Oklahoma County Sheriff

72-year-old woman killed by police after dangerous car chase

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A car chase Friday evening ended with a crash in southwest OKC, an injured bystander, and 11 officers all firing their guns, killing a 72-year-old suspect.
Oklahoma County Jail

County funds jail, covering shortfall and avoiding state control

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County officials voted Tuesday to approve more than $4M in funds for the county jail following a multi-million dollar budget shortfall and leadership controversies.

Spring up with films of lost souls, found families, and stirring music

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There are some films springing up in the city’s indie theaters in April, each exploring themes of lost souls and found families, and each employing music in unique ways.

Folk-slinging OKC duo Rachel & Griffin get vulgar, go viral

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Folk-singing married couple Rachel Lynch and Griffin Wade are going unexpectedly viral thanks to a new song that's as vulgar as it is catchy.

Largest ‘No Kings’ protest yet sees thousands march through Downtown

Thousands of protesters filled Bicentennial Park Saturday for the largest "No Kings" rally yet in OKC, followed by a march throughout Downtown.

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crime

Northeast OKC shooting leads to 15th homicide for 2026

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A shooting Thursday morning in northeast OKC has left one person dead and a suspect booked on a count of second-degree murder.

City, Thunder officials break ground on billion-dollar new arena

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City officials and OKC Thunder reps held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Continental Coliseum arena, the largest public project in OKC history.

MOMENTUM marking 25 years of spotlighting young art leaders in OK

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MOMENTUM, the annual showcase of young, rising artists, is celebrating its 25th year this weekend, focusing on the energy of youth while nodding to the past.

Human Rights Commission to flag racist language in OKC land docs

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OKC’s Human Rights Commission is combing through century-old land and housing documents to flag discriminatory language, and asking community members for help.

Oklahoma’s housing paradox: Vacant units everywhere, affordable ones nowhere

Despite a huge of stock empty units, Oklahoma's housing crisis persists, with spiraling rent, renovation, and building costs pricing out renters and builders alike.

3 dead, including 2-year-old, in weekend shootings across northwest OKC

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Multiple shootings rocked northwest OKC over the weekend, with three dead, including a 2-year-old girl, all within a 30-hour timeframe and a five-mile span.

Cast off your norms with these weird, wild, left-field music drops

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If you're looking for something decidedly different from OKC music lately, jump into these new releases with chaotic electro, junkyard blues, and computerized hymns.

Perilous desert trek ‘Sirāt’ a transcendental test of nerves

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Oscar-nominee "Sirāt" is a powerful, dangerous journey through a sand-blasted vision of faith, propelled by a groundbreaking sound design and a soul-wrecking plot.

County Commissioner Davidson resigning amid assault allegations

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Oklahoma County Commissioner Myles Davidson announced his resignation Friday after a woman was granted a protective order against him following sexual assault allegations.

‘Solid Light’ illuminates striking art, historic collab at Contemporary

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OK Contemporary has partnered with London's Tate Modern to bring the unique "solid light" artworks of Anthony McCall to OKC in a breathtaking new exhibit.

Okie-eyed Oscars: How an Oklahoma historian helped shape award-winning ‘Sinners’

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Ryan Coogler’s "Sinners" won four Oscars at Sunday’s ceremony, but not everyone may know the Oklahoma professor who had a hand in the film.

Docs show privacy, oversight concerns for camera system used by OKCPD

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Documents released through a FOIA request appear to show little to no oversight or records for how and when police access the AI-powered Flock camera system in OKC.

Southeast OKC homicide leaves police seeking suspects

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A weekend stabbing in southeast Oklahoma City has left one person dead and left police looking for suspects.

OKC Ballet showcases new, original talent with ‘Future Voices’

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OKC Ballet presents "Future Voices," its annual showcase of new, original dances choreographed by the dancers themselves, at Oklahoma Contemporary this weekend.

Press Releases

PRESS RELEASE: OKC Zoo conservation scientist Dr. Emily Geest receives Mayor’s Award from OKC Beautiful

OKC Zoo scientist Dr. Emily Geest received the Mayor’s Award from non-profit OKC Beautiful at their Annual Distinguished Service Awards March 26.

PRESS RELEASE: Early voting open April 2nd and April 3rd

Early voting for the Board of Education General Election, as we as other propositions and municipal elections, begins today for 75 counties across the state.

PRESS RELEASE: Community invited to ‘Cookout with Cops’ in South Oklahoma City

The Neighborhood Alliance of Central OK, the OKC Police Department, and Calle Dos Cinco invite the public to a free event to meet and speak with city police.

PRESS RELEASE: How to prepare for storm season in Oklahoma City

It’s important to stay weather-aware year-round, particularly in spring, when tornado risk increases in Oklahoma City.

PRESS RELEASE: April gallery openings at the Paseo Arts and Creativity Center, including annual ‘Duets’ show

April sees the return of two popular shows at the Paseo Arts and Creativity Center, including "Duets," their annual collaboration with Autism Oklahoma.

PRESS RELEASE: Oklahoma City’s March sales and use tax summary

OKC’s March sales and use tax report shows combined General Fund collections were below this month last year and below the combined monthly projection.

Opinion

For the fire facilities line item on the GO Bond vote

OKC resident James Nimmo advocates for Prop #11 — Fire Facilities — on the General Obligation (GO) Bond vote in the City of Oklahoma City on Tues, Oct. 14.

Holt: ‘Commitment … to stand against evil must endure’

Holt: Thirty years later, Oklahoma City stands united in remembrance and recommits to stand against hate for as many tomorrows as it takes.

Holt: ‘Evil acts…depend on the triumph of dehumanization’

This statement from Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt in 2020, on the 25th anniversary of the Oklahoma City Bombing, still resonates today.

The vocabulary to describe Timothy McVeigh

In this guest opinion for the 30th anniversary of the Oklahoma City Bombing, Constance Squires looks at what we now call the "alt-right" and how it influenced Timothy McVeigh.

Government transparency is critical to living your best life

How can you live your best life? An honest and transparent government is a must for a stable, non-lethal life, long life.