The Oklahoma House voted 86-4 to override Gov. Kevin Stitt's veto of HB 4434, a bill requiring 24-hour notice before the governor leaves the state. The measure now goes to the Senate.

Kirkpatrick Bank promoted longtime executive Kyle Powell to president and CEO in a planned succession that keeps leadership in Edmond and stresses steady growth.

The OSBI ICAC unit arrested 37‑year‑old James Turnispeed of Braggs after agents say they found child sexual abuse material on electronic devices; he faces possession, distribution and computer‑crime counts.

Lane closures begin in downtown OKC for two weeks as crews perform utility work for the Continental Coliseum; expect narrowed lanes and morning delays.

A Coweta man was arrested after authorities say he shot at a Wagoner County emergency drone being used in a search for a missing juvenile on April 13.

Police released images and a case number after a suspected break-in and vandalism at a Bricktown apartment leasing office. Crime Stoppers is seeking anonymous tips.

Corey Harris says his Corey B. Cookin' spot in northeast Oklahoma City was vandalized and he received death threats; neighbors have stepped in to help.

Trump has stepped into Oklahoma’s crowded 1st District primary by endorsing Tulsa pastor Jackson Lahmeyer, a move that could redirect money and attention before the June 16 primary.

Gov. Kevin Stitt vetoed a bill that would have extended OETA’s life, leaving public television’s funding and emergency‑alert role uncertain ahead of a July 1 deadline.

Oklahoma City pulled away in the second half to beat the Lakers 125-107, giving the Thunder a 2-0 edge in the West semis. Defensive stops and bench scoring proved decisive.

Clear morning; highs near 85°F Friday with scattered storms possible after 4 p.m.

A marginal severe-weather risk returns Friday across central Oklahoma, with hail, damaging gusts and a small tornado threat during the evening commute.

After filings closed on April 3, 2026, 138 of 152 Oklahoma judicial offices had only one candidate, meaning dozens of judges will take office without a contested vote.