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Oklahoma City apartment blaze damages four units, all evacuated safely
OKLAHOMA CITY, (KOKH) — The Oklahoma City Fire Department responded to a call of a fire in an apartment complex on Tuesday afternoon. According to OKCFD, the fire started on the first floor and spread through a window to the unit above. Some furniture was caught on fire and...
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...
Norman man charged after allegedly soliciting a minor on Discord
CLEVELAND COUNTY, OK (KOKH) — A Norman man was arrested for allegedly having inappropriate conversations with a minor on a social media platform. The arrest comes after a cyber tip was assigned to the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Criminal Investigations Division (CID) last week. According to CCSO,...
Oklahoma City nonprofit expands tiny home community for foster care alumni
A newly built and furnished set of 15 tiny homes have popped up in Oklahoma City. While they’re all around just 300 square feet, they’re equipped with everything you’d find in a studio apartment — a kitchen, a bathroom, and an area to eat and sleep.
Her hearing implant was preapproved. But she still received multiple $139,000 bills
Caitlyn Mai woke up one morning in middle school so dizzy she couldn't stand and also deaf in one ear, the result of an infection that affected one of her cranial nerves. Though her balance recovered, the hearing never came back. Growing up, she learned to cope — but it...
Illuminating Christmas attraction helps put Enid on the map each holiday season
ENID, Okla. — One of the attractions that has put Enid on the map in recent years is its newest holiday phenomenon – a giant Christmas tree. At one time, Enid was the home to the world's tallest Christmas tree. The 122-foot Christ Tree brings tens of thousands of people to Enid each year.
Central football coach adding baseball to coaching duties
In a bit of a whirlwind situation, Central High School was in need of filling its baseball coaching job after CHS fast-pitch softball and baseball coach Wes Green was hired as the new Sallisaw Lady Diamonds softball coach, so in last Wednesday night’s Central Public Schools Board of Education meeting, it decided to let the current staff fill the void.
Blanchard Man Survives Explosion After Igniting Fireplace For First Time
A Blanchard man survived an explosion in his living room. It happened after he turned on his family's fireplace for the first time since buying the home. News 9's Cameron Joiner spoke with the homeowner about those terrifying moments. Micheal Meade in Blanchard says he’s thankful to be alive after...
State pledges $39M in matching funds for amphitheater infrastructure
Source: Oklahoma Department of Commerce, City of Broken Arrow. The Oklahoma Department of Commerce announced Tuesday it would partnering with the city of Broken Arrow and Wagoner County by providing up to $39.5 million in matching funds through the Enterprise Zone Incentive Leverage Act to help fund infrastructure improvements for the Sunset at Broken Arrow Amphitheater development.
Altus 7News viewers might see disruption in signal while water tower work in progress
ALTUS, Okla. (KSWO) - We have an alert for our viewers in Altus and how your ability to watch some of our content will soon be affected. The City of Altus is getting ready to start a project to refurbish their water tower for some repairs. Unfortunately, for them to do these repairs 7News is going to have to remove our equipment off the tower while the work is being completed.
Man Sentenced To 20 Years In Prison For Beating Woman To Death In 2019
A Mayes County man is headed to federal prison for 20 years for beating his girlfriend to death with a hammer. Harvey Murphy pled guilty to second-degree murder in 2023 for killing Kimmy Stipes in 2019. Murphy's lawyers said he was addicted to meth at the time and has mental...
OKC Thunder adds Alex Ducas to two-way deal
The Oklahoma City Thunder announced on Tuesday that they have signed undrafted rookie Alex Ducas to a two-way deal. The 23-year-old spent five college seasons at Saint Mary’s from 2019-24. He averaged 9.9 points on 45.3% shooting, 5.6 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 34 games last season. He shot 43.8% from 3 on 5.4 attempts.
Interactive children’s storytelling comes to Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center
VINITA, Oklahoma ~ Enjoy an interactive day of immersive children’s storytelling July 27 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center. Children of all ages are invited to gather for “Ours to Tell: Cherokee Children’s Stories” at the 2023 Tribal...
Merle Haggard statue unveiling and tribute concert set for Oct. 10
MUSKOGEE, OK – A tribute concert and unveiling of a statue of country music mega-star Merle Haggard is scheduled for Thursday, October 10. Haggard is most famous for the “live” album called Okie From Muskogee, recorded fifty-five years ago in 1969. A statue of his likeness will...
Bartlesville Woman Charged With Trafficking Fentanyl
A Bartlesville woman was booked into the Washington County Jail on the charge of trafficking a controlled dangerous substance. Officers responded to a domestic disturbance incident already in progress and later realized the defendant, Michelle Sandberg was trafficking Fentanyl. A probable cause affidavit states that officers were advised of Sandberg's...
Bartlesville Man Seen on Burglary and Larceny Charges
A Bartlesville man was seen in Washington County Court this week on two separate charges of larceny shoplifting, and burglary in the second degree. Hugo Ramos is charged with larceny that stems from July 5th when he is accused of taking a $248.29 TV from Wal-Mart. Ramos is also accused...
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