Experts warn early screen time may harm children’s mental health

A growing body of research is raising alarms about screen use among young children, especially those under age 5.A recent meta-analysis found that three in four children younger than 2 are being exposed to screens, despite global health guidelines advising otherwise. Experts say the effects aren’t just developmental—they may be emotional, behavioral and lasting.Here’s... Read More.

Heartland Flyer faces service suspension due to lack of funding from Texas

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — The Heartland Flyer is facing a service suspension on or before October 1, because it will not have the funding it needs to continue operating.The Heartland Flyer train service has been helping Oklahomans travel to the Dallas-Fort Worth area for more than 25 years. According to Amtrack, the Heartland Flyer... Read More.

State will not seek death penalty in new trial for Richard Glossip

Richard Glossip, the Oklahoma death row inmate who was granted a new trial by the U.S. Supreme Court, was back in court Monday as the case against him officially restarted.State prosecutors have announced they plan to move forward with a new trial but will no longer seek the death penalty.Glossip, who has maintained his... Read More.
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Oklahoma measles cases increase to 19, according to health officials

OKLAHOMA -The Oklahoma State Department of Health has confirmed 19 cases of measles across the state.In the department's most recent update, OSDH says the number of cases is split into 16 confirmed and 3 probable cases.A probable case means a person has symptoms consistent with the national standard definition of measles, but does not have a... Read More.

Attorney General’s Office to prosecute Richard Glossip for non-capital murder

OKLAHOMA CITY – Four months after the U.S. Supreme Court ordered a new trial for former death row inmate Richard Glossip, Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond indicated his office currently does not plan to dismiss the existing first-degree murder charges filed against Glossip for the 1997 beating death of Barry Van Treese. Drummond said his... Read More.

MORGAN Band to open 2025 Full Moon Concert Series June 11

Stillwater-based MORGAN promises to deliver a magical and memorable evening of live music under the stars at the season opener Full Moon Concert on Wednesday, June 11, in Tonkawa Centennial Park, 301 East Grand. Named after award winning songwriter and singer Morgan Reynolds, the four-member band expands the boundaries of rock, blues, jazz, and folk music... Read More.
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Luttrell, Rader comment on passage of carbon capture bill

OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill aimed at establishing clear guidelines for carbon capture and storage in Oklahoma has received final legislative approval and will take effect later this year.Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, co-authored Senate Bill 269 with Sen. Dave Rader to ensure the state maintains regulatory control over carbon sequestration efforts.... Read More.

Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office hosting Tulsa area human trafficking prevention training

OKLAHOMA CITY  — The Attorney General’s Human Trafficking Response Unit will partner with TAT (formerly Truckers Against Trafficking) to help law enforcement, energy and transportation leaders develop counter-trafficking strategies at a Coalition Build from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 10 at Northeastern State University in Broken Arrow.The event aims to close loopholes... Read More.

Subject Arrested by PCPD Friday Morning on Several Charges

Just before 11:00 am this morning, a PCPD Officer was patrolling the area of 14th Street, just south of Highland. While patrolling, he recognized an individual who had confirmed felony warrants out of Kay County for First Degree Burglary and Assault with a Dangerous Weapon. As the Officer approached, the male subject ran and the... Read More.
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Capitol Conversations By Sen. Bill Coleman

The Senate adjourned this year’s legislative session at 12:25 a.m. on May 30. We adjourned Sine Die, a term signaling final adjournment, after a long week of addressing remaining policy proposals, confirming dozens of the governor’s appointees to serve in state government and voting to override most of the governor’s vetoes. Overall, I believe it... Read More.

NOC art, digital media students tour Ft. Worth museums

Led by Art Faculty Audrey Schmitz, NOC Art and Digital Media students toured three museums on an overnight trip to Fort Worth, TX, May 23-24.The tour included Amon Carter Museum, Modern Art Museum and Kimball Museum of Art. Other destinations included Fort Worth Botanic Gardens, Fort Worth Water Gardens and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.Joining the trip were Brad Matson, Director... Read More.