A federal judge on March 3 sentenced Jose Melgar‑Rivas to 78 months for dragging and injuring an ICE officer during a July traffic stop in Oklahoma City.

A Union City traffic stop in September 2024 led to the seizure of fentanyl, meth and 28 firearms. In February a federal judge sentenced Michael and Sarah Miller to a combined 16 years.

La Buca, a new Tuscan‑leaning restaurant in Paseo, opened with handmade pastas, tableside tiramisu and a late‑night DJ lounge. The menu rotates monthly.

Cloudy Monday gives way to a sharp warmup Tuesday with gusty winds and a chance of strong storms.

Showers and a few strong storms are possible this afternoon and evening. Expect gusty winds, brief heavy rain and localized hail.

Clear, mild Saturday in Oklahoma City with highs near 80°F; spotty storms possible and a more active Sunday.

Norman’s superintendent says the district will protect students’ First Amendment rights while prioritizing safety after a wave of ICE‑related walkouts and amid fallout from Ryan Walters’ tenure. The board renewed Migliorino’s contract amid local debate.

Sunny and warm today with highs near 79°F. Storm chances increase Saturday night; avoid outdoor burning where winds are gusty.

Clear, mild Thursday with highs near 73°F through Saturday; a cold front late Saturday may bring showers and thunderstorms into Sunday.

The Choctaw Tribal Council passed CB‑27‑26 and Chief Gary Batton signed it, updating Section 151 to state non‑Indians may be prosecuted within Choctaw territory where federal law permits.

Three people were hurt in an early‑morning shooting in Norman; injuries are believed to be non‑life‑threatening and detectives are investigating. Police ask anyone with tips to call.

A woman was struck and killed after stepping onto northbound I-44 near Southwest 134th Street; Oklahoma City police are investigating the death as a possible suicide.

Rep. Chris Kannady filed to run for Oklahoma attorney general, joining Jon Echols and Jeff Starling in a growing GOP primary to replace Gentner Drummond.