Eakly
LATEST NEWS
A summer food assistance program for kids started this year, but 13 states declined the funds
Ashton Leach’s three daughters like to eat fruit bowls and smoothies made with milk, yogurt and whatever fruit is in the house. This summer Leach and her husband know they’ll be able to afford fresh fruit, because they’re participating in the SUN Bucks program. Formally called Summer EBT, it provides $40 per child per month for groceries to eligible families over the three summer months.
Oklahoma filmmaker plays 'Hailey's Game' to create award-winning supernatural LGBTQ movie
Katie Hightower blames the television show "Dawson's Creek," James Van Der Beek's titular character and the teen drama series' creator, Kevin Williamson, for her fledgling filmmaking career. "It's not the best show in the world, but I remember watching it. I watched Dawson, and he wanted to make films. And I wanted to be Dawson. I wanted to make films, too. So, I told my dad, 'I'm gonna go to NYU.' And he was like,...
A controversial convenience: Vending machines now dispense ammo in Southern states
In a controversial move, gun owners in Alabama, Oklahoma, and Texas can now purchase ammunition from vending machines installed in grocery stores. These machines, created by American Rounds, allow customers to scan their ID, select from a range of ammunition options, and complete their purchase much like buying a soda.
2 Oklahoma Students Receive National Award
Two Oklahoma students were honored with a national award for their vocal talents. Hayley Hitt and Cole Rogers were the winners of this year's Plimpton Foundation Award. They each received $2,500 and sang at the award presentation at Saint Paul's United Methodist Church in Muskogee. The Plimpton Foundation Award was...
Cherokee filmmaker dives into Oklahoma Superfund Site in short film 'Meet Me at the Creek'
Cherokee filmmaker Loren Waters didn't anticipate just how strongly she would feel connected to the land while working on her short film "Meet Me at the Creek." "As tribal people, we were removed from our homelands to be in northeastern Oklahoma. So, it wasn't a place we wanted to be. But we have to make it work," said Waters, who is also a citizen of the Kiowa Tribe. ...
Oklahoma governor rejected food aid for children. Now tribes are offering it instead
A new summer food program helped feed at least one in six Oklahoma children in its first month, after several tribal nations stepped in to distribute federal aid rejected by the governor. The program pays families up to $120 per child to cover groceries while school is out of session....
Yukon woman accused of bringing meth to jail
EL RENO – A Yukon woman now faces a felony for allegedly bringing drugs to the Canadian County Jail. Megan Elizabeth White, 35, was charged May 31 in Canadian County District Court with bringing contraband into jail/penal institution. The crime is punishable upon conviction by one to five years...
Tulsa won’t be significantly affected by Hurricane Beryl; eastern Oklahoma could see flooding
Flood watches are in effect in eastern Oklahoma due to Hurricane Beryl. The Category 1 hurricane hit the Texas Gulf Coast Monday morning and is expected to bring heavy rainfall to counties southeast of Tulsa through Tuesday afternoon. Senior Meteorologist Karen Hatfield with the Tulsa National Weather Service says Tulsa...
Two in custody after reported shootout, one subject found with gunshot wound at Walmart
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Two people are in custody for shooting at each other on July 3. Police responded to the area near S Bryant Avenue and Southeast 59th Street where several people and a couple of vehicles were reportedly in a shootout. Soon after, police were called to...
The Porch Visits Spencer Boxing Gym Helping Others In Community Grow Stronger
Boxing isn't just for people looking to get into competitive fighting, as it can also be a healthy way to burn energy and stay active. The Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch travelled to a boxing gym in Spencer to learn more about the sport, and learn some tips first-hand. Sims Boxing...
Thunder big Isaiah Hartenstein drops hot take during introductory media session
The OKC Thunder struggled mightily both on the boards and in the verticality department this past season and during their two-round run in the 2024 NBA Playoffs. Because of this, they made finding a new big man talent a priority this offseason, an agenda that, ultimately, led them to sign former Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein to a lucrative three-year, $87 million contract on just the second day of free agency.
OKC Housing Authority in 'imminent' danger of halting housing vouchers
The Oklahoma City Housing Authority is in “imminent” danger of halting housing vouchers to thousands on a waiting list just as state laws are about to ban public camping under highway bridges and on public land, including sidewalks. The Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency has yet to lift a freeze it put on accepting...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.