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Q&A: TPS cancels partnership with Reading Partners Tulsa
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Reading Partners Tulsa says it was surprised to learn Tulsa Public Schools was canceling its partnership after twelve years. The program is designed to help students learn to read. They say they would like to move into more districts, but they say they can't do that without more volunteers.
on Thu, 3AM
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Bartlesville’s Price Tower set for auction in May 2025 following bankruptcy
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The Price Tower in Bartlesville, a Frank Lloyd Wright designed skyscraper, is set to be auctioned in May after months of uncertainties about the tower's future.
on Wed, 3AM
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Officials release 'alarming' marijuana study findings in Oklahoma
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A press conference was held Friday afternoon at the OBN Headquarters, where officials discussed "alarming" data from a comprehensive study on marijuana in Oklahoma.
on Fri, 10PM
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Union Public Schools faces bus driver shortage, parents express outrage
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Union Public Schools has announced that starting Monday, several bus routes will be suspended due to a severe shortage of bus drivers. The district says it has tried multiple solutions, including having staff drive buses, but is now unable to provide full transportation service. Parents are...
on Fri, 3PM
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E-ZPass scam: How to protect yourself from "smishing" and other types of fraud
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A recent nationwide scam involving E-ZPass has caught the country's attention. Here's what to do when you receive one, how to spot the scams, and how to protect yourself.
on Mar 25
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REAL ID: What Oklahomans need to know before the deadline in May
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Starting May 7, 2025, Oklahoma residents must have a REAL ID-compliant license to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities. Over 1.8 million REAL IDs have already been issued in the state.
on Mar 21
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Former Megachurch Pastor Robert Morris turns self in, bonds out of Osage County jail
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Robert Preston Morris, a former pastor of Gateway Church in Texas, was booked and released on bond from the Osage County jail on Monday.
on Mar 18
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Stillwater wakes to smoke and uncertainty after devastating wildfires
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Stillwater residents are waking up to find police blocking off neighborhoods as the mandatory evacuation order remains in place.
on Mar 15
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Emergency Officials track wildfires as power outages top 70,000
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News 9's Matt McCabe is at the Emergency Operations Center, where officials are tracking fires and issuing evacuation orders.
on Mar 15
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Oklahoma School for the Deaf wins national cheerleading competition
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The cheerleading team at the Oklahoma School for the Deaf is back home as national champs. They placed first at the national championship in New York over the weekend.
on Mar 14
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Oklahoma fire danger: How rural fire departments prepare for days of extreme danger
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Oklahoma faces extreme fire danger, prompting rural fire departments to prepare. Officials advise against burning debris, urging residents to seek alternatives. Evacuation orders should be followed, and concerns about pets or neighbors should be reported to law enforcement.
on Mar 13
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Oklahoma Supreme Court freezes Bible-buying plan for public schools
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The Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled Monday the state government must stop requesting bids for a plan to purchase Bibles for public schools.
on Mar 11
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Protestors rally outside Tesla dealership in Tulsa over federal job cuts
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A group of protesters gathered outside a Tesla dealership in Tulsa on Saturday, opposing Elon Musk’s involvement in recent federal workforce cuts.
on Mar 9
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On Thursday, the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals refused to dismiss the traffic ticket and sentence for Keith Stitt that he got in Tulsa three years ago.
on Mar 7
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Oklahoma Insurance Department to launch OKReady, providing grants to protect homes
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The Oklahoma Insurance Department is launching OKReady on Monday, offering homeowners up to $10,000 in funding to strengthen their homes against severe weather.
on Mar 4
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Federal offices closing across Oklahoma under Trump cost-cutting plan
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Nearly a dozen locations of federal offices in Oklahoma have fallen under the sights of President Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency, led by tech billionaire Elon Musk.
on Feb 28
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Haskell foster father faces child neglect charge; Wife’s case dismissed
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A Haskell foster father appeared in court Tuesday on a felony child neglect charge after video showed his foster daughter standing outside in the cold wearing only pajamas with no shoes and socks last week.
