Gusty northeast winds and a Red Flag Warning hit Oklahoma City Friday, March 27, 2026. Secure outdoor items and avoid burning while conditions last.

House Bill 2959 passed the Oklahoma House unanimously, requiring schools to notify law enforcement within 24 hours of allegations against staff. The bill now heads to the Senate.

Oklahoma's House approved HB 3660 to legalize natural organic reduction, allowing licensed facilities to convert human remains into soil under new state rules. The bill now heads to the Senate.

A Red Flag Warning and strong winds hit Oklahoma City Thursday. Avoid outdoor burning and secure loose outdoor gear before the afternoon gusts arrive.

Temperatures will spike into the 90s and a Fire Weather Watch is in effect Thursday; avoid outdoor burning and secure yard items.

A federal civil‑rights suit over a 2023 Lawton jail death alleges ignored medical needs. Wagoner County's $13.5M settlement shows the potential stakes for local taxpayers.

Clear morning gives way to a fast warm‑up. Highs near 76 today and low 90s midweek; fire danger rises Thursday–Friday.

OKC beat Philadelphia 123-103 as Jalen Williams returned and the Thunder stretched their winning streak to 12 games.

OSBI says a man was arrested after his twin sister and her 17-year-old daughter were found shot at a Poteau home; the suspect was captured near Atlanta and faces two counts of first-degree murder.

Oklahoma linebacker Owen Heinecke sued the NCAA after the association denied a waiver, arguing a brief 2021 lacrosse cameo shouldn’t have cost him a season. A hearing is set for April 16.

The Oklahoma National Guard joined nine volunteer fire departments to battle a wildfire near Chelsea that officials said scorched several hundred acres; crews report about half contained.

Police found one person shot near NW 30th and Western late Saturday; detectives have the area sealed and are investigating. Authorities are asking for tips.

Oklahoma hosts Idaho at Lloyd Noble in the NCAA first round Friday at 9 p.m. CT as the No. 4 Sooners (24-7) try to use home-court advantage early in the bracket.