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4 dead in Broken Arrow in possible murder-suicide
Four people were found dead Friday at a home in Broken Arrow and the incident is being investigated as a possible murder-suicide, the Broken Arrow Police Department said. Dispatchers received a call from someone inside the residence in the 1600 block of W. Toledo Place about gunshots being heard and police arrived at about 10:55 a.m. to find the four people dead inside.
Bartlesville Man Arrested on Two Felony Counts of Animal Cruelty
A Bartlesville man was seen in Washington County Court on Friday on two felony counts of animal abuse. Braiden Wait was arrested after five dogs were found locked in various rooms at a homee he had previously been renting on the 300 block of N Oak St. with no air conditioning, water, or food for a week.
Charges filed in check fraud case
NEWKIRK — A warrant is issued for Travis James Milbourn, 32, and a court date set for Lacy Laverne Wilson, 35, both of Ponca City, in Kay Count District Court. Both are facing three felony counts of computer fraud, unlawful use of a computer system, uttering a forged instrument and conspiracy.
Yukon Veterans Museum honors military history and those who lived through it
YUKON, Okla. — The Yukon Veterans Museum offers visitors a glimpse at history, but much of it is about family. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. "There are a lot of stories that come in. I wish I could say all of them are positive. Some of them are negative,” said Jerry Icenhower, archivist at the Yukon Veterans Museum.
Oklahoma City man sentenced to 25 years for trafficking fentanyl-laced pills
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — An Oklahoma City man was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for Fentanyl trafficking. Lammon Russell Blonner, 27, was involved in a conspiracy to traffic more than 46 pounds of Fentanyl-laced pills. According to an affidavit in a previously filed criminal complaint, law...
Tulsa Public Schools launches Bridge to Graduation program for at-risk students
TULSA, OK (KTUL) — Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) has announced a new program to help at-risk students graduate. Bridge to Graduation is a summer program for Tulsa students funded by the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Students enrolled in credit recovery will work with TPS staff to recover missing...
Now-former Cache Ag teacher says she plans on appealing termination decision
CACHE, Okla. (KSWO) - The now-former Cache teacher who was terminated from her position after a lengthy board meeting Tuesday, July 16, is speaking out. Kelly Jenkins’ employment with the district was the subject of the contentious meeting that lasted the entire day. Testimony was heard from school officials...
'That's the dream,' Anthony Ramos says of filming 'Twisters' on location in Oklahoma
When Anthony Ramos touched down in Oklahoma to film "Twisters," he quickly learned that the wind does indeed come sweepin' down the plain in the Sooner State — and that the rest of the weather can get pretty dramatic, too. "(It was) unpredictable every day. Every day was new. Hot, and then...
Sallisaw wrestler makes national quarterfinals at Fargo
FARGO, N.D. — Sallisaw Black Diamonds wrestler Cason Craft is still in line to be a national champion. At the 2024 National Junior Wrestling Tournament, Craft won his third and fourth matches at 106 pounds in the Junior Freestyle Division of the event to make it to the quarterfinals. Craft, who won the Class 4A State Tournament at 106 pounds last February, defeated Virginia’s Jonathan French 10-0 in the round of 32 and beat California’s Elias Briones 10-0 in the round of 16 to put him in a quarterfinals match against New Jersey’s Charles Esposito.
Updated water plant dedicated to former Temple mayor
TEMPLE, Okla. (KSWO) -The town of Temple held a special ceremony Thursday, July 18 to honor a former mayor. Officials dedicated the upgraded water plant in memory of former mayor, Rueben Pulis, with a memorial plaque. Pulis started the project to renovate the water treatment plant in 2020. Numerous agencies...
New Roads Pave Way For Tulsa Homeless Housing Project
A new community is being built in Tulsa to help house people experiencing homelessness. While completion of the tiny home village is still months away, crews are making progress on unique roads at the development. When you think of roads being laid for a neighborhood, asphalt or concrete might come...
Oklahoma's Own In Focus: Plans To Renovate OKC's Oldest Housing Complex Underway
The Oklahoma City Housing Authority is about six months into a multi-year plan to revitalize a portion of the metro. It’s called the Choice Neighborhood Initiative and is a HUD-funded grant program. A public housing development must be the center of the project. For Oklahoma City, this will center...
Chet Holmgren breaks silence on viral Miami Heat quote that sparked controversy
Oklahoma City Thunder big man Chet Holmgren clarified his comments about playing road games against the Miami Heat. The former No. 2 overall pick shared on social media that he actually was complimenting Miami for the atmosphere it has in the fourth quarter in close games. It seems like Holmgren’s...
428th Artillery Brigade welcomes new leadership, says goodbye to outgoing commander
FORT SILL, Okla. (KSWO) - Thursday morning, a change of command ceremony was held at Fort Sill’s Polo Field welcoming a new era for the 428th Field Artillery Brigade. Dozens gathered just before 8 a.m. to say their thanks to Col. Victor Scharstein as he handed over charge of the brigade.
'Fix Our Fridge' campaign to help fix appliance Homeless Alliance uses to feed hundreds
A local nonprofit is raising money to help continue its mission to provide free meals for people experiencing homelessness. Funds from the Homeless Alliance's "Fix Our Fridge" campaign will be used to repair the walk-in refrigerator in the nonprofit's day shelter. Taylor Self, Homeless Alliance communications director, said the campaign...
Brent Venables' long-standing relationships fortify faith in new offensive coordinators: 'Leaders of leaders'
The move to the Southeastern Conference has begun for the Oklahoma Sooners. This transition comes at a time where the program is no stranger to change. From key roster turnover to major 'front office' style moves off the field and whatever in between, Brent Venables has had to embrace 'new'. But sometimes the old can shape the new and encourage evolution. That's where Brent Venables is as he navigates life with a new offensive staff.
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