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Brickbat: I Can't Get Into That
Oklahoma State Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters recently told members of the state legislature that he has been locked out of the state Department of Education website for two years. In a video posted to X, Walters and another man, who wasn't identified, said that employees created individual websites during a previous administration, and they did not leave the information on how to access those sites when they left. But some lawmakers wondered why the issue hasn't been solved in two years.
Four booked for murder in July 10 death of NW OKC man
Four booked for murder in July 10 death of NW OKC manFour people have been booked for murder in the shooting death of a man at an apartment complex in NW OKC July 10. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Big gains for Big Lots
Situated at the crossroads of the Choctaw Nation in Durant, Oklahoma, Big Lots' 1.2 million square foot distribution center serves 235 stores within a network of more than 1,300 stores across 48 states. Big Lots is a large national discount retailer, providing everything from furniture to food, as well as household goods and seasonal décor.
Shawnee leaders describe how community came together to rebuild after 2023 tornado
SHAWNEE, Okla. — To celebrate 70 years of service to Oklahoma, KOCO 5 is embarking on an On the Road Tour!. Day two of the tour brought the team to Shawnee, a city that has rebuilt following a destructive 2023 tornado. Shawnee City Manager Andrea Weckmueller-Behringer joined KOCO 5...
Come out and see KOCO 5 during our next On the Road Tour stop in Shawnee
SHAWNEE, Okla. — On Tuesday, KOCO 5 is headed to Shawnee as part of our weeklong On the Road Tour to celebrate our 70th anniversary. For those of you in Shawnee, come see us at Woodland Veterans Park as we'll do our newscasts live at 4 p.m., 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. You're invited to come out at 3:30 p.m. before the newscasts start.
Ammunition vending machines arrive in Oklahoma grocery stores
Some Oklahoma grocery stores now have the controversial ammunition vending machines, according to a PoncaCity Now report. The city of Wetumka's attorney said a deal between the Super C Mart and the vending machine maker, American Rounds, was completed between private parties. American Rounds ammunition vending machines are expanding across the south and Midwest, and being met with some criticism from those who favor more regulations around firearms. But others see no issue.
Oklahoma AG continues push to dissolve religious charter school contract with latest motion
Attorney General Gentner Drummond filed a motion Monday opposing St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School's request for the Oklahoma Supreme Court to stay an order to rescind a state board's contract with the school. Drummond submitted his response to the St. Isidore request a week ahead of the deadline...
‘Entirely Contrary to the Law of the Land’: Total Wine Heads to Court Over This State’s Constitutional Law Prohibiting Big Box Retailers
The Oklahoman reported on Thursday that Total Wine & More is pushing back at Oklahoma’s constitution, which prohibits larger liquor retailers from setting up shop within the Sooner State. The big box retailer’s attorney, Mark Hornbeek, argued in front of a judge that the state’s residency requirement went against the federal constitution.
Oklahomans Anticipate Trump's Speech At Republican National Convention
Oklahomans in Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention say they are looking forward to hearing from former President Trump later this week. The state Republican party says nearly 200 Oklahomans are in Milwaukee for the convention. On Monday, the party officially selected Donald Trump as the nominee for November's general...
Paxton named as Oklahoma Senate Pro Tem designee
(The Center Square) - Sen. Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, was named the Oklahoma Senate Pro Tem designee after a meeting of the Republican Caucus on Monday. The Senate held a special session to consider a new nominee after Sen. Greg McCortney, R-Ada, lost in the primary election last month. Current Senate Pro Tem Greg Treat is term-limited and cannot seek reelection. Paxton began his Senate tenure in 2016 and was named...
Oklahoma ranks high in food insecurity, local efforts intensify over the summer
Tulsa, Okla. (KTUL) — The fight to end hunger in Oklahoma is a daunting task given that Oklahoma is ranked as one of the worst states when it comes to food security. According to Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma is one of the hungriest states in the nation. One in...
Triple Digit Highs Ahead Of Rain Chances This Week
Temperatures will remain hot both Monday and Tuesday with notable low-level moisture across the region. This will bring heat index values anywhere from 105 to 115. Heat advisories are in effect for most of the area, but excessive heat warnings will be under this afternoon and early evening near the Tulsa metro.
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