Hispanic Day Rally

Controversial Oklahoma immigration law draws second legal challenge

A second federal lawsuit was filed Thursday against a controversial Oklahoma immigration law that was HB4156 before Governor Kevin Stitt signed it into law.
crime

Three homicides in 12 hours put OKCPD detectives to work

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In the course of just a little over 12 hours Monday afternoon to dark morning Tuesday, three people were shot to death on OKC in three different locations.
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Memorial Day Weekend events for fun and remembrance in OKC

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Here are some great ideas for what to do over this Memorial Day Weekend from festivals to conventions to memorial services.
mental health

Forum puts OKC’s first responders, mental health pros in same room

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Councilwoman JoBeth Hamon's town hall highlighted OKC's mental health initiatives, aiming to inform and destigmatize while showcasing achievements.
crime

Man charged in OKC infant’s 2023 death arrested in Texas

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A man charged with causing the death of a five-week-old infant in October, 2023 was arrested by U.S. Marshals in Texas Thursday.
City Council

Okla County is back to square one for a jail location

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The Oklahoma City Council denied the needed zoning changes Tuesday that would allow Oklahoma County to put a new Jail near Del City.
arena

Spot chosen in downtown OKC for new Thunder NBA arena

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The OKC Thunder's ownership group has selected the footprint of the Prairie Surf Studios as their desired spot for the new NBA arena.
library

SW OKC library branch moves into new, permanent building

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The newest branch of the Metropolitan Library System, Almonte Library, opened on May 15, 2024 with crowds of people pushing in to see the big, new space.
Hispanic Day Rally

Hispanic Day rally opposes new law — ‘No somos criminales’

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Hispanic Culture Day at the Okla Capitol saw Latinos and supporters gathered outside of the Capitol to challenge a new state law that criminalizes immigrants.
Oklahoma Capitol

Hispanic advocates plan rally at Oklahoma Capitol to voice frustration about new immigration law

Organizers of the annual Hispanic Cultural Day at the Capitol have changed the format following the signing of a controversial immigration law.
police

Metro police chiefs raise concerns about new Oklahoma law

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Chiefs of Police of Oklahoma metro areas issued a statement Tuesday cautioning about the possible problems with a new law that will take effect July 1.
Real Estate

Zoned out: How Okla zoning laws add to the housing crisis

Without housing that fits budgets, Oklahoma families often sacrifice health care and other necessities to stay housed. Most of the problem is zoning.
education

Dr. Jamie Polk named next Supt of Okla City Public Schools

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Dr. Jamie Polk, 33-year veteran education leader and leader in Oklahoma City Public Schools since 2019 has been selected as the next Superintendent of Schools.
City of Bethany

All Bethany City Workshop ideas missing from Council agenda

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Bethany City Council members seemed surprised Tuesday that none of the proposals discussed in the recent Bethany City workshop made it to the Council meeting.
ballet

OKC Ballet’s SHORTS — 3 iconic dances in 1 show at Civic Center

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Oklahoma City Ballet Company’s spring production, “SHORTS,” at the Civic Center Music Hall provides three dances in one show bound to impress.