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President Biden Commuted Sentences of Nearly all Federal inmates on Death Row, Except 3

Wednesday, December 25

WASHINGTON — President Biden on Monday announced he had commuted the sentences of nearly all federal inmates on death row, with the exception of three who did not receive clemency. There are 37 inmates initially sentenced to death who will be impacted by Mr. Biden’s action and will now... Read More.

Trump Launches New Fragrance Line Called ‘Fight, Fight, Fight’

Wednesday, December 25

(CNN) – Just in time for the holidays, President-elect Donald Trump has launched a new fragrance line. The collection is named “Fight, Fight, Fight.” In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the fragrances “represent us winning.” He also yelled those words after he was shot during a... Read More.

Biden signs defense bill despite objections to ban on transgender health care for military children

Wednesday, December 25

By The Associated Press WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Monday signed into law a defense bill that authorizes significant pay raises for junior enlisted service members, aims to counter China’s growing power and boosts overall military spending to $895 billion despite his objections to language stripping coverage of... Read More.

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How a Misprinted Phone Number Turned NORAD Into Santa’s Official Tracker for 69 Years

Tuesday, December 24

We are thick in the holiday season and with Christmas Eve just around the corner, those who celebrate know it’s time to prepare the cookies, pour the milk, and keep an eye out for Santa Claus. Now, it’s easier than ever to know when he will be on the... Read More.

Mega Millions Jackpot Nears $1 Billion for Christmas Eve Lottery Drawing

Tuesday, December 24

NEW YORK — A lucky lottery player may get a big present on Christmas Eve: The Mega Millions jackpot is nearly $1 billion. Tuesday’s drawing is for an estimated $970 million, or $439.9 million in cash, according to the lottery. The jackpot has been rolling since it was last won... Read More.

McCane Introduces Bill to Expand Oklahoma’s Promise to Children of Public School Employees

Tuesday, December 24

OKLAHOMA CITY – House Rep. Michelle McCane, D-Tulsa, introduced HB 1020 which would expand the Oklahoma Higher Access Learning Program, or Oklahoma’s Promise, to children of certain public school employees. The bill would expand Oklahoma’s Promise to students whose guardian is a public school employee, such as a teacher, librarian,... Read More.

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Festivities Foster Connections, Debunking the Myth of Increased Suicides During Holidays

Tuesday, December 24

TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — Unwrapping the truth about mental health during the holidays. We’re talking about the misconception that suicides go up during this time of year. According to experts, that’s not the case. Clinical Associate Professor Jonathan Kratz with OU-Tulsa says the number of suicides goes down during the festive season and... Read More.

Georgia Farmers Still Grappling With $5.5 Billion in Hurricane Helene Storm Losses

Tuesday, December 24

LYONS, Ga. (AP) — Twisted equipment and snapped tree limbs still litter Chris Hopkins’ Georgia farm more than two months after Hurricane Helene made its deadly march across the South. An irrigation sprinkler system about 300 feet (92 meters) long lay overturned in a field, its steel pipes bent and welded... Read More.

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Oklahoma Governor Reflects on Some Key Issues in 2024, Looks Ahead to 2025

Monday, December 23

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — From business in Oklahoma to the grocery tax cut, Governor Kevin Stitt is sharing his response to some key issues in our state, and how he plans to address them moving forward. Governor Stitt reflected with Fox 25 on some situations that may not be going according... Read More.

Keep Holiday Fun Safe: Pediatrician Shares Tips To Prevent Toy-Related Injuries

Monday, December 23

Approximately 217,000 children are treated in emergency rooms annually for toy-related injuries. With Christmas coming up, you want to make sure your child doesn’t end up in the hospital. Pediatrician Dr. Scott Cyrus answered some questions on ways to avoid the dangers. Q: What are some ways to prevent those injuries? A: You really... Read More.

Tulsa County Breaks Ground On Its First Wheelchair-Accessible Wilderness Trail

Monday, December 23

TULSA, Okla. – Tulsa County is building its first wheelchair-accessible wilderness trail at Chandler Park in Tulsa. Chandler Park is known for its trails, which have been significantly improved in the last couple of years. One trail on the lower level is the first to be adapted to meet ADA standards. Though not... Read More.

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President Biden Commuted Sentences of Nearly all Federal inmates on Death Row, Except 3

Trump Launches New Fragrance Line Called ‘Fight, Fight, Fight’

Biden signs defense bill despite objections to ban on transgender health care for military children

How a Misprinted Phone Number Turned NORAD Into Santa’s Official Tracker for 69 Years

Mega Millions Jackpot Nears $1 Billion for Christmas Eve Lottery Drawing

McCane Introduces Bill to Expand Oklahoma’s Promise to Children of Public School Employees

Festivities Foster Connections, Debunking the Myth of Increased Suicides During Holidays

Georgia Farmers Still Grappling With $5.5 Billion in Hurricane Helene Storm Losses

Oklahoma Governor Reflects on Some Key Issues in 2024, Looks Ahead to 2025

Keep Holiday Fun Safe: Pediatrician Shares Tips To Prevent Toy-Related Injuries

Tulsa County Breaks Ground On Its First Wheelchair-Accessible Wilderness Trail

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