3% Tuition Hike Announced Amid NIL Revenue Rollout: The University of Oklahoma (OU) has declared a 3% increase in tuition, marking the fifth consecutive year students will face higher education costs. This latest hike aligns with the university’s unveiling of a new Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) revenue-sharing initiative, which will provide direct compensation to … Read more
In a heartwarming display of quick action and compassion, firefighters in Owasso, Oklahoma carried out an unexpected and unusual animal rescue at the city’s wastewater treatment plant. The incident, which drew attention on social media, involved a young deer that found itself in a life-threatening situation within the facility. Emergency Call Sparks Swift Response The … Read more
The NBA Finals 2025 became even more dramatic after the Oklahoma City Thunder delivered a gripping performance in Game 4, leveling the series 2-2. The Indiana Pacers maintained control for most of the match, holding the lead until the final quarter. That’s when Shai Gilgeous-Alexander came alive, pouring in 15 critical points during the closing … Read more
KINGFISHER, OKLA. – A man is now facing multiple felony charges after a large-scale illegal marijuana grow operation was dismantled by the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Organized Crime Task Force (OCTF) in coordination with the Kingfisher County Sheriff’s Office. Hui Tang, the individual at the center of the investigation, has been charged with: Massive Marijuana Seizure … Read more
Oklahoma State University in Stillwater has announced that a total of 8,743 students have been recognized for their academic performance during the Spring 2025 semester. This prestigious distinction includes students who achieved academic excellence and met the criteria for either the President’s Honor Roll or the Dean’s Honor Roll. Outstanding Scholars Earn President’s Honor Roll … Read more
Tulsa County District Court has denied a motion to release April Wilkens, a woman convicted of killing her abusive ex-fiancé in 1998, ahead of her upcoming resentencing hearing. ]Despite hopes that she might be granted freedom, Wilkens will remain in prison while her legal team prepares for the next phase of her case under the … Read more
GRAND Mental Health has launched a mobile mental health clinic to provide crucial services directly to rural communities across Eastern Oklahoma. In collaboration with the Oklahoma Caring Foundation and BlueCross BlueShield, this new initiative aims to eliminate the barriers to accessing mental health care in remote areas. A Clinic on Wheels for Immediate Outreach The … Read more
The Oklahoma Supreme Court is currently evaluating a high-profile legal case that centers on whether state officials, such as cabinet secretaries, are permitted to hold multiple public offices at once. This case has sparked a significant legal and political conflict between Governor Kevin Stitt and Attorney General Gentner Drummond. Origin of the Dispute The lawsuit … Read more
During the 2025 Oklahoma legislative session, lawmakers concentrated on increasing in-person instruction for students by limiting virtual school days and adding classroom time to the academic calendar. While initial legislation faced setbacks, the core idea was ultimately included in the state budget, ensuring one additional day of instruction in the 2025-26 school year. Senate Bill … Read more
A lawsuit aiming to overturn recently adopted academic standards for social studies in Oklahoma has been dismissed. The legal challenge, brought forth by a group of parents, educators, and grandparents, questioned the legitimacy of the Oklahoma State Board of Education’s approval of these new standards. Their argument centered on allegations that the process lacked transparency … Read more