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PCPD: Shots fired, Subject Taken to Hospital

Friday, July 17

Shortly before midnight, PCPD Officers responded to the report of a Domestic Disturbance in the 1400 Block of Shirlee Ave. When the officers arrived at the scene, a male subject stepped out of the front door and fired multiple rounds at the responding officers. Officers returned fire at that time and... Read More.

All Fired Up

Friday, July 17

The Ponca City Fire and Life Safety Council yearly benefit steak cook-off and auction fundraiser on... Read More.

Deadline nears for Oklahoma Officer of the Year nominations

Friday, July 17

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond is reminding law enforcement agencies across Oklahoma that the deadline to submit nominations for the 2026 Officer of the Year Awards is Thursday, July 30. Only law enforcement agencies are eligible to submit official nominations, but Drummond encourages members of the public to... Read More.

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OK universities launch programs designed to strengthen education workforce

Friday, July 17

In August, six Oklahoma universities are launching programs designed to create innovative pathways to teaching and strengthen the state's education workforce. Oklahoma State University, the University of Central Oklahoma, the University of Oklahoma and Northeastern State University will offer accelerated certification pathways designed for career changers and those pursuing alternative... Read More.

Oklahoma ends ‘orphan tax,’ preserves survivor benefits for foster children

Friday, July 17

Gov. Kevin Stitt at State of the State address OKLAHOMA CITY -Oklahoma will no longer use Social Security survivor benefits from foster youth to reimburse state costs, commonly known as the “orphan tax,” Governor Kevin Stitt announced Wednesday. This announcement is part of a partnership with the Administration for Children and... Read More.

General Mills recalls nearly 736,000 Pillsbury rolls due to possible glass contamination

Friday, July 17

General Mills is recalling nearly 736,000 Pillsbury bread rolls because they may contain glass, according to a notice posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration earlier this week. The recall includes 3,080 cases of Pillsbury Bread Rolls “Hard Roll Dough,” each containing 180 rolls, for a... Read More.

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2026 FIFA World Cup Final to be played on OSU-developed grass

Thursday, July 16

STILLWATER, Okla. - A piece of Oklahoma will be on display during the biggest game in soccer. The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final will be played on bermudagrass developed by Oklahoma State University researchers in Stillwater. Dr. Yanqi Wu, a Regents Professor of Plant Breeding and Genetics at Oklahoma State University, said... Read More.

AG Drummond says Cash App settlement to strengthen fraud protections for Oklahomans

Thursday, July 16

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond today announced Oklahoma's share of a $45 million multistate settlement with Block, Inc., the company behind Cash App. The settlement resolves allegations that Block misled consumers about the safety of the app, failed to protect users from fraud on the platform, and didn't provide the fraud protection and... Read More.

Students prepare for tougher 3rd grade standards through summer reading program

Thursday, July 16

TULSA, Okla. - Beginning next school year, a new state law could require some third graders who are not reading at grade level to repeat the grade. One summer program is working to help students improve their reading skills before they return to school. Project Lit, held at Metropolitan Baptist Church... Read More.

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New app puts Native American heritage on the Route 66 map

Thursday, July 16

TULSA, Okla. - A new app and website help travelers on Route 66 learn about the roads’ connections to Native Americans. With Travel Native America, you can plan your Route 66 road trip with different tribes in mind. Route 66’s connection to Native America For 100 years, drivers along the 2,500 miles of... Read More.

Gubernatorial candidate Mike Mazzei explains change in stance on Inola Smelter project

Thursday, July 16

Mike Mazzei OKLAHOMA CITY - Gubernatorial candidate Mike Mazzei explained to News 9 and News On 6 why he changed his stance on the controversial Inola Aluminum smelter project. Key Takeaways Mike Mazzei said he opposed financial problems related to the smelter, but agreed with the project after research. Drummond believes Mazzei... Read More.

Registration open for 2026 Wrecords Music Festival competition

Wednesday, July 15

OKLAHOMA CITY - Registration is now open for the 2026 Wrecords Music Festival, a 24-hour songwriting competition that challenges independent musicians to create an original song in just one day. Artists 18 and older will receive a randomly assigned genre, lyric and instrument before having 24 hours to write and record... Read More.