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The Oklahoman

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Is it legal to ride in a truck bed in Oklahoma? What the law says

In some of the biggest summer movies, you'll likely see friends kicking back in the truck bed, catching the open, unsheilded wind as the driver rolls down the road. Luckily in Oklahoma, you can live that fantasy. Laws in Oklahoma and Oklahoma City protect passengers' right to travel in the bed of a truck, but not all can feel this thrill. Here's what state and local law says about traveling in the bed of a pickup truck. Is it legal to ride in the back of a pickup truck? Neither Oklahoma state law nor OKC city ordinance restricts the ability of adult passengers to be in the bed of a pickup truck, even when it's on the highway. There are 21 states that don't have a law against pickup trucks, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety , including Oklahoma. Other states have some restrictions on what age people can be when they ride in the truck bed, like Texas, which only allows individuals 18 and older. Riding in the truck bed still comes with dangers. While riding in the truck bed is legal, passengers should still practice safe travel to prevent any unwanted injuries. Oklahoma also prohibits reckless

Oklahoma · 2d

KFOR

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Moore neighborhood is fed up, faces daily power surges and fried appliances

A metro neighborhood is fed up with repeated power surges; they say it's even fried some expensive appliances.

Moore, OK · 1d

NewsTalk 1290

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Oklahoma Has Some Interesting Places For An In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out might be coming to Oklahoma. We found some interesting possibilities for where that first restaurant could land.

Oklahoma · 2d

news9.com

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Oklahoma City pastor gets 30 years in labor trafficking case

OKLAHOMA CITY - An Oklahoma City-area pastor was sentenced to 30 years in prison after being convicted of 17 criminal counts, including 13 counts of human trafficking for forced labor, according to the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics. The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics (OBN) began investigating Elmer Baca Flores in March...

Oklahoma City, OK · 3d
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Oklahoma Daily

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Norman’s future: Downtown expansion, watershed preservation, community protection

Editor's note: This story is featured in OU Daily's Best of Norman Guide, which is available online and in print. Racks can be found around Norman and campus. Check out the other featured stories at the bottom of this article. Nobody knows what Norman will look like 20 years from...

Norman, OK · 1d

Oklahoma Daily

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Norman City Council postpones vote on proposed Dollar General plat, discusses pet sales restrictions

Norman City Council postponed the consideration of a preliminary plat for a proposed Dollar General location along Highway 9 and discussed an ordinance restricting the sale of cats and dogs produced by commercial breeders during its Tuesday meetings. Dollar General preliminary plat. The news: Council voted to postpone the consideration...

Norman, OK · 18h

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They promised free rehab in California. We investigated what happened next.

By the time I walked up to Integrity Recovery Center’s front door, I’d been trying to get a hold of the owners for months. Integrity’s website described the treatment facility as a “healing sanctuary” and showed photographs of a gleaming white mansion with a pool in the Los Angeles foothills. The place looked a little dingier in person, with trash in the driveway and weeds growing over a retaining wall.

Oklahoma City, OK · 2d

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Hundreds of Vendors Pack the Sprawling Flea Market at Oklahoma City’s State Fairgrounds

Some of the best finds in Oklahoma hide behind plain buildings you would drive right past. I showed up hungry and curious, expecting a quick look around, and lost track of time among the booths, tables, and food stands. Row after row of sellers turned a big open space into...

Oklahoma City, OK · 8d

Willow and Hearth

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Oklahoma Landlord Bet $1,000 Rentals Would Win In A Downturn, But That Is Where The Evictions Are, While His $1,200 To $1,500 Homes Never Cause Problems

Oklahoma City investor Cameron walked into a house his company had just finished evicting, and it did not take long to see what went wrong. In a video for @CamburkeRealEstate, […]

Oklahoma City, OK · 3d

KFOR

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City of Norman takes 1st place in 2026 Southwest American Water Works Association Water Taste contest

The City of Norman in October took first place in an invite-only regional competition, the 2026 Southwest American Water Works Association Water Taste Contest.

Norman, OK · 1d

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Investment in OKC’s stretch of Route 66 continues with installation of four new shields

Travelers and locals have new selfie-worthy stops along historic Route 66 in OKC, thanks to a gift of four custom shields from the Oklahoma Route 66 Centennial Commission, OG&E and the Inasmuch Foundation. Installed in Oklahoma City in late October, the shields now anchor districts along former alignments of Route...

Oklahoma City, OK · 2d

okcfox.com

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Woman who stopped traffic near Mayfield Middle proposes stronger school crossing laws

PUTNAM CITY, Oklah. — Drivers honking and students pouring into a busy intersection near Mayfield Middle School have prompted a Putnam City resident to take matters into her own hands—and now push for a new state law to protect children walking near schools. Rebecca Ramirez said she stopped...

Oklahoma City, OK · 1d

KFOR

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The impact that tinnitus has on U.S. service members and veterans

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, is the most common disability among military veterans and current soldiers, frequently caused by exposure to loud noises such as jet engines and gunfire. Researchers at the Hough Ear Institute in Oklahoma are actively working to explore better treatments...

Oklahoma City, OK · 18h

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7 places to get a premade Thanksgiving dinner in Oklahoma City in 2026

OKLAHOMA CITY - Thanksgiving in Oklahoma means family, football and a table full of food, but cooking all of it can eat up the whole holiday. Between thawing the turkey, juggling oven space and timing every side to finish at once, hosting starts to feel like a shift at work. The good news: you can get a premade Thanksgiving dinner in Oklahoma City from local barbecue joints, caterers, diners and grocers.

Oklahoma City, OK · 1d

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Where to buy Thanksgiving pies and desserts in the Oklahoma City area

Whether you’re looking for a traditional pumpkin pie, a French silk favorite or something to serve a crowd, here are some local spots to check out before Thanksgiving. Planning ahead? Be sure to check directly with each bakery for availability, ordering deadlines and pickup details. Many local businesses have limited holiday inventory, and some orders may close once capacity is reached.

Oklahoma City, OK · 1d

okpoliticstoday.com

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Mazzei looks to spending cuts to deliver tax relief

OKLAHOMA CITY — Gov.-elect Mike Mazzei is laying the groundwork for his promised tax cuts by looking for money the state can stop spending. His next challenge will be getting lawmakers to agree on what can go. At his first postelection news conference Wednesday, Mazzei proposed quarterly agency spending...

Oklahoma City, OK · 3d

Oklahoma Gazette

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OKC residents give city high marks, but streets and homelessness remain concerns

Annual survey finds 69% believe Oklahoma City is moving in the right direction, while road conditions and traffic remain top priorities. Oklahoma City residents remain optimistic about their community, although concerns about street conditions, homelessness and traffic continue to top their list of priorities, according to the city’s 2026 Resident Satisfaction Survey.

Oklahoma City, OK · 1d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Oklahoma City Inventory Grows as Homes Spend More Time on the Market

Oklahoma City buyers found more choices and more time to negotiate as inventory grew and homes lingered longer on the market.

Oklahoma City, OK · 1d

News On 6

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Veterans Day parades and events happening across Oklahoma

OKLAHOMA - Multiple Veterans Day events are happening across Oklahoma as people honor the lives of those who served and protected the nation. Location: E 4th St & S Littler Ave., Edmond, OK 73034. Guthrie Veterans Day Parade. Date: Nov. 11, 2026. Time: 10:40 a.m. Location: Honor Park, N 2nd...

Oklahoma · 1d