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Oklahoma mother gifted home with safe space to raise son with autism
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOCO) -- Before Wednesday, Robin Coleman said her family felt unwelcome in apartments because her son has autism. Putting a roof over his head where he could be free is what pushed Coleman to make this dream a reality. On Wednesday, Coleman’s 9-year-old son, Rashon, turned the keys...
Iowa’s Bradley Hill to Transfer to OU
First reported by Ross Bartachek of IAWresle, former Iowa heavyweight Bradley Hill is transferring to OU. Hill was the starter at Iowa at heavyweight for the majority of last season, but plans to wrestle for the 197 lb spot at OU that was recently vacated by Stephen Buchanan who transferred to Iowa. Hill was 21-9 last season and finished fifth at the Big Ten Championships and was an NCAA qualifier.
Oklahoma will lose these four games in 2024
One of the two newcomers to the SEC, Oklahoma, is looking to be all about first impressions heading into 2024. Historically, the Sooners have some sort of history with most of the teams they will be playing in conference play this season, but now they are a part of the same one.
EPS Superintendent responds to U.S. flag media uproar via email to families
EDMOND, OKLA (KOKH) — The superintendent of Edmond Public Schools (EPS),Dr. Angela Grunewald, sent an email to EPS families regarding a student who was told to remove a large American flag from their vehicle. In the letter, Dr. Grunewald outlined the district's stance on flags on campus. She stated...
McAlester resident demands accountability for poor road conditions
MCALESTER, Okla. — A McAlester resident is raising concerns over the current state and upkeep of the city's roads. Don Riley is a longtime resident. He says he loves living in McAlester, but he doesn't love the conditions of the roads he uses daily. “You can go west, you...
Conflict over party chair splits Osage GOP
It's a presidential election year, but members of the Osage County Republican Party appeared divided Aug. 22 as Vice Chair Cathy Miller and a group of party members gathered at an Elks Lodge in the Sand Springs area and continued an effort that began in July to oust Shawna Myers, the county party chair.
Commerce Funding Commitment Helps Make New Rural Hospital a Reality
Eight years after the closing of Tillman County Memorial Hospital, the community of Frederick, Okla., came together with federal, state and local leaders to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Comanche County Memorial Hospital. “This is the first time in 50 years that a hospital has been rebuilt after closure,...
Bartlesville City Council to Discuss Resolution Addressing Public Drag Shows
The Bartlesville City Council is expected to discuss a resolution Tuesday related to public drag queen performances, with the intent to firm up First Amendment protections and public safety for drag performers, attendees and protestors. The controversy arose in 2022 during the Bartlesville Pride event held at Unity Square, where...
City issues statement on DEQ boil advisory
On Aug. 28 The Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality required that Ponca City Municipal Water Public Water Supply to inform users of a boil advisory for facilities on 900 south Enterprise Road. The advisory asked residents to use water that has been brought to a full, rolling boil for at...
Oklahoma Rodeo Loses 40 Horses, Housing First Model Reshapes OKC Homelessness Fight, OKC Labor Day Holiday Schedule: This Week’s Top News Stories
Oklahoma Rodeo Company Lost Over 40 Horses Due to Contaminated Feed – RFD-TV Beutler and Son Rodeo Company, based in Elk City, Oklahoma since 1929, recently lost between 40-70 horses due to contaminated feed. The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture is investigating how a poisonous cattle drug ended up in the horse feed mix. Dr. Gregg VeneKlasen stated that tiny amounts of monensin can be fatal for horses. The Beutlers still care for 140 horses while awaiting test results on the feed sample.
Updated Thunder Future Draft Picks: Ranking the top-5 best assets
The new-look OKC Thunder enter the year as the Western Conference favorites, yet they still own arguably the most desirable draft-capital treasure chest in the NBA. Keep reading for a detailed breakdown of Oklahoma City's future first-rounders, along with their top-five best assets ranked. Because the Stepien Rule forbids teams from trading picks more than seven years in the future, the list spans until the 2031 season.
Army Begins Cognitive Testing of New Recruits
AUGUST 30, 2024 — The Army has begun baseline cognitive assessments during Initial Entry Training, and all services will follow in the coming months, officials say. The Army is taking a multipronged approach to reduce brain health risks, including improved awareness through a Force Health Protection Information Campaign; expanded brain health monitoring; identification of blast overpressure protective measures; tracking and monitoring blast exposure; and developing a comprehensive strategy to enhance and advance the science and medical care for brain injuries, said Col. Jama Vanhorne-Sealy, who oversees the Occupational Health Directive, Force Health Protection in the Office of the Surgeon General.
Softball complex to get $15 million facility
In preparation for hosting the softball competition for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic games, plans are underway to add a 32,000 square foot indoor practice facility as well as locker rooms to the USA Softball Hall of Fame complex in northeast Oklahoma City. The $15 million project would include pitching...
OU Community Preparing For Season Opener Against Temple
As the Oklahoma Sooners prepare for their first game of the 2024 college football season on Friday, fans and Norman community members are coming out in support of their team. With OU kicking off its first season in the Southeastern Conference by hosting the Temple Owls, fans are eagerly awaiting Friday afternoon's kickoff.
Buckle up for Lane’s Sake volleyball tournament: Day 2
On day two of the Buckle Up for Lane’s Sake volleyball tournament, local teams competed in bracket play. In the gold bracket championship, the Henrietta Lady ‘Cats battled the Lindsay Lady Knights. Henrietta won in straight sets: In the silver bracket semifinals, Christ Academy played Bowie. The Lady Warriors won in straight sets: Christ Academy […]
3 East Texas siblings killed, father injured in crash
GRAYSON COUNTY, Texas — Three children are dead following a crash in Grayson County. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, on Friday around 7:20 p.m., troopers responded to a three-vehicle crash on US 69, near Penny Rd. The preliminary investigation indicated a Hyundai Elantra, driven by Hyrum...
Denison adds to art-focused downtown with new Yellowjackets statue
DENISON, Texas (KXII) - Before the famed Battle of the Ax on Friday night, the City of Denison unveiled a new piece of community pride. Over the last decade, city leadership has worked to transform Downtown Denison into a space that celebrates creativity and the arts. Now, there’s a new...
Two of Texas’ Most Wanted Offenders Back in Custody
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces two Texas 10 Most Wanted offenders are back in custody. Authorities arrested Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitive Dewarren Knowles on Aug. 17 and Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender Antioneo Sims on Aug. 27. A Crime Stoppers reward will be paid in Sims’ arrest.
Saturday Morning Oklahoma Earthquake: Is Your Home Prepared for More Tremors?
Alex, OK – Residents of Alex, Oklahoma, may have felt a jolt early this Saturday morning as a magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck just 10 kilometers north-northeast of the town. The earthquake, which occurred at 8:17 a.m. UTC, was shallow, with a depth of just 0.5 kilometers, increasing the potential for noticeable shaking across the region.
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