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Oklahoma Highway Patrol to end services in two major counties starting Nov. 1

Friday, July 11 by KTUL

OKLAHOMA CITY, (KTUL) — The Oklahoma Department of Public Safety has announced that the Oklahoma Highway Patrol will cease law enforcement services in Oklahoma and Tulsa counties starting November 1.This decision will leave local law enforcement agencies to cover in-state highways, a move that has sparked concern among some legislative officials.Senator Mark Mann expressed deep... Read More.

Senators Christi Gillespie & Mark Mann Launch Interim Study to Stabilize Municipal Funding

Friday, July 11 by Ponca City Now

Oklahoma City – Senator Christi Gillespie (R–Broken Arrow) and Senator Mark Mann (D-Oklahoma City) have announced the launch of a bipartisan interim study on “Municipal Funding Stabilization,” approved by Senate President Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton for the 2025 Legislative Interim and assigned to the Local & County Government Committee. “As a former city councilor and vice mayor, I’ve seen... Read More.

Nvidia becomes most valuable company in the world at $4 trillion

Friday, July 11 by AP

NEW YORK (AP) — Chipmaker Nvidia became the first public company to top $4 trillion in value on Wednesday after a two-year investor frenzy.Nvidia shares rose 2.5%, or $3.97, in early trading Wednesday, topping $164 each. At the beginning of 2023, Nvidia shares were around $14 each.The poster child of the AI boom, Nvidia... Read More.

6 Secret Service agents suspended over conduct during attempted Trump assassination

Thursday, July 10 by AP

Six agents were suspended by the U.S. Secret Service for failures connected to last year's attempted assassination of then-presidential candidate Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, an official told ABC News. The personnel moves were confirmed four days shy of the anniversary of the July 13, 2024, shooting incident that left Trump's ear bloodied. Corey Comperatore, a... Read More.

Education Chair Dismisses SDE Mandate as “Empty Threat”

Thursday, July 10 by Ponca City Now

Education Chair Rep. Dick LoweOklahoma House Education Committee Chair Rep. Dick Lowe, R-Amber, reacted to the Monday announcement by State Superintendent Ryan Walters that he would require all school districts in the state to provide free lunches to all students at the cost of employee salaries. The Superintendent does not have the Constitutional... Read More.

Oklahoma lawmaker wants to further sports betting conversation with interim study

Thursday, July 10 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — Sports betting is something the Oklahoma legislature has not been able to get across the finish line for the past couple of years.However, one lawmaker is looking to keep the conversation going before next session.State Sen. Bill Coleman (R-Ponca City) is a fan of sports betting and wants to see... Read More.

Stillwater Police and Fire Departments Investigate Two Arson Incidents

Thursday, July 10 by Ponca City Now

(STILLWATER, OK) – The Stillwater Police Department (SPD) and Stillwater Fire Department (SFD) are actively investigating two separate arson incidents that occurred within the same week at the Chapel Ridge of Stillwater leasing office, located in the 1800 block of North Hartford Street. One suspect has been arrested in connection to both fires.On Saturday,... Read More.

Oklahoma native Zach Bryan joins running of the bulls in Spain

Thursday, July 10 by News 6

PAMPLONA, Spain -Oklahoma native and country singer Zach Bryan is making headlines for more than just his music this month.Bryan posted a photo on Instagram showing himself hugging someone in Pamplona, Spain—the site of the annual running of the bulls. His caption read, “Took a horn to the chest like I'm back in... Read More.

Agriculture secretary vows no amnesty for foreign workers

Thursday, July 10 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture unveiled the National Farm Security Action Plan, a new initiative aimed at safeguarding American farmland from foreign influence, particularly from China. The plan, developed in collaboration with multiple agencies including the Department of Defense and Homeland Security, seeks to end contracts with foreign... Read More.

‘Anti-government militia’ says it’s targeting Oklahoma weather radars

Thursday, July 10 by News 9

An “anti-government militia” called ‘Veterans on Patrol’ told News 9 on Tuesday that it is “targeting” Oklahoma weather radars, days after an individual vandalized News 9’s weather radar.>>Suspect in News 9 radar vandalism arrested by Oklahoma City PoliceThe group, which the Southern Poverty Law Center called an “anti-government militia,” shared with News... Read More.

Investors snap up growing share of US homes as traditional buyers struggle to afford one

Thursday, July 10 by AP

A home for sale in Sudbury, Mass., is shown on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. (AP Photo/Peter Morgan, File)LOS ANGELES (AP) — Real estate investors are snapping up a bigger share of U.S. homes on the market as rising prices and stubbornly high borrowing costs freeze out many other would-be homebuyers.Nearly 27% of all homes... Read More.

Texas flood rescue efforts intensify as number of missing hits triple-digits

Wednesday, July 9 by TNND-AP

KERRVILLE, Texas (TNND) — It has been five days since catastrophic flooding hit Texas on what was supposed to be a joyous Fourth of July, and at least 170 people are still missing in Kerr County as the death toll across the state rises to 119.Rescue teams in helicopters and on horseback continue to... Read More.