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Rogers tornado cleanup continues
ROGERS, Ark. — Nearly two months after the Memorial Day weekend tornadoes in Benton County, the City of Rogers is continuing storm debris cleanup efforts. Officials say they are hoping to do one last complete pass of debris pickup starting Aug. 12. Ahead of this last sweep, the city advises residents to move any debris to the curb as soon as possible.
Join us for Art Fest on July 26
Get ready for an evening of art, music, and community at the upcoming Art Fest themed 4th Friday on July 26th, starting at 4 p.m. at Memorial Park in downtown Siloam Springs. This free event is a celebration of creativity, culture, and community spirit, open to all ages and interests.
$124 million grant to help replace Oklahoma bridge made in 1945
🌞 Temperature check: Today will be humid with variable cloudiness and a stray afternoon thunderstorm, according to accuweather.com. The high will be about 80 and the low about 67. 📅 Today in History: In 1954, Vietnam was declared be an independent nation and would be temporarily divided into North...
Broken Arrow Police Identify Shooter In Triple-Murder-Suicide
Broken Arrow Police have identified the shooter in an apparent murder-suicide in Broken Arrow. According to BAPD, 26-year-old Jacob Haas fatally shot his 21-year-old brother, 76-year-old grandfather, and 55-year-old aunt. Police report that autopsy findings indicate Haas died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound but added that the official report is still pending.
Free Medical Clinic to Open in Poteau
The LeFlore Baptist Association in Poteau is pleased to announce that they’re opening their doors to a new free medical clinic that has opened its doors for a once a month clinic to help the community. The Open Doors Clinic is directed by Harlan Trewin and they plan to...
OSBI confirms investigation into Waurika city officials
WAURIKA, Okla. (KSWO) - The Oklahoma Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) confirmed they are investigating several Waurika city officials. OSBI says the investigation into city officials is due to an alleged assault. No further information has been given at this time. You can count on your 7News team to provide an...
Warrant issued for woman accused of exploiting elderly woman out of nearly $52,000
NEWKIRK — A warrant is issued for Tammy Dene Jones, 51, Enid, by the Kay County District Court. Jones is facing felony counts of exploitation of elderly and or disabled adult by deception and intimidation and computer fraud and or unlawful use of a computer system. Ponca City police report that Jones is accused of fraudulently obtaining $51,877.94 from a senior citizen.
Naturals and Tulsa Drillers game won't be rescheduled after rain interruption
SPRINGDALE, Ark. — The Northwest Arkansas Naturals game against the Tulsa Drillers on July 21 has been rained out. Officials say the game against the Double-A Affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers will not be made up. It was the last scheduled game between the two clubs this season.
OU basketball's Jeff Nwankwo out for season with torn Achilles, per report
NORMAN — OU redshirt junior Jeff Nwankwo will miss the 2024-25 season with a torn Achilles, per a report from SoonerScoop.com. Nwankwo reportedly tore his Achilles during summer workouts, has had surgery and will remain on scholarship. The former Putnam City North basketball and football standout spent last season...
247Sports Lists Three Big 12 Teams to CFP Preseason Prediction List
Three Big 12 teams were included in a recent preseason college football playoff predictions list from 247Sports’ Brad Crawford. Crawford included the likes of Kansas State, Utah, and Oklahoma State on the list, with the Wildcats earning the No. 4 seed in the CFP and OSU and Utah earning watch list honors.
'Talker' is Wilderado's brave new record. Hear the Tulsa band live in Columbia
All throughout his band's forthcoming record, Wilderado singer Max Rainer expresses the need to unburden. He wants to move weight from his chest, push it anywhere else, see if he might even leave it suspended in mid-air. Before the weight can shift, Rainer sets the tone — and listener expectations...
'I'm Extremely Confident': Collin Oliver Ready For One Last Ride With Cowboys
Oklahoma State landed a pair of defensive standouts on the 2024 Preseason All-Big 12 team, linebackers Nick Martin and Collin Oliver. For Oliver, it's his last ride and it's been a good one so far for him. He's racked up 130 career total tackles to go with over 38 tackles for loss and 22 sacks.
Not Too Early Big XII Hoops Predictions: No. 12, Oklahoma State
Several Big XII teams may have depth problems this season. Oklahoma State will not be among them. In fact, it is possible the Cowboys could be the deepest team in the conference. The problem will be that there aren't any obviously high-level players on the roster. Sure, a bunch of them should be able to compete reasonably well in the league, but none will be all-conference. Still, Steve Lutz has done a quite respectable job of assembling his initial roster in Stillwater.
Enid Library's Dino Show Sparks STEM Curiosity!
ENID, OK – The room roared with laughter as the Enid Public Library’s patrons enjoyed the Dino Show. Mad Science OKC visited the library as part of its Elementary STEM summer program. With more than 100 patrons in attendance, participants began the day watching volunteers from Mad Science OKC put on an educational and hilarious show for the children.
Greg McElroy evaluates Brent Venables comment on adjusting to SEC
Brent Venables knows Oklahoma‘s transition into the SEC won’t be easy. At the 2024 SEC Media Days, the Sooners’ head coach revealed his team’s mindset ahead of its debut campaign in the prestigious conference. “You’re not going to sneak up anywhere, any week, in any venue,...
Video: Bixby residents share thoughts on school district maintaining curriculum amid statewide changes
On Thursday, Bixby's school superintendent joined with Moore and Norman Public Schools in opposition of State Superintendent Ryan Walters’ new requirement for classrooms to incorporate the Bible as an instructional resource. FOX23 spoke with some parents and students on Saturday who shared their thoughts on the decision.
Bobby Miller pitches 5 scoreless innings in Triple-A
Dodgers pitcher Bobby Miller pitched five scoreless innings for Oklahoma City on Saturday night in Round Rock, in his first game back in Triple-A after getting optioned on July 10. It was a positive first step for Miller, who has an 8.07 ERA in seven major league starts this season....
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