A state health review says the Oklahoma County Detention Center failed a string of inspections and remains "not in substantial compliance," renewing scrutiny of inmate care and staffing.

Police arrested a man and booked him on multiple felony counts after officers say they uncovered an alleged underground cockfighting operation in Oklahoma City.

A vehicle linked to several armed robberies was located near Lake Hefner Parkway as OKC police canvassed a northwest apartment complex and asked residents for tips.

The 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book places Oklahoma 44th overall and 48th in education, spotlighting low reading and math proficiency and gaps in child health coverage.

Mid-60s Tuesday morning with a high near 91°F. Heat spikes Wednesday with heat‑index around 105°F; storms become more likely late week.

Court filings and family accounts accuse SD 12 candidate Craig Stump of sexual misconduct with minors; Stump denies the claims as voters head to the June 16 primary. The allegations include protective orders dating back years.

A federal jury found a former Garvin County deputy guilty of violating a detainee’s civil rights after prosecutors say she ignored medical needs that led to Kayla Turley’s death.

A DoorDash driver was injured by shattered glass after someone fired into their car during a road‑rage incident on New Prue Road; deputies are seeking witnesses.

Oklahoma’s Panhandle is producing huge volumes of wind power, but limited transmission and new state rules are keeping much of it from reaching cities. Planners say big lines could fix it, if they can be built.

Developer Scot Matteson says phase one will start, but the 1,907‑foot Legends Tower will depend on whether Oklahoma City's market can absorb thousands of units and hotel rooms.

A person was shot at a McDonald’s in southwest Oklahoma City Sunday; police say the victim was hospitalized and no suspect information was available.

Five Republicans are competing in a June 16 primary for the Moore-area SD‑24 seat; fundraising and an Oklahoma Farm Bureau endorsement have made the GOP contest competitive.

KOCO’s First Alert team rode with storm chasers Saturday as severe cells moved across Oklahoma, prompting tornado warnings and thousands of power outages.