Norman approved a tighter 2026–27 budget as flat sales‑tax receipts forced cuts and a freeze on baseline pay increases. The plan protects core services while staff monitor revenues.

Showers and thunderstorms are likely before 1 p.m. Sunday in Oklahoma City; highs near 75°F today before a midweek warm-up.

Two incidents this week prompted the Oklahoma County Bomb Squad response. Sheriff Tommie Johnson III says call 911 and don’t move suspected explosive devices.

The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics transferred six horses seized in a May 20 traffic stop that uncovered 160 kilos of cocaine to Blaze's Tribute Equine Rescue for care and rehabilitation.

GRDA reversed course on retiring Unit 2 at the Grand River Energy Center after a $28.5M DOE award, choosing upgrades officials say will shore up reliability while new capacity is built.

A 73-year-old Altus-area man died after his boat capsized at Lugert Lake this week. Authorities found his body near Horses Head Mountain and the Oklahoma Highway Patrol is investigating.

Police released photos after a Sunday stabbing in northwest Oklahoma City and have asked the public to help identify a suspect.

A weekend crash sent a car into a 20-foot concrete spillway near NW 35th and May Avenue, leaving one person dead and two others hospitalized, officials say.

The Kiowa Anquoe family led a drum ceremony at the National Native American Hall of Fame opening in Oklahoma City, marking the Sundial Mansion's debut as the Hall's new home.

A 43-year-old Broken Bow man died Sunday after a two-vehicle crash on U.S. 70 at Canoe Road; state troopers are investigating.

Heavy showers and thunderstorms are likely Saturday with a Flood Watch through Sunday. Expect localized flooding and gusty storms.

A garage fire destroyed a Yukon home and displaced 12 people, including eight children. Neighbors have organized a meal train and fundraiser to help the family recover.

A 57‑year‑old rider died after his motorcycle was rear‑ended on the Muskogee Turnpike Thursday morning; troopers say the bike stopped suddenly and the crash is under investigation.