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Bryan Kohberger accepts plea deal in fatal stabbings of 4 Idaho college students

Tuesday, July 1 by CBS News

Bryan Kohberger has accepted a plea deal that will spare him the death penalty in the slayings of four University of Idaho students in November 2022, according to a letter sent to the victims' families by prosecutors.Kohberger is charged with four counts of murder in the stabbings of Ethan Chapin, Xana... Read More.

Senate passes Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ with VP Vance casting tie-breaking vote

Tuesday, July 1 by TNND-AP

WASHINGTON (TNND) — Senate Republicans narrowly approved Tuesday to pass President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," with Vice President JD Vance being the tie-breaking vote.Senators convened at 9 a.m. on Monday for a "vote-a-rama" that lasted all night, providing an opportunity for Republicans to secure support for Trump while Democrats... Read More.

The man accused of killing 2 Idaho firefighters had once aspired to be one

Tuesday, July 1 by AP

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho (AP) — A 20-year-old man’s life appeared to have begun to unravel in the months before authorities say he fatally shot two firefighters and severely wounded a third as they responded to a wildfire near Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.Wess Roley was living out of his vehicle and his former roommate,... Read More.

What’s in Oklahoma’s 100 new laws taking effect July 1?

Tuesday, July 1 by News 9

July 1 marks the rollout of 100 new state laws. These changes touch nearly every aspect of life in the state, including education, criminal justice, public health and government oversight.Here’s a look at some of the biggest legal changes now in effect. Compensation for the Wrongfully Convicted Oklahomans who were wrongfully imprisoned will now... Read More.

Sen. Hicks’ bill providing CareerTech tuition assistance to Oklahoma National Guard members takes effect July 1

Tuesday, July 1 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – A new law expanding educational opportunities for members of the Oklahoma National Guard takes effect on July 1. Sen. Carri Hicks, D-Oklahoma City, was principal author of Senate Bill 31, creating the “Oklahoma National Guard CareerTech Assistance Act,” providing tuition assistance for Oklahoma Guard members enrolling in programs leading to licensure or... Read More.

NOC Enid’s Jason Turnbow Completes Service

Tuesday, July 1 by Ponca City Now

After four years as a Northern Oklahoma College regent, Enid’s Jason Turnbow completed his service during the June meeting in Tonkawa.At... Read More.

Blue Whale of Catoosa unveiled as final medal in Route 66 Marathon series

Tuesday, July 1 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. -The Williams Route 66 Marathon will mark its 20th anniversary in November with thousands of runners and their families expected to descend on Tulsa for a weekend of races and celebration.What began as a local race has evolved into an internationally recognized event, drawing participants from across the country and around the... Read More.

Record-breaking Fourth of July travel expected

Tuesday, July 1 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -The Fourth of July holiday travel rush is underway, and transportation officials say this year is set to break records.AAA projects more than 72 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more over the nine-day travel period, setting new highs for both road trips and air travel as summer reaches its peak. Of... Read More.

NOC Wellness Center closed July 7-21

Monday, June 30 by Ponca City Now

The Wellness Center on the Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa campus will be closed July 7-21.A new walking track is being installed to elevate user’s fitness experience.The Wellness Center is free for NOC faculty, staff, and students and costs $20 per month, $60 for six months, and $120 per year for community members. Community members... Read More.

After a dramatic vote, the Senate pushes ahead on Trump’s tax break and spending cut plan

Monday, June 30 by AP

WASHINGTON (AP) — Capping a tumultuous night, the Republican-controlled Senate advanced President Donald Trump’s package of tax breaks, spending cuts and increased deportation money, with more weekend work ahead as Congress races to meet his Fourth of July deadline for passage.By a 51-49 tally and with Vice President JD Vance at... Read More.

California closes $12 billion deficit by cutting back immigrants’ access to health care

Monday, June 30 by AP

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Gov. Gavin Newsom signed on Friday a budget that pares back a number of progressive priorities, including a landmark health care expansion for low-income adult immigrants without legal status, to close a $12 billion deficit. It's the third year in a row the nation's most populous state has been forced to slash funding... Read More.

AG Pam Bondi announces arrest of 2,700 Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang members in U.S.

Monday, June 30 by AP

(TNND) — Federal authorities have arrested more than 2,700 alleged members of the notorious Venezuelan Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang, officials said on Friday.During a White House press briefing, Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the arrests when asked if an undocumented infant would be an immigration enforcement priority.Bondi responded saying that violent... Read More.