An Oklahoma pediatrician is accused of staging her daughter's accidental death in Florida

An Oklahoma pediatrician was accused of murder after authorities said she staged her daughter’s accidental death at a vacation rental in suburban Miami, court records obtained Thursday show. Neha Gupta, 36, was arrested on suspicion of first-degree murder …

Oklahoma County jail reports eighth inmate death of 2025

An Oklahoma County jail inmate accused of pistol-whipping a woman for her car outside a casino has died. Everett D. Edwards, 58, was pronounced deceased at a hospital at 4:48 p.m. Thursday, July 3, the jail reported in a news release. He had been found to …

'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention center criticized by Seminole Nation of Oklahoma

A detention center in Florida dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz" has caught a lot of attention and criticism this week over its intense design of being surrounded by alligators in the Everglades and the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma is joining in on that …

Oklahoma City business leaders excited about expected economic boost from hosting 2028 Olympics

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City leaders said they’re gearing up for and are excited about the expected economic boost to their businesses that the 2028 Olympics will bring to the region. While Los Angeles was selected to host the 2028 Olympic games, their …

Unusual Relief: Oklahoma experiences widespread drought-free conditions

Parents, Among Them Christians, Sue To Block New Oklahoma School Curriculum That Includes Bible Stories

A group of parents and faith leaders in Oklahoma is suing to stop new academic standards from taking effect due to concerns that they “coercively subject” public school students to Christian teachings. The new standards, set to go into effect when the …

Braeden Presley Commits to Oklahoma State

Braeden Presley has officially committed to Oklahoma State University, joining his brothers Brennan and Braylin in the Cowboys' program. Braeden chose OSU over top contenders Oklahoma, Kansas State, and Texas Tech. He is a 6-foot-2, 190-pound defensive …

As Trump’s FEMA Review Council begins work, Oklahoma delegation wants input, details

WASHINGTON — A sweeping restructuring of the Federal Emergency Management Agency could be on tap when Congress returns from its July 4 recess, a possibility for Oklahoma that could redefine what disaster recovery looks like in a state long dependent on …

McAlester resident to join Oklahoma State Regents for next fiscal year

The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education has announced its new board line up for this fiscal year. McAlester’s Steven W. Taylor is among those elected, although he has served with the Regents since 2019. Those who will now make up the board include …

Why the Oklahoma Highway Patrol is shifting resources from OKC metro

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol will reallocate resources to areas of the state with the greatest need for patrol presence, the agency announced Thursday. In a statement, OHP said the changes will take effect Nov. 1, 2025. The agency said it is confident that …