New leadership ushers calm at Oklahoma state education board
In its first meeting since Ryan Walters’ resignation, Oklahoma’s state education board shifted from political fights to long-overdue school decisions.
Ryan Walters faces ethics inquiry over alliance role
Former state schools chief Ryan Walters is under a new ethics investigation over his promotion of a conservative nonprofit while in public office.
Police seek leads in fatal shooting on NE 23rd Street in OKC
Police are investigating and seeking tips after 53-year-old Glenn Denson was shot and killed late Saturday near NE 23rd St. in OKC.
Elderly man in OKC police takedown dies at 72
Nearly a year after an OKC police officer slammed him to the ground, Vietnamese elder Lich Vu has died at 72. His family’s civil-rights case continues.
Poll—Broad support for renewing health insurance tax credits
A new KFF poll shows most Americans—including many Trump supporters—want ACA tax credits renewed, adding pressure on Congress as the shutdown fight drags on.
Okla Gov Stitt names new state schools superintendent
Gov. Kevin Stitt appointed a retired CareerTech administrator to lead the Okla State Dept. of Ed and a “turnaround team” of officials from across the state.
Tribes say OKC’s Rep. Lucas blocks land return
Tribes say OKC’s Rep. Frank Lucas is stalling their 150-year fight for 10,000 acres near El Reno while pushing $16.6M for a research center.
Two Oklahoma County men sentenced in federal pipe bomb case
Caught with a pipe bomb and ammo, two Oklahoma men are headed to federal prison. Here’s how a traffic stop unraveled a bigger case.
20th anniversary of Fiestas de las Américas OKC draws 1,000s
Thousands filled Historic Capitol Hill as Fiesta de las Américas marked its 20th anniversary with a parade, music, and a showcase of Hispanic culture.
Jury convicts OKC teen in 2024 OKC convenience store killing
A fight inside an OKC convenience store ended in gunfire and a teen’s death. Now a jury says the shooter will spend life in prison with no chance of parole.
Plaza Calle Dos Cinco opens as Capitol Hill centerpiece
Capitol Hill’s decades-long dream is now reality! 🎉 Plaza Calle Dos Cinco opens with music, food & culture—celebrating community, history & growth.
Police: Man shot after throwing bricks at officer in OKC
Police report a man was shot after hurling bricks and wood at an OCPD officer in SW OKC. He’s hospitalized; officer has minor injuries.
Walters to quit as state supt, head anti-teachers-union org
State Supt. Ryan Walters says he’ll resign in October, over a year before his term ends, to lead a conservative group fighting teachers’ unions.
Public forum tackles OKC affordable housing crisis
At a public forum on affordable housing, OKC leaders detailed progress and challenges in addressing the city’s housing crisis ahead of next month’s bond vote.
Controversial Oklahoma turnpike route will shift westward
The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority has shifted the controversial Norman-area turnpike route 2 miles west, aiming to limit impacts on homes and the environment.
