Man fatally shot in SW OKC domestic dispute
A man was shot and killed in the dark early hours of Sunday, June 15, during what police believe was a domestic disturbance in southwest Oklahoma City.
Resist the summer heat with these films of fun, friendship
Escape the heat and dive into fun, friendship, and film this June in OKC with classics, comedies, and heartfelt tales lighting up local screens!
June concerts see locals, tours, Juneteenth celebrations
From Juneteenth on the East to GWAR, Wilderado & more, OKC’s June concerts offer something for everyone in the Oklahoma City metro!
Pollard’s season closer, ‘The Shark is Broken’, witty, sharp
Set sail for sharp, witty drama! 🎭 The Shark is Broken, Pollard’s season closer, runs through July 5. Catch this Jaws-inspired gem in Guthrie at The Pollard
‘No Kings!’ protest draws 1,000s to downtown Oklahoma City
Hundreds marched from Scissortail Park to join those waiting at OKC City Hall to protest Trump’s D.C. military parade, calling it primarily a political display.
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deadCenter 2025 names festival winners, new executive director
deadCenter Film Fest celebrated its 25th year Saturday with top honors for “500 Fireflies,” “Drowned Land,” “67 Bombs to Enid” and more at Okla Contemporary.
Teen stabbed to death during sibling fight in OKC
Immanuel Taylor, 13, died after a stabbing in southeastern Oklahoma City. Police believe it occurred during a fight with his sibling. The investigation begins.
‘NO KINGS’ Okla City march and rally Saturday — what to know
‘No Kings OKC’ march and rally set for Saturday, June 14. Starts 9 a.m. at OKC Blvd. & Hudson, ends at City Hall Park. Here’s what to know: #NoKingsOKC
Uncertainty at Epic Charter Schools after cuts, resignations
Families and educators at Epic Charter School face a summer of uncertainty as the charter school system downsizes its staff, facilities and course offerings.
Timmons takes House District 97 in decisive win
Aletia Timmons wins the House District 97 Dem primary for eastern OKC and Okla County in a special election June 10. No others filed so Timmons takes the seat.
Catch these must-sees at deadCenter 2025 this week
The 25th deadCenter Film Festival kicks off Wed. with its biggest lineup ever—more films, parties, and panels through the weekend. Explore the can’t-miss picks!
Police still investigating 2021 homicide, ask for tips
Four years after Larry McDowell was killed in a 2021 OKC shooting, police say the case is still active and ask for tips. “This is not a cold case.”
Poverty rate persists as Oklahoma lawmakers debate the fix
Oklahoma faces a worsening cycle of poverty amid population growth, stagnant wages, and political divides over how best to solve the deepening crisis.
Punch Brothers bringing bold bluegrass modernism to Tower
Punch Brothers bring genre-bending bluegrass brilliance to OKC’s Tower Theatre June 16, with new music, a new lineup, and bold improvisational energy.
Okla inks $74 million deal to privatize prison food service
Oklahoma DOC will spend $74M outsourcing prison food to Trinity Services Group, despite past complaints in other states. 2 hot meals, cold lunches are planned.
Boys & Girls Club in OKC gets makeover from NBA, Emirates
OKC’s Boys & Girls Club unveiled its new Wonder Room—an NBA Cares and Emirates project—just in time for the Finals, blending fun, tech, and inspiration.
OKCMOA’s Ansel Adams exhibit reveals life beyond the lens
“Discovering Ansel Adams” opens June 7 at OKCMOA, offering rare insight into the legendary photographer’s life, process, and evolution as an artist.
Man shot, killed while riding bicycle in south OKC
A man was shot and killed while riding his bike in south OKC early Monday. It marks the city’s 29th homicide of 2025. No arrests have been made.
Trump-backed tax, spending bill adds $2.4T to deficit: CBO
The CBO says the GOP-backed tax and spending bill would add $2.4T to the deficit and cause 10.9M to lose health coverage by 2034 if enacted as written.