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Oklahoma doctors highlight critical need for organ donors

Thursday, April 2

OKLAHOMA CITY - In recognition of National Donate Life Month, Oklahoma health professionals are focusing on the critical impact of organ and tissue donation. News 9 spoke to Dr. Paolo Martins and Clint Hostetler of the OU Health Transplant Institute to learn more about the current need for donors and the... Read More.

New treatments offer hope for dry macular degeneration patients

Thursday, April 2

Dry age-related macular degeneration is the most common form of the disease, affecting millions of older Americans, according to the National Eye Institute. The condition develops when small yellow deposits, known as drusen, build up under the retina. Over time, the deposits damage cells in the macula — the part... Read More.

Candidate filing period now open

Wednesday, April 1

News On 6 OKLAHOMA CITY -Candidate filing is now open for federal, state, county, and municipal elections in Oklahoma. While many candidates have declared their intent to run for various offices, they will now have the opportunity to officially file between April 1 and April 3. Follow along for live updates: Declared Republican... Read More.

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NOC Enid Planetarium announces upcoming shows and special events

Wednesday, April 1

The Bert and Janice Mackie Planetarium at Northern Oklahoma College Enid has three programs scheduled over the next week, including a live broadcast of a NASA mission and a special Good Friday presentation. On April 1, the planetarium will open at 4:30 p.m. to broadcast the launch of NASA... Read More.

Two Arrested Following Suspicious Activity Near Dick Conner Correctional Facility

Wednesday, April 1

OSAGE COUNTY, OK — On Monday, March 30, 2026, at approximately 1:50 a.m., Osage County Deputies, in coordination with the Osage Nation Police Department, responded to a report from casino security regarding a suspicious vehicle parked after hours in the Hominy Casino parking lot. Security personnel reported that a subject... Read More.

Oklahoma County approves $4.66 million to help jail cover $5 million shortfall

Wednesday, April 1

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — Oklahoma County’s jail will receive a one-time $4.66 million funding to help cover a multimillion-dollar budget shortfall, after a contentious series of meetings that included disputes over procedure and sharp exchanges. On Tuesday, the Oklahoma County Budget Board approved a request from the jail trust for... Read More.

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Oklahoma House passes bill requiring faster police reporting in school abuse cases

Wednesday, April 1

News On 6 OKLAHOMA -The Oklahoma House of Representatives passed a bill aimed at strengthening how schools report allegations of child abuse and neglect by a private or public school employee, requiring faster involvement from law enforcement. House Bill 2959, authored by Steve Bashore, R-Miami, would require any allegation of abuse... Read More.

Texas megachurch pastor Robert Morris is free after 6 months in an Oklahoma jail for child sex abuse

Wednesday, April 1

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The founder of a Texas megachurch who pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a child in the 1980s was released Tuesday after serving six months in an Oklahoma jail. Robert Preston Morris, 64, was released just after midnight, said Osage County Sheriff’s Capt. Matt... Read More.

Gas prices eclipse $4 a gallon in the US, the highest since 2022

Wednesday, April 1

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. gas prices jumped past an average of $4 a gallon for the first time since 2022 on Tuesday, as the Iran war pushes fuel prices to soar worldwide. According to motor club AAA, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is... Read More.

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Trump set to address nation Wednesday night for “important” Iran war update

Wednesday, April 1

Donald Trump llega al estreno de “Melania”, la película sobre la primera dama, Melania Trump, en el The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center For The Performing Arts, el 29 de enero de 2026, en Washington. (AP Foto/Allison Robbert) Allison Robbert/AP President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night... Read More.

Airport cleared to be renamed for Trump as he unveils design for skyscraper library

Wednesday, April 1

WASHINGTON (AP) — A Florida airport was cleared to be renamed after President Donald Trump on Monday, hours before the president separately revealed plans for a Miami skyscraper planned to house his presidential library. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill allowing Palm Beach... Read More.

Vance wins CPAC straw poll for 2028 Republican presidential nomination

Wednesday, April 1

WASHINGTON (TNND) — Vice President J.D. Vance won a straw poll at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) about the GOP presidential nominee for 2028. The poll showed that Vance got 53% of the vote from those who attended the conference. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Marco Rubio got 35%, while Donald Trump... Read More.