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5 tips for Oklahomans to help migrating birds this spring

Friday, May 15 by News 9

Spring migration is underway across Oklahoma, with millions of birds traveling north during overnight flights. Wildlife experts say bright city lights can confuse birds and increase the risk of deadly collisions with buildings and homes. Peak migration runs from mid-April through mid-May, according to Oklahoma State University ecology professor Dr. Tim O’Connell. Conservation groups are... Read More.

Ponca City Baccalaureate will be held May 21, Graduation May 22

Thursday, May 14 by Ponca City Now-PCPS

Baccalaureate will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, in the Concert Hall. Attendance for seniors is optional. Seniors attending should wear their cap and gown. Graduates will need to arrive by 6:30 p.m., and the service will begin at 7:00 p.m. No food or drinks are permitted in the Concert Hall. The Ponca City... Read More.

Second arrest made in Arcadia Lake mass shooting

Thursday, May 14 by KOKH

Trinity Brown (Edmond Police Department) EDMOND, Okla. (KOKH) — Authorities say a second person has been taken into custody in connection with the deadly Arcadia Lake mass shooting. On Tuesday evening, officials with the Edmond Police Department announced that 20-year-old Trinity Brown had been arrested. Brown is facing charges of assault with a deadly weapon and possession of... Read More.

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Grocery inflation hits highest level since 2023 amid spike in gas prices

Thursday, May 14 by AP

Customers shop in the produce section of a grocery store on Monday, May 11, 2026, in Portland, Ore. AP Photo/Jenny Kane Americans paid more for their groceries last month, but high gasoline prices resulting from the Iran war were only one of the reasons why. Prices for food eaten at home rose 2.9% in April... Read More.

Senate unanimously advances resolution to suspend senators’ pay during a government shutdown

Thursday, May 14 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — The Senate unanimously voted to advance Sen. John Kennedy's, R-La., resolution to suspend senators' pay during a government shutdown. The resolution would only apply to senators and does not require approval from the House of Representatives or President Trump's signature, The Hill reported. The Senate voted 99-0 on the motion to end... Read More.

Applications Available This Month for Leadership Ponca City Class 40

Wednesday, May 13 by Ponca City Now

The Leadership Ponca City Class 39 Graduation was held at the Ponca City Country Club on, Thursday, May 7th. Class 39 is comprised of 25 amazing leaders who are ready to serve our community. Leadership Ponca City provides invaluable leadership training, diverse perspectives, and an understanding of our community, county, and state to help build... Read More.

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Southern California mayor resigns, will plead guilty to acting as agent for Chinese government

Wednesday, May 13 by AP

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A Southern California mayor has agreed to plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government, and has resigned from her city position, officials said Monday. Eileen Wang, the mayor of Arcadia, was charged in April with one count of acting in the United States as an illegal... Read More.