New members sworn in at Oklahoma City Council meeting include Camal Pennington and Katrina Bedell Avers, alongside re-elected incumbents Todd Stone and Bradley Carter.

Oklahoma City seeks public input on the proposed 2026 budget until May 19, with final adoption scheduled for June 3. Despite revenue challenges, the city aims to prioritize essential services.

Oklahoma City is hosting a hiring event on May 6 for Public Works Department construction jobs, offering competitive pay, benefits, and on-the-spot interviews for positions like Crew Worker II and Construction Equipment Operator.

Oklahoma CareerTech is integral to President Trump's plan for workforce development, offering customized apprenticeship programs for sectors like manufacturing and IT.

Oklahoma City was named a Tree City USA for its dedication to urban forestry, highlighting the benefits trees provide to the community and environment.

Oklahoma City invites residents to a meeting on April 29 to learn about code enforcement, reporting violations, and utilizing city resources for neighborhood improvement.

Oklahoma is sending Address Confirmation Notices to some voters for roll maintenance, with responses required within 60 days to avoid being marked inactive.

LOFT has reported a $27.4 million unexplained shortfall in the budget of the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health, highlighting persistent fiscal issues and prompting a search for a new CFO.

Severe thunderstorms and flash flood warnings are issued for Oklahoma, with heavy rains expected to cause flooding in multiple areas including Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma's House Bill 1103 allows previous owners a 90-day window to reclaim land taken by eminent domain. The bill, supported for fairness, removes a 5-year notification limit and mandates transparent sale processes.

Emergency sewer repair is in progress on East Alameda Street in Norman, necessitating a lane closure and caution for drivers. Completion is expected by April 30, 2025.

A Guatemalan man, Jose Paxtor-Oxlaj, pleaded guilty to illegal reentry into the U.S. after a fatal car crash he caused killed six, including five children.

Oklahoma City Police invite teens to a Youth Police Academy for an insider's look at law enforcement, featuring helicopters, K-9 units, and tactical ops. Applications are open until May 12, 2025.