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.

A forensic audit flagged mismanagement and at least $663,000 in questioned costs, prompting state officials to freeze a local weatherization program while investigators probe.

Oklahoma City Council approved a $1 million film incentive for Black Label Media's 'Project Snake,' which city officials say will shoot mostly in OKC and spend millions locally.

A suspect was arrested after an early-morning clothing-rack fire at the Walmart on Penn and Memorial in northwest Oklahoma City; a second Walmart in Edmond saw a separate blaze. Sprinklers and quick action limited damage at both stores.

Police locked down a southwest Oklahoma City block after a reported shot at a home’s door sparked a standoff near SW 60th and South Douglas. Tactical teams established a perimeter as officers negotiated.

A Vance AFB T‑6 Texan II made an emergency belly landing at McConnell AFB in Wichita; both pilots were uninjured and an investigation is underway.

Greater OKC Chamber endorsed pardoned felon Ferlin Kearns in the GOP primary for Oklahoma County assessor, surprising incumbent Larry Stein.

Six people were indicted after prosecutors say they cashed over 100 fake checks at Walmart stores across Oklahoma, allegedly netting more than $100,000.

A drive-by shooting near Broadway Extension and E Wilshire Blvd left two people hospitalized Monday; police say no arrests have been made.

One person was killed and another hospitalized after a shooting in a SW Oklahoma City apartment parking lot. Police are investigating and seeking tips from witnesses.