Oklahoma City requires roofing permits for single-family homes and duplexes starting August 1, as part of a new ordinance to ensure safety and code compliance.

Norman, Oklahoma will enhance city communications with a personalized email system through Granicus' GovDelivery starting August 1, allowing residents to select topics of interest.

Edmond's various departments are moving to a new City Hall to streamline operations and improve efficiency. The transition may temporarily affect in-person services, so residents should verify availability.

Three arrested in Oklahoma after a child abuse investigation led to shooting; Tyler Valdez charged with sexual abuse, Krista Fizer and Wayland Martin charged with shooting with intent to kill.

Oklahoma Department of Corrections takes over the Lawton Correctional Facility, now the Red Rock Correctional Center, ending private prison use, signaling a shift towards rehabilitation and public oversight.

Beef prices are soaring due to drought in Oklahoma and concurrent agricultural challenges, leading to the smallest cattle inventory in decades and no quick recovery in sight.

Two Oklahoma City residents were sentenced for mail and bank fraud where they altered and cashed stolen checks, ordered to pay $177,964.74 in restitution.

A Mexican national was sentenced to over five years for illegally reentering the US after removal, with prior drug convictions influencing the sentence.

Austin Dodson won the True North Award after saving an unconscious driver's life by calling emergency services during his shift in Lawton, as reported by the City of Lawton.

Edmond Tree Grants program is offering free trees to local neighborhoods, public schools, and residents to enhance greenery and has associated benefits as stated by Urban Forester Leigh Martin. Applications are open until supplies last.

Oklahoma City is experiencing traffic delays due to repairs on the eastbound NW Expressway near Council Road, with lanes reduced to a single lane for the coming week.

Jones PD officers completed an 8-hour tactical training at Jones High School, led by the Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office, focusing on building clearance and safe response to emergencies.

The Oklahoma County Jail Trust faced backlash for miscommunicating its financial status, leading to Trustee Scobey demanding an apology for the undue panic caused by the false bankruptcy alarm.