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Man In Custody Following Standoff Along Highway 169 Near Collinsville
A 42-year-old man is in custody accused of leading law enforcement on a chase on Highway 169 north of Collinsville on Tuesday. Tulsa County Deputies say the call started as a check on a possibly armed suicidal suspect. That suspect has been identified as Donald Schnell. Deputies and the Oklahoma...
Texas Man Instantly Becomes a Millionaire During Morning Giveaway
North Texas Man Becomes Millionaire Overnight in Casino Draw. A Texas man became a millionaire in a matter of seconds after a casino called his name for a giveaway. Carl Stone from Trenton, Texas was enjoying his day at Choctaw Casino & Resort, in Durant, Oklahoma when his life would forever change. Sunday morning his name was called as the second winner in the casino’s "3 Months 3 Millionaires" giveaway.
Saving lives one beer at a time: Wild Brew set for Aug. 24
Wild Brew, Oklahoma’s longest-running craft beer and restaurant festival, is set to return on Aug. 24 for its 26th year at Cox Business Convention Center. The festival supports local wildlife conservation organization George Miksch Sutton Avian Research Center. Lena Larsson, Sutton Center’s executive director, says all proceeds go to...
Cherokee Nation Citizenship Registration and Photo ID Field Events coming across Reservation
TAHLEQUAH, Oklahoma ~ Throughout the remainder of the year, Cherokee Nation will be hosting several citizenship registration and photo ID field events across the reservation with a few at large events scheduled. “We want to invite all Cherokee Nation citizens who need an updated photo ID to join us for...
Thorpe Family Foundation buys historic Jim Thorpe Home
YALE, Okla. (KSWO) - Jim Thorpe is considered by many to be one of the greatest athletes to come from the Sooner State. And the historic Jim Thorpe Home in Yale has now been sold to the Thorpe Family Foundation. Jim was the first Native American to win a gold...
Food Bank Of Eastern Oklahoma Working To Bring More Fresh Produce To Those In Need
A new campaign from the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma is working to provide fresh produce to the communities they serve. As part of the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma's mission to help end food insecurity, the organization is also working to provide fresh produce and ensure those they serve receive proper nutrition.
Mini Melba Cinema brings round-the-clock entertainment to downtown Guthrie
The Mini Melba Cinema, an outdoor movie screen in the heart of Historic Downtown Guthrie, has become a vibrant attraction for both residents and visitors, offering a unique blend of entertainment and local culture. The Mini Melba Cinema, an outdoor movie screen prominently located in Historic Downtown Guthrie, is captivating...
State leaders clash over access to Oklahoma Board of Education's executive sessions
OKLAHOMA CITY — A showdown is set for the Oklahoma State Board of Education on Wednesday, as two state leaders are at odds over who can enter the board's executive sessions. Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond's office sent a letter to the Board of Education earlier this month, saying lawmakers must be allowed into these meetings if the topics being discussed fall under any committee or constituency that the lawmaker is on or represents.
Oklahoma's 988 received nearly twice as many calls in its second year: What to know
Calls to Oklahoma's 988 Mental Health Lifeline shot up by 44% in its second full year of operation, a rise officials attribute to growing awareness of the helpline, continued mental health challenges, access to illegal substances and the reduction of stigma surrounding receiving support. The 988 line is available to or on...
Downloadable 2024 Oklahoma Sooners football schedule
The 2024 college football season is almost here, which means it is time to get ready to root for your Oklahoma Sooners as they embark on a new journey as the newest members of the historic SEC. Oklahoma will kick off the season against the Temple Owls in Week 1...