Wisconsin archaeologists identify 16 ancient canoes in a prehistoric lake ‘parking lot’

This photo made available by Wisconsin Historical Society Maritime Archeologist Tamara Thomsen, shows the remains of an ancient canoe sitting on the bottom of Lake Mendota, in Madison, Wis., in June 2025. (Tamara Thomsen/Wisconsin Historical Society via AP) MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Archaeologists have identified more than a dozen ancient canoes that Indigenous people apparently... Read More.

Mateer throws late TD pass, No. 8 OU beats LSU 17-13 to likely secure playoff spot

By CLIFF BRUNT AP Sports Writer NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — The pressure on Oklahoma coach Brent Venables reached a critical level after the Sooners finished 6-7 last season. He never wavered in his belief that he could turn things around and now, he likely has the Sooners headed to the College Football Playoff. John Mateer threw a... Read More.

Iowa State turns back OSU 20-13

By TIM WILLERT Associated Press STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Rocco Becht passed for a touchdown, Abu Sama ran for a score, and Iowa State defeated Oklahoma State 20-13 on Saturday in the final regular-season game for both teams, bringing Oklahoma State's season to an end. Kyle Konrardy kicked field goals of 45 and 34 yards for... Read More.
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Wooten, Whiting combine for 49 points and No. 24 Cowgirls beat Miami 87-84

GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands (AP) — Jadyn Wooten scored 26 points off the bench, Amari Whiting had 23 points, six rebounds, and eight assists, and No. 24 Oklahoma State beat Miami 87-84 on Saturday at the Cayman Islands Classic. Oklahoma State was outscored 25-10 in the second quarter to trail 42-31 at the break. But... Read More.

OU women dominate Coppin State: Williams scores 21, Beers gets 50th double-double

FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Sahara Williams scored 21 points, Raegan Beers had 14 points and 14 rebounds for her 50th career double-double, and No. 9 Oklahoma coasted to a 100-46 win over Coppin State in the Coconut Hoops tournament on Friday night. Zya Vann, who had a career-high seven steals, scored 16 points as... Read More.
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Pack has 24, Davis 19 and 11 to lift OU over Marquette 75-74

CHICAGO (AP) — Nijel Pack scored 24 points with five 3-pointers, Tae Davis had a double-double, and Oklahoma pulled out a 75-74 win over Marquette in the Bad Boy Mowers Series on Friday. Derrion Reid hit a 3-pointer from the left corner with 35.5 seconds to go to break a tie for the Sooners. Nigel... Read More.

OSU beats Northwestern 86-81 at Thanksgiving Classic

CHICAGO (AP) — Jaylen Curry scored 18 points, Anthony Roy had all of his 16 points in the final eight-plus minutes, and Oklahoma State beat Northwestern 86-81 on Thursday night at the Thanksgiving Classic. Vyctorius Miller added 17 points for Oklahoma State (7-0) and Parsa Fallah had 13 points and 11 rebounds. Christian Coleman scored... Read More.

Oklahoma minimum wage hike heads to June ballot amid debate

Oklahoma City, Okla. — Oklahoma voters will soon decide on a significant minimum wage increase, as State Question 832 is set to appear on the June primary ballot. The proposal aims to raise the minimum wage to $12 an hour in 2027, $13.50 in 2028, and $15 in 2029. The current rate of $7.25 has remained... Read More.
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Route 66 attractions in Oklahoma: These are the 10 best stops

Oklahoma’s stretch of Route 66, often called the “Heart of the Mother Road,” is packed with nostalgic charm, quirky roadside art, and historical gems. As the nation gears up for the 2026 centennial of Route 66, now is a perfect time to spotlight the Sooner State’s must-see stops. Here are 10 top attractions along Route 66 in Oklahoma,... Read More.