USSSA permanently banned an Oklahoma youth coach after video showed an 11U pitcher throw a fastball into an opposing dugout at a Kansas City tournament. The player was suspended five years.

President Trump endorsed Mike Mazzei on Truth Social, giving the former state senator a late, high‑profile boost as Oklahoma’s June 16 GOP primary approaches.

Oklahoma Attorney General agents raided a downtown grow, hauling off nearly 3,200 plants and 440 pounds of processed marijuana. Five people were taken into custody.

Pottawatomie County prosecutors opened an investigation after a 2025 whistleblower complaint alleging financial misconduct at the Shawnee Hospital Authority.

Ocean Hudson pleaded guilty to multiple felonies after bodycam showed him stabbing Edmond officer Caleb Hodam during a May 1 traffic stop. Sentencing is set for July 22.

An Oklahoma City man was arrested in Stephens County and now faces multiple felony charges, court records show.

Every medic at Burns Flat EMS says they'll resign effective June 1, citing burnout and extremely low pay. Neighboring Sinor EMS will cover the town temporarily while leaders seek a permanent fix.

Emergency doctors in Oklahoma say ATV, UTV and neighborhood vehicle injuries are rising; hospitals and Safe Kids partners are expanding free safety clinics and urging DOT‑rated helmets.

Hawaiian Bros opened a new Norman restaurant with T‑shirts, gift cards and a chance at meals for a year for early guests. The grand opening drew a morning crowd.

A new poll of 401 Oklahoma business leaders finds optimism for hiring but widespread worry about workforce, education and infrastructure.

An early-morning shooting near SE 44th and Anderson sent one person to the hospital while police searched for a suspect.

Oklahoma has gone 24 days without a confirmed tornado as of May 22, 2026, an unusual lull after a busy April. Forecasters credit a Pacific pattern shift but warn the break could end quickly.

Four people, ages 18–20, were killed after a wrong‑way driver struck their car on I‑40 near Czech Hall Road early Friday. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is investigating.