Drummond strengthens state’s human trafficking response with $1 million in grants
OKLAHOMA CITY (Feb. 24, 2026) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond is awarding $1 million in grants to five Oklahoma organizations on the front lines of the fight against human trafficking. The funding, administered through the attorney general’s Human Trafficking Response Unit, will support organizations providing...
What Caught My Eye: Whataburger fight
A baby giraffe, a fight in a Whataburger and support for a community helper are catching the News 9 team’s eyes. Sassy Mama shares her recipe for onion mushroom pan sauce!. Watch News 9’s 6 a.m. newscast now. 10 hours ago. Watch News 9’s 5 a.m. newscast now....
Edmond man recovering after being hit by car while getting mail
An Edmond man never imagined that he would end up in the ICU after simply going outside to get his mail on Friday night. That's because a car hit him, and police said the suspect sped away from the scene. Now, they need your help to find them.
Loaded firearm found in backpack of Edmond Santa Fe High School student
EDMOND, Okla. - A student was found to have a loaded weapon inside their backpack during an altercation at Edmond Santa Fe High School on Wednesday, according to school officials. In a letter sent to parents by school Principal Jason Hayes, he says several students had gathered in a back...
Oklahoma Earthquake: 2.5M Quake Strikes East of Oklahoma City Wednesday Afternoon
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Prague, Oklahoma – A light earthquake was recorded east of Oklahoma City on Wednesday afternoon, registering a magnitude 2.5 near Prague. According to the U.S. Geological Survey and the Oklahoma Geological...
This Oklahoma Restaurant Proves Great Seafood Isn’t Just for the Coasts
Most people assume you have to be near an ocean to find truly great seafood. Oklahoma is landlocked, sure, but one small restaurant in Oklahoma City is quietly flipping that idea on its head. The menu is bold, the seasoning is serious, and the loyal crowd of regulars will tell...
Latest tug-of-war over OKC scrapyard proposal draws outcry
An Oklahoma City recycling center's proposal to replace its equipment has sparked tensions among city staff, the scrapyard's lawyers, and residents protesting environmental injustice near the controversial site. Derichebourg Recycling USA, located in northeast OKC at 100 N Bath Ave., has been seeking approval to...
This Incredible Oklahoma Barbecue Spot Is Hiding an Unforgettable German Chocolate Cake
There is a barbecue spot in Oklahoma City that locals have been quietly protecting like a prized secret for years. The smoke hits you before you even reach the door, and the prices on the menu will make you do a double-take in the best possible way. Beyond the ribs,...
This Oklahoma Swap Meet Is Packed With Finds at Rock-Bottom Prices
Every Saturday and Sunday morning, something special happens on the northeast side of Oklahoma City. Hundreds of shoppers, sellers, and curious wanderers pour into a sprawling outdoor market before most people have even finished their first cup of coffee. The deals are real, the crowd is lively, and the variety...
Oklahoma County leaders project significant layoffs at jail, pending budget struggles
OKLAHOMA CITY - A renewed cautionary warning from the leadership of the Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Authority, or jail trust, is urging action. The jail first warned of problems with its allocation from the county for the current fiscal year at the end of the summer of 2025. Some county leaders criticized its...
