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101 Archer opens new exhibit exploring Oklahoma storm history and influence
TULSA, Okla. — The University of Tulsa's Oklahoma Center for the Humanities (OCH) is partnering with more than 50 local photographers to capture the state's storm history and culture in a new exhibit that opens at 101 Archer today at 6 p.m. Storm Chasing brings together historical and contemporary...
Attorney general to investigate possible violation of law at Oklahoma education board meeting
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office on Thursday said it is looking into what appears to be a “willful violation” of the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act by the State Board of Education. Three lawmakers on Wednesday were denied access to the board’s executive session. In addition, the board appeared to hold one executive […]
Oklahoma Wildlife Department hits back on tribal hunting, fishing license compact
In most places, game wardens routinely check state-issued hunting and fishing licenses, but it’s not that simple in Oklahoma. Historic confusion was again amplified after five Oklahoma tribes announced a cooperative agreement on July 12 to honor each other’s tribal hunting and fishing licenses on each of their respective tribal lands. Last week,...
Oklahoma House Democrats call on Gov. Stitt for special session to impeach Corporation Commissioner
OKLAHOMA CITY (KSWO) - After reports of sexual misconduct and public drunkenness, Oklahoma House Democrats are calling on Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt to hold a Special Session to impeach Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner Todd Heitt. Commissioner Bob Anthony originally reported the alleged incidents in an open letter. Willful neglect of duty,...
Oklahoma May Get An Early August Cold Front
Summer is back in full force in Oklahoma! Temperatures have been well over 100 this week with intense heat indicies. A majority of the state has been under a heat advisory for most of the week. But some Oklahoma meteorologists are expecting to see a relief from the heat thanks to an early August cold front.
Original Grease Cast Members Coming To Tulsa, Claremore Meet & Greets
It was the summer of 1978 when the musical film 'Grease' hit theaters. That's right the movie starred John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John and became the highest-grossing musical flick of the 20th century. Jamie Donnelly and Michael Tucci dropped by the Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch to talk about Grease and two local events where fans will have the opportunity to meet the actors in person.
Kamala Harris' VP-hopeful Andy Beshear in OKC today for Democratic Party fundraiser
Andy Beshear, vice president-hopeful and democratic Kentucky governor, will be in Oklahoma City Thursday night to speak at the Oklahoma Democratic Party's fundraising event. Beshear is a potential pick to be presumptive Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate as the current vice president vies for the presidency. ...
4 Oklahoma tribes receive federal funding for housing needs
The funds will be used for new and existing housing projects across the four reservations. Wichita citizen and Executive Director of the Wichita Housing Authority Jesse Jones said the grant “means a lot,” due to his tribe's small size. According to him, it’s a testimony to the difference they’re making for Indigenous families.
Virtual Learning Option to Be Offered At Wynona , OK, Schools
Wynona, OK, Public Schools is moving to a blended learning environment for the 2024-2025 school year. Full virtual learning will be available to all students within the Wynona School District. The blended learning will provide an option of in-person learning and online coursework. The THRIVE Learning Collaborative is the only virtual cooperative in the state of Oklahoma. Superintendent Ruby Dean is excited to get started.