Oklahoma County leaders say ballooning jail costs may require new sales tax vote
Oklahoma County leaders say the price to build a new county jail has soared far beyond what voters originally approved, and commissioners are now weighing whether to ask the public to approve a new sales tax to cover the difference.
Winter Mix to Hit Texas and Oklahoma With Snow, Sleet, and Freezing Rain Late...
OKLAHOMA — A new round of winter precipitation is forecast to move across Texas and Oklahoma beginning Wednesday night into Thursday morning, with a messy mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain expected in several areas. Forecasters warn that even light accumulations could create slick and hazardous roads, especially...
Governor’s crackdown under ‘Operation SAFE’ leads to arrests at homeless camps
Efforts to clean up state property in Oklahoma City continue under the Governor's 'Operation SAFE'. The initiative, spearheaded by the Governor in late October, utilizes the Oklahoma Highway Patrol and Department of Transportation to remove homeless encampments from state-owned property like under highway overpasses....
Skull, Additional Remains Found in 1990 Now Identified
In January 1990, a human skull was found near a creek bank between Geary and El Reno, two small rural communities along the I-40 interstate corridor just west of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The Canadian County Sheriff's Office responded and began investigating and collecting evidence. A thorough search of the...
Suspect arrested after stolen vehicle chase ends in SW Oklahoma City
OKLAHOMA CITY - One person was arrested following a pursuit that ended Tuesday morning in southwest Oklahoma City, according to police. The Oklahoma City Police Department says officers were searching for a vehicle stolen from Remington Park when they spotted it at a hotel. OCPD says the vehicle was leaving...
State lawmakers react to new school report card data
OKLAHOMA CITY - Newly released annual school report data shows the slightest of improvement in focused areas, according to data from the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Only three fewer schools received a failing grade than the previous year. Across the state, there was a decline in overall grades with...
Oklahoma nonprofits receive $5 million from Bezos family to address homelessness
Two local nonprofits that serve people experiencing homelessness in Oklahoma received multimillion-dollar grants from the founder of Amazon, Jeff Bezos, and his wife.
Oklahoma Winter Storm Threat: Thursday Morning Commute to Bring Heavy Snow, Ice, and Freezing...
Oklahoma — Forecasters are warning of a messy Thursday morning commute across much of Oklahoma, as a surge of cold, moist air sets the stage for moderate to heavy snow, ice, and freezing drizzle. The winter system will move in overnight, making roads slick and visibility poor during the early morning rush hours.
5 highest-paid orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City
The highest paid orthopedic surgeon in Oklahoma City earns $902,700, according to Medscape’s salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $365,060 orthopedic surgeons make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Here are the salaries the five highest paid orthopedic surgeons in...
Headlines: Federal homelessness changes, Sand Springs data center & Cowboys new coach
Federal homelessness guidelines could soon impact the unhoused in OKC. (KOSU) Cities are providing mixed reaction to protocol changes from OHP. (Oklahoma Voice) Report show family caregivers face high costs and emotional strain. (Tulsa World) Gravesite mismanagement results in mistakes at Indian boarding school....
