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Tulsa’s city council is set to demolish two long-abandoned hotels near 41st and Yale—the former OYO and Studio Star—after a devastating fire and years of neglect made the structures a public safety hazard. With $840,000 budgeted for the 2026-27 fiscal year and $84,000 already spent securing the properties, the city is moving forward with demolition to clear the way for redevelopment. Though the ow...

Decades after he walked out of their lives, former students from across the country are flooding back to Tulsa to honor Darrell Goode—the beloved science teacher who shaped their futures with poetry, praise, and unwavering belief. At 76, Goode’s legacy lives on through the lives he transformed, from classroom chalkboards to college campuses and beyond. His students remember him for his kindness, h...

A new Air Force One, gifted by Qatar and just airborne, may lack top-tier security — sparking claims President Trump switched planes mid-flight amid Middle East tensions. The Justice Department has now subpoenaed New York Times reporters, delivering subpoenas to their homes, demanding testimony before a grand jury — a move the Times calls a chilling assault on press freedom and source protection....

Trump unleashes fiery threats against Iran after Tehran’s funeral for Ayatollah Khamenei, declaring 1,000 missiles ready to strike—with more inbound—if Iran moves. He vows to “completely decimate and destroy all areas of Iran,” adding a religious flourish that underscores the volatile tone. As U.S.-Iran tensions simmer with airstrikes and retaliatory fire already exchanged, this escalation raises...

Green Country Behavioral Health Services just landed a $100K grant from the City of Muskogee Foundation to help people exiting homelessness transition into permanent housing—providing essential items like furniture and cleaning supplies to make a new home feel real. This funding steps in after a looming cut to mental health services, aiming to support up to 100 individuals. Stories from those on t...

Martha Lillard, the last known American to rely on an iron lung, passed away at 78 after a life of extraordinary resilience—contracting polio at age five when doctors predicted she’d live only to 20. She defied odds, attended school, road-tripped with family, and even married her beloved husband Baha Salh before her death. Though the official cause remains uncertain, her sister believes long-haul...

On the scorching hottest day of the year in Tulsa, outreach teams are racing against the heat to deliver life-saving supplies—sunscreen, bug spray, water, snacks, and hygiene kits—to people experiencing homelessness. With city changes pushing folks into harder-to-reach areas, these workers are doubling down on compassion, building trust, and connecting individuals to critical resources like ID, ho...

From Iran to U.S. citizen, Elham Kucirek’s journey fuels her mission to empower refugees in Tulsa. As refugee health supervisor at the YWCA, she bridges the gap between newcomers and vital services—healthcare, insurance, legal aid, housing—drawing on her own hard-won experience to offer empathy and hope. Her work isn’t just professional—it’s personal, a full-circle act of giving back that proves w...

When summer break hits, many kids lose access to free school meals — but programs like the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma’s Summer Meals Pop-Up are stepping in to keep them fed. At events like the one at McCullough Park, families get free lunches and fun activities, easing the financial burden of feeding kids in a high-cost world. Already serving over 330,000 meals this summer, the program aims for...

A missing teen at Toppers Gun Range was found alive in minutes thanks to a thermal imaging drone—funded by Lieutenant B. Oliver’s own money—that pinpointed his location amid panic. The teen, conscious but hyperventilating, had taken a pill he found on the ground, not fired a gun. The swift response, blending tech and teamwork, saved his life—and highlights how critical community resources are in k...

A Tulsa HVAC tech was threatened with a firearm during a routine service call — a terrifying incident that’s not an isolated one. It follows the tragic death of a Houston technician last week, underscoring the daily risks these essential workers face. Cassie Pound of Quality Heating and Air is demanding systemic change and better protections for her team, reminding everyone these are real people —...

Owasso Public Schools is transforming its eighth-grade center with major upgrades including a tornado-safe cafeteria, new classrooms, science labs, and a brand-new production kitchen—all funded by community-approved bond packages. The on-site kitchen will eliminate food delivery delays, ensuring fresher meals and smoother operations. Parents and students are thrilled, especially with safety as a t...

Wagoner County Sheriff’s Office teams up with local businesses and the Oklahoma Animal Alliance to feed pets in need, thanks to a generous Tractor Supply Co. donation that fuels their Badges & Paws program — a lifesaving initiative helping abused, neglected, and seized animals while supporting families who can’t afford pet food. Sheriff Chris Elliott calls the Alliance their most vital partner, an...

Graham Platner’s Senate bid in Maine is over after he withdrew amid sexual assault allegations he denies, leaving Democrats scrambling to find a new candidate to challenge Republican Susan Collins before July 27th. Once hailed as an outsider with progressive backing, Platner’s campaign promised a break from the political establishment — but his exit leaves a major gap in the party’s strategy for s...

Seniors at Woodland Manor are furious as trash piles up weeks after dumpsters vanished during a waste management switch—owners say temporary bins aren’t enough, neighbors demand respect, and cleanup’s promised for the weekend, but residents remain stranded without basic services. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@the...

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Spain shocks the world with a last-gasp 2-1 win over Belgium, thanks to Mikel Merino’s heroic 88th-minute goal — his second clutch strike in as many knockout games. After taking the lead via Fabián Ruiz, Spain held firm until Courtois’s injury forced a goalkeeper change, setting the stage for Merino’s dramatic rebound finish. With their 37-match unbeaten streak intact, Spain now turns their focus...

Wall Street’s AI momentum keeps soaring as indexes climb, SK Hynix’s Wall Street debut sparks wild gains, oil dips and yields rise, while global markets stay mixed — all signs investors are betting big on tech’s future, with the Nasdaq leading the pack up 13.1% this year. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai T...

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Tulsa Riverside Airport is back in business after a dramatic crash involving a vintage 1966 Piper plane that flipped over Thursday evening—thanks to swift emergency response, two people survived and were hospitalized. The FAA and NTSB are now investigating, while the airport praised first responders and the community’s patience during the brief shutdown. Safety remains the top priority as the prob...

In a heart-stopping North Tulsa incident, a 20-year-old woman lunged at a toddler during a burglary, sparking a terrifying standoff that ended with a K-9 bite and her arrest. The mother’s fierce grip on her child and swift police response turned a routine evening into a dramatic tale of courage and justice. Gonzalez now faces serious charges, including attempted kidnapping and burglary — a chillin...

Wagoner County deputies pulled off a slick sting: posing as a teen on dating apps to catch a predator who escalated to planning a meet-up — and got arrested at McDonald’s instead. Charges include lewd acts and child exploitation. Sheriff says protecting kids is top priority — and parents should stay vigilant online. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount...

A 20-year-old woman in Tulsa, Oklahoma, was arrested after allegedly attempting to snatch a 3-year-old child from her mother’s arms during a terrifying nighttime home invasion. The suspect, accompanied by two men, confronted the family outside — when the mom called police, the men fled but the woman lunged for the child. After failing to pull her away, she bolted into the house through an unlocked...

Nigeria’s security crisis just got more alarming—and more hopeful: over 40 students snatched from southwest schools in Oyo State, a region rarely hit by kidnappings, have been rescued in a dramatic government operation that also led to the arrest of eight militants. This marks a critical escalation in the country’s security challenges, but also a hard-won victory in protecting vulnerable lives. Li...

King Charles III finally reunites with Prince Harry and the grandkids at Highgrove House after six years of estrangement — a major moment amid ongoing security tensions, tabloid lawsuits, and unresolved family rifts. Harry, recently back in the UK for charity events, faced last-minute palace hurdles before the meeting, while his legal battle against the Daily Mail ended in defeat. This emotional g...