Scientists from the University of Oklahoma discovered that the hormone FGF21 may reverse fatty liver disease by signaling the brain to initiate liver repair, a finding that may lead to new treatments.

State Senator Warren Hamilton commends the approval of Brian Lott for another term on the Board of Regents of Eastern Oklahoma State College, highlighting his leadership and commitment to education.

The Oklahoma House of Representatives has passed bills to improve economic growth and workforce strategy, including incentives for private-sector innovation, coordination of workforce initiatives, and enhancing work-based learning programs.

Oklahoma law closes a loophole, making school resource officers and security guards subject to the same sexual misconduct rules as other school employees.

Governor vetoes Oklahoma bill aimed to improve breast cancer screening accessibility; Senator Stanley expresses disappointment, vows to keep advocating for affordable healthcare.

A boy, 6, was mauled to death by dogs in Lexington. Despite attempts to save him, he died after the family's five dogs, two with blood on them, were surrendered for euthanasia. An investigation is ongoing.

Martin Park marks its 50th anniversary with a rededication ceremony and festivities on May 10, featuring activities for all ages, planting events, speeches, and a volunteer award ceremony.

Authorities recovered a body identified as Earl Sykes, a 73-year-old Logan County man, from Arcadia Lake. The recovery followed a Silver Alert for his disappearance. The identification awaits the Medical Examiner's confirmation.

Oklahoma Rep. Tom Gann and lawmakers can appeal against a utility rate increase following the state Supreme Court's decision, despite Oklahoma Ethics Commission's earlier dismissal of a related complaint.

Oklahoma City Council has named a soccer complex after C.B. Cameron, recognizing his family's philanthropy in local park initiatives. The complex will receive a $25 million upgrade through MAPS 4 funds.

A shooting at The Collective bar in Oklahoma City left nine injured, with seven gunshot victims. The incident, occurring during a Cinco de Mayo celebration, prompted a 15-minute effort by police to control the chaotic scene.

Oklahoma's Senate Bill 870, aimed at protecting youth in juvenile detention by mandating sexual misconduct reporting and imposing severe penalties for non-compliance, awaits the governor's signature.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for parts of Oklahoma and northern Texas due to ongoing rains and storms, with a potential for high accumulations and flooding.