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Man Reunited With His Dog 8 Years After it Got Lost in Oklahoma

by ABC News
It was a reunion eight years in the making.When Paul Guilbeault's dog, Damian, went missing in 2017, he never gave up hope he would one day be found.But he can still hardy believe that, after a call came in from an unknown number earlier this month, he and his long lost friend are finally... Read More.
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Humphrey Files Bill to Rename Dept. of Corrections

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Justin Humphrey, R-Lane, has filed House Bill 1310 to rename the Oklahoma Department of Corrections (DOC) to the Oklahoma Department of Corruption. Humphrey is vice chair of the House Public Safety Committee. "The Oklahoma Legislature has published all the bills for our upcoming 2025 session," Humphrey said. "It is not... Read More.

White House Orders Review of Federal Grants, Prompting Backlash

by CBS News
WASHINGTON, D.C -The Office of Management and Budget has ordered federal agencies to review their grant and loan programs to ensure they align with President Donald Trump’s priorities, including executive orders that eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion programs.Democrats argue that the funding is not optional and was mandated by Congress.“No matter how... Read More.
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Teens Turn to AI For Schoolwork: How Broken Arrow is Adapting

by News 6
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. -A new study reveals that more teenagers are turning to artificial intelligence to assist with schoolwork, sparking conversations about how to integrate this rapidly advancing technology into education. Experts are studying how students are using AI more According to the Pew Research Center, 26% of teens use tools like ChatGPT for schoolwork, doubling from... Read More.

Oklahoma Safety Officials Unveil Anti-Drone Equipment

by News 9
OKLAHOMA -Those mysterious drone sightings across the country late last year prompted Oklahoma safety officials to take precautions. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol now has a fleet of drone detection systems that can be deployed anywhere in the state if needed.The Oklahoma Department of Public Safety Commissioner Tim Tipton said on Monday the new fleet was only... Read More.

Watch Ponca City Basketball @ Putnam City West

by Ponca City Now
The Cats are away against Putnam City West. If you can’t make it to the games in person, we’ll have live streaming video available here with Jordan Woodruff’s broadcast audio from 100.7FM KPNC. Pregame coverage will begin at approximately 5:45pm, with tipoff scheduled at 6:00.https://www.poncacitynow.com/tv
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Oklahoma Attorney General Drummond Petitions Supreme Court Over Birth Certificate Gender policy

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY -Attorney General Gentner Drummond has submitted a petition to the U.S. Supreme Court, asserting that Oklahoma's policy of recording and maintaining sex on birth certificates is "clearly" constitutional.What is the Oklahoma Attorney General's birth certificate petition about?Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review a Tenth... Read More.

‘The People Spoke’: Oklahoma Lawmaker Aims to Codify Higher Education DEI Ban

by KOKH
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — During a Monday press conference, State Sen. Adam Pugh (R-Edmond) highlighted legislation he authored to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts at public colleges and universities in Oklahoma."I also want higher [education] to remain a place where free speech is embraced and that we teach our young people how... Read More.
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