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ESPN drops new "SEC on ABC" graphics package
SEC media days in Dallas have wrapped, with all sixteen teams taking the podium one by one to talk about their programs. The Oklahoma Sooners spoke on Tuesday, as head coach Brent Venables, quarterback Jackson Arnold, linebacker Danny Stutsman and safety Billy Bowman represented the team well in Big D.
Altus residents voice sewer drainage trap concerns
ALTUS, Okla. (KSWO) - Several community members in Altus approached the city recently to voice their complaints about a hazardous sewer drainage trap. The drainage trap had a large hole in it, which posed an issue for a multitude of different reasons. It’s located on the west side of the city, near the corner of Joy and Frisco streets.
Delayed reports of abuse continue to plague troubled Greer Center in Enid
An incident report said a resident at a troubled center for people with developmental disabilities in Enid fell in the shower. But a staff member thought it looked like the man had been kicked in the face. The resident at the Robert M. Greer Center appeared to have the imprint...
Okla. Teacher of the Year
OKLAHOMA CITY — An Ada High School teacher known as a mentor to her colleagues and students has been crowned the 2024 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year.Rachel Keith was announced the winner of the prestigious award on Monday night among a group of 10 finalists.Keith has taught for 19 years, including 11 years at Ada City Schools. She teaches 10th through 12th grade Advanced Placement language and…
Oklahoma City Zoo becomes first in nation to breed Volcán Alcedo giant tortoises
For years, Katie Porth shined a light on a rare species of Galapagos tortoise eggs, hoping to see movement. Year after year, batches of about two dozen eggs remained empty and unfertilized. But last April was different. For Porth, a Senior Animal Caretaker at the Oklahoma City Zoo, it was...
Oklahoma County DA refiles charges against three defendants released from mental health facilities
The Oklahoma County District Attorney has refiled charges against three men who were previously charged with first degree murder then deemed incompetent to stand trial, following their release from inpatient mental health facilities.
Can a mom who smoked pot while pregnant be charged with child neglect? It depends
A mother cannot be charged in Oklahoma with child neglect for using pot while pregnant if she had a medical marijuana card, a divided appeals court ruled Thursday. Judges on the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals called on the state Legislature to address the issue. "We certainly do not condone marijuana use by an expectant mother," Presiding Judge Scott Rowland wrote for the majority.
Family speaks out after getting stranded in Alaska mid-cruise
A cruise vacation through Alaska turned into a travel nightmare for one Oklahoma family who got stranded without their belongings after a mishap with a local excursion caused them to miss their ship's boarding window. The Gault family, including six young kids and a 78-year-old grandmother, are now safely back...
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