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Drummond reaches nearly $44M settlement resolving 21-year poultry litter pollution lawsuit

Tuesday, July 14

OKLAHOMA CITY (July 13, 2026) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond today announced a nearly $44 million settlement resolving the State's 21-year lawsuit against six companies over poultry litter pollution in the Illinois River Watershed. Oklahoma sued Tyson Foods, Cargill, George's, Peterson Farms, Cal-Maine and Simmons Foods in 2005. A federal... Read More.

OTA awards $75 million contract for new Newcastle-area interchange on Toby Keith Expressway

Tuesday, July 14

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Board awarded a $75.4 million contract recently to build a new interchange connecting I-44, the Toby Keith Expressway and SH-37 near Newcastle, part of a push to complete the new turnpike’s alignment between I-44 and I-35. The meeting opened with a moment of silence for two... Read More.

Oklahoma lawmakers approve dozens of interim studies ahead of the 2027 legislative session

Tuesday, July 14

TULSA, Okla. — Oklahoma lawmakers are already preparing for next year's legislative session after House and Senate leaders approved dozens of interim studies covering everything from artificial intelligence and housing to education, water policy and tourism. Interim studies allow lawmakers to take a deeper look at complex issues before deciding... Read More.

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Oklahoma Senator renews push for Domestic Violence Registry following fatal Collinsville case

Monday, July 13

Collinsville domestic violence case sparks renewed push for registry. Sen. Bill Coleman, R-Ponca City, said the recent domestic violence death of Amber Pippin in Collinsville underscores the need for stronger protections for victims and greater public awareness of offenders. “What happened in Collinsville is very, very tragic,” Coleman said. “A woman... Read More.

NOC’s Digital Media Program empowers tomorrow’s creative professionals

Monday, July 13

Northern Oklahoma College's Digital Media Institute (DMI) is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 academic year, offering students an affordable education pathway in content creation. "DMI at NOC is the greatest secret in the Midwest," said Brad Matson, program director. "We provide a comprehensive curriculum that enhances students' skills in... Read More.

Here’s what to know about Eskimo Joe’s 51st anniversary celebration

Monday, July 13

STILLWATER, Okla. - Eskimo Joe’s in Stillwater is celebrating a major milestone with a weeklong anniversary celebration marking 51 years in business. The restaurant is calling this year’s celebration “Era 51,” featuring special events, giveaways and entertainment for longtime fans and new visitors. The longtime restaurant and brand will celebrate the milestone... Read More.

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13-year-old shocked by lightning that struck his home in Texas as he played video games

Monday, July 13

CYPRESS, Texas (KTRK) - A 13-year-old boy playing video games was shocked in the stomach when lightning struck his Texas home. Vlad Skuridin, 13, was playing video games on his computer inside his Cypress home as storms roared outside Tuesday. When lightning struck the home, electrical currents traveled through the... Read More.

Innovation, data fixes fuel Native American graduation gains at federally funded schools

Monday, July 13

During his senior year of high school on the Puyallup Reservation, Gerald Dillon traded much of his academic coursework for career training. When he walked into the second grade classroom where he worked as a teaching assistant, students would rush from their seats for a fist bump or a... Read More.

New York Times reporters are subpoenaed after Air Force One stories, raising press freedom concerns

Monday, July 13

|Staff lay a carpet on the tarmac before President Donald Trump exits Air Force One upon arriving for the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, Tuesday, July 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) WASHINGTON (AP) — The Department of Justice has subpoenaed New York Times journalists after they reported on security concerns... Read More.

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Evans Children’s Academy to Present “Prince of Egypt” for Two Weekends

Friday, July 10

Evans Children's Academy presents "The Prince of Egypt" the musical as part of their Mainstage+ series of productions July 10, 11 and 12 and July 17, 18 and 19 at the Poncan Theater, 104 East Grand. Performances are at 7:30pm on Friday's and Saturday's and 2:30pm on Sunday's. If you have... Read More.

After $2,000 teacher raise, Oklahoma support staff ask when their pay will be addressed

Friday, July 10

Keri Mutters, a paraprofessional with Tulsa Public Schools, said her work includes helping students learn, supporting teachers and working with some of the district’s highest-needs students. “We were in the trenches everyday, we are those superhero’s to the teachers because we’re there,” Mutters said. Mutters said the job can be physically... Read More.

Organized Crime Task Force shuts down 5 illegal marijuana operations in Woodward

Friday, July 10

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s Organized Crime Task Force shut down five illegal marijuana grow operations in Woodward last week across a two-day operation. Agents seized more than 30,000 marijuana plants and more than 200 pounds of processed marijuana. As a result of the raids, six illegal immigrants were... Read More.

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Drummond reaches nearly $44M settlement resolving 21-year poultry litter pollution lawsuit

OTA awards $75 million contract for new Newcastle-area interchange on Toby Keith Expressway

Oklahoma lawmakers approve dozens of interim studies ahead of the 2027 legislative session

Oklahoma Senator renews push for Domestic Violence Registry following fatal Collinsville case

NOC’s Digital Media Program empowers tomorrow’s creative professionals

Here’s what to know about Eskimo Joe’s 51st anniversary celebration

13-year-old shocked by lightning that struck his home in Texas as he played video games

Innovation, data fixes fuel Native American graduation gains at federally funded schools

New York Times reporters are subpoenaed after Air Force One stories, raising press freedom concerns

Evans Children’s Academy to Present “Prince of Egypt” for Two Weekends

After $2,000 teacher raise, Oklahoma support staff ask when their pay will be addressed

Organized Crime Task Force shuts down 5 illegal marijuana operations in Woodward

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