Gold Dome venue plans move forward with questions, doubts
The historic Gold Dome building on Classen Blvd could be getting a new, costly lease on life even as some city leaders have expressed concerns about the plan.
Police who shot, killed 77-year-old woman won’t be charged
The Oklahoma County Grand Jury will not bring charges against the seven Oklahoma City Police officers who shot and killed an armed woman in October.
Peace between labor and future new arena operators? Maybe.
The new Downtown arena hasn’t even broken ground yet, but the City is already taking steps to avoid labor disputes and operational complications once it opens.
Jail officer booked for assault and battery of detainee
A detention officer with the Oklahoma County Detention Center (Jail/OCDC) has been booked for assault and battery of a detainee and fired.
Latest Oklahoma County Jail death adds to growing 2024 list
Early Tuesday Oklahoma County Detention Center officers discovered a detainee who had died in his cell. The cause of death is unknown at this time.
Business owners fear OK County Jail move will destroy livelihoods
Del City business owners worry that a new county jail that could open within a few miles of them, will negatively impact their livelihoods if a court allows it.
Incumbent, 2 challengers seek OKCPS’s top school board seat
A three-way race for the top school board seat in Oklahoma City Public Schools features a longtime incumbent and two challengers intent on change.
OKCPD officer charged with felony from arrest of 71-yr-old
An Oklahoma City Police Officer was charged with a criminal felony Wednesday by Oklahoma County DA Vicki Behenna stemming from an arrest of a 71-year-old.
With 450,000 riders, OKC RAPID bus line hits 1st anniversary
With more than 450,000 riders in its first year, and an average of 1,500 riders per day, the new RAPID NW bus service hit its 1st anniversary Wednesday, Dec. 4.
Fight inside far NW OKC home ends with stabbing, then death
A conflict inside a home in far northwest Oklahoma City Tuesday ended with a stabbing of a 27-year-old man who later died from the wounds.
Lee E. Cooper, Jr. takes Ward 7 Oklahoma City Council seat
Lee E. Cooper, Jr., a former councilman, has been appointed by the Oklahoma City Council to once again serve as councilmember for Ward 7.
Man shot to death in SE OKC, suspect booked for murder
A confrontation in SE OKC Friday resulted in one man being shot to death in the front yard of a home. The suspect has been booked on a murder complaint.
Commissioners vote ARPA $39M for jail-connected psych unit
Okla County Commissioners approved an MOU that locks in $39 million for a new mental/behavioral health facility to be connected to a new future jail.
Oklahoma Judicial Nominating Commission launches search for state’s next Supreme Court justice
Applicants looking to serve on Oklahoma’s Supreme Court can now apply to serve on the state’s highest court after Justice Kauger was not retained.
Homeless Alliance warms the winter with annual Turkey Tango
The annual "Turkey Tango" full Thanksgiving meal was served at the OKC Homeless Alliance Day Shelter on Wednesday, November 27, the day before Thanksgiving.
