Stillwater community celebrated 'Night to Shine,' with support from the police and volunteers, emphasizing unity, inclusivity, and joy in the event's success.

Smoke from a wildfire crossed US 64 east of Forgan on Tuesday, prompting troopers to close the highway and warn motorists not to drive into smoky areas.

Speaker Kyle Hilbert re‑filed to be the Republican caucus’ speaker‑designate for the 61st Legislature and was the only member to file, the House announced.

The Norman Police Department is appealing for help on social media to identify a man linked to a credit card misuse case, sharing his photo for public recognition.

Norman's "Green Norman Eco-bration" offers sustainable events from March 22, including a water reclamation facility tour and activities focused on water treatment, native plant gardening, and environmental art.

Sen. James Lankford cosponsored a bill to repeal the petroleum Superfund excise tax, a change that could cut a funding stream used to clean sites like Tar Creek. The Pay Less at the Pump Act would remove a dedicated source of money for long-running Oklahoma cleanups.

Ikea has chosen Tulsa Hills for a 51,000-square-foot store — its first in Oklahoma — planned for 2026, with details and hiring timelines still pending.

Oklahoma Attorney General, with 39 others, urges Congress to pass the Kids Online Safety Act to protect children from online threats, favoring the Senate's version to preserve state authority.

Rep. Robert Manger filed a plan to raise Oklahoma’s homestead exemption from $1,000 to $7,000, a change the House says would take effect Jan. 1, 2027. The Legislature's posted bill text shows a different measure under HB 4145.

Senate Revenue and Taxation Committee advanced SB1809 to raise the homestead exemption to $5,000, promising homeowner relief while lawmakers debate the cost.

Oklahoma's HB 3917, aimed at imposing a peak energy consumption surcharge on data centers to protect residents from rate hikes and fund grid modernization, passed a subcommittee unanimously.

Senator Warren Hamilton received the AFR Legislative Advocacy Award for his support of agricultural policies and rural Oklahoma values during the 2025 legislative term.

The City of Norman has set dates for its Residential Spring Clean-Up, where residents can dispose of bulky waste items. Collections are scheduled from April 4 to May 2, based on regular trash pick-up days.