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Polk: Lessons learned from previous superintendent will help her avoid high turnover rate in OKCPS job
New Oklahoma City Public Schools Superintendent Jamie Polk said lessons learned from working for, and watching, her predecessor will be important if she is to avoid the high turnover rate that’s plagued that position for the past four decades. One of her primary goals, she told The Oklahoman in a wide-ranging interview, is...
WATCH: Sky 5 captures beautiful sunrise over OKC to start new week
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma is known for its beautiful sunrises and sunsets, and the Sooner State started the new week with another amazing sunrise. Sky 5, which is the only news helicopter in the air on weekday mornings, captured a beautiful sunrise over downtown Oklahoma City. Open the video player above to watch.
1 Arrested After Deadly SE Oklahoma City Shooting
One person is dead and another is in custody after a shooting Sunday night in southeastern Oklahoma City, police say. Oklahoma City Police said the shooting happened at around 10 p.m. near Southeast 62nd Street and North Lindsay Avenue. Police said they responded to a shooting call, and after arriving...
Town Hall Meeting Scheduled for Ward Two and Three
ENID, OK - City officials announced today that Ward 2 Commissioner Derwin Norwood and Ward Three Commissioner Keith Siragusa will host a town hall meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 25th at First Missionary Baptist Church, located at 467 East Owen K. Garriott Road. The Council and the staff...
Shaping OKC’s Future and Continued Growth
Oklahoma City is poised for a new era of economic growth and development, marked by a strategic partnership between the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber, the City of Oklahoma City and the Alliance for Economic Development. This collaborative effort has culminated in a comprehensive economic development plan designed to guide the city's progress over the next three decades.
Warrant issued for woman accused of exploiting elderly woman out of nearly $52,000
NEWKIRK — A warrant is issued for Tammy Dene Jones, 51, Enid, by the Kay County District Court. Jones is facing felony counts of exploitation of elderly and or disabled adult by deception and intimidation and computer fraud and or unlawful use of a computer system. Ponca City police report that Jones is accused of fraudulently obtaining $51,877.94 from a senior citizen.
Woman transported to hospital after being hit by truck in southeast Oklahoma City
OKLAHOMA CITY — A woman was transported to a hospital after being hit by a truck in southeast Oklahoma City on Sunday evening. Open the video player above for more top headlines. At around 8 p.m., first responders were called to the area of Southeast 44th Street and Sunnylane...
West Nile Virus detected in Carter County mosquito pool
ARDMORE, Okla. (KXII) - Dr. Andrew Hoelscher with Exceptional Community Health in Ardmore says the West Nile Virus is carried by infected birds and is most commonly spread from mosquito bites to humans and other mammals. “Its important to remember that its not transmissible from person to person,” Dr. Hoelscher...
Will Rogers World Airport eyes international expansion with $2.5M grant for new flights
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — A plan for new nonstop destinations could be taking off at Will Rogers World Airport. Through partnerships, the airport is applying for a state grant. If they qualify, they'll receive around $2.5M to expand flight services, both domestic and international. Right now you can...
Jackson Arnold confident about Sooners' rebuilt OL, finds comfort in addition of Branson Hickman
DALLAS — Jackson Arnold was introduced to Branson Hickman shortly after the Oklahoma quarterback walked off the field at the end of the Sooners' spring game in April. The two hung out that night, and less than 24 hours later, Hickman — the offensive line transfer from SMU — was committed to OU.
The Disappearance of Keith Carlson
30-year-old Keith Carlson was last seen in Tuttle, Oklahoma on May 21, 2024. He disappeared after his truck was found abandoned in the Wichita Mountain Wildlife Refuge. In 2024, Keith Carlson was a resident of Tuttle, Oklahoma. Disappearance. On May 20, 2024, Keith Carlson last spoke with his sister and...
100 Days to Football Time in Oklahoma 2024: #40 Ethan Downs
Hometown: Weatherford, Okla. Ethan Downs played high school ball in Weatherford, Oklahoma. He played all over the field on both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball. A top 200 recruit, Downs’ offer list included LSU, Penn State, Texas, and Texas A&M. However, he became the first defensive commit in the 2021 OU class in the fall of 2019.
City of Altus cleaning up damage from storm
ALTUS, Okla. (KSWO) - UPDATE: According the National Weather Service, the damage was caused by a downburst. On Saturday night, Altus was under a severe thunderstorm warning, and now the city is trying to clean up the damage. Jerry Abbott, the Emergency Manager for Jackson County said the North end...
Crimson Countdown: No. 40 Ethan Downs
The Crimson Countdown is officially on for the 2024 Oklahoma football season. Fans have been waiting for what feels like forever with this one. The Sooners are finally and officially joining the SEC. The 2023 season was a rebound one for head coach Brent Venables, getting the program back to...
'He's a beast': TCU transfer Damonic Williams making strong 1st impression at Oklahoma
DALLAS — Danny Stutsman noticed two things about Damonic Williams after the former TCU defensive tackle arrived at Oklahoma this summer: his massive size and his innate leadership qualities. Williams, who transferred to Oklahoma during the post-spring portal cycle, has quickly ingratiated himself with his new team and made...
Rain chances lessen, heat returns
Less hot temps remain as northerly winds stay through Monday. Since broad flow is from the north, we will continue with temps some 5 to 10 degrees below normal. The less hot weather lasts until midweek before the heat dome starts to shift eastward somewhat. Monday and Tuesday, we will...
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