Court orders Trump admin to pay full $9B in SNAP benefits
A judge ordered the Trump administration to pay full November SNAP benefits, saying it used hunger as political leverage during the government shutdown.
Recreational marijuana petition drive fails
Oklahoma’s latest effort to legalize recreational marijuana falls short as organizers pull the plug on the SQ 837 petition drive.
OCCC expands access through microcredentials, ESL classes
Dr. Mautra Jones leads OCCC in empowering new citizens and workers with fast, flexible programs like ESL and microcredentials built for real-world success.
‘You are the American dream’ — 39 take citizenship oath
Thirty-nine immigrants from 23 countries gained citizenship Oct. 31 at Oklahoma City Community College, swearing the oath in a moving naturalization ceremony.
Teen found gunshot, dying on OKC Classen Blvd — no suspects
A Hispanic teen male was found dying with gunshot wounds on the side of OKC Classen Boulevard Friday night. Police are asking for your tips at (405) 297-1200.
Sit-in site in OKC now honors civil rights icon Clara Luper
Thousands gathered in OKC to dedicate a new plaza honoring Clara Luper and the 1958 Katz Drug sit-in that propelled the local civil rights movement.
Search warrants target Pittman in ethics, fraud inquiry
Oklahoma Rep. Ajay Pittman is under investigation for alleged forgery and misuse of campaign funds. Agents seized electronics and records in October raids.
Shutdown threatens Oklahoma Head Start for 2,500 children
A federal shutdown could force four Oklahoma Head Start programs to close next week, disrupting care for 2,500 children in rural, low-income communities.
Food crisis looms as Oklahoma leaders urge special session
More than 680,000 Oklahomans could lose food assistance Saturday, Nov. 1. Leaders are urging a special session, but the state has yet to commit emergency funds.
Rising home insurance costs stir backlash in Oklahoma
Oklahoma homeowners face surging insurance costs, sparking public frustration and prompting lawmakers to consider new consumer protections in 2026.
‘Howdy’ mural brings Okla welcome to OKC Convention Center
🎨 A bold “Howdy” now greets visitors at the OKC Convention Center — Nick Bayer’s mural celebrates Oklahoma’s icons, history and Route 66 heritage.
Public shut out of police information by City of Okla City
A new policy lets the City of Oklahoma City police block access to routine incident reports, raising alarms about transparency and public accountability.
Special screening of doc ‘Bad Press’ to support press freedom
A special screening of award-winning documentary “Bad Press” on Nov 6th will raise funds and support for journalistic freedom at a time when it’s needed most.
DA charges EMBARK driver after bus runs over pedestrian
A city bus driver has been charged with negligent homicide after a September incident in which a city bus ran over a pedestrian in northwest Oklahoma City.
SNAP aid may end soon for 500,000 in Oklahoma
SNAP benefits for 680K+ Oklahomans could end Nov. 1 if the federal shutdown continues, raising hunger fears and uncertainty across the state.
