Oklahoma Highway Patrol cites safety violations after crash involving vehicle steered with vise grips
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is reminding the public about the dangers of operating unsafe vehicles after a recent crash involving a car that was being steered with vise grips instead of a standard steering wheel. According to officials, the vehicle was involved in a collision on a...
OHP Reminds Drivers That Vehicles Must be in Working Order
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reminds all drivers that, by law, all vehicles in use on Oklahoma roads must be in good working order. The reminder comes after a pickup truck involved in a recent accident in the Oklahoma City area was found to have been using vise-grips attached to the steering column instead of a...
University of Oklahoma leading the way for next generation weather data training
The University of Oklahoma leading the way for the next generation to learn complex weather data that could save property and lives.
EMSA heat alert remains in effect for Oklahoma City
EMSA’s heat alert remains active in Oklahoma City as dangerous temperatures continue, prompting officials to urge residents to stay hydrated, avoid leaving children or pets in cars, and watch for early signs of heat-related illness.
Oklahoma City Under Heat Advisory as Temperatures Soar Near 110 Degrees
Oklahoma City is preparing for a hot week as the National Weather Service Norman, OK, has issued a heat advisory in effect from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. CDT today. Heat index values are expected to reach up to 110 degrees. Residents are encouraged to take precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses.
Tech company tests life-saving sensors inside Oklahoma County jail
Radar technology developed for space is being tested in Oklahoma County Jail to monitor inmates' health and prevent fatalities. The system alerts staff of distress like overdoses or fights.
Hot week upcoming, but some relief not too far away!
One of the hottest weeks of Summer this week folks! EMSA continues the heat alert. OKC may tap 100 degrees for the first time this Summer on Wednesday. Heat Index 105 to near 110 degrees. Rare, and welcomed, is a early August “cold front”! Highs in the 80s with at least some rain/storm chances. That […]
Road closures expected as Myriad Convention Center demolition continues
Electrical line rerouting to close E.K. Gaylord's far right lane in OKC as Myriad Convention Center makes way for new Thunder arena.
DA charges five in elderly exploitation case
EL RENO – Five people – three of them from Yukon – face prison as Canadian County prosecutors claim they financially took advantage of a vulnerable senior citizen. Charges of exploitation of an elderly person or disabled adult were filed June 12 in Canadian County District Court against these defendants:
Long-time courthouse shoe shiner dies at 87
Cleo Fields, a long-time shoe shiner at the Oklahoma County Courthouse, has died at age 87.
