Oklahoma leaders approve $1 million for food banks each week: How it will work

OKLAHOMA CITY -State leaders agreed to allocate emergency money to help with food assistance during the government shutdown. The money comes from a state emergency fund, which currently holds close to $8 million.On Monday, the Contingency Review board, led by Gov. Kevin Stitt, unanimously voted to fund $1 million per week to food banks... Read More.

Property Owners Can Reclaim Seized Land After Nov. 1

OKLAHOMA CITY – After Nov. 1, the Oklahoma Transportation Commission will be required to notify previous property owners if the land they sold to the Commission is going to be offered for sale. The property owners would then have the right to repurchase at their original selling price. The change comes thanks to House... Read More.

Senator Weaver’s Aggravated DUI Expansion Law Takes Effect November 1

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Bill 54, a measure championed by Senator Darrell Weaver, R-Moore, during the 2025 legislative session, will soon take effect on November 1 and expand the definition of Aggravated DUI under Oklahoma law.The new law strengthens Oklahoma’s efforts to protect motorists and families by including additional offenses such as causing a motor... Read More.
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Lauria and Ashley’s Law Takes Effect Nov. 1

OKLAHOMA CITY – For Lorene Bible, Nov. 1 can't come soon enough. That's the date House Bill 1001 takes effect.The bill, authored by Rep. Steve Bashore, R-Miami, adds accessory to murder in the first or second degree to the list of crimes requiring an offender to serve 85% of their prison sentence before being... Read More.

Oklahoma SNAP benefits to be suspended on Nov. 1, federal government shutdown continues

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. (KOKH) — Oklahoma Human Services (OKDHS) has announced that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will be suspended starting Nov. 1, 2025, due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) informed OKDHS of the suspension, which affects over 684,600 Oklahomans who rely on these... Read More.
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John Mateer has 2 TDs rushing, 1 passing as No. 18 OU beats No. 15 Michigan 24-13

By CLIFF BRUNT AP Sports WriterNORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma coach Brent Venables didn't want to be the center of attention after one of his biggest victories, but his players put him directly in the spotlight.John Mateer ran for two touchdowns and passed for another, and No. 18 Oklahoma beat No. 15 Michigan 24-13... Read More.

CITY OF PONCA CITY WILL OBSERVE THE LABOR DAY HOLIDAY ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

City Hall Offices will be CLOSED on Monday, September 1, and will REOPEN on Tuesday, September 2.Residential Refuse WILL NOT BE PICKED UP on Monday, September 1, and WILL RESUME on Tuesday, September 2. As there will be no residential trash collection on Monday, September 1, please only put trash out on the scheduled day... Read More.
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Next 1 Up Guys and Ribeyes III September 20

Igniting a Flavorful Fundraising Experience! Calling all gentlemen! Get ready for a sizzling event that combines delicious food, camaraderie, and a great cause. "Guys and Ribeyes III," a fundraising extravaganza like no other, with a cash bar available to enhance your evening!The Concept: Imagine an evening where generations of men gather together, fired up... Read More.

17-year-old Eli Willits from Fort Cobb, No. 1 pick in MLB draft, signs with Nationals for $8.2 million bonus

By PATRICK STEVENS Associated PressWASHINGTON (AP) — Eli Willits didn’t want to waste time before signing his first pro contract. The 17-year-old shortstop is on a tight schedule.Willits agreed with the Washington Nationals on Saturday for an $8.2 million signing bonus, only six days after the club selected him No. 1 overall in Major... Read More.