Lexington
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Edmond city attorney terminated following city council vote
EDMOND, Okla. (KOKH) — City leaders in Edmond have terminated the employment of the city attorney following a vote during Monday's city council meeting. On Monday, the Edmond City Council voted 3-2 to terminate Edmond City Attorney Madeline Sawyer. "I just want to thank Madeline Sawyer for her service...
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SGA Election Commission violates Open Meetings Act, will redo hearing against winning presidential campaign
In a Student Government Association election season riddled with candidate infractions, the losing presidential ticket has filed a claim against the winning ticket alleging election interference on two separate infractions. Losing ticket candidates Jada Cannon and Reese Walsh filed a claim alleging that on Oct. 29, SGA president-elect Kendell Coppinger...
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More attention on hole in the Oklahoma County Jail
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Norman adopts new bicycle rules allowing cyclists to proceed through stop signs, red lights
NORMAN, Okla. - Bicyclists in Norman will soon be allowed to proceed through stop signs and red lights under certain conditions after the City Council adopted a new ordinance. The ordinance, known as the “Idaho Stop” or “Idaho Rule,” takes effect on Nov. 12. City officials said the ordinance brings Norman’s municipal code in line with Oklahoma state law.
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Oklahoma senator welcomes deputies to patrol state property near Norman encampment
NORMAN, OKLA. — Two Cleveland County deputies have been assigned to patrol state-owned property in Norman, including the site of a homeless encampment near Main Street and Reed Avenue, as city and state leaders continue to debate how to address the growing camp. State Sen. Lisa Standridge visited the...
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'I'm gonna do what the people want': New council member elected as voters oust Yukon Mayor
YUKON, Okla. (KOKH) — Yukon is getting new leadership after voters ousted Mayor and Ward 3 Councilmember Brian Pillmore in Tuesday's recall election. Joe Phillips received more than 1,600 votes compared to 369 for Pillmore. "The people wanted him gone and to have that many people get out and...
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New bicycle ordinance to go into effect in Norman
NORMAN, Okla. (KOKH) — City leaders in Norman are advising motorists of a new ordinance that will change the way bicyclists travel along city roadways. The Norman City Council adopted an ordinance that will allow bicyclists to cautiously proceed through stop signs and stead red traffic signals under specific conditions.
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Miracle on 2nd Street brings ice rink, lights and holiday fun to Edmond through Jan. 31
EDMOND, Okla. (KOKH) — The City of Edmond is bringing the holiday magic with Miracle on 2nd Street, the city's collection of seasonal events, experiences, and traditions. Miracle on 2nd Street is a community-wide holiday celebration with events starting on Nov. 7 and running through Jan. 31. The event is inspired by Route 66, which runs along 2nd Street in Edmond.
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Oklahoma turnpike tolls rising in January
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority approved higher tolls Thursday that will take effect Jan. 5, 2027. The PikePass toll for a passenger vehicle traveling the full Turner Turnpike between Oklahoma City and Tulsa will rise from $5.40 to $5.75, according to rate tables included in the authority’s meeting records.