March 2022

A FIRE STARTED THIS MORNING IN OKC. THE FIRE WAS REPORTED JUST AFTER 7AM THIS MORNING ARNE 28TH DAN NORTH KELLEY AVENUE. FIREFIGHTERS GOTHE TRE TOWARDS NDFI AN ABANDONED BUILDING WITH CLOSED…

U.S. crude futures fell on Tuesday, March 29, extending losses nearly 7% on Monday. Fears of lower demand for fuel after the COVID-19 lockdown of around 26 million people in Shanghai have contributed to…

Oklahoma lawmakers are seeking to put in place protections for data privacy. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are trying to stop tech companies from sharing digital information without your permission. “It's…

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday announced a multi-state lawsuit against the federal government's pursuit of the transportation mask mandate. Florida leads at least 20 other states in this lawsuit against the Biden…

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PORTLAND, Ore. -- Isaiah Roby scored a career-high 30 points on 11-of-13 shooting and the Oklahoma City Thunder rallied in overtime to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 134-131 Monday night.Aaron Wiggins added a career-high 28 points for the…

BOULDER, Colo. (AP) – Authorities on Saturday issued an evacuation order for 19,400 people near a fast-moving Colorado wildfire in the hills south of the college town of Boulder, not far from the site from a destructive 2021 fire…

Former President Donald Trump repeated his praise for several authoritarian leaders on Saturday, calling out the Russian president Vladimir PoutineVladimir Vladimirovich PutinRussian rocket attacks injure five in western Ukrainian city of…

the Oklahoma City Thunder (21-52) open a two-game road trip on Saturday against the Denver nuggets (43-31). Tipping is at 9 p.m. ET at the Ball Arena. Below we take a look at the Thunder vs Nuggets odds and linesand make our expert NBA…

Lawmakers wasted no time getting back to work at 23rd and Lincoln with a major deadline after a three-day break from observing Spring Break. Thursday, March 24 was the last day for political bills to pass on the floor of their home…

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Potential new problem for entities that manage Foxcroft Apartments, the apartment complex in northwest Oklahoma City that has had no heat at all this winter. Northwest Oklahoma City…

Lubbock Christian University goalie Allie Schulte has received honorable mention All-America recognition on the Women's Basketball Coaches Association team for NCAA Division II, it was announced Friday.Ten players made the All-America team,…

OKLAHOMA CITY — A bipartisan group of Oklahoma senators has rejected a…

NORMAN, Okla., March 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A collaborative project to establish an environmental, social, and governance energy leadership certificate program has begun at the University of Oklahoma. The Ronnie K. Irani Center for…

The unique ecological conditions of a Missouri region and distilled spirits could receive an even bigger spotlight under a bill at the Missouri House.The bill would allow spirits that are crushed, fermented, aged, distilled and bottled…

Calvin Lambert has been homeless for over 15 years and his therapy for coping with homelessness is writing. That's what helps him and his readers. “I did my first story and it touched and touched a lot of people's hearts,” Lambert said.…

Shawnee Municipal Sales Tax Collection Report for March released; revenue fell from last month and from last year.Jacob Bussell, assistant chief financial officer, reports that sales tax and use taxes totaled $2,011,796.13 for the month,…

Happy Tuesday, Oklahoma City! Here's everything you need to know to get started today on an informed note. These are the most important things happening today in Oklahoma City. First, today's weather forecast: A few showers. Top: 44…

Dyani Robinson, who helped the 27-5 Texas A&M…

Boston Celtics (44-28, fourth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Oklahoma City Thunder (20-51, 14th in the Western Conference)Oklahoma City; Monday, 8 p.m. EDTFANDUEL SPORTSBOOKLINE: Thunder -13.5; plus/minus is 216.5BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma!-->…

Here we go again. Exactly where we've been many times in the past - wondering why on earth the Kansas Legislature can't understand the importance of dealing with the sales tax imposed on groceries. Of all the…

News from Pawhuska-Osage Osage County Tourism Director Kelly Bland resigned from the position on March 17 after a series of incidents that upset some members of the Osage tribe. Bland wore two hats — and earned two salaries — as county…

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Severe storms rolled through Oklahoma Thursday night. >> Related: How to Customize, Use the KOCO 5 App to Stay Safe in Severe Weather KOCO 5 Chief Meteorologist Damon Lane tracks storms for us. KOCO 5 Kilee…

