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Court employee Kayla Hendryx in Hughes County was arrested for allegedly distributing drugs, as investigations reveal misconduct and misuse of position.
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Oklahoma's AG Gentner Drummond announced a settlement for reforming the intersection of criminal justice and mental health after a lawsuit over delays in competency restoration services.
Weather & Environment in ...
The National Weather Service in OKC forecasts sunny skies transitioning to showers and a thunderstorm from Sunday to Monday, with clear conditions returning by Tuesday.
The City of Norman's recycling programs, highlighted on America Recycles Day, effectively manage over 1,000 tons of materials annually, with significant local participation.
A crash on I-44 in SW Oklahoma City involving a semi-trailer and a car caused traffic delays and minor injuries to one person; the involved off-ramp has been reopened.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
A new species of mining bee, Andrena androfovea, has been discovered in Oklahoma and Texas, with significant implications for local biodiversity and pollination.
An Okfuskee County resident pleads guilty to child neglect within the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Reservation, as announced by the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Justin Randall Brown, 46, received a 115-month sentence for an assault with a dangerous weapon in Noble County, per the U.S. Attorney's Western District of Oklahoma.
Antonio Knox faces 35 years in prison for manufacturing crack cocaine and illegal firearm possession after a U.S. jury conviction. Evidence included drugs, guns, and tools at his residence.
Mexican national Simon Velazquez Hernandez was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for methamphetamine trafficking after being caught with 40 pounds of the drug concealed as Christmas gifts.
Debra Kaye Lyons pleaded guilty to stealing from a nonprofit where she worked, misusing funds for buying and selling cell phones for personal profit. She faces up to 10 years in prison.
The National Weather Service forecasts sunny weather in Oklahoma City, turning to rain next week, with temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to highs near 69°F before showers begin on Sunday.
Community & Society in ...
Owasso Public Schools reached an agreement with the OCR to address Title IX sexual harassment violations after an investigation found failure in handling complaints.
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