Oklahoma man sentenced for choking and killing 19-year-old co-worker
EDMOND, Okla. (TCN) -- A 29-year-old man will spend the rest of his life behind bars for killing a teen co-worker almost a decade ago. The Oklahoma County District Attorney's Office announced Sept. 17 that Joseph Beck received a life sentence without the possibility of parole in connection with the death of...
Oklahoma’s Cities Growing With Crime Anxiety
Despite the majority of Oklahomans feeling safer than most places across the country, a new study shows that certain places in the state have become more worried recently.
Central Oklahoma Habitat for Humanity celebrates single moms’ new homes
[box type="shadow"] Summary: – Three single mothers received keys to their new Habitat homes in Oklahoma City. – Dedications were held at Cornerstone Creek, with volunteers preparing new buil...
SEC Week 4: Sellers’ Playing Status Key for South Carolina
After a thrilling Week 3 in the SEC that delivered an all-time classic in Georgia’s win at Tennessee, the SEC will attempt to deliver an encore. Here are three can’t-miss matchups for Saturday. Missouri (3-0) vs. South Carolina (2-1, 0-1 SEC) In a matchup that may prove crucial...
Supt. Ryan Walters announces statewide tutoring investment
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Superintendent Ryan Walters announced on Thursday a $3,000,000 tutoring investment for programs across Oklahoma. Officials say the investment is focused on improving student learning and literacy in both urban and rural schools. Students will also be provided with research-based, small-group...
Strategies to lower your risk of skin cancer
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Dr. Melinda Cail from Primary Health Partners joined us in the KFOR Studio on Thursday to educate viewers on how to lower the chances of a cancer diagnosis. Using proper protection from the sun is key to preventing skin cancer. Cail explains the importance of...
Safety tips from the Oklahoma State Fair: Alexis Young and Deputy Hardin share advice
Today, Alexis Young was live at the Oklahoma State Fair for our bimonthly Play it Safe segment. She and Deputy Tara Hardin spoke about some easy tips on how to stay safe.
Safe Living Options Beyond Oklahoma’s Major Cities
Despite the majority of Oklahomans feeling safer than most places across the country, a new study shows that certain places in the state have become more worried recently.
$11.5 million raised so far to transform Crossroads Mall into resource hub
The Crossroads Mall has sat empty for years, but a new plan is looking to change that and bring it back to life.
Oklahoma’s harm reduction law inches toward expiration
Volunteers for Shred the Stigma gather every other Saturday to build kits containing fentanyl testing strips and clean syringes. Harm reduction programs, like Shred the Stigma, work to connect people who use drugs with overdose reversal medication, resources for mental health care and substance use treatment, and...