on Feb 26
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Controversial bill withdrawn following backlash, OK senator 'regrets' the turmoil
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Oklahoma Sen. Dusty Deevers (R-Elgin) withdrew Senate Bill 1017 one day after he introduced it, according to his post on X.
on Feb 6
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Walmart broccoli sold in Oklahoma labeled as potentially deadly by FDA
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The FDA says recalled broccoli florets sold at Walmart stores in Oklahoma are potentially deadly.
on Feb 5
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Oklahoma lawmakers react to Gov. Stitt’s push for tax cuts, tribal leaders notice what’s missing
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Gov. Kevin Stitt’s push for a state income tax cut is getting mixed reactions. Republicans support the move, while Democrats warn of budget risks. Meanwhile, tribal leaders took notice—Stitt didn’t mention tribes at all in his speech.
on Feb 4
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Man arrested after breaking into Xcapery Escape Room in Downtown Tulsa
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Police arrested a man after he allegedly broke into an escape room business and threw glass objects at officers during his arrest.
on Jan 30
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Supreme Court to review case for US’s first publicly funded religious charter school in Oklahoma
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The Supreme Court agreed Friday to take on a new culture war dispute: whether the nation’s first publicly funded religious charter school should be allowed to open in Oklahoma.
on Jan 25
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Muscogee Nation Accepting Applications For Energy Assistance Program
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The Muscogee Nation is taking applications for its low-income home energy assistance program.
on Jan 25
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Muscogee Nation 'State of the Nation' address scheduled Saturday
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Muscogee Nation Principal Chief David Hill is set to deliver the tribe's 'State of the Nation' address on Saturday.
on Jan 25
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QuikTrip revives 'Quittin' Time Beer' with Marshall Brewing Company
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QuikTrip is relaunching its "Quittin' Time Premium Beer," originally introduced in 1977, with a public launch party at Marshall Brewing’s Tulsa taproom.
on Jan 25
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Oklahoma State Sen. Regina Goodwin was pulled over for allegedly running two stop signs. Bodycam footage shows a tense interaction with deputies, which escalated before she was ticketed and released. Mayor Nichols and other officials stopped by to check on her during the incident.
on Jan 23
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Oklahoma's Own In Focus: Wilson High students wearing ankle monitors while playing basketball
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Two Wilson High School basketball players, arrested for robbery, are being permitted to play while wearing ankle monitors. School officials and parents from opposing school districts have raised concerns over the students being allowed to participate in the upcoming tournament. News On 6 took an...
on Jan 22
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Software Provider Used In Some Oklahoma Schools Target Of Cybersecurity Attack
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PowerSchool, a software used in some school districts across the state, is investigating a data breach that leaked sensitive information on users. Most districts say there were not impacted by the Dec. 2024 hack.
on Jan 15
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Broken Arrow Schools Implement Temporary Lockout After Online Threat; Police Say No Credible Threat
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Broken Arrow Public Schools enacted a temporary lockout after receiving an anonymous online threat. Police believe the threat to be a hoax but remain on campus to ensure safety.
on Dec 26
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Gov. Stitt Addresses Unexplained Drone Activity; Announces Plan To Deploy Detection Systems
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Governor Kevin Stitt announced Oklahoma will implement UAS detection systems in response to mysterious drone activity, intending to enhance public safety near critical infrastructure amid growing national concerns.
on Dec 17
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The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals has vacated a district court's ruling in the Muscogee Nation's fight for the sacred burial site Hickory Ground in Alabama. The Muscogee Nation says this recent court decision means tribal members still have a chance to fight for justice for their ancestors.
on Dec 8
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Ryan Walters Requires Oklahoma Students To Watch Prayer Video, Some Districts Opt Out
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State Superintendent Ryan Walters emailed every Oklahoma superintendent, saying he's requiring all Oklahoma schools to play a roughly 90-second video to all enrolled children and send it to their parents. District leaders said there was a recall notification sent after the first email, followed...
on Nov 15
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GT Bynum Announces Transfer Of Council Oak, Stickball Parks To Muscogee Nation
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Tulsa Mayor GT Bynum announced the agreement to transfer the Council Oak and Stickball Parks ownership to the Muscogee Nation on Saturday.
