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Mad Science brings hands-on experiments, STEM learning to Oklahoma schools

Wednesday, January 21 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY - Mad Science partners with schools to offer STEM enrichment programs designed to boost academic achievement while sparking curiosity and creativity. Through interactive experiments and guided activities, students reinforce classroom learning by doing rather than just observing. The programs are typically offered as weekly, one-hour after-school workshops that run four to six weeks. Classes... Read More.

What to know about the Chagos Islands as Trump slams the UK’s sovereignty deal

Wednesday, January 21 by AP

This image released by the U.S. Navy shows an aerial view of Diego Garcia. (U.S. Navy via AP, File) LONDON (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump has turned his fire on a deal between Britain and Mauritius to settle the future of the Chagos Islands, the contested Indian Ocean archipelago that is home... Read More.

Manhunt underway after suspect escapes standoff in Bryan County

Tuesday, January 20 by News 9

Deputies in Bryan County are searching for a man they say escaped a home during a standoff with law enforcement on Saturday. The Bryan County Sheriff’s Office says Jimmy Blow held four people hostage in a home in Cartwright. Authorities say the victims were removed safely hours later, but believe Blow escaped through a trap... Read More.

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Speaker Kyle Hilbert Files Legislation to Give Oklahoma One of the Strongest Early Literacy Laws in the Country

Tuesday, January 20 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Speaker of the House Kyle Hilbert, R-Bristow, has filed legislation to strengthen Oklahoma’s Strong Readers Act, reinforcing the state’s commitment to ensuring every child can read at or above grade level by the end of third grade. “Reading is not optional, it is foundational,” Speaker Hilbert said. “If a child cannot read,... Read More.

Broken Arrow ranks among top medium-sized cities in U.S. News & World’s latest poll

Tuesday, January 20 by KTUL

BROKEN ARROW, Okla. (KTUL) — Broken Arrow has again earned national recognition, ranking among the Best Medium-Sized Cities in the United States in U.S. News & World Report’s latest poll, following last year’s designation as one of the Best Cities to Live in the country. In 2025, the city ranked as the Best Place to Live in Oklahoma,... Read More.

Jenkins Files Bills for Voters to Decide Legislative Pay

Tuesday, January 20 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY — Rep. Molly Jenkins, R-Coyle, has filed three bills she says are aimed at giving voters a direct voice in decisions about pay raises for legislators and statewide elected officials. Jenkins said she introduced the three pieces of legislation after the Oklahoma Legislative Compensation Board met in executive session late last year before... Read More.

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How new pneumonia vaccine guidelines change booster recommendations for adults

Tuesday, January 20 by News 6

OKLAHOMA CITY - Here in Oklahoma, Dr. Lacy Anderson is explaining what this could mean for you and your family. Anderson says pneumonia vaccine boosters aren’t always needed, but rather, it depends on your age and previous vaccinations. “For most adults 50 years and older, a single pneumonia vaccine may cover you,” Anderson said. “But for adults... Read More.

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY OBSERVED MONDAY AS A CITY HOLIDAY

Monday, January 19 by Ponca City Now

City Hall Offices will be CLOSED, Monday, January 19 and REOPEN Tuesday, January 20. Residential Refuse WILL NOT BE PICKED UP Monday, January 19, and RESUME Tuesday, January 20. As there will be no residential trash collection on Monday, January 19, please only put trash out on the scheduled day of collection. Trash left out overnight... Read More.

LAST WEEK TO REQUEST ABSENTEE BALLOT FOR THE FEBRUARY 10, PONCA CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTION

Monday, January 19 by Ponca City Now

The deadline to request absentee ballots by mail is approaching. Applications must be received by the Kay County Election Board no later than 5 p.m. Monday, January 26, 2026. Kay County Election Board Secretary Carol Leaming, said absentee voting is available to all voters, provided they are eligible to vote in said election, applications can... Read More.

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Maynard Files Trio of AI Safeguards

Monday, January 19 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Cody Maynard, R-Durant, has filed a three-bill legislative package establishing commonsense safeguards for the use of artificial intelligence in Oklahoma. The measures seek to clarify that artificial intelligence systems are not persons and cannot hold legal rights, ensure state agencies use AI responsibly with human oversight, and protect minors from... Read More.

Proposed bill would ban Oklahoma officers from wearing masks while serving warrants

Monday, January 19 by News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY - A proposed bill would require law enforcement officers in Oklahoma to obtain a court order in order to mask their identity using a head or face covering while executing a warrant. SB 1234, filed by Oklahoma Sen. Michael Brooks (D — Oklahoma City), would require... Read More.

Proposed amendment could alter funding for Oklahoma public universities

Monday, January 19 by KTUL

TULSA, OKLA. (KTUL) — A proposed constitutional amendment could change how public colleges and universities receive state funding. House Joint Resolution 1037, introduced by Rep. Gabe Woolley, would allow lawmakers to temporarily freeze, suspend or withhold state-appropriated funds. Woolley said the measure is intended to give Oklahomans more control over taxpayer dollars spent at... Read More.