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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.

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.

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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.

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.

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“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.

NWS: 4 tornadoes confirmed across Oklahoma

Monday, April 6 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The National Weather Service says it is increasing the number of confirmed tornadoes that touched down across the Sooner State on Friday to four. On Friday evening, tornado sirens were sounding across the state as a line of severe thunderstorms brought large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes to much of Oklahoma. Now, many... Read More.

12-year-old arrested in death of classmate hit by metal water bottle in LA

Monday, April 6 by FOX 11 Los Angeles

Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa, 12 The Brief A 12-year-old was arrested Thursday on suspicion of murder following the death of a classmate at Reseda Charter High School. Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa, 12, died Feb. 25 after being struck in the head with a metal water bottle during a bullying incident. The family has filed a wrongful-death... Read More.

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What NASA chief Jared Isaacman is looking for in the coming days as Artemis II loops around the moon

Monday, April 6 by CBS News

Four Artemis II mission astronauts launched into space from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center for humanity’s first trip to the moon in more than half a century. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman outlined on Sunday the most critical moments he expects in the coming days as Artemis II astronauts continue their journey around the far side of... Read More.

Congo to receive third-country deportees from the US under new deal

Monday, April 6 by AP

A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement flight operates out of King County International Airport-Boeing Field, Aug. 23, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, File) KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — Congo will receive some migrants as part of a new deal under the Trump administration’s third-country program, its government said Sunday, the Read More.

Descendants of Choctaw code talkers gather in Fort Worth for historical marker unveiling

Saturday, April 4 by The Fort Worth Report

By DAVID MORENO/Fort Worth Report Fort Worth Report (AP) — Nuchi Nashoba grew up looking at a photograph of her great-grandfather Ben Carterby inside her grandmother’s Oklahoma home. However, she didn’t know much about the man in the frame other than that he was a World War I veteran. It wasn’t until 1989 — when Nashoba... Read More.

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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

NWS: 4 tornadoes confirmed across Oklahoma

12-year-old arrested in death of classmate hit by metal water bottle in LA

What NASA chief Jared Isaacman is looking for in the coming days as Artemis II loops around the moon

Congo to receive third-country deportees from the US under new deal

Descendants of Choctaw code talkers gather in Fort Worth for historical marker unveiling

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