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12-year-old arrested in death of classmate hit by metal water bottle in LA

Monday, April 6 by FOX 11 Los Angeles

Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa, 12 The Brief A 12-year-old was arrested Thursday on suspicion of murder following the death of a classmate at Reseda Charter High School. Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa, 12, died Feb. 25 after being struck in the head with a metal water bottle during a bullying incident. The family has filed a wrongful-death... Read More.

Trump issues veto for bipartisan bills supporting water, Tribal land projects

Thursday, January 1 by CBS News

WASHINGTON -President Trump used his veto power this week for the first time since returning to the White House, rejecting a pair of bipartisan bills designed to make it easier to build a water pipeline in Colorado and give a Native American tribe more control over a portion of the Everglades.Mr.... Read More.

Saltwater contamination kills cattle, threatens water in western Oklahoma: ‘It’s devastating’

Tuesday, September 23 by News 9

A heartbreaking situation is unfolding in western Oklahoma, where farmers say saltwater contamination is killing cattle and threatening local water sources. Ranchers near Five Mile Creek in Caddo County are demanding answers as state officials work to find the source. Five Mile Creek, a common watering hole for livestock in the area, has become a source... Read More.

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Scientists tap ‘secret’ fresh water under the ocean, raising hopes for a thirsty world

Monday, September 8 by AP

ABOARD LIFTBOAT ROBERT, North Atlantic (AP) — Deep in Earth’s past, an icy landscape became a seascape as the ice melted and the oceans rose off what is now the northeastern United States. Nearly 50 years ago, a U.S. government ship searching for minerals and hydrocarbons in the area drilled into the seafloor to... Read More.

Walmart recalls about 850,000 water bottles after 2 people blinded

Friday, July 11 by WHTM

(WHTM) – Walmart is recalling about 850,000 Ozark Trail water bottles after multiple injuries, including two incidents that resulted in consumers suffering permanent blindness, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The CPSC stated that the screwcap lid on the 64-ounce stainless steel water bottles “can forcefully eject” when opening... Read More.

Tulsa blooms with wildflowers to tackle water quality issues

Friday, June 20 by KTUL

TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — While driving around Tulsa, you may notice fields of wildflowers popping up. Those flowers are part of a bigger plan to help with the city's water quality. NewsChannel 8 has told you for months about water quality issues with the Arkansas River and bodies of water that feed into the river having... Read More.

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Lifeguards urge water safety as summer season heats up

Thursday, May 29 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY - As pools open and schools let out, Robyn Pendleton, who's spent 46 years as a certified lifeguard, says it's time to cool off, but safety has to come first. "Water is your friend. It is stronger than you are, so don't fight it learn it," said Pendleton, who now serves as the YMCA's Downtown... Read More.

WATER EMERGENCY UPDATE – AFTERNOON BRIEFING

Saturday, March 1 by Ponca City Now

Tonkawa reports their water system held nominal levels overnight and throughout this morning. Water officials continue to monitor the system, and are seeing stable usage and demand levels. Even with this morning’s moderate usage, there has been no negative impact on our system’s ability to maintain water levels and pressure. NORMAL WATER USE IS NOW PERMITTED With... Read More.

WATER EMERGENCY UPDATE – CITY OF TONKAWA

Monday, February 24 by Ponca City Now

The City of Tonkawa remains under a Civil Emergency due to severe water supply and pressure issues. Since Friday, February 21, 2025, our water system has been critically strained due to record-breaking freezing temperatures, line breaks, and equipment failures. Despite extensive repairs and strategic conservation efforts, our system was unable to stabilize. To protect our... Read More.

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OSU Student Union Suffers Major Water Damage After Pipe Failure

Monday, February 17 by News 9

STILLWATER, Okla. - A substantial pipe failure caused significant water damage to about half of the Student Union, leading to the closures of multiple offices and facilities on Sunday. Areas Affected The following sections of the Student Union have been impacted: Basement: The west end is closed to the public, affecting Union Building Operations, University... Read More.

Don’t Let Frozen Water Pipes Detour Your Holidays – Here’s Good Advice

Friday, December 16 by Lyman James

From the City Of Ponca City: Forecast-COLD!! The Utility Maintenance Department would like to help prevent costly plumbing repairs or damage to your home. The forecast predicting extremely cold weather and low wind chills causes lots of water issues and hopefully following these tips will help! 1. If you have had problems with frozen pipes in the... Read More.

Ark City Commission Schedules Special Session Monday To Discuss Water System

Friday, September 9 by Lyman James

The Ark City Commission will meet in special session Monday. According to a notice from the city, the meeting will be at 4 p.m. in the commission room at City Hall, located at 118 W. Central Ave. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the water system. No other business will be discussed at this... Read More.