy and music history.
- 2Oklahoma judge rules NextEra overcharged for gas during Winter Storm Uri▼Oklahoma judge finds NextEra overcharged for gas during 2021 Winter Storm Uri
An Oklahoma judge has ruled that NextEra overcharged for natural gas during the February 2021 Winter Storm Uri, when record cold drove fuel prices sharply higher across the state. The finding could affect repayment obligations and refunds tied to the storm's costs, and is likely to draw attention from regulators, utilities and consumers still dealing with the storm's financial fallout.
- 3Oklahoma Attorney General wins natural gas price lawsuit over Winter Storm Uri●AG Drummond wins lawsuit over excessive natural gas prices during Winter Storm Uri
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond has won a lawsuit over excessive natural gas prices charged during Winter Storm Uri, the February 2021 winter storm that caused widespread power outages across Texas and Oklahoma. The ruling addresses claims that suppliers overcharged utilities and customers during the emergency, and could lead to refunds or penalties tied to the inflated prices billed during the crisis.