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Metro police chiefs raise concerns about new Oklahoma law
Metro police chiefs raise concerns about new Oklahoma lawChiefs of Police of Oklahoma metro areas issued a statement Tuesday cautioning about the possible problems with a new law that will take effect July 1. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
J + The Bishops burst back to life with late unexpected buzz
J + The Bishops burst back to life with late unexpected buzzLong dormant soul-rockers J + The Bishops unexpectedly struck gold when a major influencer shared their song on Tik Tok. Now they’re returning to ride the wave. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Zoned out: How Okla zoning laws add to the housing crisis
Zoned out: How Okla zoning laws add to the housing crisisWithout housing that fits budgets, Oklahoma families often sacrifice health care and other necessities to stay housed. Most of the problem is zoning. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
City of OKC weighs lifting long-term ban on backyard rentals
City of OKC weighs lifting long-term ban on backyard rentalsAs the housing crisis continues and demand for small inner-city housing skyrockets, many are realizing the potential benefits of ADUs as a possible solution. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Dr. Jamie Polk named next Supt of Okla City Public Schools
Dr. Jamie Polk named next Supt of Okla City Public SchoolsDr. Jamie Polk, 33-year veteran education leader and leader in Oklahoma City Public Schools since 2019 has been selected as the next Superintendent of Schools. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
All Bethany City Workshop ideas missing from Council agenda
All Bethany City Workshop ideas missing from Council agendaBethany City Council members seemed surprised Tuesday that none of the proposals discussed in the recent Bethany City workshop made it to the Council meeting. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
OKC Ballet’s SHORTS — 3 iconic dances in 1 show at Civic Center
OKC Ballet’s SHORTS — 3 iconic dances in 1 show at Civic CenterOklahoma City Ballet Company’s spring production, “SHORTS,” at the Civic Center Music Hall provides three dances in one show bound to impress. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Natural Grocers workers in Norman win union election
Natural Grocers workers in Norman win union electionWorkers at Natural Grocers in Norman won their union election on May 9th in a close call vote. Next is bargaining with the company for a contract. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Unhinged creativity reigns in May movie screenings in OKC
Unhinged creativity reigns in May movie screenings in OKCEvery so often, we get a heartening little explosion of true, auteurist creativity across all levels of cinema at once says Brett Fieldcamp. May is one of them. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Workers at Natural Grocers in Norman push for union – Updated
Workers at Natural Grocers in Norman push for union – UpdatedWorkers at the Natural Grocers location in Norman picketed the store over the weekend along with community and organizational allies. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Police shoot, kill armed suspect in Northside confrontation
Police shoot, kill armed suspect in Northside confrontationA lieutenant with Okla City Police Dept is on routine administrative leave after shooting and killing an armed suspect while investigating a domestic dispute. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
It’s raining concerts as music storms OKC stages in May
It’s raining concerts as music storms OKC stages in MayMay is stacked with great shows hitting stages all over town, with the city’s massive wide range of music styles and scenes practically all represented. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Pho 54 in OKC Is More Than Just Great Pho
Pho 54 in OKC Is More Than Just Great PhoGreg Elwell tries Pho 54 and finds it to be a standout among many other good pho shops which have now expanded far beyond the Asian District. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Childhood marriage ban sinks bill to increase age of sexual consent in Oklahoma House
Childhood marriage ban sinks bill to increase age of sexual consent in Oklahoma HouseAn effort to raise Oklahoma’s age of sexual consent appears dead for the session after lawmakers tried to take it a step further by also banning most childhood marriages. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Tips on making it through Oklahoma tornados and recovering
Tips on making it through Oklahoma tornados and recoveringEspecially if you have not lived in Oklahoma for long or even Oklahoma City for long, here are some tips on how to survive and recover from a tornado. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
SHELTER at Contemporary examines refugee crisis in miniature
SHELTER at Contemporary examines refugee crisis in miniatureBrett Fieldcamp take a close look at SHELTER from artist Lisa Karrer which is on display at the Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center now through January 6th, 2025. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
‘Teacher Pipeline’ feeds 5 into dwindling teacher workforce
‘Teacher Pipeline’ feeds 5 into dwindling teacher workforceOKCPS Foundation celebrated the graduation of 5 individuals from its Teacher Pipeline Program, highlighting strides toward diversifying the teacher workforce. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
deadCenter unveils lineup, themes for 2024 film festival
deadCenter unveils lineup, themes for 2024 film festivaldeadCenter programmers took the Rodeo Cinema stage to announce films, themes, and more for this year's 24th annual installment of OKC's crowning film festival. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
RED at Oklahoma Contemporary an immersive dance production
RED at Oklahoma Contemporary an immersive dance productionLoosely based on the fable Little Red Riding Hood, RED is a modernized retelling of a familiar tale. It runs through May 4 at OK Contemporary in OKC. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
Zamzam brings crowd-pleasing Mediterranean to the metro
Zamzam brings crowd-pleasing Mediterranean to the metroMediterranean is synonymous with delicious, which is why so many people keep coming back, says Greg Elwell in this review of ZamZam in Warr Acres, OKC metro. Get more Oklahoma City news: Oklahoma City Free Press
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