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Summer’s electric bike craze is turning into a safety nightmare in Oklahoma City, as teens zip through traffic at dangerous speeds, ignore stop signs, and flee police. Body cam footage shows a 13-year-old with an arrest warrant speeding away — later claiming he just wanted home. Police warn that these powerful, pedal-less e-bikes aren’t toys — they’re fast, dangerous, and legally different. Helmet...

Nine arrested in Arcadia Lake shooting — most under 21 — including a young man a local barber has mentored for years. Corey Sutter, known as “Scissorhands,” shared how his barbershop offers guidance and jobs, even to the suspect, whom he saw just days before arrest. Sutter, shocked and heartbroken, says he doesn’t condone the violence but stresses the need for adults to step up for youth. One susp...

Oklahoma’s USA Rare Earth is racing to build America’s rare earth magnet supply chain—from mining to finished products—right here at home, as geopolitical tensions with China escalate and the U.S. government pushes for self-reliance. Facing China’s export blockades, the company has already pivoted to global and domestic sourcing, with its first production line now online and a Texas rare earth min...

Nine suspects now face charges in the deadly Arcadia Lake shooting that left an 18-year-old dead and over 20 injured. Investigators used social media and text messages to link them — including 19-year-old Makhi Magness, who bragged about firing a 25-round magazine and posted photos with multiple guns. Two others, Hezekiah Ricks and Omarion Gabriel, allegedly helped move a “draco” gun from the scen...

Top cops across the metro are retiring en masse—Chiefs and Deputy Chiefs from Oklahoma City, Bethany, Yukon, Norman, and Edmond—are walking away after a state pension overhaul that rewarded long-service officers with bigger payouts, but only if they stayed until July. With 249 years of combined service leaving the force, many delayed retirement specifically to qualify. While leadership says this s...

Two lives vanished in a brutal hit-and-run in southwest Oklahoma City, as a motorcycle carrying two riders was struck and both died at the hospital. A suspect has been taken into custody, but the full story remains under investigation. This tragedy leaves families shattered and communities in mourning, underscoring the devastating cost of road violence—and the urgent need for accountability and su...

Oklahoma City’s sweltering heat is no joke—EMSA responded to six heat-related calls yesterday, two of which required hospital visits. Stay hydrated, avoid the afternoon sun, and check on vulnerable neighbors. Watch for dizziness, confusion, or fainting—these are red flags. This heat can be deadly, so stay safe and look out for each other. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://...

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The Oklahoma City Zoo’s attendance just hit a record-breaking 1.2 million visitors—its third straight year of growth—with a 10% surge thanks to new animals like a baby Asian elephant, giraffes, zebras, and langurs, plus wildly popular seasonal events. But it’s not just about the crowds: the zoo’s raising over $160K for global conservation and investing millions in wildlife projects. And they’re ma...

Investigators close in on the Arcadia Lake shooting, now with nine arrests thanks to social media and witness tips. Meanwhile, scorching heat returns with temps hitting triple digits, but rain may break the pattern by Saturday. A man was rescued from a submerged vehicle in southeast OKC, and Stillwater’s Eskimo Joe’s kicks off its 51st anniversary with big celebrations. Oklahoma City’s Wheeler Dis...

Parents in Oklahoma City, this is your chance to keep your kids safe on the road—free car seat checks, installation help, and even free Comets game tickets! Join certified safety pros at the Joe Carter Parking Lot on Sunday, July 12th, from 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Sign up by Friday, July 10th, to snag your spot and get perks including game tickets and parking. Experts recommend rear-facing until age 2,...

Oklahoma’s sweltering heat is driving up energy bills—and OG&E’s got a smart, free solution: simple home tweaks that slash cooling costs. From sealing leaks and adjusting thermostats to checking HVAC filters and scheduling free energy assessments, they’re helping you stay cool without draining your wallet. Their expert advisors even come to your home to spot inefficiencies and sometimes fix them—s...

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Oklahoma’s still hunting for a new forestry director—one year after firing the last one amid wildfire chaos—despite offering the job to a top candidate who backed out over relocation. The governor even questioned if the role is necessary, citing cost savings from leaving it vacant. The ousted director, Mark Goeller, now works with national forestry leaders, while the open position pays up to $112,...

Fifteen thousand residents in Moore, Oklahoma, are under a boil water advisory after E. coli was detected in tap water — a discovery confirmed after careful testing. The affected zone, east of I-35 and bordered by SE 4th Street and Indian Hills Road, is bracing for inconvenience as locals boil water for cooking and drinking, even as temperatures soar. City officials are racing to identify the cont...

The Supreme Court just gutted campaign spending limits for political parties working hand-in-hand with candidates, ruling that such coordinated expenditures are protected free speech under the First Amendment. Oklahoma’s Ethics Commission is now stepping in to help parties report these expenses properly by requiring the word “coordinated” in descriptions — a move to prevent misclassification and l...

RestoreOKC, a northeast Oklahoma City nonprofit, has been chosen by Harvard University to lead a groundbreaking two-year initiative focused on relationship-based support for kids and families. Selected from nationwide applicants, RestoreOKC will co-create best practices with other communities, blending real-world experience with academic research to build stronger support systems. Four RestoreOKC...

Oklahoma’s ranked fifth worst state to live in 2026, hitting rock bottom in quality of life, healthcare, and education—but surprisingly, it’s still a top 10 pick for affordability. While the state’s been languishing in the bottom ten for three years, its low cost of living makes it a mixed bag for potential movers. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/...

Zillow vs. Compass is heating up in a high-stakes legal battle over who controls real estate listings, with Zillow blocking Compass properties it deems non-compliant and Compass retaliating by cutting Zillow off from Chicago’s MLS. Compass is pushing for exclusive agent access to listings, arguing some sellers want privacy for staging or pricing, while Zillow demands full public access. The fallou...

Oklahoma’s Ethics Commission is racing to catch up as AI threatens to distort political ads with deepfakes and misleading content—aiming to protect voters while navigating a legal gap: Maryland’s tough criminal penalties vs. Oklahoma’s civil-only approach. A proposed two-part system could split responsibility—Ethics Commission for transparency rules, lawmakers for criminal enforcement—while 31 sta...

The Supreme Court just gutted campaign spending limits for political parties working hand-in-hand with candidates—calling coordinated spending protected free speech. Now, Oklahoma’s Ethics Commission is urging parties to tag joint campaign expenses as “coordinated” to stay compliant, while clarifying that direct contributions to candidates still face caps. The goal? Clearer, more transparent money...

Cutting through a gas station or parking lot to skip a red light? In Oklahoma City, that’s illegal—and could cost you up to $500 in fines. The law targets drivers using private property as shortcuts, not those actually stopping for fuel. It’s a Class A misdemeanor, and while officials haven’t finalized the exact fees, the penalty’s definitely not worth the seconds saved. Sometimes, waiting for the...

Oklahoma baseball, fresh off their national title, is boosting their coaching staff by bringing in Tyler Johnson — son of head coach Skip Johnson — as an assistant. With a proven recruiting pedigree from roles at Dallas Baptist and McLennan Community College, where he helped land MLB draft picks and All-Conference honors, Tyler’s arrival signals OU’s push to maintain momentum after Todd Butler’s d...

Lou Diamond Phillips brings his gritty, authentic thriller “Gangland” to life on Oklahoma’s frozen tribal lands, capturing raw emotion and local texture amid icy storms and intense filming. Directed by Vincent Grashaw and starring Elisha Pratt, Dana Namerode, and Indigenous talents Irene Bedard and Kimberly Guerrero, the film follows a tribal cop mentoring a new officer as a vengeful ex-con unleas...