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Mother wants answers after son comes home from school with hair cut
A family in Red Rock, Oklahoma, wants answers after their son, who is autistic and non-verbal, came home from school with his hair cut. The family said long hair is part of their Native American culture and they want to know what happened.
Tiniest Hometown Hero Returns Home To Cherokee Following Heart Transplant
An Oklahoma baby got a warm welcome from his hometown of Cherokee this week. One-year-old Arthur Allen spent eight months in Dallas following a heart transplant. The family stopped in for a visit at News 9 on their way home. “He's done more in his first year of life than...
OU football vs Houston: TV channel, betting line, scouting report for Sooners-Cougars
NORMAN — OU football will look to pick up where it left off after its impressive season-opening win when the Sooners host a Big 12 foe in Week 2. The 16th-ranked Sooners will take on Houston at 6:45 p.m. Saturday at Gaylord Family — Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Here’s a look at what you need to know about the game: ...
NCAA nixes Oklahoma State's helmet QR code for NIL money
The NCAA blocked a plan from Oklahoma State to put a QR code on the back of its helmets that would allow fans to make a direct donation to the team's NIL fund, according to Eli Lederman of ESPN.Oklahoma State first introduced the plan less than two weeks ago and was going to place a 1.5-square-inch decal on the back of its helmets that would allow fans watching from home to scan them and make a donation to the fund. It was a fascinating idea and another sign of how much of a factor money is for major college sports programs....
2 Injured In Boating Accident Near Broken Bow
Two people are injured after a boating accident near Broken Bow, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. OHP says the incident happened on Coyote Drive at Broken Bow Lake about 12 miles North of Broken Bow in McCurtain County. OHP says 20-year-old Isiah Stokes was driving a jet ski when...
Osage Nation Ranch 41,521-Acre Fee-To-Trust Application Approved
PAWHUSKA, OK – The Osage Nation’s fee-to-trust application for the 41,521-acre ranch was approved on August 30, 2024. Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Realty Specialist Katie Yates-Free hand delivered the Notice of Decision, signed by BIA Regional Director Eddie Streater, directly to Osage Nation Principal Chief Geoffery Standing Bear. A fee to trust land acquisition, also known as “land into trust,” is the transfer of land title from a federally-recognized tribe to the United States, in trust, for the benefit of the tribal nation. It strengthens tribal sovereignty by providing the tribal nation full authority over the trust land.
Taylor Tatum Shines in OU Debut: Scores First TD as Freshman
The Oklahoma Sooners showcased their rookie running back, Taylor Tatum, in a commanding 51-3 victory against Temple. Tatum, a true freshman, made a notable entrance, entering the game as the running back for the second drive. He impressed with an eight-yard touchdown and totaled 66 rushing yards on just four carries, demonstrating both speed and agility. Coach Brent Venables and teammates highlighted Tatum's readiness and performance, emphasizing his significant potential for the season ahead.
Quapaw Football Falls to Salina 20-6 in Season Opener
QUAPAW, OK — Quapaw football fell to Salina 20-6 on Friday night in the season opener. The Wildcats were down early 7-0, but came back to score a touchdown in the second quarter to narrow the deficit. Head coach Jake Manning would go for the two point conversion, but would turn out unsuccessful. Salina ended […]
'The Mercy Way:' Longtime OKC Nurse Reflects On Mercy Hospitals 50 years On Memorial Road
A metro hospital is celebrating five decades of service in the community. Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City was built on Memorial Road in the middle of a cow pasture in August of 1974. Del City’s Madalene Smith always knew she wanted to help people. She put her passion into practice...
Cascia Hall Takes Narrow Victory Against Holland Hall, 29-28
The 57th annual battle between the halls, Holland Hall at Cascia Hall. Late 2nd quarter and a little trickery from the Dutch. Cole Muir takes the handoff, but he's going to pass it. He finds Kainon Gibson down the sideline for the long touchdown to put Holland Hall up three scores.
Yukon’s defense keys season-opening win at Putnam City
OKLAHOMA CITY – Yukon’s defense flipped the script Friday night at Putnam City. After allowing 34 or more points in all 10 games a year ago, the Millers allowed just one touchdown in their 26-16 victory over the Pirates to win for the first time since Week 2 of last season.
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