Execution date set for prisoner transferred to Oklahoma to serve death penalty
OKLAHOMA CITY — An inmate who was transferred to Oklahoma last month to face the death penalty now has an execution date. George John Hanson, also known as John Fitzgerald Hanson, is scheduled to die on June 12 for the 1999 murder of 77-year-old Mary Bowles. The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals on Tuesday set […]
Another Oklahoman hit by SNAP benefits crime ring
Federal funding to replace SNAP benefits stolen ran out in December. Now, those who continue to get hit by this crime ring, are left with nothing, needing to survive until the next month's benefits arrive.
Metro man uses inflatable car cover to protect against hail
Storm prep is underway for folks across the state, and potential hail damage is at the top of some people's minds. One metro man is taking things a step further to protect his vehicle from any potential hailstorms. “It can hit you, you know, with, you know, less than a...
Tornado Forecast Update at 2am Wednesday
2am While the risk of tornadoes may continue during the night, this will have to end my coverage. Note the risk of tornadoes farther east later today. 1:35am Wednesday: Tornado watch will likely be issued for the outlined area, including the Kansas City Metro. 11:55p Tuesday: New tornado watch has...
Oklahoma City Father And Son Each Sentenced To 14 Years In Prison In Illegal...
Nicois Megale Smith, 40, of Oklahoma City, has been sentenced to 84 months (7 years) in federal prison for illegally having a firearm following a prior felony conviction, according to U.S. Attorney Robert J. Troester. His father, Albert Smith, Jr., 62, had previously received the same term, bringing the pair’s total...
Oklahoma City Police Department launches two new online reporting systems
The Oklahoma City Police Department has announced the launch of two new online reporting systems.
Police release body cam footage after tense standoff, shooting in Guthrie
The Guthrie Police Department released the body camera footage after a woman was reportedly shot five times by her own husband on Saturday.
Security officers at OKC FAA facility say federal contractor violated court orders
Security officers protecting a key FAA facility in Oklahoma say they’re prepared to strike, accusing their employer, a federal contractor, of defying court orders while continuing to violate their union’s collective bargaining agreement.
Running List Of April Fools’ Day Pranks And Jokes Spotted On April 1, 2025
It's that day of the year again! April Fools' Day is upon us. We're keeping a running list of the online jokes we spot this year. Seen one we missed? Email [email protected] and let us know!. Flightradar24. Airplane tracking website Flightradar24 revived the supersonic Concorde aircraft and made one...
The Great Edmond Chicken Chase
Edmond’s early morning calm was shattered last month by an unusual call. At 6:53 a.m., officers received a report that would set the stage for one of the most unusual pursuits in the department’s history. “A chicken is running down the middle of the road.” One frantic minute...