A suspect was arrested after an early-morning clothing-rack fire at the Walmart on Penn and Memorial in northwest Oklahoma City; a second Walmart in Edmond saw a separate blaze. Sprinklers and quick action limited damage at both stores.

Showers and thunderstorms are likely Thursday in Oklahoma City with flash‑flood potential. Expect standing water on streets and slowed commutes.

Legislators approved SB 259 to curb groundwater use by data centers, requiring metering and low‑consumption cooling technologies while the bill awaits the governor's action.

A person was stabbed near NW 122nd and N Pennsylvania Wednesday; police are searching for a suspect and asking witnesses to come forward.

William Crozier has filed again for Oklahoma state superintendent and reignited controversy by saying schools should ditch buses and that textbooks could serve as shields. His remarks add a provocative note to the June 16 GOP primary.

ODOC is investigating the May 17 death of 26‑year‑old Justin Howard at the Oklahoma State Penitentiary in McAlester; the medical examiner will determine the cause.

ATF agents joined local deputies after a Tuesday blaze at Sheriff Jason Ritchie’s home; investigators found signs of an ignitable liquid and a $5,000 reward is being offered.

The Oklahoma State Department of Education launched a statewide mentorship initiative pairing first‑year teachers with veteran mentors, offering training and stipends for participants.

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued a consumer alert after a shooting at utility workers, urging residents to verify workers and report threats.

A new penthouse cocktail lounge at Vast debuts with skyline views, craft cocktails and bite‑sized plates photographed this week.

Police locked down a southwest Oklahoma City block after a reported shot at a home’s door sparked a standoff near SW 60th and South Douglas. Tactical teams established a perimeter as officers negotiated.

A Vance AFB T‑6 Texan II made an emergency belly landing at McConnell AFB in Wichita; both pilots were uninjured and an investigation is underway.

Rebecca Fisher, 55, of Henryetta died Sunday after a two-vehicle crash on U.S. 75 near 321st Street; troopers say the other driver was not hurt.