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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.
FEMA to extend disaster relief funding in northeast Oklahoma
UPDATE/CLARIFICATION: FEMA issued two separate disaster declarations affecting residents in northeast Oklahoma. The one affecting Ottawa, Craig, and Nowata Counties, along with others outside of the area, has a deadline of July 31st. The other declaration for Delaware, Mayes, and Rogers Counties, along with others outside of the area, has a deadline of August 14th. […]
Many Oklahoma districts begin providing free back-to-school supplies for students
EL RENO, Okla. — Oklahoma students are about one month away from returning to classrooms, and that means many families are taking their annual back-to-school shopping trips. For just one household, back-to-school shopping can cost more than $870 for supplies and clothes, according to a study by the National Retail Federation. School districts across the state are pitching in to help with those costs, including those in the Oklahoma City area.
Oklahoma Energy Costs Are Less Expensive Than Most States
With summer temperatures over 100 degrees, Oklahomans often have electric bills even higher. But according to recent study released by WalletHub, Oklahoma's energy costs are less expensive than most states. The study points out that last summer was the hottest on record while this summer is expected to break that...
Both sides appealing federal judge's ruling on law banning teaching some racial, gender topics
A federal judge’s ruling that limits enforcement of House Bill 1775, banning the teaching of certain racial and gender topics in Oklahoma classrooms, is being appealed to the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals — by both sides. Attorneys for the defendants in the case — including Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond, Gov....
Bixby Police officer brings pet dog to help rescue missing child with special needs
BIXBY, Okla. — The Bixby Police Department recognized one of its officers for helping rescue a missing child with special needs on Tuesday by bringing her own dog from home to the scene. Bixby Police said officers responded to an area just outside city limits to assist Tulsa County...
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