A stubborn black soot has reappeared across Ponca City, staining cars, playgrounds and pets while residents and tribal leaders press regulators for answers.

A new state law creates a narrow safety exception that lets Oklahoma’s juvenile‑oversight office notify police when a complainant makes a credible threat. Most complaint details remain confidential.

A new state law will force districts to share teacher disciplinary histories and verify prior employers — a move supporters say prevents problem hires and critics fear could slow hiring amid shortages.

A new Oklahoma law raises the incidental raw‑milk cap to 1,500 gallons and allows on‑farm advertising, while requiring state warning labels and rulemaking.

The Oklahoma Senate adopted an amendment to strip a 1990s ‘trigger’ so federal gas‑tax relief can actually lower prices at local pumps.

A new Oklahoma law raises penalties for repeat peeping and secret recordings, adds sex‑offender registration and takes effect Nov. 1, 2026.

A new state law makes insurers file proposed rate increases with the Oklahoma Insurance Department before they take effect, giving regulators and the public time to review. The rule becomes effective Nov. 1, 2026.

OMRF broke ground on the David R. Brown Center, a three‑story hub for imaging, telehealth and chronic‑disease research funded by a near‑$10M TSET grant and private gifts.

A county panel advanced a tax package tied to IREN’s "Project Emerald," a proposed 2,000‑acre data center near Kiowa that promises big revenue and raises water and grid questions. The plan now goes to local taxing boards and public meetings are planned.

Hot, windy Thursday with a Red Flag Warning for parts of western Oklahoma; highs near the upper‑80s and gusty southerly winds. Secure loose items and avoid burning.

An argument over an undercooked burger in southeast Oklahoma City turned deadly; authorities arrested two relatives and continue to investigate.

Authorities say Alberto Marrero, 46, was arrested after a woman was stabbed on Spruce Street in Okeene and her car was struck. He faces multiple assault charges.

A northwest Oklahoma City woman says she was attacked outside her home while letting her dog out; police say a suspect is in custody.