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A private Christian college in Oklahoma has come under fire for firing a professor who says he was fired for bringing an LGBTQ guest speaker into his class. Michael O'Keefe taught graphic design at Oklahoma Christian University for more…

Seventeen Republican members of Congress, including Bob Good of Virginia, have sued the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, seeking to end the federal rule requiring passengers on commercial…

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – An Oklahoma Highway Patrol thief's escape ended in the middle of the freeway. “We don't know who these people are. We don't know why they're running," Cavalier Eric Foster said. "But they could be very,…

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Percentages: FG 0.533, FT 0.762. 3-point goals: 20-35, .571 (Bridges 5-6, Ball 5-8, Thomas 4-4, Rozier 4-8, Martin 1-1, Oubre Jr. 1-4, McDaniels 0-1, Washington 0 -3). Team rebounds: 5. Team changes: None.…

Oklahoma lawmakers have discussed ending unwanted robocalls. Many people probably receive multiple robocalls per day. Oklahoma lawmakers are doing what they can to put a stop to this. The bill is called the…

The Charlotte Hornets (33-35) enter their game against the Oklahoma City Thunder (20-46) on March 14, 2022 as an 8-point favorite. The match's point total is set at 231.5. The Hornets beat the Pelicans 142-120 in their…

OKLAHOMA CITY — As millions of Oklahomans file taxes in the coming…

Timia Richardson sat alone in a wooden chair on the sixth floor of the…

Oklahoma lawmakers introduced a series of bills this session to impose…

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The Very Reverend Paul S. CoakleyMount St. Mary's Catholic High School is a unique school for Oklahoma, established by the Sisters of Mercy in the early 1900s and now co-sponsored by the Sisters and the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. It is…

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Oklahoma is currently focused on improving the financial side of the teaching profession as well as childcare. A local nonprofit hopes to tackle both with a new service and an attractive signing bonus.…

Cleveland County residents are troubled by the strange smell in the air. A strange smell took over the subway when many people came out of their homes in a strange smell. Cleveland County officials spend much of…

Military veterans would be "encouraged" to discuss medical marijuana treatment without fear of losing federal benefits under a new bill sponsored by Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA). The primary purpose of the legislation is to codify existing…

The Minnesota Timberwolves (37-29) are favored by 14 points as they prepare to face the Oklahoma City Thunder (20-44) on March 9, 2022. The Timberwolves beat the Trail Blazers 124-81 in their last outing on Monday.…

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — Iowa state officials say help is on the way for the dozens of families affected by this weekend's tornadoes. John Benson, director of the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, said…

1 killed in shooting at Southwest OKC 7-Eleven; investigation … 8 hours ago…

As the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority plans to bring a new tollway and an…

To understand what the organizers of The Square at Nam Hai multicultural festival are trying to accomplish, consider where the event is taking place: a parking lot.Parking lots — and the busy thoroughfares that fill them…

March 4, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (45) is defended by New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (5) in the second half at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…

The startup ecosystem in Africa has so far been dominated by Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa and Egypt (“the Big 4”), countries that continue to receive the bulk of venture capital and other forms of investment.However, the situation appears…

OKMULGEE, Oklahoma – An Okmulgee man makes it his mission to restore a historic hospital. He said it's the oldest black hospital still standing in Oklahoma. He asks for help to preserve his rich history. Almost 100 years ago, if you…

A bill that would temporarily scrap the state grocery tax passed with bipartisan support from an Oklahoma House committee on Thursday. Democrats, however, want a more permanent solution. >> Previous cover:…

Happy Friday, people of Tulsa! Let's keep up to date with what's happening locally to start today on an informed note. First, today's weather forecast: Wind in the afternoon. High: 77 Low: 57. Here are the top 3 stories in Tulsa today: A…

Two people crawled to safety after a car crashed into a home in southwest Oklahoma City. Fire officials said two people were trapped and needed help getting out. Authorities later posted on social media that the…

Planning is underway on how to implement a statewide network of electric vehicle charging stations that will give drivers the confidence that they can drive anywhere in the state without travel more than 50 miles to recharge. The National…

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – A census will be taken in Oklahoma City on Thursday to count the number of homeless residents in the city. The purpose of the census, called Point in Time County, is to provide another data point in the…

JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Locked-out players and Major League Baseball engaged in an intense series of meetings…