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Oklahoma Highway Patrol Traffic Homicide Unit Release Picture of Truck that Dropped Debris on I-35 Before Fatality Crash

Wednesday, April 8 by Ponca City Now-OHP

Oklahoma Highway Patrol Traffic Homicide Unit (THU) investigators are asking for the public’s help in identifying a truck of interest in today’s fatal crash that killed OHP Trooper Vernon Brake and two others. Investigators believe 36-year-old Mercedes Bayne was traveling southbound on I-35 when she took evasive action to avoid either debris or equipment or... Read More.

OHP trooper, woman and child killed in I-35 crash; investigators seek vehicle that lost debris

Wednesday, April 8 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY - An Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper, a young woman and a 4-year-old child were killed in a multi-vehicle crash Wednesday on Interstate 35, according to OHP officials. Authorities now believe debris from a commercial vehicle may have played a key role in the deadly chain of events. What we know about the crash According to OHP,... Read More.

NOC Roustabout Benefit Show April 11

Wednesday, April 8 by Ponca City Now

The Northern Oklahoma College Roustabouts are hosting their annual Benefit Show Saturday, April 11. The show is at the Dineo Heilmann Auditorium inside the Kinzer Performing Arts Center at NOC Tonkawa. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and are available at the door. Northern Oklahoma College, the state’s first public two-year community college, is... Read More.

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Cowboy hats and horses: Broken Arrow mounted patrol to greet 2028 Olympic visitors in OKC

Wednesday, April 8 by KOKH

BROKEN ARROW, Okla. (KOKH) — Worldwide visitors to the 2028 Olympic events held in Oklahoma City will get a very Oklahoma welcome. Broken Arrow Police's Mounted Patrol Unit will be helping out during the canoe slalom and softball events. Police Chief Lance Arnold said his team is excited to help out for the big event. "I think... Read More.

Asteroid YR4 poses 4% chance of hitting moon in 2032, NASA explores deflection plan

Wednesday, April 8 by TNND

FILE - The moon rises in the sky over a freeway as drivers pass between Haifa and Tel Aviv, Israel, Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Ariel Schalit, File) WASHINGTON (TNND) — An asteroid named YR4 is on a potential collision course with the moon, with NASA estimating a 4% chance of impact in 2032. While the... Read More.

US, Israel and Iran agree to a 2-week ceasefire but attacks resume in Iran and Gulf Arab countries

Wednesday, April 8 by AP

A government supporter chants slogans during a gathering after the announcement of a two-week ceasefire with the United States and Israel in Tehran, Iran, Wednesday, April 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco) TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran, the United States and Israel agreed to a two-week ceasefire, an 11th hour deal that allowed... Read More.

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Trump pulls back on Iran threats for two weeks, subject to Iran agreeing to terms

Wednesday, April 8 by AP

TEHRAN, Iran - U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that a “whole civilization will die tonight,” but said Iran still has time to capitulate ahead of a deadline set for 8 p.m. EDT. He issued the stark threat Tuesday, about 12 hours ahead of his deadline for Iran to agree to a... Read More.

Former Oklahoma instructor sentenced for crimes against children

Tuesday, April 7 by KOKH

Ryan Matthias (OSBI) SAPULPA, Okla. (KOKH) — Investigators say a former instructor has been sentenced to six years in prison after pleading guilty to crimes against children. On Sept. 12. 2024, the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation was contacted by the Sapulpa Police Department, asking for help investigating a cybertip regarding child sexual abuse material. OSBI agents say... Read More.

Lightning is one of the leading weather-related killers in the United States. Understanding the risks and knowing what to do can help prevent injuries and save lives.

Tuesday, April 7 by News 6

What makes lightning so dangerous? Lightning can strike several miles away from a storm, even when skies overhead appear clear. Meteorologists say if thunder can be heard, lightning is close enough to pose a threat. A lightning bolt can reach temperatures of 50,000°F, five times hotter than the surface of the sun, and carries enough energy... Read More.

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U.S. Supreme Court rejects Oklahoma tribal tax appeal in McGirt-related case

Tuesday, April 7 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. - The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal on Monday from a Muscogee Nation citizen challenging tax laws in Oklahoma. RELATED: Oklahoma Supreme Court says McGirt ruling does not exempt tribal citizens from state income taxes Last year, the Oklahoma Supreme Court sided with the Oklahoma Tax Commission in... Read More.

‘April Fools’ prank leaves some Oklahoma police officers suspended

Monday, April 6 by KFOR

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Oklahoma City Police say officers allegedly involved in an ‘April Fools’ prank that led dispatchers to believe a fleeing driver had thrown a baby out of a car window and run a person over are now on administrative leave. Dispatchers were tracking an Oklahoma City police officer who appeared to be in... Read More.

“Him being alive means the most,” OSU students honored for saving student’s life

Monday, April 6 by KOKH

STILLWATER, Okla. (KOKH) — A group of students and staff members at Oklahoma State University were honored on Friday for their extraordinary actions in saving the life of a fellow student. On April 3, 2025, organizers say a young man collapsed while on the basketball court on campus. At that point, Kolsten Gensler was working as... Read More.

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Oklahoma Highway Patrol Traffic Homicide Unit Release Picture of Truck that Dropped Debris on I-35 Before Fatality Crash

OHP trooper, woman and child killed in I-35 crash; investigators seek vehicle that lost debris

NOC Roustabout Benefit Show April 11

Cowboy hats and horses: Broken Arrow mounted patrol to greet 2028 Olympic visitors in OKC

Asteroid YR4 poses 4% chance of hitting moon in 2032, NASA explores deflection plan

US, Israel and Iran agree to a 2-week ceasefire but attacks resume in Iran and Gulf Arab countries

Trump pulls back on Iran threats for two weeks, subject to Iran agreeing to terms

Former Oklahoma instructor sentenced for crimes against children

Lightning is one of the leading weather-related killers in the United States. Understanding the risks and knowing what to do can help prevent injuries and save lives.

U.S. Supreme Court rejects Oklahoma tribal tax appeal in McGirt-related case

‘April Fools’ prank leaves some Oklahoma police officers suspended

“Him being alive means the most,” OSU students honored for saving student’s life

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