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OMRF receives $2.4 million grant to research disease-causing genetic mutations
OKLAHOMA CITY — Thanks to the National Institutes of Health, a scientist with the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation has received a $2.4 million grant to study disease-causing genetic mutations. Open the video player above to see some of the headlines KOCO 5 is following. With the four-year grant, Gaurav...
Humana Healthy Horizons Commits to Increasing Healthcare Access for Oklahomans
OKLAHOMA CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 24, 2024-- Humana Healthy Horizons, the Medicaid business of leading health and well-being company Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), is investing in community-based organizations throughout Oklahoma to expand access to care for those who need it most. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240724798615/en/ Humana Healthy Horizons employees participated in the groundbreaking for the new CREOKS Behavioral Health Center in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, June 17. The facility will be the first of its kind, integrating behavioral health, physical health and crisis stabilization in one location. With a goal to simplify comprehensive healthcare, the center will offer a range of services for all ages, supporting the intersection of mental, physical and social wellness. (Photo: Business Wire)
Thursday Afternoon Forecast With Stephen Nehrenz
Stephen Nehrenz is in the Bob Mills Weather Center with a forecast for Thursday and a look at the coming heatwave. Be among the first to get breaking news, weather, and general news updates from News on 6 delivered right to your inbox!
Muscogee Nation Announces $100M Coweta Casino Hotel Project
TULSA, OK – Leaders from the Muscogee Nation and Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises have announced a $100 million capital investment to build the Coweta Casino Hotel on 17 acres at the southeast corner of East 131st Street South and State Highway 51 in Coweta, OK. The project will break ground in September 2024 and open in spring 2026. The Coweta Casino Hotel will create 250 new jobs in the greater Tulsa region.
'A lot dirtier': Weather, broken system contaminate Coweta's water
COWETA — Gina Keas' dogs hardly drink their water — and when she cleans out their bowls, the basins are orange, brown and black. She also has high levels of copper in her swimming pool. And the problems continue when she tries to clean her bathroom. “When you...
Ascension St. John receives national recognition for stroke program
TULSA, Okla.— Ascension St. John Medical Center (ASJMC) recently received the American Heart Association's (AHA) Advanced Therapy Distinction as part of the association's Get With The Guidelines Awards. "This designation by the American Heart Association represents the diligence and dedication of our physicians, surgeons and nursing teams to provide...
Chat With The Chief: Chief Franklin Prepares To End His Time With Tulsa Police
Tulsa's Police Chief is about to wrap up his career with TPD. Wednesday, July 31, will be his last day on the job. Chief Wendell Franklin made his final appearance with us on Six in the Morning to talk about his time.
Tulsa Arts District Business Association Seeks Input To Reimagine Legacy Park
Business owners with the Tulsa Arts District Business Association want help re-imagining Legacy Park at Archer Street and Main Street. News On 6 is a member of the association but was not part of this effort. Legacy Park is a sliver of green space about ¼ acre. Downtown Tulsa...
Metro Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Allegedly Lighting A Couple On Fire
A metro man who’s accused of dousing a couple in lighter fluid and setting them on fire is charged with their attempted murders. Initially charged with arson last week, reports show police arrested Michael Madison when he returned to the scene of the crime. Witnesses said Madison was identified...
Tulsa Head Coach Kevin Wilson Faces Quarterback Decision Ahead Of Season
There was a lot of quarterback talk at AAC Media Days this week in Arlington. At some point in fall camp, Tulsa head coach Kevin Wilson will have to decide on a starting QB. The good news is that Wilson has three options, and they all saw the field in 2023.
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...
OBN Director: Okla. No Longer ‘Wild West Of Weed,’ Large Grow Farm Raided In Ardmore
Oklahoma’s marijuana program is no longer viewed nationally as the “wild west of weed.” That’s according to the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics Director Donnie Anderson. “Oklahoma now has gained a proud reputation for having some of the most efficient and effective regulatory oversight and criminal enforcement of any medical marijuana state,” Anderson said.
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