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Oklahoma City apartment blaze damages four units, all evacuated safely
OKLAHOMA CITY, (KOKH) — The Oklahoma City Fire Department responded to a call of a fire in an apartment complex on Tuesday afternoon. According to OKCFD, the fire started on the first floor and spread through a window to the unit above. Some furniture was caught on fire and...
Norman man charged after allegedly soliciting a minor on Discord
CLEVELAND COUNTY, OK (KOKH) — A Norman man was arrested for allegedly having inappropriate conversations with a minor on a social media platform. The arrest comes after a cyber tip was assigned to the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Criminal Investigations Division (CID) last week. According to CCSO,...
Pennrose, Tulsa Housing Authority to Develop $190 Million Mixed-Income Project in Tulsa, Oklahoma
TULSA, OKLA. — A public-private partnership consisting of Pennrose and the Tulsa Housing Authority will develop 36N, a $190 million mixed-income project in Tulsa. The partnership will redevelop the existing property at the site, a 271-unit community called Comanche Park Apartments, and construct an additional 274 units from the ground up. Once completed, 36N will comprise 545 apartments. The development is part of a larger revitalization initiative known as Envision Comanche.
Altus 7News viewers might see disruption in signal while water tower work in progress
ALTUS, Okla. (KSWO) - We have an alert for our viewers in Altus and how your ability to watch some of our content will soon be affected. The City of Altus is getting ready to start a project to refurbish their water tower for some repairs. Unfortunately, for them to do these repairs 7News is going to have to remove our equipment off the tower while the work is being completed.
Isaiah Hartenstein reveals 'main factor' that led to Thunder signing
The OKC Thunder landed arguably the most highly touted free agent big man this summer in Isaiah Hartenstein, as they snatched up the 26-year-old on a three-year, $87 million deal on day two of the festivities. Despite frequently expressing his love for his former employers in the New York Knicks,...
Woman arrested after allegedly hitting person with baseball bat
STEPHENS COUNTY, Okla. (KXII) - An assault with a baseball bat lands a Duncan woman in jail. Court documents show the incident happened around 2 a.m. Sunday morning. Katelyn Schornick, 36, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon. An affidavit shows Schornick hit the victim in the head with...
Big gains for Big Lots
Situated at the crossroads of the Choctaw Nation in Durant, Oklahoma, Big Lots' 1.2 million square foot distribution center serves 235 stores within a network of more than 1,300 stores across 48 states. Big Lots is a large national discount retailer, providing everything from furniture to food, as well as household goods and seasonal décor.
Silver Alert issued for missing 76-year-old man last seen six days ago
JAY, OK (KTUL) — The Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) issued a Silver Alert for an elderly man on behalf of the Jay Police Department. According to OHP, 76-year-old Larry Clark was last seen on July 10 getting into a grey car on his way to the VA Hospital. OHP...
Her hearing implant was preapproved. But she still received multiple $139,000 bills
Even when patients double-check that their care is covered by insurance, health providers may send them bills as they haggle with insurers over reimbursement. It's stressful and annoying — but legal.
Norman boy competes for best mullet, channels former OU football player
NORMAN, OKLA. (KOKH) — It's all business in the front, party in the back for one boy in Norman. Cameron Nutt is trying to win best mullet in Mullet Champ's kids' category ages 0-4. Mulletchamp.com posts that Nutt is the son of a hairstylist. The two decided to take...
Leonardo's Children's Museum helps kids learn culture, significance of Enid
ENID, Okla. — Within the city of Enid is an interactive museum that has a big impact on the community. Leonardo's Children's Museum brings kids from the city and beyond to learn something new. Luca, a 6-year-old who is going into the first grade, said he loves spending time at the museum.
Merle Haggard statue unveiling and tribute concert set for Oct. 10
MUSKOGEE, OK – A tribute concert and unveiling of a statue of country music mega-star Merle Haggard is scheduled for Thursday, October 10. Haggard is most famous for the “live” album called Okie From Muskogee, recorded fifty-five years ago in 1969. A statue of his likeness will...
Interactive children’s storytelling comes to Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center
VINITA, Oklahoma ~ Enjoy an interactive day of immersive children’s storytelling July 27 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center. Children of all ages are invited to gather for “Ours to Tell: Cherokee Children’s Stories” at the 2023 Tribal...
On the Road: Enid leaders work to retain, recruit businesses in the community
KOCO 5 is celebrating 70 years of service to Oklahomans with our On the Road Tour!. The first stop of the tour is Enid, a city that continues to grow. Marcie Mack, the executive director of the Enid Regional Development Alliance, spoke about that growth, as well as recruiting and retaining businesses in Enid. Open the video player above for the interview.
Tulsa man marks 99th birthday with loved ones, credits long life to loving wife
TULSA, OKLA. (KTUL) — A Tulsa resident recently celebrated a big birthday surrounded by loved ones. Barney Mecom, a resident of Asher Point Independent Living of Tulsa turned 99 years old on June 19. He spent the day with his loved ones, including his wife of 75 years, Melba...
Chat Pile announce new album 'Cool World' & tour, share "I Am Dog Now"
OKC noise rockers Chat Pile have announced that they’ll follow their 2022 breakthrough debut album God’s Country with their second proper album, Cool World, on October 11 via The Flenser (pre-order). It was mixed by Uniform’s Ben Greenberg, marking the first time the band worked with an outside mixer. “Cool World covers similar themes to our last album, except now exploded from a micro to macro scale, with thoughts specifically about disasters abroad, at home, and how they affect one another,” says vocalist Raygun Busch. “If I had to describe the album in one sentence, it’s hard not to borrow from Voltaire, so I won’t resist – Cool World is about the price at which we eat sugar in America.”
Historic Oklahoma vs. Tennessee College Football SEC Game: Date, Tickets, and More
The SEC matchup between Oklahoma and marks a historic weekend in Norman, with the Sooners hosting the Volunteers for just the second time in their history. Last time the two teams faced off was in 2015 with Oklahoma securing a double-overtime win. Josh Heupel's Vols, after an 11-2 season in...
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