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After two arrests in two days, man dies after arrival at Cleveland County jail

Wednesday, July 2

NORMAN, Okla. (KOKH) — Norman police are investigating an in-custody death. Police say 61-year-old Jeffrey Brake died in their custody Sunday morning. Brake was arrested Saturday morning after he was seen crawling in a roadway, exhibiting signs of being under the influence of narcotics. Police say he was arrested without incident, taken... Read More.

Authorities urge caution on Oklahoma lakes and rivers ahead of busy July 4th weekend

Wednesday, July 2

TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) — We are days away from this year's July Fourth weekend. As families prepare to head out to our lakes and rivers, authorities want to remind everyone to stay safe on the water—especially after a concerning number of fatalities over the past few years. Fun on the... Read More.

Oklahoma City man among 324 defendants charged in largest healthcare fraud takedown

Wednesday, July 2

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. (KOKH) — An Oklahoma City man has been charged in connection with an alleged scheme to defraud Medicare. On June 3, 55-year-old Alexander Frank was indicted on 25 counts of healthcare fraud. Between 2021 and 2023, Frank is accused of billing Medicare for approximately $3.2 million for... Read More.

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Oklahoma officials urge patience amid record Fourth of July travel surge

Wednesday, July 2

OKLAHOMA CITY - The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) is asking travelers to be patient during the Fourth of July holiday season. The Fourth of July holiday travel rush is already underway, and transportation officials say this year is set to break records. Now, travel experts are working to... Read More.

Suspect accused of starting blaze, killing firefighters lived in Oklahoma before moving to Idaho

Wednesday, July 2

COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho — The man accused of killing two firefighters and injuring another after starting a fire and ambushing first responders in Idaho has an Oklahoma connection. Handout screenshots of suspect Wess Roley’s Instagram story are seen at the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office during a press conference the day... Read More.

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

Tuesday, July 1

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... Read More.

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

Tuesday, July 1

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... Read More.

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

Tuesday, July 1

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... Read More.

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

Tuesday, July 1

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... Read More.

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

Tuesday, July 1

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... Read More.

NOC Enid’s Jason Turnbow Completes Service

Tuesday, July 1

After four years as a Northern Oklahoma College regent, Enid’s Jason Turnbow completed his service during... Read More.

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

Tuesday, July 1

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... Read More.

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After two arrests in two days, man dies after arrival at Cleveland County jail

Authorities urge caution on Oklahoma lakes and rivers ahead of busy July 4th weekend

Oklahoma City man among 324 defendants charged in largest healthcare fraud takedown

Oklahoma officials urge patience amid record Fourth of July travel surge

Suspect accused of starting blaze, killing firefighters lived in Oklahoma before moving to Idaho

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

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

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

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

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

NOC Enid’s Jason Turnbow Completes Service

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

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