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Governor Stitt joins over fifty elected officials, religious and educational organizations in support of religious charter school access before U.S. Supreme Court in landmark case

Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt recently expressed strong support for the Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board and St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Charter School as the case *Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond* heads to the U.S. Supreme Court. The case will address whether a religious charter school, specifically St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School, can receive public funding and be available to all students under the First Amendment. The legal dispute could have far-reaching implications for religious freedom and educational choice across the United States.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19
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Residents told to 'leave now' as wildfires threaten Oklahoma towns

Winds of up to 75 mph were fanning multiple fast-moving Oklahoma wildfires on Wednesday morning, prompting evacuation orders for towns in the path of the flames, officials said. Firefighters are battling blazes in Logan, Pawnee, Beckham and Roger Mills counties, including one about seven miles northwest of Sweetwater, near the Oklahoma-Texas border, officials said. Residents of Meridian were ordered to evacuate early Wednesday as a fire came within two miles of the Logan County town. Officials rescinded the order after several hours as a cold front developed and raised humidity in the area, officials said. In Roger Mills County,...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19

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Man and woman arrested on multiple felony charges after contraband smuggling operation uncovered at Northeast Oklahoma Community Corrections Center

Oklahoma – An investigation by the Oklahoma Department of Corrections’ Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has resulted in multiple felony charges against two individuals accused of smuggling contraband into the Northeast Oklahoma Community Corrections Center. The case began when the facility’s warden reported a suspected contraband operation...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19
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More Wind And Gorilla Hail Predicted This Weekend In Oklahoma

There's good news and bad news about Oklahoma's next round of severe weather. While tornado risks will be low - as of yet - big hail is the main threat to our next round of storms this weekend. Specifically, as coined by the legendary nader-chasing Reed Timmer, expect gorilla hail...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19
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Governor Kevin Stitt, over 50 elected officials, scholars, 'think tanks' and others file briefs in Support of St. Isidore

CityNewsOKC Staff report, adapted from a press release Oklahoma City -- On Tuesday, March 18, Governor Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma announced, in a press release sent to news organizations world-wide, that he "proudly stood with over fifty elected officials, religious organizations, educational institutions, and research organizations in support of the Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board and St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Charter School.” “Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond,” which is set to be heard before the United States Supreme Court, will decide if a religious charter school –- in this case, St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19

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From Nearly 90 to Below Freezing, Winter Strikes Again Across Oklahoma

Welcome to the intermission between Second Spring and Last Winter across Oklahoma, where the forecasts are for fun and the points don't really matter. Yesterday it was nearly 90° across portions of Oklahoma, albeit a little windy with the cold front that seems to still be blowing this morning. Hopefully you didn't already store away your cold-weather clothes because it's going to be downright frigid overnight and into tomorrow.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19

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'Hero' Wrestling Coach Dies Saving Son From Oklahoma Wildfires

Oklahoma wrestling coach and father of four Allen Ferguson is being hailed as a "hero" after he died saving his 15-year-old son from the state's deadly wildfires last weekend.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-18

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Family mourns Broken Arrow dad after accidental shooting

The wife of a Broken Arrow man is heartbroken after she says her husband died from accidentally shooting himself with a gun earlier in March. Joey and Kerrie Keegan's love story is one to be remembered. Kerrie says no matter what they went through, whether it be military deployments or cross-country moves…it only made them stronger. She says her husband loved being a father and made a mark on everyone he knew.

Broken Arrow, OK · 2025-03-18

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NASA Image Reveals 'Treacherous Conditions' Over Oklahoma

Over 130 devastating wildfires across Oklahoma have burned around 179,000 acres of the state since Friday.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-18

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Braum’s: Oklahoma’s great equalizer

Sitting in a Braum’s, my wife and I humbly shared the Big Country Breakfast. I snagged the eggs and hash browns while she savored the biscuit and sausage gravy. As usual, I sat facing the main entrance. Then they came. A work crew piled in, their plumbing truck and...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19

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State program offers up to $15,000 for septic tank repairs

OKLAHOMA CITY (KSWO) - A new program offered by state agencies may offer help to homeowners fix their septic tanks. These failing systems don’t just cause issues for homeowners, but failing systems near bodies of water can cause issues with water pollution. The Oklahoma Conservation Commission received funding to...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-19

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Dad speaks after charges filed against son’s alleged attackers at Bryan County party

BRYAN COUNTY, Okla. (KXII) - For the first time since charges were filed on Friday, the dad of a Denison teenager attacked at a Bryan County party is speaking out. It’s been over two weeks since 17-year-old Ayden Hulsey was assaulted as he and a friend were trying to leave a party in Bryan County.

Bryan County, OK · 2025-03-18

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Firefighters fear another Megafire outbreak of wildfires

State firefighters are being warned that Oklahoma might see another outbreak of deadly wildfires like it experienced on Friday when fires left at least four persons dead. “Another Wildfire Outbreak is possible and given the approaching dry, cold front, a Megafire (burning <100,000 acres) cannot be ruled out,” stated the Oklahoma Forestry Service in its Tuesday wildfire update.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-18

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OKCPD officer who slammed Lich Vu to the ground has resigned, police say

An Oklahoma City police officer, caught on camera slamming a 71-year-old man to the ground during an October traffic stop, has resigned.

Oklahoma City, OK · 2025-03-19

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Oklahoma bill aims to crack down on distracted driving across the state

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Oklahoma lawmakers are discussing a bill that aims to crack down on distracted driving across the state. The Bill would expand the state’s existing laws on texting while driving adding language that restricts cell phone usage entirely in designated high-risk areas. The bill would let...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-18

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Health officials warn of measles exposure at multiple Oklahoma businesses

The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) confirmed two probable measles cases Friday, adding to concerns over a growing outbreak in the Southwest. Officials warn that individuals may have been exposed at the following locations in Owasso and Claremore: Kohl's : 12405 E. 96th St. N, Owasso on Feb. 27, between 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.​ Aldi : 9259 N. Owasso Expressway, Owasso on Feb. 27, between 4:20 p.m. and 7 p.m.​ Walmart Supercenter : 12101 E. 96th St. N, Owasso on Feb. 27, between 5:15 p.m. and 8 p.m.​ Sam's Club : 12905 E. 96th St. N. Owasso...

Claremore, OK · 2025-03-18

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Authorities respond to machete attack overnight, search continues

Authorities are investigating a machete attack overnight leaving one person injured.

Oklahoma City, OK · 2025-03-19

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Another Wind Storm Will Impact Oklahoma Tuesday Evening Into Wednesday

Residents across Oklahoma will want to secure their trampolines and watch out for falling trees Tuesday evening and into Wednesday afternoon as another windstorm is expected to sweep through the state. The upcoming windstorm won't be as strong as the one from March 14, but gusts could reach 70 miles per hour.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-18