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 Writer NORMAN, 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 Press WASHINGTON (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.
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Oklahoma teen makes history as youngest ever No. 1 pick in MLB draft history

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. (KOKH) — Two Oklahomans have been drafted by the MLB. The Washington Nationals chose Eli Willits from Fort Cobb-Broxton High School in Caddo County for their No. 1 pick. At the age of 17, Willits is the youngest No. 1 pick to be chosen in MLB draft history, the Washington Nationals shared. The Washington... Read More.

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

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.