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Tulsa Fire Department Warns Public To Stay Clear Of Low Water Dam Construction Site
With a little over a month before it opens, the low water dam already got lots of attention, but it also became a dangerous attraction for folks during construction. As people walked or rode down the Riverside trails, many noticed progress on the new attractions. "This is a wonderful project...
Coast Guard searching for 2 Oklahomans who went missing while diving off Texas coast
MATAGORDA, Texas — The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for two Oklahomans who were reported missing while diving off the shore of Matagorda, Texas. Open the video player above to see some of the headlines KOCO 5 is following. A news release states that Sector Corpus Christi watchstanders received...
Oklahoma School Districts Facing Urgent Need For Bus Drivers, Child Nutritionists, Support Staff
The new school year is just around the corner, and many school districts are still looking to fill open positions for bus drivers, child nutrition specialists, and even daycare programs. Broken Arrow Public Schools is one district still looking to fill open support staff positions, but the district said it's...
Merle Haggard Statue and Tribute Concert Coming To Oklahoma
A statue of the late country music legend Merle Haggard will be unveiled on October 10 followed by a tribute concert to the "Okie from Muskogee" The Merle Haggard Statue Committee has been working on the project for about 15 years. Executive Director of the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame Tony Corbell dropped by the Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch to talk about the concert and this historic event.
Police Arrest Man Accused Of Stealing Plumbing Parts From Local Businesses
Tulsa police arrested a man they said went to several restaurants around the city and stole plumbing parts from their bathrooms. A probable cause affidavit said Austen Bumsted walked into the restrooms at places like McDonald's, Braum's, Chick-fil-A, QuikTrip, and Waffle House and took items like flushing handles, valves, pipes, and sensors.
A Real Oklahoma Severe Storm Destroyed ‘Twisters’ Set
In "Twisters," Oklahoma is experiencing a huge tornado outbreak. And when the cast and crew was in Oklahoma filming in 2023, it was during storm season, so a real storm interfering with set was bound to happen. "Twisters" hit theaters on July 19 and was a huge box office hit...
Oklahoma House approves study on 3D-printed homes for affordable housing
Could 3D-printed homes provide affordable housing in Oklahoma? Rep. Mickey Dollens, D-Oklahoma City, thinks they could. "Oklahoma is facing an affordable housing crisis, exacerbated by rising construction costs, supply-chain disruptions, labor shortages and a demand that exceeds the available supply," Dollens said in proposing a House Interim Study, which was approved Wednesday. ...
Hobart daycare workers charged with child neglect, caught on camera
HOBART, OKLA (KOKH) — Two Hobart daycare employees were arrested for child neglect following an investigation by the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI). Pamela Siesser, 40, and Crystal Edmundson were arrested on charges of child neglect. According to OSBI, its department's assistance was requested on April 23, 2024,...
Power restored after suspected drunken driver crashes, causing power outage in west Oklahoma City
OKLAHOMA CITY — Power has been restored to residents on the west side of the Oklahoma City metro after a crash caused an overnight outage. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Police say an SUV knocked out a power pole around 2 a.m. on Thursday...
Former Kingfisher head football coach to face prosecution after all in child neglect case
KINGFISHER — The former head football coach at Kingfisher High School will face trial after all on a child neglect charge. Jeff Myers, 57, was charged in October in Kingfisher County District Court after a lengthy investigation that began when a former player filed a hazing lawsuit. He denies wrongdoing. ...
Will Rogers World Airport offers on-site TSA PreCheck enrollment
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — Oklahoma City travelers can now enroll in TSA PreCheck at Will Rogers World Airport. CLEAR, an authorized TSA PreCheck enrollment provider, is now available on-site to speed up the airport security process. The service is available at CLEAR kiosks, located at the security level...
Bartlesville Schools Gets New Pom Coach
Bartlesville Public Schools will have a new Pom Coach for the 2024-2025 season. Gloria Castillo has been appointed to that position. A press release states that Castillo served as an assistant pom coach last year and that Castillo has a lot of experience and knowledge that will serve well in this role.
Report: Oklahoma State Baseball Adds Missouri Transfer Infielder Drew Culbertson
After another successful MLB Draft for Oklahoma State baseball, the Cowboys are retooling. Oklahoma State had eight players taken in last week’s MLB Draft, but the Cowboys thus far have done a fine job at recouping those losses via the portal. That continues this week, as the Cowboys have added Missouri transfer infielder Drew Culbertson, according to The O’Colly’s Daniel Allen. Only a freshman this past season, Culbertson will have three years of eligibility remaining.
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