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FORECAST: Muggy weather persists this weekend
Mostly clear and mild overnight and into Sunday morningAnother warm and humid day expected SundayHeat index in the 90s over the several afternoonsA round of storms is possible, mainly north of Tulsa Sunday nightOne or two storms may be marginally severeAfter a quiet Monday, a stormy stretch awaits us the rest of the weekSevere storms are possible Tuesday eveningSeveral rounds of storms likely late in the week and next weekendStaying warm and humid all of next week
FORECAST: Sunny and hot Saturday
Warming trend for the weekend with lots of sunshineHighs nearing 90 SaturdayHighs at or over the 90s Sunday and MondayHeat Index in the 90s over the next several daysFew storms possible LATE Sunday evening into Monday morningStormy pattern returns next weekTemps stay slightly above average all week
Athletes Honored at OHS Sports Banquet
Okmulgee High School honored athletes last week at the OHS All-Sports Banquet and Awards program for the 2023-24 school year last week. Outstanding athletes, graduating seniors and others were recognized for their contribution. Awards were presented for both Girls and Boys Basketball, Slowpitch, Fastpitch, Baseball, Wrestling, Cheerleading, Tennis, Football, Cross Country and Track. Congratulations to all the players and coaches.
'They Will Not Be Charged': Police Seek Those Who Purchased Vehicle From Man Accused Of Auto Theft In Oklahoma
Tulsa Police arrested a man for auto theft on Thursday who is tied to at least 46 stolen cars, and they believe many more. The cars were stolen from several states and often sold in Tulsa, where police believe many are still on the road. The suspect Randall Liggins, was...
1 Dead After Crash In Sapulpa Construction Zone
One person has died after crashing in a construction zone in Sapulpa Thursday morning, authorities said. The crash happened on Highway 97 between West 86 Street and West 81 Street in Sapulpa. The driver of a vehicle appears to have hit several concrete construction barriers and the vehicle's engine caught...
'Never Part Of The Plan We Agreed To': Family, Prosecutors Upset At Release Of Murder-For-Hire Mastermind
The family of a Tulsa man who was murdered is shocked and outraged the killer is now a free man after serving 11 years of his 32-year sentence. The Tulsa County District Attorney is also frustrated by how the state calculates prison sentences. The family of Neal Sweeney and Tulsa...
Broken Arrow woman who killed 5 in 2007 drunk driving crash will likely return to prison to serve out rest of sentence
UPDATE (5/18/24) — A Broken Arrow woman who killed five people during a drunk driving crash in 2007 is likely returning to prison to serve out the rest of her 107-year sentence.
Silver Alert issued for 76-year-old man traveling from Oklahoma to California
TULSA, Okla. — The Oklahoma Highway Patrol issued a Silver Alert on behalf of the Tulsa Police Department for 76-year-old Bud Pruitt who was last known to be travelling along I-40 from Oklahoma to California.
Gov. Stitt Providing Updates On Tribal Tags, Budget
Gov. Kevin Stitt was in Tulsa Friday to give an update on everything from tribal tags to the budget issues. Gov. Stitt did this week’s press conference in TPD’s Real Time Information Center at City Hall, for National Police Week. He said he wants to do anything he...
Route 66 Store Opens As One-Stop Shop Featuring Local Vendors
In downtown Tulsa, along the Meadow Gold District, is a famous highway you might be familiar with - Route 66. Mary Beth Babcock says it's a place rich in history and attractions. “There's so many great, great highlights of Route 66 in Tulsa,” she said. Now, she's adding another...
Man In Custody Accused Of Following Person Home From Gas Station, Shooting At Them
A Tulsa County Deputy arrested a man accused of following an innocent person home from a gas station and then shooting at them. It started after midnight, so a burst of gunfire woke everyone up. "I just heard a gunshot," said neighbor Emily Basham. Basham said it's normally quiet at...
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