Some jockeys plan to boycott Oklahoma City horse races over pay dispute
A growing dispute between racing horse owners and jockeys is casting doubt on whether races at Remington Park can fully continue as scheduled, as a group of jockeys has threatened to boycott until a new deal is reached.
Pet Pal of the week: Girly Girl the mixed pitbull
OKC Animal Welfare joins Living Oklahoma with another Pet Pal of the Week, sponsored by Mathis Home. This time we're talking about Girly Girl, a medium sized pitbull mix. She is very affectionate, loveable, and quick learning. You can adopt or foster a pet from OKC Animal Welfare. Visit them at 2811 SE 29th St. in...
BNSF to open OKC intermodal terminal for Hobby Lobby
BNSF Railway will open a pint-sized intermodal terminal in Oklahoma City in November to serve Hobby Lobby Stores. The 42-acre facility will streamline the craft retailer’s supply chain and allow loaded containers to move directly from the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach to its network of distribution centers in...
The Oklahoma County jail struggles with a shrinking number of detention officers
The chronically understaffed Oklahoma County Detention Center has even fewer guards than last year, despite efforts to hire and retain more officers with bonuses and wellness programs. There are currently 360 staff members at the jail, including 134 detention officers. That’s 30 fewer detention officers than the jail...
Competency laws disrupt justice in OK County Deputy murder case
The family of the Oklahoma County Deputy killed in 2022 while serving an eviction notice reacted to learning the accused murderer may not face justice.
Oklahoma City Zoo celebrates birth of endangered okapi calf
The Oklahoma City Zoo has welcomed a new member to its animal family.
Oklahoma City police seek man wanted for multiple charges, including assault and burglary
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — Oklahoma City Police are looking for a man with a warrant for several charges. Necco Lowery, 31, has an arrest warrant for assault with a dangerous weapon, first-degree burglary, possession of a firearm after a felony conviction, assault and battery, and malicious injury to property.
Drummond demands companies end predatory AI interactions with kids
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Attorney General Gentner Drummond has warned major artificial intelligence companies to stop hurting kids. In a letter to a dozen companies, including Apple, Google, Meta and Microsoft, Drummond and a coalition of 43 other attorneys general addressed reports of AI chatbots engaging in sexually...
Motorcyclist killed in OKC head-on collision
One person died after a car and motorcycle crash in Oklahoma City on Wednesday night, police said.
Back to back closed meetings held by Corporation Commissioners
Oklahoma Corporation Commissioners held two back-to-back closed door meetings this week to discuss “personnel” issues. A filing was made on Wednesday, September 3 of two meetings that fell under the Corporation Commission Open Meeting Act Exempt Event. The act allows commissioners to hold certain meetings without the...