OU Football Outlook: The Oklahoman’s game-by-game predictions for OU’s 2026 season kick off with a Week 1 opener vs. UTEP and a focus on whether the Sooners’ rebuilt offense can match a defense expected to be among the nation’s best. Food Safety: A Midwest Poultry Services egg recall has technically expired for shoppers, but the FDA’s outbreak investigation remains “ongoing,” leaving consumers with no carton codes to check and an open question about whether other foods contributed to illnesses across 17 states. Local Business Growth: GB Auto marks three years since launching with a single Jeep Patriot, now selling 150+ vehicles annually and expanding services like financing, tires and detailing. Oklahoma Politics & Labor: In the GOP race for state labor commissioner, Rep. John Pfeiffer and Rep. Kevin West faced fact-checking on claims about Oklahoma’s hairbraiding licensing and an OSHA-embedding program. Beef Industry: The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association criticized a Trump Truth Social post allowing tariff-free imported ground beef for 90 days, saying it’s bad timing for Oklahoma ranchers. Sports Business Spotlight: OU athletic director Roger Denny says the $450 million stadium renovation remains on track to start after the 2027 season, with reseating still planned and an operator for a new basketball/gymnastics arena nearing selection.