OKC Memorial’s field of empty chairs tells 168 stories of loss
On the 30th anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing, visitors gathered at the Oklahoma City National Memorial to honor the 168 lives lost on April 19, 1995. Among the solemn tributes are 168 empty chairs. Symbolism of the Chairs. The 168 empty chairs represent each person killed in the bombing...
Heartbreaking story of Oklahoma City firefighter who cradled baby girl’s body in arms in...
THE Oklahoma City bombing took dozens of innocent lives, including that of a one-year-old girl who was photographed in the arms of a brave firefighter. In the moment the photo was snapped, the firefighter had no idea it would become one of the most recognizable images of the 1995 bombing – he was just thinking […]
Silence for the fallen: Remembering the victims of April 19, 1995
Attendees at the Oklahoma City bombing memorial ceremony at the First Church to honor each of the lives lost in the April 19, 1995 bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building by holding a moment of silence for 168 seconds. Each second represents one person who died in the attack, including 19 children.
Art never ages: The life and art of a 93-year-old visionary
Mrs. Billie Joe Johnston-Reid has been a resident at Quail Ridge Assisted Living Center for about five years, and her corner of the facility is more of an art gallery. “Sometimes I get so involved I lose all track of time, and I shouldn’t sit as long as I do,” said 93-year-old artist Billie Joe Johnston-Reid.
Oklahoma’s ‘Winery And Grape Capital’ Is A Humble Quirky Gem Hidden Along Historic Route...
Stretching from Chicago all the way to the Santa Monica Pier, Route 66 is one of the most stunning and storied routes for a U.S. road trip. Passing through eight states and covering over 2,400 miles, the iconic route is packed with underrated hidden gem stops, from oversized roadside attractions like the kitschy...
These Oklahoma Lakes Are Rumored To Have Alligators
With the recent sighting of an Oklahoma alligator sunning itself pretty far from the normal gator territory, a conversation sparked up online about the wild gators that are apparently living in lakes all across the state. Now there is a difference between a tall tale and there being at least...
Female inmate dies at Oklahoma County Detention Center; investigation underway
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — A female inmate at the Oklahoma County Detention Center (OCDC) passed away in her cell yesterday, April 18. According to OCDC, 39-year-old Kasey Ball was found unresponsive at approximately 7:00 p.m. by officers during an evening head count. Medical staff performed CPR, and EMSA...
Calling with COWs: What it took to use a cell phone in downtown OKC...
What Kurt recalls is what was in the air during that time, cell phone signals, yes, but thousands of thoughts and feelings too. Each one responding to something tragic with whatever they could muster.
Oklahoma City bombing survivor was ‘getting ready to die’ after being trapped in 10...
Thirty years ago on April 19, 1995, a truck bomb detonated outside the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, killing 168 people in the deadliest homegrown attack on U.S. soil.
City of Oklahoma City hosting hiring event May 6
The City of Oklahoma City is hosting a hiring event on May 6, 2025.