Major road construction in Oklahoma City will disrupt traffic on several highways including I-35, I-40, and I-44 until late 2025, with lane closures and rerouting.

Oklahoma City forecast suggests a week of varied weather with chances of rain and thunderstorms, fluctuating temperatures, and potential clear skies towards Labor Day weekend.

Lawton's municipal offices will close for Labor Day, affecting libraries, trash collection, and bulk pick-up schedules, but emergency services will remain available. The Aquatics Center will be open with modified hours post-holiday.

Rep. Cynthia Roe has been appointed to Oklahoma's SAFE Board by House Speaker Kyle Hilbert, emphasizing efforts to improve the handling of sexual assault forensic evidence.

Edmond's intersection at Danforth Road and Kelly Avenue is undergoing a $9 million improvement project to enhance traffic flow and safety, with construction starting September 8.

Attorney General Drummond and 20 states' attorneys general are urging the DEA to ban bromazolam, a potent "designer Xanax," to prevent further overdose deaths.

Rep. Ellyn Hefner of Oklahoma City has been elected as the Oklahoma House Democratic Caucus Vice Chair, a decision praised by House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson.

The NWS forecasts rain and thunderstorms in Oklahoma City, with a high of 69 degrees. The flood watch includes central Oklahoma, with fluctuating precipitation chances throughout the week.

A 12-year-old died in an off-roading accident in Kingfisher County after the vehicle they were in tipped over during a maneuver. Safety measures were not in place.

The Oklahoma City Police Department is hosting a town hall on child cybersecurity, focusing on educating parents on online threats and the use of Project iGuardian.

Norman Public Schools in Oklahoma reduced their substance abuse-related suspensions by 40% following a proactive approach funded by a $150,000 opioid grant.

OKCPD is hosting a town hall called "Protecting Kids Online" on August 27 to educate parents on digital safety for children. Registration is required.

A 17-year-old girl was fatally shot in northeast Oklahoma City; a juvenile has been arrested on a murder complaint.