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Oklahoma lawmaker plans interim study to uncover the truth about conditions inside state prisons
Rep. Justin "J.J." Humphrey (R-Lane) tells KRMG that despite his position as Chairman of the House Criminal Justice and Corrections Committee, and his seat on the Public Safety Budget Committee, the Department of Corrections refuses to respond to his requests for information.
Oklahoma sales tax holiday around the corner
OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahomans will hit the stores and internet Friday through Sunday for a back-to-school sales tax holiday. State, city and county sales taxes won’t be collected on clothing and footwear if the sales price of the item is less than $100. The holiday does not apply to back-to-school supplies, such as backpacks and […]
3 charged after allegedly kidnapping man, duct-taping him, and forcing him off bridge
OKMULGEE, Okla. (TCN) -- Three people face charges after allegedly abducting a man last week and forcing him to jump off a bridge and into traffic, causing injuries. According to a media release from the Okmulgee County Sheriff's Office, on July 25, deputies responded to a report of someone jumping into traffic. Authorities found a male victim who was "badly injured," and emergency personnel transported him to a hospital for immediate medical attention.
Heeding the call: Musician Kyle Nix adopts the Tulsa lifestyle after recent move
“I’d been looking quite a few other places, but I felt like Tulsa was calling me,” says musician and new Tulsa resident Kyle Nix who performs with his own band, Kyle Nix and the 38’s, when he’s not touring as the fiddle player for the immensely popular Turnpike Troubadours. Personal challenges, including the loss of his long-time musical mentor and close friend Byron Berline in 2021, made the Perry native reconsider his living situation after a decade in Tahlequah.
Ardmore man arrested for damaging vehicle, gas station pump
ARDMORE, Okla. (KXII) - An Ardmore man faces several felony charges after damaging a vehicle and a gas station pump, according to court documents. The court documents alleged that on Friday, Tevin Jacobs caused over $5,000 of damage to another man’s SUV at a Valero at Wallace Street and Chickasaw Boulevard.
Okmulgee Rodeo to return Aug. 9-10
It’s almost time for the 69th Annual Roy LeBlanc Okmulgee Invitational Rodeo!. This year’s event will take place Friday and Saturday, Aug. 9-10, drawing contestants and spectators from across the country to the Bob Arrington Arena in Okmulgee. Sponsors for this year’s event include the City of Okmulgee,...
City of Norman shares updates on turnpike designs, residents call for larger focus on environmental impacts
As Norman City Council members met to discuss the city’s ongoing negotiations with the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority over designs for several proposed turnpikes, Norman residents opposed to the turnpikes said the city should instead focus on a different discussion.
Die-hard Sooners rank OU's stadium as Oklahoma's top choice for ashes spreading: Poll
The University of Oklahoma's fight song lyrics, "I'm a Sooner born and Sooner bred and when I die, I'll be Sooner dead," may actually reflect OU fans' last wishes, according to a recent poll. The poll conducted by Choice Mutual revealed that OU's Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium is Oklahomans' top choice...
Judge asked to ban surprise health inspections at Oklahoma County jail
The trust overseeing the Oklahoma County jail is asking a judge to permanently block state health inspectors from conducting surprise inspections. In a petition that started out with a quote from former President Donald Trump, the trust contends the Oklahoma State Department of Health has no legal authority to conduct the disruptive unannounced...
Brandon Marcello: The story has flipped between Oklahoma & Texas heading into the SEC
The start of the 2024 college football season is right around the corner. With it comes new look conferences and major changes to the landscape. Of course, part of all this is Oklahoma and Texas moving into the Southeastern Conference. The two newest members of the SEC bring plenty to the table, but both have changed their perception a bit prior to entry.
Deputies Arrest Couple Accused Of Tying Teenage Daughter To Tree In Washington Co.
Washington County deputies arrested a Texas couple for tying their 15-year-old daughter to a tree with a ratchet strap and leaving her outside. Deputies said family members called them out to Vera because the girl had been tied up for three days. They said they found the girl sitting on...
New online M.S.N. degree to advance nurses’ careers
The University of Tulsa is excited to announce a new, online Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) degree that offers four, distinct specialization tracks. The program addition is in keeping with the School of Nursing’s commitment to fostering academic excellence and engaging students in innovative learning experiences, thereby preparing them for success in a rapidly evolving world.
Final opportunities to ride in a 100-year-old vintage car this summer at The Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum
SAPULPA – Officials with the Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum are reminding the public they have less than two months to take part in the third-annual vintage car rides. The vintage car rides take place every Saturday morning starting at the museum. Currently, guests can ride in a 1923 Packard and drive to Pretty Water Lake. A driver is provided and the car rides take place between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m., weather permitting. The rides will run through the end of September.
Hinton Restaurant Manager Helps Coworker After Unexpected Childbirth
A routine shift at a restaurant in Hinton turned into much more very quickly after an employee happened to give birth while working. The manager of the Subway in Hinton said she was covering her employee’s shift after she complained of feeling sick and took a break to visit the bathroom.
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