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Questions surround counterterror probe into US air base after suspects were freed on bail

Wednesday, September 30 by AP

A B-1 bomber takes off from RAF Fairford in Fairford, England, Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant) FAIRFORD, England (AP) — A surprise decision by the U.K.'s counterterror police to release five suspects on bail during an investigation into a suspected bomb plot targeting a U.S.-operated air force base in... Read More.

U.S. ban on nearly $1 billion in Canadian imports takes effect

Wednesday, September 30 by News 9

AP Image WASHINGTON - U.S.-Canada relations, already tense, are likely to deteriorate further after the United States went ahead early Tuesday with a decision to ban nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorcycles. The ban amounts to barely a ripple in $880 billion worth of a two-way annual trade between... Read More.

Americans’ view of the economy sinks to the lowest level since 2014, Conference Board survey says

Wednesday, September 30 by AP

A motorist fills up the fuel tank of a vehicle at a QuikTrip gasoline stop Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, in Greenwood Village, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans’ confidence in the economy sank to the lowest level in more than a decade this month as prices remain elevated and wages stagnate amid the... Read More.

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Trump disputes his ambassador’s account that he asked China’s president if he wanted to buy US arms

Wednesday, September 30 by AP

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump disputed that he asked Chinese leader Xi Jinping if he wanted to buy weapons from the United States, contradicting an account from the U.S. ambassador to China. Trump on Monday acted confused when a reporter asked him about Ambassador David Perdue’s remarks over the weekend,... Read More.

United Way’s Annual “Walk for Hunger” Tuesday

Tuesday, September 29 by Ponca City Now

United Way’s annual Walk for Hunger is back in recognition of Hunger Action Day! Join us as we walk together to raise awareness about hunger and food insecurity in our community. Wear orange to show your support for hunger awareness and take part in an opportunity to hear directly from neighbors who have experienced... Read More.

House District 38 Candidate Forum at Pioneer Tech Center October 2

Tuesday, September 29 by Ponca City Now

Join Ponca Politics for the House District 38 Candidate Forum on Friday, October 2, from 12–1 p.m. at Pioneer Technology Center Conference Center, 2101 N. Ash St. Hear directly from candidates Madison Bolay and Doyle Lewis as they share their vision for District 38 and the priorities they would take to the Capitol. The forum will... Read More.

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ODOT calls on Oklahoma’s young artists to show how teamwork can ‘Keep Our Land Grand’

Tuesday, September 29 by Ponca City Now

It takes all of us to work together to keep Oklahoma clean, beautiful and grand. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is calling on students across the state to bring that message to life in this year’s Keep Our Land Grand Art Contest. Formerly known as the Trash Poster Contest, the Read More.

Oklahoma parties react to Trump’s planned Durant rally

Tuesday, September 29 by KOKH

President Trump is scheduled to visit Durant on Oct. 1. OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — President Donald Trump’s planned rally in Durant is drawing contrasting reactions from Oklahoma Republicans and Democrats as the race for governor enters its final stretch. The Oct. 1 event at the Choctaw Event Center will support Republican candidate Mike Mazzei. Democrats say... Read More.

SpaceX’s supersized Starship launches into orbit for the first time but flight ends early

Tuesday, September 29 by AP

SpaceX launched its enormous Starship into orbit for the first time Monday and successfully delivered the most advanced Starlinks yet, but cut the flight short to ensure safety. The spacecraft reentered over the Pacific and splashed down north of Hawaii three hours after blasting off from Texas. The company had been... Read More.

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City Arts Haunted Gallery opens Tuesday, October 6

Monday, September 28 by Ponca City Now-City Arts

Spooky season is coming up and City Arts is looking for artists for this year's Haunted Gallery, the last exhibition of 2026, The Haunted Gallery at 400 East Central, opens Tuesday, October 6th with a closing reception and Halloween party on Friday, October 30. This spooky, kooky exhibition is always a fun time! The theme this year... Read More.

Gov. Kevin Stitt sends Task Force 1 to assist in New Mexico floods

Monday, September 28 by News 9

OKLAHOMA -Oklahoma is sending two Type III swift water rescue teams to New Mexico to assist with flood response. Gov. Kevin Stitt and the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management announced the deployment Sunday. “These Task Force 1 teams have the training, experience and equipment to help communities respond when they need it most,” said Governor Stitt.... Read More.

Oklahoma AG Drummond urges Congress to regulate AI industry

Monday, September 28 by News 6

Associated Press OKLAHOMA -Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond is urging Congress to regulate the artificial intelligence industry, joining a coalition of 25 other attorneys general seeking federal safety standards and continued state oversight. Key Takeaways Oklahoma AI regulation: Drummond is asking Congress to establish federal AI safeguards. 26 attorneys general: Oklahoma joined 25 other attorneys general... Read More.