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Chat With The Chief: Event Security
After a former President Donald Trump was injured in a shooting at a rally in Pennsylvania, many have asked about the quality of security at similar events. News 9 spoke with Oklahoma City Police Chief Wade Gourley to discuss how his department handles large gatherings.
Will Rogers World Airport could see support for nonstop flights through state grant funds.
Airport officials are hopeful that state grants will continue supporting more nonstop flights out of Will Rogers World Airport ahead of a rebranding effort late this summer. Tuesday, the Oklahoma City Council authorized the allocation of $500,000 in limited-tax general obligation bond funding to the Alliance for Economic Development of Oklahoma City. But the decision comes with strings attached: The funds will only be allocated if the organization receives $2.5 million in state grant funding to bring new nonstop air service to the airport.
Thunder have opportunity to hurt the Knicks in NBA free agency yet again
Already this summer, the OKC Thunder have proverbially stuck it to the New York Knicks organization by stealing away prized free agent big, Isaiah Hartenstein, via a three-year, $87 million contract. Now, more than two weeks into the illustrious offseason festivities, they may want to consider double-dipping by swiping another...
West Texas FC advances to NPSL Regional Final, defeating OKC 1889 FC 4-1 in semifinal
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - West Texas FC is headed to the NPSL Regional Final. West Texas took down Oklahoma City 1889 FC 4-1 in the semifinal. West Texas FC won the Lone Star Conference at home in Midland winning the two games by a combined 9-2. Antoine Marques contributed two...
Headlines: OKC homeless attack, Miami flooding money & “Rez Dogs” Emmy nods
Homeless advocates worry about attacks on unhoused people. (KOSU) AG Drummond fights injunction against state immigration law. (KOSU) Both sides appeal ruling on critical race theory law. (NewsOK) Tulsa plans to pay $2M to settle police shooting lawsuit. (Tulsa World) Medical Marijuana Authority lays off 10% of workforce. (Tulsa World)
Indigenous Oklahoma woman paves the way for a beautiful tomorrow
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — According to the Bureau of Indian Affairs, homicide is one of the top 10 causes of death for Native American females under the age of 45. Native America women experienced the second highest rate of homicide in 2020, but there are efforts to stop it. Join News Four’s Joleen Chaney and First Fidelity Bank to Pay it Forward.
Oklahoma Wildcatters defeat the scoreless Austin Gamblers on final night of PBR Camping World Team Series Homestand at Paycom Center
Capping an opening weekend in which several PBR Teams records were shattered, the Oklahoma Wildcatters concluded their inaugural PBR (Professional Bull Riders) Camping World Team Series homestand and highly anticipated debut of head coach J.B. Mauney with a crucial victory, defeating the scoreless Austin Gamblers 155.75-0 to improve to 2-1 in game play.
Thunder star Chet Holmgren sets record straight on Victor Wembanyama, ROY race
This past season, the OKC Thunder finished as the top seed in the Western Conference standings and advanced toward their first playoff run since the 2020 Lake Buena Vista bubble. Though the majority of attention and credit for these successes were directed toward superstar guard and MVP candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander,...
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...
Doctors Explain Oklahoma County Alert: Young Adults Face Silent Sleep-Related Heart Threat.
In this article, The Medical Experts @ The Health Standard, share their expert insights on the findings and provide Oklahoma residents with evidence-based recommendations for protecting their health.Why This Matters to YouA recent study adds to the evidence that there is a solid link between sleep apnea and cardiovascular diseases. However, the findings of this study highlight an issue that many young people tend to ignore. They feel that sleep apnea does not apply to them. This finding is crucial for Oklahoma County, Oklahoma residents because the findings continue to highlight the heart health benefits of early detection and treatment...
Emergency crews respond near Del City Water Treatment Plant
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Emergency crews responded near the Del City Water Treatment Plant Thursday afternoon. Crews were seen on Southeast 44th Street near South Sunnylane Road. Officials haven't said what caused the large response. Check back for any updates.
Moore Police host 'Cops & Bobbers' fishing clinic at Buck Thomas Park
MOORE, OKLA (KOKH) — The Moore Police Department (MPD) is hosting a free fishing clinic for all ages on June 20. Cops & Bobbers will start at 8:00 a.m. and end at 10:00 a.m. The event will be held at Buck Thomas Park, 1903 NE 12th St. Moore, OK.
Oklahoma state superintendent went from ‘excited’ to ‘disgusted’ over standards he helped create
OKLAHOMA CITY — Bob Blackburn can still picture the room where he helped decide how Oklahoma students would learn their history. Six years ago, the then-executive director of the Oklahoma Historical Society sat at the head of a table with five other members of a committee spearheading the next state academic standards for social studies […] The post Oklahoma state superintendent went from ‘excited’ to ‘disgusted’ over standards he helped create appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
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