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ODOC captures escapee after 19 years on the run with help from U.S. Marshals

Friday, May 23 by KOKH

HODGEN, OK (KOKH) — An Oklahoma Department of Corrections (ODOC) inmate on the run for nearly 20 years is back in custody.On August 1, 2006, Steven Capps reportedly walked away from Jim E. Hamilton Correctional Center (JEHCC) along with another inmate, who was found and returned a short time later.According to ODOC, Capps was arrested... Read More.

Drummond urges legislative overrides of Stitt vetoes

Friday, May 23 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – In the wake of Gov. Stitt’s flurry of vetoes this legislative session, Attorney General Gentner Drummond is calling on state legislators to remind the Governor that they are a co-equal branch of government.“The power of the override is critical in these waning days of session,” said Drummond. “Gov. Stitt is forcing... Read More.

Traffic stop in Talala leads to major drug and weapons bust, 2 men placed in ICE holds

Friday, May 23 by KTUL

TALALA, OKLA. (KTUL) — A traffic stop for speeding in Talala, OK, turns into a drug bust, with two men arrested.Talala Police pulled over a vehicle for going 72 mph in a 45 mph zone through town Monday evening and found signs of intoxication, according to the department.Officials also located trafficking-level fentanyl, a stolen firearm... Read More.

US Supreme Court upholds Oklahoma’s decision to block religious public charter school

Friday, May 23 by KOKH

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The U.S. Supreme Court upholds the Oklahoma Supreme Court's decision to block a religious public charter school.The Justices' vote was tied 4-4, meaning the court automatically affirms the lower court's opinion.The Oklahoma Supreme Court's decision only applies to the state, meaning the question of religious public charter... Read More.

House passes Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ by single vote after all-nighter

Friday, May 23 by TNND

WASHINGTON (TNND) — President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" has been passed by House Republicans after pushing through an all-nighter.Speaker Mike Johnson announced the vote was 215-214, making good on his promise to get it done by Memorial Day.The budget bill, which is a key part of Trump’s agenda, has faced opposition from some members... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 05/21/2025

Thursday, May 22 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay CF-2025-00225 05/21/2025 ADKINS, HOPE GAIL Defendant OSW STATE OF OKLAHOMA vs. ADKINS, HOPE GAIL UNAUTHORIZED USE OF MOTOR VEHICLE (FEL)Kay CF-2025-00226 05/21/2025 BELL, TONY EDWARD Defendant OSW STATE OF OKLAHOMA vs. BELL, TONY EDWARD GRAND LARCENY-AFC 2+ (FEL)Kay CF-2025-00227 05/21/2025 BURDG, LOU ANN Defendant OSW STATE OF OKLAHOMA vs. BURDG, LOU ANN EMBEZZLEMENT OF RENTED PROPERTY (FEL)Kay CF-2025-00224 05/21/2025 HARDEMON, SHANE MICHAEL Defendant STATE OF... Read More.

Police Logs 05/21/2025

Thursday, May 22 by Ponca City Now

Ponca City Crime Stoppers Anyone wishing to send an anonymous tip online to any crime in Ponca City can do so at https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=496 fill out the tip sheet, and send the information. You can text PCPD plus your message to CRIMES (274637) from your cell phone. If you want to contact us by email... Read More.

OSBE suspends former Choctaw choir teacher’s license, delays discussion on former Ringling football coach

Thursday, May 22 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -The future of several teachers' licenses lies in the hands of the State Board of Education. Two of those teachers face serious allegations outside the classroom, including sex crimes and abusive behavior.Samuel Melton is the former Choctaw choir teacher charged with several child sex crimes. Investigators said he admitted to school administrators... Read More.

COVID vaccine side effects under fire: six experts testify on alleged government cover-ups

Thursday, May 22 by TNND

(TNND) — The Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations is set to hold its first hearing about the negative side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine. The committee issued a subpoena to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for records related to COVID-19 vaccine safety data and pandemic communications.The hearing will feature six witnesses discussing the... Read More.

Konawa senior first student recruited to ECU on esports scholarship

Thursday, May 22 by News 9

ADA, Oklahoma -Will Neurauter, a Senior at Konawa High School, will soon be walking the halls of East Central University all thanks to a sports scholarship, but this sport isn’t like the rest.Neurauter didn’t expect to be walking the halls of a university continuing his education, but with the help from ECU's Esports... Read More.

Trump administration restricts eligible COVID vaccine recipients

Thursday, May 22 by CBS News

The Food and Drug Administration says it has decided to continue approving COVID-19 vaccine updates for seniors and others at higher risk of severe disease, but will require vaccine makers to conduct major new clinical trials before approving them for wider use. The decision means many Americans without underlying conditions... Read More.

Kay County Court Filings 05/20/2025

Wednesday, May 21 by Ponca City Now

Court Case Number Filed On Party Case Offense or CauseKay CV-2025-00056 05/20/2025 CLARK CONTRACTING COMPANY, LLC Plaintiff IN RE: THE APPLICATION OF: et al vs. SERVICE OKLAHOMA MOTOR VEHICLE DIVISION LOST TITLEKay PB-2025-00050 05/20/2025 FOSTER, CHARLES L., JR Plaintiff IN THE MATTER OF FOSTER, CHARLES L., JR FOREIGN WILLKay PO-2025-00046 05/20/2025 GALINDO, PABLO GONZALO Plaintiff GALINDO, PABLO GONZALO vs. GALINDO-CANEZ, JENNIFER LEE PROTECTIVE ORDERKay PO-2025-00046 05/20/2025 GALINDO-CANEZ, JENNIFER LEE Defendant GALINDO, PABLO... Read More.