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Sperry Residents Catch Hundreds Of Crawfish After Heavy Rains
Some people in Sperry caught free dinner on Wednesday after overnight rains brought hundreds of crawfish out from the water. Ryan Rohr said he got a call from his mother-in-law and booked it over to grab crawfish off the roadside. He said every time it rains, the critters come out...
'Grease' cast in Claremore for fan event and screening at The Outsiders House Museum
CLAREMORE, OKLA (KTUL) — The original "Grease" cast members are coming to Claremore for the Grease is the Word Fan Event. In collaboration with the Two Hip Chicks Roadshow, the Grease is the Word Fan Event will be held Aug 2-3. Meet and greets will start at 4:00 p.m....
Tulsa Health Department and StopDUI Task Force to Host Community Safety Fair
TULSA, OKLA – [July 17, 2024] – The Tulsa Health Department has partnered with the Stop DUI Task Force to host Prevention and Play, a community safety fair, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, at the Genesis Center, 4929 S. Waco Ave. Prevention and Play is a free, fun-filled community event designed for families to gather and discover beneficial organizations and agencies in Tulsa County.
Sooners QB Jackson Arnold warned of this 'cursed' SEC stadium by UGA QB Carson Beck
Carson Beck may be now in the SEC, but Jackson Arnold could be next. As the starting quarterback for the Georgia Bulldogs begins what will be his final season Between the Hedges, the new starting quarterback for the Oklahoma Sooners is ready to leave his mark in OU's new league. The two signal-callers bonded earlier this summer while attending the Manning Passing Academy. There's also this...
Brad James recognized for volunteer service to 4-H
Media Contact: Trisha Gedon | Sr. Communications Specialist | 405-744-3625 | trisha.gedon@okstate.edu. Although his time as a 4-H’er in his youth was limited, Brad James’ grandfather inspired him to become a volunteer leader. His dedication to the Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development program was recognized recently at the annual...
Former Tulsa Rowers to Compete at Paris Olympics
TULSA, Okla. — Former Tulsa rowers Jennifer Casson (2013-17) and Michelle Sechser (2004-08) are set to compete in the upcoming Paris Olympics. The pair will compete against each other in the lightweight women's doubles sculls as Sechser will represent the United States, and Casson will represent Team Canada. Sechser,...
Summer Schedule Preview: The Cowboys Go to Provo for the First Time
The second half of Oklahoma State’s season begins with the Cowboys’ first ever trip to Provo. OSU welcomed BYU to the Big 12 with a come-from-behind Cowboy win on Senior Day in Stillwater. Now the Cougars will do their best to get payback on their home field. Despite a disappointing finish, BYU was much better at home in 2023, going 4-2, including its only two Big 12 wins. Let’s dive into the Cowboys’ and Cougars’ second matchup as conference foes.
Her hearing implant was preapproved, but she got $139,000 in bills
Caitlyn Mai woke up one morning in middle school so dizzy she couldn't stand and deaf in one ear, the result of an infection that affected one of her cranial nerves. Though her balance recovered, the hearing never came back.Growing up, she learned to cope — but it wasn't easy. With only one functioning ear, she couldn't tell where sounds were coming from. She couldn't follow along with groups of people in conversation — at social gatherings or at work — so she learned to lip-read.For many years, insurers wouldn't approve cochlear implants for single-sided deafness due to concerns that...
She participated in sit-ins and was OKC's first Black female TV journalist. Her work isn't done yet
Joyce Jackson is a mother and grandmother who's satisfied with the life she lives and says she still has plenty to do. She's done plenty already. As a child during...
Wagoner County's flock cameras catch suspect from Louisiana | 'Eyes in the sky'
WAGONER, Okla. (KTUL) — Wagoner County deputies credit a recent arrest to their newly installed flock cameras. A notification of a stolen vehicle in Broken Arrow from a different state helped deputies quickly respond. These flock cameras have only been installed for one year and the sheriff’s office tells...
Oklahoma Commerce to invest $39.5 million in Sunset at Broken Arrow Amphitheater
BROKEN ARROW, OKLA. (KTUL) — The Oklahoma Department of Commerce is partnering with the City of Broken Arrow and Wagoner County to provide up to $39.5 million in matching funds for the Sunset at Broken Arrow Amphitheater development. Up to $39.5 million will be committed through the Enterprise Zone...
National Civics Bee comes to Oklahoma; state finals held in OKC
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — The State Chamber of Oklahoma announced the launch of the 2024 National Civics Bee in Oklahoma. Finalists from competitions across Oklahoma will be invited to compete in a state-level competition on Wednesday, August 21 at the Will Rogers Theatre in Oklahoma City. Through a...
Oklahoma lets enjoy this fantastic weather for this time of year. Many days with highs in the 80s. Plus, more rain chances by the weekend.
We continue in this northwest flow weather pattern for several more days. This pattern means temperatures below average in the 80s for many days. Plus, more rain chances as we go into your weekend. Here’s a look at the hour by hour temperature forecast for OKC today. Mostly upper 80s for highs today.
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