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Young sisters from Bartlesville set to compete in MMA world championships
BARTLESVILLE, Okla. — Two sisters from northeastern Oklahoma are set to compete in the world championship for mixed martial arts fighting in Indonesia. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. The Bartlesville sisters, 9-year-old Jasmine Stout and 10-year-old Alaina Stout, are coached by their dad who...
Norman police introduce SPIDR Tech for emergency updates via text
NORMAN, OKLA (KOKH) — Norman Police Department is launching a new communication tool on July 23, 2024, for residents to receive updates on their emergency and non-emergency calls to the police. The NPD will use SPIDR Tech, a Versatem Public Safety Company that sends automated text messages after calling...
Driver In Fatal Skiatook Crash Declared Incompetent To Stand Trial
A man who prosecutors said killed someone while driving high in Skiatook in 2021 has been declared incompetent to stand trial. Jacob Gilmartin was high and speeding when he crashed head-on into Clifton Smith, U.S. Attorneys say. He was arrested but later released after tribal prosecutors didn't file charges. Gilmartin...
Body camera video shows Watonga man slammed to the ground by police during morning walk with son
WATONGA, Okla. — A Watonga man said his rights were violated and his child was traumatized after he was detained earlier this month. At around 6 a.m. on July 4, John Sexton said he was on a regular morning walk with his 6-year-old son, who has autism. They were then stopped by two officers with the Watonga Police Department, whose body cameras captured the tense moments after they walked out of an alleyway.
Porter Moser lands former Illinois commit
Porter Moser just made an unexpected splash on Saturday by securing a commitment from 2025 point guard Jeremiah Fears who has decided to reclassify to the 2024 class. Fears is listed as the 24th-ranked prospect in the ESPN 100 for the 2025 class and had initially committed to Brad Underwood and Illinois. The combo guard wanted to see the floor a year ahead of time and Oklahoma had an urgent need for more guard depth after the departures of Otegah Oweh, Milos Uzan, and Javian McCollum.
Nowata Commissioners Discuss Boiler Bids and Private Property Agreements
The Nowata County Commissioners started their Monday meeting talking about courthouse improvements, including quotes on a replacement for a new boiler. No bids were selected, and the selection process will extend for another week. Commissioner Paul Crupper talked about an agreement to work on private property in reference to District...
Fort Cobb-Broxton's Eli Willits, Stillwater's Ethan Holliday make USA Baseball 18U team
A pair of Oklahoma high school baseball standouts are set to compete for Team USA next month. Fort Cobb-Broxton's Eli Willits and Stillwater's Ethan Holliday were named to USA Baseball's 18U National Team on Sunday and will compete in the World Baseball Softball Confederation 2024 U-18 Baseball World Cup Americas Qualifier in Panama City, Panama.
Thunder stud Chet Holmgren calls out media for altering quotes 'to get reactions'
For years, there's been a consistent level of disconnect and disdain for the media by professional athletes. Recently, OKC Thunder star Chet Holmgren provided fans and pundits alike with a straightforward reason why. During a July 16 appearance on the Road Trippin' podcast, the 22-year-old was asked to list the...
Oklahoma Sooners defense still has something to prove
There’s a lot to be encouraged about with the Oklahoma Sooners defense as they make their way into the SEC. The returns of Billy Bowman and Woodi Washington provided the Sooners defense with a huge boost. They have a number of blue-chip prospects ready to take the next step to become significant contributors on the roster.
Shaping OKC’s Future and Continued Growth
Oklahoma City is poised for a new era of economic growth and development, marked by a strategic partnership between the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber, the City of Oklahoma City and the Alliance for Economic Development. This collaborative effort has culminated in a comprehensive economic development plan designed to guide the city's progress over the next three decades.
Novak, Wood Named ITA Scholar-Athletes
STILLWATER- Kristina Novak and Ava Wood of the Oklahoma State women's tennis team were named 2024 ITA Scholar-Athletes, as was announced on Monday. Novak, who just completed her fifth season of college tennis and second as a Cowgirl, earns the honor for the second consecutive season, while Wood, a freshman, is recognized for the first time.
Big 12 Conference Power Rankings Ahead of 2024
5-4, PAC-12 Key returners: Quarterback Cameron Rising, Tight End Brant Kuithe. The Utah Utes are the best addition to a league losing both the Sooners and the Longhorns. They are highly competitive, recruit game changing talent, and have a home field advantage that will be the best in the Big 12. The return of quarterback Cameron Rising gives a big lift to the Utes. Rising sustained a left knee injury in their Rose Bowl loss to Penn State, missing all of 2023. His 2022 season was an indicator of what could be this season, starting in 13 games and throwing for 3,034 yards and 26 touchdowns, while rushing for another six touchdowns. Wide receiver transfer Dorian Singer brings Rising and Utah another offensive weapon.
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