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Legislative Leaders Comment on Passage of Budget Bill

Friday, May 23

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, R-Tuttle, House Speaker Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow, and appropriations chairmen from both chambers Thursday released the following statements after the $12.59 billion state budget bill for Fiscal Year 2026 passed off the Senate floor.This budget delivers a $121 million increase for public education,... Read More.

ODOC captures escapee after 19 years on the run with help from U.S. Marshals

Friday, May 23

HODGEN, OK (KOKH) — An Oklahoma Department of Corrections (ODOC) inmate on the run for nearly 20 years is back in custody.On August 1, 2006, Steven Capps reportedly walked away from Jim E. Hamilton Correctional Center (JEHCC) along with another inmate, who was found and returned a short time later.According... Read More.

Drummond urges legislative overrides of Stitt vetoes

Friday, May 23

OKLAHOMA CITY – In the wake of Gov. Stitt’s flurry of vetoes this legislative session, Attorney General Gentner Drummond is calling on state legislators to remind the Governor that they are a co-equal branch of government.“The power of the override is critical in these waning days of session,” said... Read More.

Traffic stop in Talala leads to major drug and weapons bust, 2 men placed in ICE holds

Friday, May 23

TALALA, OKLA. (KTUL) — A traffic stop for speeding in Talala, OK, turns into a drug bust, with two men arrested.Talala Police pulled over a vehicle for going 72 mph in a 45 mph zone through town Monday evening and found signs of intoxication, according to the department.Officials also located... Read More.

US Supreme Court upholds Oklahoma’s decision to block religious public charter school

Friday, May 23

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The U.S. Supreme Court upholds the Oklahoma Supreme Court's decision to block a religious public charter school.The Justices' vote was tied 4-4, meaning the court automatically affirms the lower court's opinion.The Oklahoma Supreme Court's decision only applies to the state, meaning the... Read More.

House passes Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ by single vote after all-nighter

Friday, May 23

WASHINGTON (TNND) — President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" has been passed by House Republicans after pushing through an all-nighter.Speaker Mike Johnson announced the vote was 215-214, making good on his promise to get it done by Memorial Day.The budget bill, which is a key part of Trump’s agenda, has... Read More.

OSBE suspends former Choctaw choir teacher’s license, delays discussion on former Ringling football coach

Thursday, May 22

OKLAHOMA CITY -The future of several teachers' licenses lies in the hands of the State Board of Education. Two of those teachers face serious allegations outside the classroom, including sex crimes and abusive behavior.Samuel Melton is the former Choctaw choir teacher charged with several child sex crimes. Investigators said... Read More.

COVID vaccine side effects under fire: six experts testify on alleged government cover-ups

Thursday, May 22

(TNND) — The Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations is set to hold its first hearing about the negative side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine. The committee issued a subpoena to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for records related to COVID-19 vaccine safety data and pandemic communications.The hearing will... Read More.

Konawa senior first student recruited to ECU on esports scholarship

Thursday, May 22

ADA, Oklahoma -Will Neurauter, a Senior at Konawa High School, will soon be walking the halls of East Central University all thanks to a sports scholarship, but this sport isn’t like the rest.Neurauter didn’t expect to be walking the halls of a university continuing his education, but with... Read More.

Trump administration restricts eligible COVID vaccine recipients

Thursday, May 22

The Food and Drug Administration says it has decided to continue approving COVID-19 vaccine updates for seniors and others at higher risk of severe disease, but will require vaccine makers to conduct major new clinical trials before approving them for wider use. The decision means... Read More.

Thunder hosts free watch parties at Paycom Center for Western Conference finals, free tickets available beginning today

Wednesday, May 21

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — The Oklahoma City Thunder is hosting watch parties at the Paycom Center for fans to enjoy a home-court atmosphere during Western Conference finals away games.Admission to the events is free, however, tickets are required for entry.Ticks are available herestarting at 3:00... Read More.

Arts Adventure Camp at NOC July 14-17

Wednesday, May 21

Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa is hosting the 34th Arts Adventure Summer Camp July 14-17. The camp runs from 1 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. and is open for incoming 6th graders through those who have just completed high school. Arts Adventure is a 501(c)3 non-profit supported by the Oklahoma Arts... Read More.