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Civil rights groups seeking records on Ryan Walters' Bible mandate for Oklahoma schools
Four civil rights organizations and an Oklahoma law firm said they made a joint request for records Friday, seeking information from the Oklahoma State Department of Education about state schools Superintendent Ryan Walters’ recent mandate that the Bible be incorporated into classroom teaching. The groups, Americans United for Separation of Church and State, the ACLU...
2 Injured, 2 In Custody After Shooting In SW Oklahoma City
A shooting in SW Oklahoma City overnight is under investigation. Oklahoma City Police said it happened at a party near Southwest 52nd and May. Officers said two people were taken to the hospital and said one of the victims may have been hit by a car. OCPD said that two...
Oklahoma Forecast: Rain Showers and 110F Heat Wave Expected
Tulsa, OK – Rain and storm chances are possible this morning across parts of northeast Oklahoma as precipitation moves in from the west. Brief heavy rainfall is possible in the stronger showers and thunderstorm activity. According to the US National Weather Service in Tulsa, the probability of thunderstorms ranges...
Growing conservative-led push to merge religious teachings into public classrooms
American classrooms have become ground zero for cultural debates. Now there’s a push to expand religious teachings in public schools in some states. Roughly 50 million students were enrolled in public schools nationwide in the fall of 2021, according to federal data. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] In Oklahoma, public school enrollment is growing with more than 700,000 students in those classrooms statewide.
Oklahoma couple found 36 hours after disappearing while scuba diving in Gulf of Mexico
A miracle rescue of an Edmond couple took place around 1 a.m. on Friday in the Gulf of Mexico. They disappeared while scuba diving off the coast of Texas and their loved ones feared the worst.
Person shot, another hit by car after gunfire at southwest Oklahoma City house party, police say
OKLAHOMA CITY — Police say a person was shot and another was hit by a car after gunfire rang out late Saturday night at a southwest Oklahoma City house party. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. The shooting happened shortly before midnight at a home...
Deaf and hearing actors join forces for the new OKC staging of 'Cinderella': What to know
Sweeping from one end of the rehearsal room to the other, Sandra Mae Frank twirls, kicks and shimmies to a wistful piano playing the familiar tune "In My Own Little Corner." The Broadway, film and television star's hands stay in almost constant motion as she gracefully sign-sings, using American Sign Language, along with...
'Dress for success': Nonprofit gives away free suits to help job seekers in need
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — They say to dress for success—and that a good suit can go a long way in making a strong first impression. The Oklahoma City-based nonprofit Custom Suits and Life Skills held a free suit giveaway on Saturday to help those in need get outfitted with professional attire.
OCPD searching for road rage shooting vehicle
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma City Police Department is searching for a suspect who shot two people in their car. Open the video player above for more top headlines. Police say they believe this incident was a result of road rage that happened in early July near Interstate 240 and Eastern Avenue.
'Twisters' taking local drive-ins by storm
OKLAHOMA CITY — With “Twisters” raking in big at the box office, a local drive-in theater said they haven’t seen as many people come out for a movie in a long time. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. “We did the premiere...
Former Senator On 2028 Olympics Events In Oklahoma City
We're still learning just how Oklahoma City landed the honor of becoming a host site for the 2028 summer Olympics. We know that, as this deal was gaining momentum a few years ago, Casey Wasserman, the head of LA-28, the organizing entity for the games, solicited the help of a DC lobbying firm with a strong Oklahoma connection.
Criminal Justice Resource Nonprofit Diversion Hub Closer To Construction Of New OKC Facility
Oklahoma is well above the national average for incarceration, according to the Prison Policy Initiative. The metro nonprofit Diversion Hub tries to stop cycles and create proactive solutions. The organization’s new building is closer to construction. In July the city council approved the final plans for Diversion Hub’s new...
6-year-old girl gets special honor at OKC Baseball Club game
OKLAHOMA CITY — A young girl who has battled a number of medical conditions was honored Friday at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. “We call her a tiny tornado. She can wreak havoc in like 30 seconds. If you close...