Norman residents experienced a delay in Monday's yard waste pickup due to staffing issues with the City Sanitation Department. The city advised via its website to leave waste out until collected.

The American Virtual Academy was denied access to Oklahoma's Parental Choice Tax Credit program for failing to meet eligibility requirements such as having a physical Oklahoma location and the necessary accreditation.

The Osage Nation ranch has reported stolen and dead cattle, with a foreman notifying the ONPD of the loss. Security measures are being considered following this incident.

Senator Adam Pugh honored the late ex-Governor George Nigh for his dedicated service to Oklahoma and his impact on higher education and public service.

Wiley Post Airport in northwest Oklahoma City opened its new runway, celebrated by Rep. Marilyn Stark as beneficial for local infrastructure and economic growth, also supporting the region's aviation development and future prospects.

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.