Beverly Cantrell, Author at Ponca City Now

Tulsa man arrested, accused of killing 2-month-old baby

Friday, November 7 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. -Tulsa police have arrested a man accused of killing a 2-month-old baby.Police identified the suspect as Landon McCullah, who is charged with Murder in the first degree (death of a child by injuring, torturing, or maiming).According to a probable cause affidavit, officers were called around Oct. 28, 2025, to an apartment near... Read More.

Suspected killer latest to be placed on Attorney General’s 10 Most Wanted list

Friday, November 7 by Beverly Cantrell

OKLAHOMA CITY – An accused murderer is the latest fugitive to be placed on Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s 10 Most Wanted list. Christian Soto, 26, is wanted for the July 5 shooting death of a 17-year-old male in Oklahoma City. Police say Soto brandished a pistol and shot the victim multiple times after an... Read More.

Oklahoma City pausing utility cutoffs as residents impacted by federal government shutdown

Friday, November 7 by News 5

OKLAHOMA CITY —As the federal government shutdown continues, Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt announced that the city is pausing utility cutoffs.The mayor said the pause is going to be felt for a long time."We may be able to fade the heat here for a few more days, but this is, this is going to... Read More.

The FAA’s order to cut flights nationwide due to the government shutdown is in effect

Friday, November 7 by AP

The Federal Aviation Administration ‘s unprecedented order to scale back flights nationwide because of the record-long government shutdown took effect Friday morning, with some passengers trying to figure out backup travel plans.The 40 airports selected by the FAA span more than two dozen states and include hubs such... Read More.

Dallas Cowboys’ Marshawn Kneeland found dead in Frisco; police investigating apparent suicide

Thursday, November 6 by News 6

DALLAS -The Dallas Cowboys say defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died at age 24 in what police are investigating as an apparent suicide.The Frisco Police Department issued a statement Thursday morning after news of Kneeland’s death. Investigators said he was found dead around 1:31 a.m. from what appeared... Read More.

Nancy Pelosi announces she will not seek reelection in 2026

Thursday, November 6 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — Rep. Nancy Pelosi, the first female speaker of the House, said Thursday that she will not seek reelection for her San Francisco seat in 2026.In a video posted on social media, Pelosi thanks San Francisco voters."I will not be seeking re-election to Congress. With a grateful heart, I look forward to... Read More.

Trail Blazers hand Thunder first loss, rally from 22 down in 121–119 thriller

Thursday, November 6 by AP

PORTLAND, Ore. -Deni Avdija had 26 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists, and the Portland Trail Blazers erased a 22-point deficit Wednesday night in a 121-119 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder.Jrue Holiday added 22 points, including two clutch free throws that put Portland ahead 121-118 with... Read More.

Ponca City Drive-Thru Drug Disposal Event In November

Thursday, November 6 by Ponca City Now

Join Bridges to Hope, the Ponca City Strategic Opioid Response Plan, for a community-wide effort to safely dispose of unused or expired medications and help prevent prescription drug misuse. This free event is open to everyone! What to Expect: • Safe, anonymous medication disposal • Resource & Information Bags with helpful materials for families • Free event... Read More.

Oklahoma health insurance premiums soar as tax credits set to expire

Thursday, November 6 by Ponca City Now

Open enrollment for health insurance has begun, but many Oklahomans are facing sticker shock as premiums skyrocket.Experts attribute the increase to the expiration of enhanced tax credits from the Affordable Care Act, set to end Dec. 31.Mike Rhoades from the Oklahoma Insurance Department highlighted the issue, saying, "We have a problem in the country... Read More.

Oklahoman elected as Future Farmers of America national president

Thursday, November 6 by News 9

An Oklahoman has been named the national president of Future Farmers of America, becoming the ninth national president hailing from the Sooner State, according to a news release issued by Oklahoma CareerTech.The release says Trey Myers of the Perkins-Tryon FFA chapter was elected 2025-26 National FFA president, becoming Oklahoma’s 24th national officer and ninth... Read More.

Shutdown progress in doubt as Democrats grow emboldened from election wins

Thursday, November 6 by AP

WASHINGTON (AP) — Elections this week that energized Democrats and angered President Donald Trump have cast a chill over efforts to end the record-breaking government shutdown, raising fresh doubts about the possibility of a breakthrough despite the punishing toll of federal closures on the country.Trump has increased... Read More.

Oklahoma pardon and parole board recommends clemency to death row inmate Tremane Wood

Wednesday, November 5 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board recommended clemency be granted to death row inmate Tremane Wood.Wood was convicted in the 2001 deadly stabbing of migrant farmworker Rene Ramirez during a robbery in Oklahoma City.Wednesday's clemency hearing began at 9 a.m. Three board members voted yes to granting clemency... Read More.