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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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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

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Oklahoma Sheriff Got a Judge to Title a Stolen ATV to His Office the Same Day, Then Cited Repair Costs for Keeping It

Stacey McCurry of Stillwater, Oklahoma, is suing the Grady County Sheriff’s Office for an ATV that was stolen in Payne County in 2020. The office’s reason for not handing it back, as KGOU reported it, is that a judge has already titled the machine to the county and the county paid to fix it.

Grady County, OK · 2d
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Oklahoma homeowners 65 and older can freeze taxable home value by filing with the assessor by March 15, and Oklahoma County lists a $99,000 income cap for 2026

Oklahoma homeowners who are 65 or older can lock in the taxable value of their home by filing with the county assessor between Jan. 1 and March 15. The Oklahoma County Assessor lists a household income cap of $99,000 for 2026 on that senior valuation freeze, up from $89,500 the year before. The freeze holds […] The post Oklahoma homeowners 65 and older can freeze taxable home value by filing with the assessor by March 15, and Oklahoma County lists a $99,000 income cap for 2026 appeared first on The Money Overview .

Oklahoma County, OK · 2d

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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

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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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Former State Capital Status Sets This Quiet Oklahoma Town Apart From Other Small Towns

A town of about 10,000 people popped up in a single afternoon. Then it got to be the capital, first of a territory and then of a brand-new state. Three years later, voters moved the capital away. As it happens, losing that title turned into a strange kind of luck....

Guthrie, OK · 3d

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Hole in Oklahoma County Jail wall visible to public as repairs move up priority list

It's not the first time inmates have damaged walls inside the Oklahoma County Jail.

Oklahoma County, OK · 1d

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Over a Century Old, Chandler’s Stone Armory Now Tells Route 66 Stories in Oklahoma

Some of the best stops in Oklahoma are the ones you almost drive right past. A sturdy red stone building sits quietly off the old highway, looking more like a fort than a museum. Step inside, though, and you can watch road trip films from a vintage car seat or...

Chandler, OK · 2d

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Veterans groups protest as Oklahoma set to execute death row inmate James Pavatt Thursday

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — With less than 24 hours until his scheduled execution, death row inmate James Pavatt is drawing renewed attention from activists who say his military service and questions about the case should prompt Oklahoma to halt the lethal injection. Pavatt is set to be executed...

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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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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

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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

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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

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OBNDD case results in charges here; special prosecutor appointed

District Attorney Mark Matloff has filed a string of felony drug charges against a doctor and a nurse following an investigation by the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs (OBN), McCurtain County District Court records show. The case involves local activity, but an Edmond doctor, Dr. Nitin Sawheny, M.D.,...

Edmond, OK · 1d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 1d

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Wellston student brings wins ribbons at Tulsa State Fair

A Wellston teenager brought home several ribbons, including Best of Breed, at the Tulsa State Fair Rabbit Show last month, according to a press release. Emilie Keeter, 17 and a senior at Insight School of Oklahoma, competed at the fair’s Rabbit Show on Oct. 10. She received Best of Breed and second in re serve with her palomino buck and second place with her mini lop doe, the release said.

Wellston, OK · 20h

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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...

Edmond, OK · 1d