A McAlester resident pled guilty to felony assault with a dangerous weapon, a case resulting from the cooperation between local and federal agencies. Sentencing awaits a presentence report.

Inmate Bryan Tewanema was convicted for possessing a "shank" at the Federal Transfer Center in Oklahoma City, as detailed by the U.S. Attorney's Office.

A boil order is in effect in Stratford, Oklahoma, due to E. coli found in the water supply, with residents advised to boil water or use bottled alternatives.

Three suspects were arrested in SW Oklahoma City for stealing an ATM after compelling a store owner's help and a subsequent car chase involving a helicopter. A baby was found in their car, and the ATM was later recovered.

An Oklahoma City officer was charged with aggravated assault and battery after an altercation with an elderly man, captured on bodycam, resulted in serious injuries.

Marietta resident Jukobie Allen Ramsey, 22, pleaded guilty to sexual exploitation of a child and awaits sentencing following an investigation by the FBI and Love County Sheriff's Office.

Wells Fargo expands its Homebuyer Access grant program to 12 new metro areas, offering a $10,000 down payment assistance to foster homeownership in underserved communities.

Comedian Nate Bargatze announces his 2025 Big Dumb Eyes World Tour, including dates in Tulsa and Oklahoma City, with tickets going on sale in December.

Oklahoma City Police Officer Shamar Kitchens was arrested on charges including rape and released on bond the next day. He is on paid leave pending an investigation.

A woman died after her car was hit by a man fleeing police in Oklahoma City. The man, suspected of DUI, initiated a pursuit and crashed into the victim's car.

The National Weather Service forecasts a sunny weekend for Oklahoma with temperatures in the mid-50s and wind shifts, along with a consistent pattern of clear skies and mild temperatures into the following week.

Oklahoma City's Hefner Water Treatment Plant is undergoing a $44 million upgrade, improving ozone disinfection and capacity, with brief changes in water taste/smell but no safety issues.

UPS is laying off 286 workers due to a partial closure of its Oklahoma City facility, with an additional 18 staff affected. The layoffs are part of a modernization effort and will begin on January 15, 2025.