Beverly Cantrell, Author at Ponca City Now

FTC launces inquiry into AI chatbots acting as companions and their effects on children

Monday, September 15 by AP

The Federal Trade Commission has launched an inquiry into several social media and artificial intelligence companies about the potential harms to children and teenagers who use their AI chatbots as companions.The FTC said it has sent letters to Google parent Alphabet, Facebook and Instagram parent Meta Platforms, Snap, Character Technologies, ChatGPT maker OpenAI and... Read More.

Monarch Butterfly Migration: How Oklahomans can help vital pollinators during annual journey

Monday, September 15 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -Across North America, monarch butterfly populations will begin their journey southward to warmer winter climates in Mexico, travelling across much of the United States, including Oklahoma, along their route.The annual migration of monarch butterflies, a welcome sight in Oklahoma, has seen a significant decrease in participants due to habitat... Read More.

Trump says suspect in assassination of Charlie Kirk in custody

Friday, September 12 by TNND

OREM, Utah (TNND) — President Donald Trump said on Friday, "with a high degree of certainty," that the suspect in the assassination of political activist Charlie Kirk is in custody.Trump announced the breaking news during a live interview with "Fox & Friends," adding that "someone very close to him... Read More.

Marland’s Grand Home Events in September

Friday, September 12 by Ponca City Now

The Listen and Learn is a free event. Show up and learn about Art through polymer clay with Betty Scott.The 101 Roundup is a time to come and swap stories about the 101. Almost daily, people come and share stories of family members and friends with 101 connections. They can share their stories with each... Read More.

Analyst Matthew Dowd loses his MSNBC job following his Charlie Kirk commentary

Friday, September 12 by AP

Matthew Dowd, chief campaign strategist for the Bush-Cheney 2004 presidential campaign, speaks at the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service in Little Rock, Ark., Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009. (AP Photo/Danny Johnston, File)Political analyst Matthew Dowd is out of a job at MSNBC after his on-air comment following conservative activist Read More.

Oklahoma raid uncovers illegal marijuana operation; 7 detained, 2 in ICE custody

Friday, September 12 by KTUL

CUSHING, OKLA. — On Wednesday morning, September 10, the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics' Marijuana Enforcement Teams (MET) executed a search warrant at Ethereal Green, located at 6505 W. 9th Street, as part of an ongoing investigation into illegal activities and multiple violations at the grow operation.Photo courtesy of Oklahoma Bureau of NarcoticsDuring the raid, OBN... Read More.

Recklessness’: Kamala Harris turns on Joe Biden in new book

Friday, September 12 by ABC News

Former Vice President Kamala Harris says that Democrats made a mistake and it was "recklessness" to allow President Joe Biden to make the decision alone on running for reelection, saying the choice should not have been "left to an individual’s... Read More.

Thursday, September 11 by Ponca City Now

Americans mark the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with emotional ceremonies

Thursday, September 11 by AP

NEW YORK (AP) — Nearly a quarter century has passed since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, but for many, the emotions of the day remain raw as ever.On Thursday, America marked the 24th anniversary of the deadly attacks with solemn ceremonies in New York, at the Pentagon and in Shanksville,... Read More.

Rifle recovered in the search for Charlie Kirk’s killer as FBI releases photos of person of interest

Thursday, September 11 by AP

OREM, Utah (AP) — The sniper who assassinated Charlie Kirk is believed to have jumped off a roof and fled into a neighborhood after firing one shot and has not been identified, authorities said Thursday in disclosing they have recovered a high-powered, bolt-action rifle they believe was used in the attack and... Read More.

Thursday, September 11 by Ponca City Now

Annual PC Takedown Club Golf Tournament October 11

Thursday, September 11 by Ponca City Now

The Annual PC Takedown Club Golf Tournament is October 11, 2025 at the Wentz Memorial Golf Course.Join them for a great day of golf, prizes, and community support.Check-In: 7:00 – 8:45 AM Shotgun Start: 9:00 AMSponsorship Opportunities Available!Cash prizes 1st-3rd place teams, 50/50 cash prize for closest to pin and other games.Hole-in-One Contest – Your... Read More.