Governor announces homeless encampment sweep operation in Oklahoma City

An initiative to clear homeless encampments that began in Tulsa, called Operation SAFE, has now spread to Oklahoma City, Gov. Kevin Stitt said in an announcement Monday afternoon. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol and the Oklahoma Department of...

Oklahoma Lawmakers to Reexamine State Energy Needs

Utilities Committee Schedules Interim Hearing Still another look into Oklahoma’s energy needs will be taken by the Utilities Committee of the House of Representatives. The committee, under the leadership of Rep. Mike Dobrinski (R-Okarche), plans...

Oklahoma Chronicle: Sen. James Lankford talks frustrations as government shutdown continues

Oklahoma Chronicle: Sen. James Lankford talks frustrations as government shutdown continues The federal government shutdown continues, and its eventual end is uncertain as millions of Americans are affected by the loss of jobs or federal funding...

At least 12 people moved to shelter during first day of Operation SAFE in Oklahoma City

At least 12 people moved to shelter during first day of Operation SAFE in Oklahoma City Gov. Kevin Stitt announced the launch of Operation SAFE in Oklahoma City, aiming to remove homeless camps and provide housing. Updated: 10:28 PM CDT Oct 27,...

Scientists Urge You to Rethink Coffee Disposal: Protect Your Plumbing and Environment by Avoiding Drain Damage

IN A NUTSHELL ☕ The environmental impact of pouring coffee down drains is gaining attention due to potential harm to water systems. 🌍 Caffeine pollution affects the ecosystems of rivers and lakes, disrupting aquatic life globally. 🚫 Proper...

5:00 a.m. the power issue the power issue Socialism or Abundance? By Simon van Zuylen-Wood Two visions fight for the Democratic Party’s soul as it searches for purpose, direction, and a modicum of popularity.

Photo-Illustration: New York Magazine; Photos Matt Wilson/Comedy Central’s The Daily Show Since last November’s election defeat, the Democratic Party has been subject to an endless battery of postmortems, and a shadow primary is already being...

Mark Daigneault, OKC players break silence on Nikola Topic’s cancer diagnosis

The Oklahoma City Thunder recently dropped some stunning news with regards to the condition of one of their key young talents. On Thursday, general manager Sam Presti revealed to reporters that Nikola Topic was diagnosed with testicular cancer, in...

Free, Family-Friendly Spots Near Lawton, Oklahoma To Escape

Before you say it - these spots may not actually cure depression. But they're the best places I've found peace and quiet when the noise of the world gets a little too loud. And these days, a little silence could go a very long ways for most of us....

OU’s Homecoming Mums: 70 Years of Crimson and Cream Tradition

Summary The 70-year OU mum tradition includes crimson and cream blooms to symbolize unity, pride, and the homecoming spirit. Months of planning and horticultural science keep mums blooming on schedule despite the weather. After homecoming, mums...

Hunters Against Hunger: Turning dear season into a season of giving

ADA, Okla. (KXII) - Donated game meat is turning into food on the table for families in need through a program that has been serving Oklahomans for 23 years. With the help of local hunters and processors, Hunters Against Hunger continues to grow...

Lawmakers Get Earful As Oklahoma Home Insurance Rates Skyrocket

Sign up today for First Watch! Want to understand Oklahoma better? Sign up for First Watch and let Ted Streuli guide you beyond the surface of daily news. Oklahoma’s reputation as a low-cost-of-living state is taking a hit after recent hikes to...

Climate Change Is Messing With Global Wind Speeds, Impacting Planetary Health

By Sean Mowbray Climate change is affecting global wind patterns in multiple ways, many of which have direct implications for human health. Worsening sand and dust storms, wildfires intensified by record-setting winds, and increasingly severe...

City Council Candidate Profile: Gina Taruscio two-time incumbent highlights sustainable water supply and housing growth in the Moscow City Council race  

Gina Taruscio has been a part of Moscow’s city council for eight years and is running for her third term in 2025. According to her campaign Facebook page, Taruscio aims to secure a sustainable water supply and support local housing growth....

Oklahoma’s Annie Schneider Heads to National FFA Convention with Speech on Overgrazing

Annie Schneider from the Seiling FFA Chapter will represent Oklahoma in the 2025 National Prepared Public Speaking Contest at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis. Schneider spoke with senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays about this...

Hunters advised to keep eyes open for snakes

Sports October 23, 2025 WILDLIFE NEWS Temperatures have remained warm this fall, meaning many snakes may still be active as hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts take to the field. The Oklahoma D e p a r t m e n t of Wildlife C o n s e r v a t i o...

NextEra Energy Declares New Dividend, Expands in Oklahoma

NextEra Energy Declares Quarterly Dividend NextEra Energy, a Florida-based company with multiple projects across Oklahoma, declared its latest quarterly common stock dividend. The Board of Directors approved a dividend of $0.5665 per share,...

Thunder's Nikola Topic diagnosed with testicular cancer, undergoing chemotherapy

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topic has been diagnosed with testicular cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy. Sam Presti, the team's general manager, announced the diagnosis on Thursday. Topic had a testicular procedure earlier in the month....

Roaming Charges: Grave Disorders

Vince Ray‘s cover art (detail) for The Damned’s Grave Disorder, Nitro Records, 2001. They who have put out the people’s eyes reproach them of their blindness. – John Milton + On October 17, Phillip Brown, a 33-year-old Black man, was driving his...

Oddities and Curiosities Expo Announces 2026 Tour Across U.S. and Canada

TULSA, Okla., Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Prepare yourselves for the weirdest event of the year! The Oddities and Curiosities Expo, the ultimate celebration of all things peculiar and extraordinary, will return in 2026, descending on 40 cities...

Harvard Dental Uses Latest Technology For Efficient Root Canal Treatments In Tulsa

(MENAFN- Market Press Release) October 30, 2025 8:39 am - Harvard Dental in Tulsa leverages the latest technology for efficient, pain-free root canal treatments. Led by Dr. Jason Weilacher, the clinic offers advanced care that ensures patient...