Council takes action on south-side emergency shelter, Paseo streetscapes
Paseo streetscapes, new appointees, abandoned buildings, and a permit for an Emergency Shelter and Feeding Site were among the items on the agenda Tuesday.
Jail Trust votes to request money, Sheriff packs the room
The July 29 meeting of the Criminal Justice Authority featured Sheriff's office presentations and comments on the topic of ICE agents at the Jail.
OKCPS suddenly bails on SeeWorth name and campus
OKCPS announced Friday that they will move the planned SeeWorth alternative school program to the Putnam Heights building at N.W. 36th and N. Georgia.
Police continue search for hit and run driver in March auto-bike accident
Police still don't know who the car driver was who hit and killed Oklahoma City chef and bike commuter Chad Epley March 21. But, someone knows.
Commissioners honor retiree, renew contracts, and question sheriff again
The Oklahoma County Board of County Commissioners met in their regular weekly session Wednesday where they renewed contracts, questioned the sheriff, and honored a long-term employee who was retiring.
OK County Commissioners divided on ICE officers stationed in County Jail
Oklahoma County's three commissioners are divided in their opinions about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents being stationed full-time in the Oklahoma County Jail.
Three metro teachers state finalists for teacher of the year
Three teachers from the metro were among 12 statewide announced as Teacher of the Year finalists Tuesday morning.
Jail Trust and Mistrust – New Criminal Justice Authority meets
July 22nd was the regular meeting of the Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Authority. The gallery was full because of the issue of ICE officers at the Jail.
Homelessness Task Force reveals plan to create plan
July 19, 2019 was the first public meeting of the Mayor’s Task Force on Homelessness. It was a bit of a mess.
OK County Planning Commission takes on zoning revisions long overdue
The Oklahoma County Planning Commission considered the long overdue zoning changes to be finalized later.
OKCPS Board denies Wheeler District charter again
It's "no" again for frustrated Wheeler District developers who want to establish a charter school with a fixed collection zone similar to John Rex charter downtown.
Vigil protests ICE agents stationed at Oklahoma County Jail
A vigil held outside the Oklahoma County Jail Friday evening drew attention to U.S. Immigration and Customs (ICE) officers stationed at the jail full-time.
Voters strongly approve both props in Oklahoma City election Tuesday
In Tuesday's special election, Oklahoma City voters approved two propositions by wide margins.
OKC voters go to the polls for city charter changes
Two propositions will be decided Tuesday as City of Oklahoma City residents in four counties go to the polls in their precincts or at their election boards.
New Chief chosen for Oklahoma City Police Department
Wade Gourley is now the 50th Chief of Police for the Oklahoma City Police Department. He is a 30 year veteran of the department.
