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California revokes 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses for immigrants

by AP
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and Vice President J.D. VanceCalifornia plans to revoke 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses given to immigrants after discovering the expiration dates went past when the drivers were legally allowed to be in the U.S., state officials said Wednesday.The announcement follows harsh criticism from the Trump administration about California and other states... Read More.

Fairfax Animal Control to have Thanksgiving Adoption Fundraiser event Sunday

by Ponca City Now
On Sunday, November 16th, from 1pm-4pm, Fairfax Animal Control will be at The Art Hub on Main, located at 245 N. Main St, for an event to be showcase adoptable dogs and engage with the community.This event is being hosted by Friends of Fairfax in their beautifully renovated space. If you haven’t seen it... Read More.

Osage Sherriff’s Office Release Details of Officer Involved Shooting That injured Two Deputies

by Ponca City Now-OCSO
At approximately 2:30 p.m., the Pawhuska Police Department responded to a call regarding a domestic assault and battery with possible dangerous weapons within the city limits of Pawhuska. The Osage County Sheriff’s Office responded to assist at the request of Pawhuska PD.Upon arrival, it was determined that the suspect had an outstanding felony warrant... Read More.
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Autumn Leaf Collection begins this month in Ponca City

by Ponca City Now
PONCA CITY — The City of Ponca City will begin Autumn Leaf Collection on Nov. 17 and end on Jan. 23. The city is asking that residents who wish to have their leaves removed to abide by the following guidelines. Employment opportunities listing • Bagged leaves placed in the regular refuse collection area will be collected... Read More.

Veteran services could receive year-long funding under new proposal

by News 9
OKLAHOMA CITY -Oklahomans celebrated a historic Veterans Day, which coincided with the 250th birthday year of the Army, Navy and Marine Corps, and 42 years since a government shutdown last overlapped with the holiday.“One of the things that the government instituted many years ago is, even in the event of a government shutdown, that... Read More.

Frustration with Democratic establishment boils over after shutdown vote

by TNND
WASHINGTON (TNND) — The end to the six-week government shutdown has divided Democrats and reignited frustration among the party’s base about its leadership in a lingering fight from the 2024 election losses that is still unresolved as the parties gear up for next year’s midterms.Democrats were forced to back down from the shutdown without the... Read More.
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Experts warn about top jobs impacted by artificial intelligence

by News 6
Artificial intelligence is already integrated into the workplace and changing how millions of Americans do their jobs.A new report from Microsoft shows that 75 percent of employees now use AI in some way. From health diagnostics to writing assistance and customer service automation, AI is becoming a standard part of many industries. Researchers say... Read More.

Santa House Schedule 2025

by Ponca City Now
Look for the Team Radio Santa House, again this Holiday Season, at locations all over North Central Oklahoma.  Bring the kids (and your cameras) and make memories as your children share their Christmas wishes with St. Nick!  From 1047 The Bull and 1230 WBBZ!Dec. 5th, Friday: RCB Bank North Branch, 2901 N... Read More.
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Drummond pledges to fight federal court ruling blocking Oklahoma healthcare protections

by Ponca City Now
OKLAHOMA CITY  – Attorney General Gentner Drummond vowed to continue defending a new state law designed to protect Oklahoma’s rural healthcare providers after a federal judge blocked the enforcement of key provisions while three pharmaceutical companies challenge the law in court. A federal district judge in the Western District of Oklahoma issued a preliminary injunction... Read More.

The Big Picture

by Ponca City Now
By Senate Democratic Leader Julia KirtWe’re just days away from the flurry of bill requests at your state Capitol, as we’re quickly approaching a December deadline for letting staff know what bills we intend to file. Because of that deadline, our final fall Capitol Conversation will take place on Tuesday, November 18, at 5:30... Read More.
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