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Man turns himself in to McAlester police, confesses to 2020 murder

Tuesday, March 24 by News 9

MCALESTER, Okla. - A man turned himself in to McAlester police and admitted to a murder that happened six years ago. Police say he admitted to shooting and killing Dustin Parker on New Year’s Day of 2020. The man who surrendered on Friday has been charged with Parker’s murder. Investigators say they were shocked when Deraje Jackson... Read More.

Mustang kindergartener collaborates with father to publish children’s book

Tuesday, March 24 by News 9

MUSTANG, Okla. - A young student from Mustang has collaborated with her father to publish a children’s book, bringing a family concept that had been in development for 15 years to fruition. The book, “Charlie’s Backyard Adventures,” features illustrations by 6-year-old Charlie Rogers and was written by her father, Justin Rogers. The project originated 15 years ago,... Read More.

Tulsa Community College launches cannabis certificate programs amid industry uncertainty

Tuesday, March 24 by KTUL

Tulsa Community College launches cannabis certificate programs amid industry uncertainty (KTUL) TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — Tulsa Community College has launched new cannabis certificate programs aimed at helping students who want to work in Oklahoma’s medical marijuana industry, offering training that can be completed in as little as eight to 16 weeks. The online, virtual programs are designed... Read More.

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7 ways to teach kids active listening skills at home

Tuesday, March 24 by News 6

Parents and caregivers often feel like their children are not listening, but experts say there is a difference between simply hearing and truly understanding. Kendra Morgan, founder of Building All Children and a child development specialist, says active listening is a skill that must be taught and practiced by both kids and adults. Morgan says in... Read More.

Meet the company reviving the U.S. rare earth industry

Tuesday, March 24 by News 9-CBS

CBS News About a decade after he bought a shuttered rare earths mine that was, literally, partially underwater, MP Materials CEO James Litinsky has transformed his business into a pivotal player in America’s national security. Since taking over the rare earth industry from the United States in the 1990s, China has dominated the... Read More.

ICE officers will begin assisting TSA as shutdown frustrates travelers and screeners

Tuesday, March 24 by AP

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s decision to order federal immigration agents to U.S. airports to help with security during a budget impasse is drawing concerns that their presence may escalate tensions among air travelers frustrated over hourslong waits and screeners angry about missed paychecks. Trump made clear on Sunday that he was... Read More.

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PC West Middle School 7th Grade Orchestra earned two superior ratings and one excellent rating

Monday, March 23 by Ponca City Now

The Ponca City West Middle School 7th Grade Orchestra earned two superior ratings and one excellent rating (resulting in an overall superior rating) and a superior rating in sight-reading at the OSSAA District Orchestra Contest held at Edmond Santa Fe High School. Since the orchestra received superior ratings in both the stage performance and... Read More.

US State Department issues worldwide security alert regarding groups linked to Iran

Monday, March 23 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — The U.S. Department of State over the weekend issued a worldwide security alert to warn Americans to be cautious about threats from groups linked to Iran. “The Department of State advises Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East, to exercise increased caution. Americans abroad should follow the guidance in security alerts issued... Read More.

OSBI: Man arrested in deaths of twin sister, her daughter in Poteau

Monday, March 23 by KNWA/FOX24

POTEAU, Okla. (KNWA/KFTA) — A man has been arrested in connection with a double homicide that left a woman and her 17-month-old daughter dead in LeFlore County, according to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI). The LeFlore County Sheriff’s Office and District 16 District Attorney’s Office requested OSBI assistance on March 21 after deputies... Read More.

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Dow soars as many as 1,000 points and oil prices fall sharply on hopes for an end to the Iran war

Monday, March 23 by AP

NEW YORK (AP) — Relief is ripping through financial markets Monday after President Donald Trump said the United States has talked with Iran about a possible end to their war. Oil prices are easing, and stock prices are jumping on Wall Street following severe losses elsewhere... Read More.

$1.5B ONG, OG&E, PSO Charges Already Collected Challenged at OK Supreme Court

Monday, March 23 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Reps. Tom Gann, R-Inola, Kevin West, R-Moore, and Rick West, R-Heavener, filed their seventh appeal brief at the Oklahoma Supreme Court last Thursday. It asks the court to overturn Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC) orders approving some $1.5 billion of 2023 fuel and purchased power costs incurred by monopoly public utilities, including... Read More.

RAILROAD REPAIRS BEGIN MARCH 24 AT FOUR CROSSINGS

Monday, March 23 by Ponca City Now

The City of Ponca City was informed on Thursday, March 19, 2026 that Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad crews will be closing four Ponca City railroad crossings for a rail replacement project beginning March 24, 2026. The four crossings to be closed are Prospect Avenue, Brookfield Avenue, Albany Avenue and Broadway Avenue. Work will begin... Read More.