US 90 (N. Claiborne Ave) in New Orleans will have partial lane closures due to roadwork on July 27, 2025, from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM, affecting the left westbound lane from Gravier Street to Poydras Street.

Oklahoma City faces a severe heat wave with temperatures nearing 100 degrees and high heat indices, per the National Weather Service. Winds may reach 21 mph. Nights offer little relief, staying in the high 70s.

The University of Oklahoma is searching for a new athletic director following Joe Castiglione's retirement. A committee led by Randall L. Stephenson and including notable figures is tasked with finding a visionary leader for the program.

Oklahoma City announces the grand opening of Dewey Park, featuring amenities such as a walking path and playsets, marking a $3 million neighborhood investment.

Oklahoma City Animal Shelter receives support following a plea to help with overcrowding; Be Kind Rescue Dogs will sponsor adoptions, and an event offers popsicles to visitors.

Inmates at the Cleveland County Detention Center participated in a group baptism, supported by the Norman Bible Church and Oklahoma Jail & Prison Ministries, as part of efforts to foster hope and transformation within the prison.

Oklahoma City faces a heatwave with high humidity and temperatures reaching up to 97°F, offering little relief at night. The NWS advises staying hydrated and checking on vulnerable individuals.

A Ponchatoula man, Lonnie Yancy III, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and could face 5 to 40 years in prison plus fines.

Oklahoma City to experience a succession of sunny, hot days, with the NWS advising residents to stay cool and hydrated as temperatures approach the mid-90s.

A farmer in Jones, Oklahoma, Brad McMichael, was fatally attacked by two water buffalo. The community mourns the experienced livestock handler. Both animals were euthanized by police.

Local authorities and the community in Stillwater swiftly reunited a found child with their family, as communicated by the Stillwater Police Department's social media update.

Oak Creek Public Library hosts a Badger Talk by Alyson Fleming discussing the Arctic ecosystem's changes due to global warming, highlighting policy complexities. The event on August 12 aims to educate about environmental challenges and stewardship.

Two died in a head-on collision between a pick-up truck and a school bus in Norman, OK; the truck's occupants were killed, while the bus passengers had non-fatal injuries.