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The Oklahoman

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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

Oklahoma · 5h

KFOR

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More than 15,000 plants seized in Clinton marijuana bust

Agents with the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics served a search warrant at a property in Clinton on Thursday as part of an ongoing investigation.

Clinton, OK · 2d

Texoma's Homepage

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A $8 billion dollar data center to be built in Quanah

The commercial clocktower data center project, which is estimated to be $8 billion, will be located at 4628 Four Corners Road.

Quanah, TX · 16h

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This Oklahoma Lake Marina Lives for Fishing, Even Winter Crappie Caught Inside an Enclosed Dock

Some places look like a quick fuel stop from the road, and then they quietly steal your whole afternoon. That is exactly what happens at a friendly little marina tucked along one of Oklahoma’s biggest lakes. People show up for gas or a snack and leave talking about giant...

Oklahoma · 1d
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Oklahoma investigators identify human remains found in Pine Creek Lake

MCCURTAIN COUNTY, Ok. (KTAL/KMSS) - Human remains, discovered in a vehicle pulled from Pine Creek Lake, have been identified as a couple who were reported more than four years ago. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Oklahoma identified the remains as those belonging to 64-year-old Terry Woodman and...

Mccurtain County, OK · 13h

Animal of Things

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Can You Keep a Stray Cat in Oklahoma? What the Law Says

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! If you have found a stray cat in Oklahoma, you probably want to know one thing first: can you keep it? The honest answer is that Oklahoma has no single statewide statute that turns a found cat into your cat after a set number of days. Instead, the rules come from state rabies regulations, state … This article, Can You Keep a Stray Cat in Oklahoma? What the Law Says , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • 18 Popular Cat Breeds in Kentucky: From Maine Coons to Sphynx Cats • Do Massachusetts Laws Require Holding a Stray Cat Before You Can Keep It? • 7 European Cat Breeds That Make Wonderful Family Pets

Oklahoma · 3h

Country Herald

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Oklahoma Sky Watch: Unusual Flashes May Increase by Nov. 17

Fast-moving lights and brilliant fireballs could draw attention across Oklahoma as a meteor shower approaches its peak.

Oklahoma · 4h

We Are Texoma

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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 · 2h

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Oklahoma General Election results show interesting trends

Dick Pryor: This is Capitol Insider - taking you inside politics, policy and government in Oklahoma. I'm Dick Pryor with Quorum Call publisher Shawn Ashley. Shawn, the 2026 General Election is over. And the big story nationally is a dramatic and unexpectedly large surge of Democratic wins. In Oklahoma - no surprise - it was the Republican Party that dominated statewide and House and Senate races. Republicans took every statewide seat, congressional seats and won all the contested state Senate races. Republican Mike Mazzei defeated Democrat Cyndi Munson and three independents to claim the governor's race.

Oklahoma · 2d

Four States Home Page

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Oklahoma public school grades released: Local highs and lows

The Oklahoma State Department of Education released its 2026 Public School Report Cards on Thursday, highlighting mixed performance across Northeast Oklahoma schools.

Craig County, OK · 2d

KFOR

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Oklahoma launching fraud protection program

As fraudsters get more and more creative, Oklahoma is launching a new program looking to teach Oklahomans how they can avoid being taken advantage of through education.

Oklahoma · 2d

KOSU

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Tribal officials sound alarm over two threats that could shrink their authority over sacred sites

A federal agency and a group of legislators are proposing changes to the National Historic Preservation Act. Some tribal officials in Oklahoma say their ancestral and sacred land would be endangered.

Miamisburg, OH · 2d

2 News Oklahoma KJRH Tulsa

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Oklahoma High School Football: Friday Night Live Week 11

Friday Night Live is back with Sports Director Cayden McFarland and Dan Lindblad! Watch 2 News Oklahoma Fridays at 6 p.m. as we broadcast live from our game of the week.

Oklahoma · 2d

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Mandatory boil order issued in Cordell after E. coli found

WASHITA COUNTY, Okla. - The Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality has issued a mandatory boil order for the Cordell Utility Authority in Washita County after detecting E. coli in the drinking water. The order, issued on Nov. 6, requires customers to boil water before using it for drinking, cooking or...

New Cordell, OK · 2d

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OSBI hosts ‘Missing in Oklahoma’ event in Lawton

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Families searching for missing loved ones gathered in Lawton on Sunday for the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation’s “Missing in Oklahoma” event. The event ran from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cameron University. OSBI invited families, friends and local agencies to connect...

Lawton, OK · 1d

The Oklahoman

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Former Oklahoma legislative aide put on probation for role in conspiracy

A former longtime legislative aide at the state Capitol has been put on probation for conspiring in 2025 with then-state Rep. Ajay Pittman to deceive the Oklahoma Ethics Commission with a falsified check. Trena Byas, 57, of Del City, pleaded guilty Oct. 28 to conspiracy to commit a felony, second-degree forgery and violating the state Computer Crimes Act. Under a plea deal, she was put on probation for three years. She also was ordered to pay a $150 judicial assessment, court costs and other fees. Her attorney, Malcolm Savage, said on Nov. 6 she would have no comment. More: State Rep. Ajay Pittman resigns and pleads guilty to three felonies Pittman and Byas were charged with conspiracy, second-degree forgery and the computer crime on Jan. 28 in Oklahoma County District Court. Pittman, D-Oklahoma City, pleaded guilty to all three felonies the same day and resigned from office. Under a plea deal, she was put on probation for seven years. Pittman also is making restitution under the deal, with the funds going to a charity. She was allowed in April to pay $7,858 to the Langston University Foundation in installments. Pittman, 33, was first elected in 2018 and represented House District

Oklahoma · 2d

Willow and Hearth

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Oklahoma Landlord Bet $1,000 Rentals Would Win In A Downturn, But That Is Where The Evictions Are, While His $1,200 To $1,500 Homes Never Cause Problems

Oklahoma City investor Cameron walked into a house his company had just finished evicting, and it did not take long to see what went wrong. In a video for @CamburkeRealEstate, […]

Oklahoma City, OK · 1d

Gourmetory

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In-N-Out May Open Restaurants in 3 New States

In-N-Out owner Lynsi Snyder said Arkansas, Mississippi, and Oklahoma are possible future markets, while the chain still plans an Albuquerque restaurant by 2027. She also said California has lots of future stores slotted.

Oklahoma · 1d

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Mazzei to be governor; SQs fail

Midterm election results have not yet been officially certified, but unofficial results indicate that the voters turned out in mass numbers to elect Mike Mazzei as the new Oklahoma governor and to stop the passage of State Question 847. Love County Election Secretary Carol Wolfe said it was one of...

Love County, OK · 2d

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Dangerous Frost Advisory Issued for 84 Counties in Oklahoma, Arkansas and Missouri as Temperatures Plummet

Frost Advisories are in effect for 84 counties across Oklahoma, Arkansas and Missouri as lows fall into the low to mid 30s early Sunday. The National Weather Service says frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation, and plants left uncovered may be killed. Where the advisories are in effect. Missouri has...

Missouri · 1d