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5 things to know: How Oklahomans can get federal money to install storm shelters

Friday, April 18 by News 6

TULSA, Okla -Oklahoma’s SoonerSafe program is accepting applications for the 2025 rebate cycle. The program launched in 2011 to help Oklahoma homeowners buy and install safe rooms on their property. Here’s what to know.1. How Does The Program Work?Residents apply through Oklahoma Emergency Management. If you’re selected, you’ll get an email. You’ll then have 30... Read More.

REAL ID enforcement less than a month away: 5 things to know ahead of summer travel

Friday, April 18 by News 6

With less than a month until May 7th, many Oklahomans planning to travel by air are scrambling to get their REAL ID.Here are some things to keep in mind:For those planning to travel May 7, 2025, and beyond, a REAL ID is required to get on a plane. It is optional to have,... Read More.

Go inside the factory where Peeps are made

Friday, April 18 by AP

BETHLEHEM, Pa. (AP) — Love them or hate them, those marshmallow Peeps that come in blindingly bright colors and an array of flavors are inescapable around the Easter holiday.Millions are made daily in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, by Just Born Quality Confections, a family-owned candy manufacturer that also churns out Hot Tamales, Mike and... Read More.

White House restricts wire services’ permanent press pool spot

Friday, April 18 by Beverly Cantrell

WASHINGTON (TNND) —White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks during a briefing at the White House, Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)On April 8, U.S. District Judge Trevor N. McFadden ruled that the government can't retaliate against the AP's decision not to follow the president's executive order to... Read More.

A US pastor abducted in South Africa has been rescued after a police shootout

Friday, April 18 by AP

In this photo provided by the South African Police Service, South African law enforcement officers enter the gate of the house where an American missionary Josh Sullivan was being held in KwaMagxaki, Gqeberha, South Africa, Wednesday, April 16, 2025. (South African Police Services via AP)JOHANNESBURG (AP) — An American pastor who was Read More.

2 people killed, 6 wounded in shooting at Florida State University, police chief says shooter is deputy’s son

Thursday, April 17 by Beverly Cantrell

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Gray News) - A suspect is reported to be in police custody following a shooting at Florida State University that left at least five people wounded and two dead. The university shared an alert at 12:01 p.m. reporting an “active shooter” in the area... Read More.

GOOD FRIDAY HOLIDAY OBSERVED

Thursday, April 17 by Ponca City Now

The City of Ponca City will observe GOOD FRIDAY on Friday April 18, 2025 as a City Holiday: City Hall Offices will be CLOSED Friday, April 18, and will REOPEN Monday, April 21. Residential Refuse WILL NOT BE PICKED UP Friday April 18, and WILL RESUME Monday, April 21. As there will be no residential trash collection... Read More.

Oklahoma City man arrested for installing malware onto hospital computers

Thursday, April 17 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -A man accused of putting malware on a metro hospital's computers has been arrested, according to police.The Oklahoma City Police Department says Jeffrey Bowie was seen by an employee at SSM St. Anthony using a computer designated for employees only.St. Anthony conducted a forensic review of the computer and found malware had been... Read More.

Police seize thousands of pounds of illegal marijuana in shipping scheme bust

Thursday, April 17 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -Six suspects are behind bars, and nearly 3000 pounds of marijuana were seized in what the state attorney general calls an illegal shipping scheme bust. Authorities say Sheng Qu, Hou Run Liu, Jie Yu, Tingting Liang, and Deping Sun obtained the drugs from an illegal grow operation and used... Read More.

Concertgoers say they were overcharged at Boys from Oklahoma concert in Stillwater

Wednesday, April 16 by KOKH

STILLWATER, Okla. (KOKH) — Check your bank account or credit card records if you paid for concessions last weekend at the "Boys from Oklahoma" show in Stillwater.Some concertgoers say they've been charged way more than what they actually spent.Lots of people are complaining about this online, like Natalie Clark. She says she was charged $427... Read More.

Criminal Justice students shine at 2025 ACJA National Conference

Wednesday, April 16 by Ponca City Now

The Criminal Justice Society at Northern Oklahoma College recently made a strong showing at the 2025 American Criminal Justice Association (ACJA) National Conference and Competition, held in Long Beach, California, March 30-April 4.This marked the first national competition for the group, and they represented NOC, Oklahoma, and their club with distinction, according to Troy... Read More.

Oklahoma’s 2026 Governor’s Race: Who’s running, who’s speculated to run?

Wednesday, April 16 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -As Oklahoma prepares for the 2026 gubernatorial race, several high-profile political figures are generating buzz as potential candidates.Current Governor Kevin Stitt, who has served since 2019, will reach his term limit of two four-year terms in 2027, leaving the field open in 2026 for these leaders to consider a run for the state’s... Read More.