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Ponca City Weather Update – Tue. through the Weekend

Tuesday, June 23

Ponca City remains in an active weather pattern this week with additional chances for thunderstorms. -Tuesday: Strong to severe storms are possible late afternoon into overnight. Main concerns include damaging winds and hail. -Wednesday: Additional strong to severe storms are possible late afternoon through the evening, with large hail and damaging... Read More.

ODOT FLOODING UPDATE: Highway Closures Alert 6-23-26 as of 10 a.m.

Tuesday, June 23

The following highways or interstates are impacted by high water: KAY COUNTY I-35 ramp to Braman Rd. is now OPEN US-177 between Blackwell and Braman US-77 between W. Riverview Rd and W. Oakland Rd. *NOBLE COUNTY *SH-156 between US-177 and Marland CHOCTAW COUNTY SH-109 between N 4170 Rd. and US-271 NOTE: Additional advisories... Read More.

Former Oklahoma death row inmate back in court as case proceeds to retrial in 1997 murder case

Tuesday, June 23

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A former Oklahoma death row inmate who was released from incarceration after nearly three decades is scheduled to be back in court as his case proceeds to a retrial for a 1997 killing that put him on the brink of execution three times. Richard... Read More.

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20th Annual All American Fish Fry Blood Drive, Honoring Sean Anderson, Friday

Tuesday, June 23

The 20th Annual All American Fish Fry Blood Drive (Honoring Sean Anderson) is this coming... Read More.

NWS classifies storms as Derecho, but what does that mean?

Tuesday, June 23

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — After a line of severe storms brought strong winds, rain, and possible tornadoes to Oklahoma, the National Weather Service worked to classify them. On Monday morning, the National Weather Service said it has preliminarily classified the line of storms as a Derecho. According to the... Read More.

How to report storm damage in Oklahoma

Tuesday, June 23

Oklahomans whose homes, businesses or property are damaged during severe weather are encouraged to report that damage through the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management’s online damage assessment survey. The survey allows residents and business owners to submit information about storm-related damage, including impacts from tornadoes, straight-line winds, flooding, hail, wildfires... Read More.

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New declassified documents renew debate over Fauci, COVID origins, raises legal questions

Tuesday, June 23

Newly declassified documents released by outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard are fueling renewed debate over the origins of COVID-19, gain-of-function research, and whether former federal officials could face legal scrutiny for actions taken during and after the pandemic. Gabbard has argued that the documents reveal efforts by... Read More.

ODOT UPDATE-FLOODING: Highway Closures Alert 6-22-26 as of 11 a.m.

Monday, June 22

The following highways or interstates are impacted by high water: GRANT COUNTY SH-11 between I-35 and Medford is now OPEN KAY COUNTY US-177 between Blackwell and Braman I-35 ramp to Braman Rd. OTTAWA COUNTY SH-69A between SH-10 and Veterans Rd. is now OPEN NOTE: Additional advisories will be sent from this office as... Read More.

Important Summer Feeding Update

Monday, June 22

Due to heavy overnight rains, our cafeteria dining room and kitchen areas experienced flooding. Our team is working hard alongside maintenance crews to remove the water and assess any damage. Summer School students will continue to receive both breakfast and lunch. Meals will be served from the gym, and students... Read More.

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Summer solstice June 21 marks official start of summer

Monday, June 22

Oklahomans can expect extended daylight hours as summer officially began June 21. Get ready for the longest day and shortest night of the year. The summer solstice arrives June 21, officially kicking off summer in the Northern Hemisphere and giving Oklahomans more daylight than any other day in 2026. Quick Facts ... Read More.

Second federal lawsuit alleges unconstitutional strip search by Stillwater police, jail staff

Monday, June 22

STILLWATER, Okla. - A Utah woman has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the City of Stillwater, several police officers and detention officers, alleging she was assaulted, wrongfully arrested, denied medical care and subjected to an unconstitutional strip search while in custody. The lawsuit, filed April 10 in the U.S.... Read More.

Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds

Monday, June 22

Less than half of Americans could afford medical expenses and access to quality care last year, according to a new Gallup poll, highlighting mounting financial strain even among many higher-income households. The share of “cost secure” Americans — those who could afford access to quality care... Read More.