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.
Man’s death ruled homicide after nursing home altercation
An 80-year-old man’s death has been ruled a homicide after an altercation at a south OKC nursing home. The Okla County DA will decide if charges are filed.
Get to know the candidates for House District 97
Two Democrats—JeKia Harrison and Aletia Timmons—are vying for the HD-97 seat in NE OKC. The June 10 primary winner secures the seat.
Three jailed in connection with OKC Midtown shooting in May
Three suspects have been arrested in connection with a May 5 shooting near NW 10th and Hudson in Midtown OKC. All face multiple felony charges.
Police shooting claims one life in SE Oklahoma City
An early morning arrest warrant attempt in SE OKC ended in an armed confrontation in which police shot and killed a man. An investigation is underway.
Man killed by bullet passing through wall; woman arrested
A man was killed late Friday after a bullet fired from a neighbor’s home came through a wall. Police arrested a woman on a second-degree murder complaint.
Lawmakers fire Okla mental health commissioner against governor’s wishes
Oklahoma lawmakers voted to remove Mental Health Commissioner Allie Friesen, citing lost confidence amid financial turmoil. Gov. Stitt called it political.
Oklahoma enacts fines, fees reform — tougher sentencing laws
New Oklahoma laws cut some court fees, boost rural mental health funding, and toughen sentences for DUI, shootings, and other serious crimes.
Man charged with murder after girlfriend fatally shot
A OKC man has been arraigned on a second-degree murder charge after his girlfriend died from a gunshot wound earlier in May.
deadCenter preps for 25th annual film festival, biggest ever
deadCenter Film Festival turns 25 with 200 films, Oscar-qualifying shorts, and a citywide celebration of Oklahoma talent June 11–15!
OK Supreme Court upholds surprise jail health inspections
The Oklahoma State Supreme Court issued an opinion supporting surprise state health inspections of the Okla County Jail, opposed by the jail trust.
Oklahoma parents look to opt out of new religious social studies content
Frustrated with “ideologically charged” content, Oklahoma parents are using opt-out rights to reject new standards on the Bible and 2020 election in schools.
Paseo Arts Festival opens with art, music and family fun
The 48th annual Paseo Arts Festival kicked off over Memorial Day weekend, offering a mix of juried art, live music, local food, and art activities.
OKC Parks offers wet, watery summer fun options for less
Cool off for less this summer! OKC Parks’ aquatic centers, spraygrounds, and pools offer fun, affordable ways to beat the heat across the city this Saturday.
