Teen arrested after deadly shooting in west Oklahoma City
A 20-year-old is in custody after a shooting in west OKC left one man dead and a woman wounded. Police say the suspect fled but was later arrested.
Man booked in OKC murder had prior felony warrants
A man booked in OKC’s 58th homicide of 2025 also faces 2023 complaints of kidnapping, assault, firearm use and more. He remains held on $10M+ bond.
Flooded, moldy—and facing eviction anyway
Tenants in Oklahoma face eviction for withholding rent, even in unsafe conditions. Leaks, mold, and broken promises don’t protect them from losing their homes.
Court orders Trump admin to pay full $9B in SNAP benefits
A judge ordered the Trump administration to pay full November SNAP benefits, saying it used hunger as political leverage during the government shutdown.
Recreational marijuana petition drive fails
Oklahoma’s latest effort to legalize recreational marijuana falls short as organizers pull the plug on the SQ 837 petition drive.
OCCC expands access through microcredentials, ESL classes
Dr. Mautra Jones leads OCCC in empowering new citizens and workers with fast, flexible programs like ESL and microcredentials built for real-world success.
‘You are the American dream’ — 39 take citizenship oath
Thirty-nine immigrants from 23 countries gained citizenship Oct. 31 at Oklahoma City Community College, swearing the oath in a moving naturalization ceremony.
Teen found gunshot, dying on OKC Classen Blvd — no suspects
A Hispanic teen male was found dying with gunshot wounds on the side of OKC Classen Boulevard Friday night. Police are asking for your tips at (405) 297-1200.
Sit-in site in OKC now honors civil rights icon Clara Luper
Thousands gathered in OKC to dedicate a new plaza honoring Clara Luper and the 1958 Katz Drug sit-in that propelled the local civil rights movement.
Search warrants target Pittman in ethics, fraud inquiry
Oklahoma Rep. Ajay Pittman is under investigation for alleged forgery and misuse of campaign funds. Agents seized electronics and records in October raids.
Shutdown threatens Oklahoma Head Start for 2,500 children
A federal shutdown could force four Oklahoma Head Start programs to close next week, disrupting care for 2,500 children in rural, low-income communities.
Food crisis looms as Oklahoma leaders urge special session
More than 680,000 Oklahomans could lose food assistance Saturday, Nov. 1. Leaders are urging a special session, but the state has yet to commit emergency funds.
Rising home insurance costs stir backlash in Oklahoma
Oklahoma homeowners face surging insurance costs, sparking public frustration and prompting lawmakers to consider new consumer protections in 2026.
‘Howdy’ mural brings Okla welcome to OKC Convention Center
🎨 A bold “Howdy” now greets visitors at the OKC Convention Center — Nick Bayer’s mural celebrates Oklahoma’s icons, history and Route 66 heritage.
Public shut out of police information by City of Okla City
A new policy lets the City of Oklahoma City police block access to routine incident reports, raising alarms about transparency and public accountability.
