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More storms possible at Grand Canyon where a flash flood killed 1 person and left 15 missing

Saturday, August 1 by AP

This photo provided by the National Park Service shows remnants of stone bridge pylons along Bright Angel Creek in the Grand Canyon following a flash flood that destroyed the footbridge, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026. (James Thompson/National Park Service via AP) FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — State and federal officials ramped up efforts Monday to locate around... Read More.

‘Ketamine Queen’ gets 15 years in prison for selling Matthew Perry the drugs that killed him

Friday, April 10 by AP

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A federal judge on Wednesday handed down a sentence of 15 years in prison to a woman who pleaded guilty to selling actor Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him in 2023. “You’re going to have to show some epic resilience,” Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett said to Read More.

OU beats No. 15 Vanderbilt 92-91 to snap 9-game losing streak

Sunday, February 8 by The Associated Press

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Xzayvier Brown scored 14 of his 20 points in the second half and Oklahoma held off No. 15 Vanderbilt 92-91 on Saturday to end a nine-game losing streak. Nijel Pack added 17 points for the Sooners (12-12, 2-9 Southeastern Conference,) who had a 21-point lead with 12:03 left. Oklahoma shot 53.4%... Read More.

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NOC Tonkawa hosts piano re-dedication Feb. 15

Thursday, February 5 by Ponca City Now

Northern Oklahoma College and Tonkawa’s extended artistic community are invited to celebrate the rebuilding, return, and re-dedication of NOC’s 9-foot Steinway D concert grand piano during a free concert on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026, inside the Dineo Heilmann Auditorium at the Kinzer Performing Arts Center. Local favorite Jerry Steichen and Tulsa native Cathy Venable will... Read More.

OSU falls 102-80 to No. 15 Texas Tech

Sunday, January 4 by The Associated Press

LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — JT Toppin had 23 points and 14 rebounds for his 39th career double-double, Christian Anderson had 19 points and a career-high 13 assists, and No. 15 Texas Tech beat Oklahoma State 102-80 on Saturday. The Red Raiders (11-3, 1-0 Big 12) never trailed after the game's opening minute. LeJuan Watts finished just... Read More.

2 Oklahomans among 15 indicted in alleged drug trafficking case

Monday, December 8 by KOKH

(Photo provided by OBN) OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics said on Saturday that 15 alleged members of a drug trafficking organization responsible for a conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute large quantities of marijuana and for a conspiracy to commit money laundering in West Tennessee, Oklahoma, Texas, and California have... Read More.

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Oklahoma man gets 15 years for ISIS-inspired plot against 2024 election

Friday, November 21 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY - A federal judge has sentenced Abdullah Haji Zada, a 19-year-old lawful permanent resident from Afghanistan living in Oklahoma, to 15 years in federal prison for plotting an ISIS-inspired terrorist attack on Election Day 2024, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of... Read More.

NBA’s return to NBC averages 5.61M viewers, most-watched October opening night in 15 years

Saturday, October 25 by The Associated Press

STAMFORD, Conn. (AP) — The NBA's return to NBC with a doubleheader on Tuesday night averaged 5.61 million viewers, the most-watched October opening night in 15 years according to Nielsen Big Data + Panel measurements and digital data from Adobe Analytics. It was also an 87% increase over the 3 million that watched on TNT... Read More.

John Mateer has 2 TDs rushing, 1 passing as No. 18 OU beats No. 15 Michigan 24-13

Sunday, September 7 by The Associated Press

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.

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A rare clash: No. 15 Michigan and No. 18 OU meet for first time since 1976

Saturday, September 6 by The Associated Press

By MAURA CAREY AP Sports Writer No. 15 Michigan (1-0) at No. 18 Oklahoma (1-0), Saturday, 7:30 p.m. ET (ABC) Week 2 gives most SEC teams a moment to breathe after an action-packed opening weekend featuring three top 10 games. In a much milder slate of games, No. 15 Michigan at No. 18 Oklahoma is the... Read More.

IRS Stimulus Credit deadline is April 15: What to know before time runs out

Monday, April 14 by News 9

WASHINGTON - Time is running out for eligible taxpayers to claim the 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit — the deadline is April 15. While the IRS is issuing automatic payments to those who mistakenly left the credit off their 2021 returns, others must file to receive up to $1,400. Here's what to know. RELEVANT: Tax returns: Tips... Read More.

Reed scores 15 off the bench, Tulsa downs Mississippi Valley State 93-48

Sunday, December 22 by Ponca City Now

By The Associated Press TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Matt Reed’s 15 points off of the bench helped lead Tulsa to a 93-48 victory against Mississippi Valley State on Saturday night. Reed also added nine rebounds for the Golden Hurricane (5-7). Tyshawn Archie scored 14 points and added five rebounds. Dwon Odom had 12 points and finished... Read More.