Norman residents can attend a meeting on February 4 to discuss a Public Safety Allocation Study about the Norman Police and Fire Departments by Matrix Group Consulting. The study addresses growth and public safety planning.

Oklahoma City Police reported a homicide involving Carol Elaine Watkins, stabbed allegedly by her son Odis, who was detained and charged with second-degree murder.

The Oklahoma State Department of Education is investigating abuse allegations at Hugo Public Schools, with implicated employees suspended during the probe.

Oklahoma City forecast predicts sunny weather with comfortable temperatures, reaching highs up to 78 degrees and lows around 34 degrees throughout the week.

Oklahoma Senator Julia Kirt has filed bills to improve statewide housing accessibility, including the formation of a Workforce Housing Commission and allocating municipal funds for housing strategies.

Oklahoma Rep. Judd Strom introduced a bill to require seat belts on new school buses starting July 2025, aligning with states prioritizing child safety in school transportation.

Rep. Scott Fetgatter thanked the administration for clarifying a federal funding freeze wouldn't affect social service programs like Social Security and Medicare.

Oklahoma State Senator Warren Hamilton has introduced a series of reform bills focusing on child protection, hunting regulations, marriage laws, and human trafficking ahead of the 2025 session.

Rep. Justin Humphrey introduces a bill to rename the Oklahoma DOC to “Oklahoma Department of Corruption,” citing allegations of mismanagement and serious misconduct.

OSU researchers are developing FARM software to enhance real-time fault detection in chemical distillation, aiming for increased efficiency and safety.

Oklahoma Senator Kendal Sacchieri introduced a bill requiring ballot measures with tax increases to have a clear label indicating the potential rise in taxpayer obligations.

Extra patrols are in place at Putnam City Schools following a social media hoax mentioning two middle schools. The threat is considered low credibility, but officials maintain security as a precaution.

OSU marks the 24th anniversary of a plane crash that claimed 10 from its basketball community with campus remembrances and the "Remember the Ten" memorial.