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NW Expressway pedestrian bridge temporarily closed over ADA compliance issues
The pedestrian bridge over NW Expressway near N Brookside Drive has been temporarily closed after a portion of the bridge was found not to be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Two people 'intentionally' set on fire while sleeping outside, Oklahoma City police say
A man and a woman sleeping outside near Hefner and Western were reportedly set on fire Tuesday morning, according to the Oklahoma City Police Department. The department received a call around 6 a.m. this morning reporting that two people were set on fire. Police say it appears the fire was...
3-year-old thrown from car when driver falls asleep at the wheel, Oklahoma cops say
A fatal crash started by a driver falling asleep at the wheel led to a 3-year-old girl’s death, Oklahoma officials said. A 28-year-old man was driving with a 23-year-old woman, along with three girls, ages 5, 3 and 1, around noon July 14, when he fell asleep, Oklahoma Highway Patrol said.
Sixers give a shoutout to Mike Muscala as he enters retirement
In the 2020 bubble, former Philadelphia 76ers forward Mike Muscala was a member of the Oklahoma City Thunder. While the 2019-20 season was not the most memorable for the Sixers, the shots Muscala made in the bubble have turned into some of the biggest for the franchise. Muscala made two big 3-pointers down the stretch to help the Thunder knock off the Miami Heat, 116-115. That win officially conveyed the pick the Thunder owed to the Sixers. Philadelphia then used the 21st pick to select Tyrese Maxey. If it wasn’t for those Muscala shots, Maxey wouldn’t be in Philadelphia. As Muscala enters retirement, the Sixers took to Twitter to give a shoutout to the former Philadelphia big man who played 47 games for the Sixers in the 2018-19 season. thank you for everything… especially this! best of luck in retirement, Mike! pic.twitter.com/iABVskAaor — Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) July 14, 2024 Across 11 seasons in the league, Muscala played for seven different teams and had career averages of 5.9 points and 3.1 rebounds while shooting 37.3% from deep. He played 548 games with 45 starts in his career.
Chat Pile announce second album Cool World
Oklahoma City noise-rock crew Chat Pile made a brutal breakout with their 2022 debut, God’s Country, and they’ll return with its follow-up, Cool World, on Oct. 11 via The Flenser. Bearing the same name as the ’90s film, Cool World reaches for a sludgy, unsettling atmosphere, just like...
From line dancing to storm chasing, 'Twisters' star Daisy Edgar-Jones embraces Oklahoma
A London native, Daisy Edgar-Jones didn't have much Oklahoma experience before she traveled to the American Heartland to film the new event movie "Twisters." Once she set foot on Oklahoma red dirt, though, the Golden Globe-nominated actress quickly embraced the Sooner State culture, from storm chasing to line dancing. ...
Writers unite: WriterCon set for Labor Day weekend in Oklahoma City
WriterCon is a community of writers working together to build skills, exchange knowledge, and achieve dreams. People assume the “Con” is short for “convention” and it’s true that we hold an annual convention over Labor Day weekend. But our my mind, it’s also short for “conclave,” which is the name of a literary magazine we started publishing in 2015—and means “a private group of people with a shared goal.”
AAHOA to host training: 'Managing Guest Misconduct and Ensuring Safety'
In response to the recent tragic death of an AAHOA member following a confrontation with a guest who was asked to leave the property, AAHOA is providing a free educational resource, "Essential Training for Hotel Owners: Managing Guest Misconduct and Ensuring Safety." The webinar takes place at 2 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, July 17. Registration is available here.
Oklahoma City Memorial Museum offers lessons on responding to political violence
But Oklahoma is no stranger to political violence. OKC Memorial Museum CEO Kari Watkins says we can apply lessons learned from the 1995 Murrah Building Bombing to today’s political environment. “We all have a very significant responsibility to tone it down,” Watkins said. “To take a deep breath, to...
Local Theatre Company Brings Classics To Life With A Modern Twist In OKC
Storyteller Theatre was started by the husband-and-wife team Justice and Brenna Wickstrom in 2019. “What we do here is we put on multiple shows, especially throughout the Summer. Every other week we’ve got another show going on,” said Justice Wickstrom. Enough shows to keep actors and actresses as...
Her hearing implant was preapproved. But she still received multiple $139,000 bills
Even when patients double-check that their care is covered by insurance, health providers may send them bills as they haggle with insurers over reimbursement. It's stressful and annoying — but legal.
Monday's News Roundup: July 15, 2024
The Oklahoma Department of Corrections says two of its employees were involved in a freak traffic accident near Oklahoma City. A vast collection of Native American historical records is now available through Tulsa's public library system. Oklahoma is one of the most expensive states for homeowners’ insurance according to a new national report. Actress Lily Gladstone, star of Martin Scorsese's "Killers of the Flower Moon," visited Tulsa over the weekend.
Urban Institute, Microsoft Awards Grant To OKC’s Diversion Hub To Study Criminal Justice Reform
Oklahoma City's Diversion Hub helps people navigate the criminal justice system. The Diversion Hub provides a way to get to court dates and even legal representation for people who face socioeconomic barriers. Now, officials hope a new grant will lead to solutions and help communities across the state. Through a...
Adopt a pet | Meet Betsy Ross, Eddie, Missy Elliot others at OKC-area shelters
Editor's note:Some animal shelters may still have restrictions due to illness. Please contact all area shelters before visiting. Bethany Animal Control Shelter: Closed for adoptions due to vet clinic closing. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the first Saturday of the month, 5100 N College, 405-789-3431.
Plans set to revitalize Oklahoma City's oldest public housing complex, neighborhood
A two-year planning process to revitalize Oklahoma City’s oldest public housing complex and the area surrounding it is six months in. Will Rogers Courts opened in 1937 and lacks modern amenities like shower heads and central AC. The public housing apartments serve some of the city’s poorest residents and have made headlines for shootings.
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