on Nov 10
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Storms With Tornadoes Up To EF-3 Rating Injure 11 In Oklahoma, Leave Behind Path Of Destruction
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Tornadoes hit Oklahoma, leaving extensive damage, power outages, and at least 11 injuries as cleanup efforts begin. Follow News 9 for more updates.
on Nov 4
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Man Killed In Shooting Involving Tulsa Police: 'He Put Officers In Danger'
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Tulsa Police say they shot a man after he pointed a gun at officers while he was having a mental health crisis.
on Oct 29
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Oklahoma Ranks 2nd To Last In Nation With Average ACT Score Of 17.6
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Oklahoma ranks second to last with an average score of 17.6, while Washington, D.C.'s graduating class of 2024 had the highest average score in the U.S. with 26.7.
on Oct 28
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New Poll Shows Trump Leading In Oklahoma Ahead Of Election
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With less than two weeks until the presidential election, new polling shows little change in Oklahoma’s political landscape, with former President Donald Trump maintaining a strong lead over Vice President Kamala Harris.
on Oct 25
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5 Sent To Hospital In Crash Near 21st And Yorktown
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Five people are sent to the hospital after Tulsa firefighters say a man having a diabetic emergency hit an ambulance and four other cars.
on Oct 24
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'It's One-Of-A-Kind': Tulsa Prepares For Annual Native American Day Celebration
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Tulsa's annual Native American Day celebration on Oct. 14 features a large parade, tribal leaders, and cultural education opportunities.
on Oct 9
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Oklahoma Watch: State Education Department Seeks Bids For 55,000 Classroom Bibles
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The Oklahoma State Department of Education is seeking bids for 55,000 Bibles for classrooms with specific requirements. But bid documents indicate they can only be met by versions endorsed by former President Donald Trump, raising concerns about competition and legality.
on Oct 4
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'It's All For Money:' Muscogee Nation Seeks Justice After Ancestral Remains Dug Up For Casino
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Muscogee Nation leaders demand justice after graves of 57 ancestors were disturbed for casino construction.
on Sep 19
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New Statistics Report 3% Decrease In U.S. Birth Rates
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The CDC released new data that shows in 2023, the number of women giving birth went down, and health experts said the U.S. is experiencing historically low numbers.
on Sep 13
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2 Guns Found At Separate Green Country Schools, Students Detained
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The same day a school shooting claimed four lives at a high school in Atlanta, Georgia, two guns were found on two separate Green Country high school campuses — one at Union High School and another at Sapulpa High School. Both students were detained, and no one was injured.
on Sep 7
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‘This Is Not Standard Issue’: 1969 Pontiac Firebird Transformed Into Tulsa County Sheriff Cruiser
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When you think of law enforcement vehicles, a Ford Explorer or Dodge Charger might come to mind, but one Tulsa County Sheriff's Office Captain is turning heads with his ride.
on Aug 11
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Harris Campaign Expected To Announce Running Mate Tuesday Morning
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Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign is expected to officially announce her running mate sometime Tuesday morning, followed by a campaign video that will be released before their Philadelphia rally the same day, according to multiple people familiar with the selection process.
on Aug 5
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Oklahomans React To New Official License Plate Design
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People have mixed reactions to the new state license plate that will be available September 1. Some say they like the new design, while others are wondering why it needed to change.
on Aug 5
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Members Of Tulsa Police Head To Milwaukee To Help With RNC Security
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Members of the Tulsa Police Special Response team are headed to Milwaukee to help with security during the Republican National Convention next week.
on Jul 13
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Tulsa Radio Station Works To Preserve Large, Rare Music Collection
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Radio IDL is responsible for one of the largest Blues and Black history sheet music collections in the nation. Now work is being done to archive and digitalize them.
on Jul 11
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Oklahoma State Department Of Education Launches Truth Social Account
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The State Department of Education has an official account on Truth Social, the social media platform launched by former President Donald Trump.
on Jun 26
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Cherokee Nation Enrolls Thousands Of Families Into Nutrition Card Program To Curb Child Hunger
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The Cherokee Nation is hoping to curb child hunger this summer by enrolling thousands of families in their nutrition card program.
on Jun 24