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New Matthew McConaughey movie scored by Texoma native

CALERA, Okla. (KXII) - A new movie with a star-studded cast has strong ties to Texoma. News 12 had the pleasure of speaking with the man behind the score about what made this movie so special. Chronicling a honey farmer’s journey with his foster daughter, “The Rivals of Amziah King”...

Calera, OK · 2025-03-18

ABC News

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'Hero' father dies while saving his young son in wildfire

An Oklahoma father is being remembered as a hero after officials say he died while trying to save his son in wildfires that ravaged the state last week. Allen Ferguson, a "beloved" youth wrestling coach from Chandler, died from injuries sustained in the wildfires, Oklahoma House Rep. Jim Shaw said. Ferguson "tragically lost his life while trying to save his son, Will, who remains in critical condition," Shaw said in a statement on Monday. "Allen was a hero, and his dedication to his family and our community will never be forgotten," the statement continued. MORE: Fire danger continues for...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-18

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NOAA's Storm Prediction Center facility among planned DOGE cuts

Despite the deadly storms over the weekend , one of the core government facilities tracking severe thunderstorms and tornadoes, is listed on the website of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency as one with a planned office closure. The Storm Prediction Center -- one of several entities housed at the National Weather Center in Norman, Oklahoma -- issues severe weather forecasts across the nation and identifies threat zones where dangerous thunderstorms and tornadoes could move through days in advance. A spokesperson with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration -- the federal agency that studies and reports on the oceans,...

Norman, OK · 2025-03-17

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Texas House Representative files bill to abolish Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

AUSTIN, Texas – A Texas House Representative has filed a bill to abolish the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and transfer its functions and duties to other state agencies. State Rep. Pat Curry, who represents Texas House District 56 near Waco, filed the bill on Thursday. HB 4938, if...

Austin, TX · 2025-03-16

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Ryan Walters used his official-looking X account to support Trump. It cost him $5K to settle ethics complaint.

State schools Superintendent Ryan Walters has agreed to pay a $5,000 settlement after being accused of ethics violations for pushing for President Donald Trump's election on a social media account with his official title. The Oklahoma Ethics Commission said in its settlement agreement with Walters that "there is no evidence" that the Republican knowingly intended to violate any ethics rules. The Ethics Commission voted 5-0 on Thursday to settle three cases against Walters over his social media posts in support of Trump. It also voted 5-0 to sue Walters in Oklahoma County District Court over alleged campaign finance violations....

Oklahoma · 2025-03-17

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Search warrant executed at Lawton motel leads to arrest of seven individuals after an investigation into local fentanyl trafficking

Lawton, OK – Lawton police arrested seven individuals following an investigation into fentanyl trafficking and a robbery that involved an assault with a firearm. Detectives with the Lawton Police Department’s Special Operations Unit began their investigation on March 7, 2025, after identifying Thomas Carter, a known fentanyl trafficker, as a suspect in a recent robbery within city limits. The robbery involved a man being assaulted with a pistol.

Lawton, OK · 2025-03-16

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OK Governor Loses Ranch in Weekend Fires

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt is among those who lost property during the weekend fires. Stitt was traveling the state to inspect fire damage near Stillwater and Mannford before traveling to Luther to check on his own property. The Governor’s ranch, located northeast of Oklahoma City was a total loss. Despite the damage, Stitt says he remains optimistic and confident that Oklahomans will be able to rebuild.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-17

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Gov. Kevin Stitt boasts about DOGE-OK savings, lawmakers worry about staff cuts and redundancy

Among the governor's touted DOGE-OK wins are pulling state fleet vehicles and cell phones from service, retrofitting light bulbs across state buildings, automated lawnmowers at the state capitol and cutting the state procurement team at a key state agency in half, and replacing them with AI software. It's that last bit that worries Democratic House minority leader Rep. Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-17

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Rig numbers increase in Oklahoma due to growth in oil and gas exploration

Western Oklahoma’s Granite Wash was one of only two oil plays in the U.S. to record increased rig activity over the past week. The Baker Hughes weekly rig count showed there was an increase in drilling in the play. Two rigs were added over the past week increasing the count to 10 rigs.

Oklahoma · 2025-03-17

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5 dead, 11 injured after 17 vehicle pileup in Texas; suspect in custody

AUSTIN (Gray News) - A man is facing several charges after five people were killed in a 17-vehicle pileup, including a semi-truck in Texas, authorities said. Austin Police arrested and charged 37-year-old Solomun Weldekeal Araya with five counts of intoxication manslaughter. The crash happened on Thursday, March 13, at around...

Austin, TX · 2025-03-15

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Oklahoma schools chief urges Lee Greenwood Bible donations after court blocks holy book

Ryan Walters, the Oklahoma superintendent of schools, appeared in an advertisement for Lee Greenwood's "God Bless the USA" Bible and urged donations of the holy book to schools despite the state Supreme Court's order blocking its purchase. During a Monday interview sponsored by Greenwood's Bible sales, Walters told Real America's Voice that the book should be in the classroom for historical reasons. "You know, first of all, the Supreme Court has issued a stay here on some of our Bibles and the materials around the Bibles because we also have lesson plans that we want to coincide with these Bib...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-17

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State Superintendent Ryan Walters settlement agreement with Oklahoma Ethics Commission

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. (KOKH) — State Superintendent Ryan Walters and the Oklahoma Ethics Commission entered into a settlement agreement regarding social media posts. The commission investigated a complaint about posts Walters made relating to the 2024 Presidential election and his support for then-presidential candidate Donald Trump. Ethics rules prohibit...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-17

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Kids using litter boxes in school? Texas FURRIES bill seeks to stop 'non-human' behavior

SAN ANTONIO - A new bill has been proposed to prevent the alleged "non-human" behavior at Texas schools, and it has the Governor's backing. H.B. No. 4814, otherwise known as the Forbidding Unlawful Representation of Roleplaying in Education, or F.U.R.R.I.E.S. Act, was introduced officially into the Texas House of Representatives Rep. Stan Gerdez of District 17.

Texas · 2025-03-15

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Latest Oklahoma wildfire update reveals 4 dead, 142 injured across state

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KSWO) - In an update released by the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management (OEM), four deaths across the state have been confirmed due to high winds and fires. The deaths come from four separate counties including Lincoln, Garfield, Haskell and Pawnee. According to OEM, 142 injuries have...

Oklahoma · 2025-03-16

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Shooting in NW OKC send one person to hospital

One person is in the hospital after a shooting in NW Oklahoma City on Sunday evening.

Oklahoma City, OK · 2025-03-16