OKC violence intervention nonprofit expands statewide
Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt is pointing to a slight decrease in homicides.
Southern Nazarene Opens 2026 With Home Win Over Southeastern
BETHANY, Okla. - Southern Nazarene opened the new year with a strong home win on Saturday afternoon, taking down Southeastern Oklahoma State 80-70 inside the Sawyer Center. The Crimson Storm (4-6, 4-2 GAC) set the tone early and stayed in control throughout, holding off the Savage Storm (3-9, 0-6 GAC) to earn their...
CART House sees 20+% growth
Canadian County’s Child Advocacy Center helped more children than ever in 2025 and will expand its elementary-school education program in 2026. The Child Abuse Response Team (C.A.R.T.) House moved in spring 2025 to the Cardinal Point Family Justice Center’s new location on E Vandament in Yukon. Since the...
Yukon author publishes Just Plain Folks
Longtime Yukon resident Tom Brower has released a new book Just Plain Folks concerned with the life story of his dad, Lt. Col. Kenneth Awtrey Brower. The title of his book came from his dad’s letter to his parents while on active duty with the U.S. Air Force in 1952 as he signed off the letter with a compliment of...
Oklahoma City – Construction Affects I-40, I-35, and City Streets Through 2026
Oklahoma City drivers can expect continued road construction, with multiple projects affecting major highways and city streets, according to a traffic advisory issued on January 2. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation reported that lane reductions and closures will impact I-40, I-240, I-35, and various state...
Midwest City Fire Department Enhances Rescue Readiness with Specialized RIT Drills
A "Mayday" call indicates a critical situation that needs immediate attention. According to a social media post, the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) plays a key role in these emergencies, focusing on rescuing firefighters who may be in distress or trapped during a structure fire. These teams are always on standby,...
Record warmth Monday, then sights turn to rain
Record temps look to return Monday as strong ridge builds back in!. Look for Sunday night lows in the middle 40s with southerly winds and clearing skies. Monday’s record of 72 may be in jeopardy as very warm air surges back in. Tuesday and Wednesday will be nice as well with highs near 70.
January Transportation Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, Jan. 5
The Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s monthly meeting is scheduled for 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 5 in the R.A. Ward Transportation Building, 200 N.E. 21st St., Oklahoma City. Members of the public and media are invited to attend or watch the livestream. One of the Engineering Contracts to be considered includes...
Oklahoma law enforcement gears up for 2026 Polar Plunge to support Special Olympics
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — Multiple law enforcement agencies are participating in the 2026 Polar Plunge to support the Oklahoma Special Olympics. The Polar Plunge is a fundraiser that challenges individuals or groups to dive into cold water to raise money for Special Olympics. Participants collect donations from...
Fire crews battled recycling center fire on South High Avenue
Firefighters responded to a fire at a recycling center near 5700 S. High Ave., where metal debris is burning Sunday afternoon, according to officials. Crews arrived on scene after reports of smoke and flames coming from the facility. Officials said the fire involved metal materials inside the recycling center,...

















