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music

Grunge, funk, and ambiance reign in local summer music EPs

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The busy summer season is the perfect time to dive into some of the best recent short-form releases from locals across rock, pop, and even experimental ambient.
plane

Plane hit hay bale on takeoff and crashed killing 4 says FAA

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A private plane taking off from a far NW OKC private airport crashed Tuesday afternoon killing four on board. An NTSB investigation is underway.
film

Iconoclastic Gen X films fill OKC theaters in August

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The 80s and 90s output of Gen X filmmakers changed the landscape of film forever, and OKC is showing some of the period's best cult classics through August.
Crime

Suspected shooting victim found by police on Southside

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Police have identified a possible shooting victim they found dead on the Southside Sunday, Aug. 4.
crime

Two dead from suspected murder-suicide on Southside

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Police have identified both the dead suspect and victim in what is believed to be a murder-suicide on Oklahoma City's Southside.

NEWS!

police

Police shoot, kill man in SE OKC during standoff in street

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An hour-long standoff between police and one man in SE OKC Friday ended when police shot and killed the man. 3 officers are now on routine administrative leave.
Pollard

Pollard Theatre Company opens 37th Season in Guthrie

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Guthrie's Pollard Theatre presents an array of unique offerings for their 37th year ranging from a beloved holiday production all the way to Pink Floyd.

City’s latest homicide is death of 2017 shooting victim

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The Oklahoma Medical Examiner has determined that the January death of an Oklahoma City man was from gunshot wounds sustained in 2017.
tacos

Running out of food is good, actually, at Taqueria La Nortenita

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If you’re in NE OKC around lunchtime, do yourself a favor and grab some cash (no cards at this truck) and your phone and call ahead to Taqueria La Nortenita.
money

Oklahoma undocumented immigrants paid $227.5 million in taxes, report finds

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Undocumented  immigrants in Oklahoma contributed millions to Social Security, state, and local taxes in 2022 according to a recent report by a tax policy org.
zoo

Oklahoma City Zoo Celebrates 100 Years at Lincoln Park!

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The Oklahoma City Zoo marks its 100th birthday with record attendance and new additions, including Expedition Africa, far beyond its humble beginnings.
Crime

In bloody Sunday killings 1 suspect, 3 victims named so far

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OKLAHOMA CITY -- In the course of four hours Sunday evening three people were shot to death. One of the victims lived long enough to...
Cinderella

Lyric’s ‘Cinderella’ a revelation for deaf, ASL inclusion

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In a unique and powerful new production of fantasy classic "Cinderella," Lyric presents a groundbreaking incorporation of sign language and broad inclusion.
charter school

Charter board could face contempt charges for ignoring Supreme Court order

The nine members of the state Charter School Board could face contempt following another meeting in which they rebuffed an order from the Okla Supreme Court.
film

August brings anniversary screenings to OKC theaters

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August brings a wave of cinema classics both historical and modern, each celebrating a landmark anniversary in OKC theaters this month.
Oklahoma County Jail

Detainee dies in Okla County Jail — 5th in 2024

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A detainee in the Oklahoma County Detention Center or Jail was found dead in his cell during breakfast Monday, July 29.
Biffle

Brigitte Biffle takes on heavy role of Chief Public Defender

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Brigitte Biffle is the new Chief Public Defender of Okla County. She succeeds the revered Robert “Bob” Ravitz who recruited her specifically to take the reigns.
ambulances

OKC Fire Dept ambulance crews complete 1st month of service

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At the end of the first month where the first two of OKC Fire Dept's new ambulances were put into service, two more are being fitted to enter service soon.
Crime

Suspect booked for murder in Southside death from assault

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Police have released the name of the victim and the arrested suspect in a death from assault on the Southside.

Press Releases

PRESS RELEASE: Gilcrease Museum, Cherokee Nation celebrate repatriation of 149-year-old printing press

Gilcrease Museum has returned to the Cherokee Nation the 149-year-old printing press once used to publish the Cherokee Advocate Newspaper.

PRESS RELEASE: OKC City Council approves MAPS 4 Diversion Hub final plans

OKC City Council approved final plans for the MAPS 4 Diversion Hub to help provide services for those navigating the criminal justice system.

PRESS RELEASE: OKC Vision Zero Plan public workshops and public input survey

The City of OKC is encouraging public input for the traffic/pedestrian/biking safety Vision Zero plan through public workshops and an online survey.

PRESS RELEASE: VA and Chickasaw Nation host PACT Act disability claims event August 19

The Chickasaw Nation and VA will host an event assisting veterans with filling out PACT claims for disabilities related to burn pits and toxic substances.

PRESS RELEASE: Sam Noble Museum researchers to lead expeditions investigating Earth’s first mass extinction

Researchers at the Sam Noble Museum been awarded a $621,781 grant to investigate the first major mass extinction in Earth’s history.

PRESS RELEASE: All OK high school seniors can enter for $6,000 scholarship from Oklahoma Hall of Fame

For the 14th year, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame will be awarding the Oklahoma Hall of Fame Scholarship to one Oklahoma high school senior.

Opinion

Letter to the Editor: ‘Building this jail on the backs of children is not the answer’

In this letter to the editor, Gina Standridge argues against putting the new Oklahoma County Jail at 1901 Grand Blvd only blocks away from a Mid-Del elementary.

Let’s not have to say NEVER AGAIN – AGAIN

The new Oklahoma County jail should be located where it is legal to build. It is a legal problem that will cost the county millions of dollars if ignored.

Open Letter: Against tax-financing approach on new arena

22 Oklahoma academic economists issue an open letter arguing against using a public tax and financing approach to funding the construction of a new OKC arena.

The Choctaw Nation will enforce the law

In this guest opinion column, Chief Gary Batton of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma argues that the Choctaw Nation will enforce the law.

Okla’s AG: Open records and meetings foster better government

Oklahoma's Attorney General Gentner Drummond weighs in on the importance of open records and open meetings in government.