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K-12 Schools Must Sign Certification Against DEI to Receive Federal Money, Administration Says

Friday, April 4

WASHINGTON (AP) — As a condition for receiving federal money, the Trump administration is ordering K-12 schools to certify that they are following federal civil rights laws and eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion practices.A notice sent last week by the Education Department... Read More.

Norman Teacher Jailed for Allegedly Failing to Report Child Sex Abuse in 2015

Thursday, April 3

A Norman teacher accused of failing to act on reported child sex abuse is behind bars.Jail records show Valerie Hartless was arrested early Wednesday morning on a warrant. She is being held at the Cleveland County Detention Center on a $75,000 bond.According to court records, a teenager reported sexual... Read More.

NOC Distinguished Alumni Inducted

Thursday, April 3

Three inductees were honored in ceremonies during the NOC Alumni and Friends Reunion Dinner in the Renfro Center at NOC Tonkawa on Saturday, March 29.NOC also presented the Alumni Legacy Scholarship and recognized the Class of 1975.Pictured left-right: Marcus Chapman (Class of 2002), Dineo Heilmann (Class of 1982) and... Read More.

PCPD Update: Suspects In Custody

Thursday, April 3

Original:On March 25th, PCPD officers responded to a robbery at Willow Springs Park. During the unprovoked attack, the victim was brutally assaulted, pistol-whipped, and had his vehicle stolen. Due to the severity of his injuries, the victim was transported to a hospital in Oklahoma City for further treatment and... Read More.

“Egg Hunt Under the Lights” at the RecPlex

Thursday, April 3

Join the “Egg Hunt Under the Lights” at the RecPlex on April 4! We will be putting a fun twist on the traditional Easter Egg Hunt Tradition by hunting at night! Multiple Egg Hunts will be provided on the ballfields of the RecPlex! Areas will be well-lit and safe for... Read More.

Oklahoma List of Captured and Most Wanted

Thursday, April 3

By Oklahoma Attorney General Genter DrummondAs the Attorney General of Oklahoma, I am proud to announce the successful apprehension of individuals who once eluded justice, becoming our state’s Most Wanted fugitives. These captures are not merely victories for law enforcement; they are a testament to the unwavering support and... Read More.

NW Oklahoma Early Childhood Coalition Move Superhero Saturday Event to April 12

Thursday, April 3

Due to expected wet and cooler weather this weekend, the Early Childhood Coalition and Northern Oklahoma College have decided to move the free Family Fun Event to Saturday, April 12, beginning at 9 a.m. and ending with a free lunch from 11 a.m. – noon.The event is held at... Read More.

What’s in Governor Stitt’s Executive Order Defending Religious Liberty in Oklahoma

Thursday, April 3

OKLAHOMA CITY -Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt issued an executive order this week, making Oklahoma "the nation's strongest defender of religious liberty," according to a news release from Stitt's office.The executive order comes just one month ahead of the United States Supreme Court hearing oral... Read More.

Iceland Volcano Erupts, Forcing Evacuation of Nearby Grindavik and Blue Lagoon Tourist Destination

Wednesday, April 2

A volcano began erupting in southwest Iceland on Tuesday, just hours after authorities evacuated a nearby community and the Blue Lagoon spa, one of Iceland's biggest tourist attractions.Flames and smoke shot through the air as the volcanic fissure opened near the town of Grindavik, where some 40 homes were... Read More.

Governor Stitt Speaks Out on Firing of Oklahoma Forestry Director Mark Goeller

Wednesday, April 2

Governor Kevin Stitt spoke to News On 6's Cal Day Wednesday morning about his decision to fire Oklahoma Forestry Service Director Mark Goeller after the agency's response to the March wildfire outbreak."Nobody in government ever gets fired, and if when somebody does a bad job, this governor... Read More.

Tornado in Owasso leaves 10mile path of damage

Wednesday, April 2

OWASSO, Okla. -Two tornados were reported to have touched down early morning Wednesday, one of them hit the city of Owasso.Police say several homes were damaged around the 96th Street North and Garnett Rd. area where the path of destruction was reportedly 10 miles long. The stretch... Read More.

NOC Enid Planetarium Show Set for April 3

Wednesday, April 2

The Mackie Planetarium on the NOC Enid campus will present the next show on Thursday, April 3, at 7 p.m.Planetarium director Fritz Osell will present the night sky over Enid and show prominent constellations and planets in the early evening sky. He will also point out where Mars will... Read More.