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12+ hour, 51+ min ago (413+ words) MVP Gilgeous-Alexander returns to action against the Suns tonight at 6:30 p.m. Thunder Reporter Steve McGehee brings the latest. The Oklahoma City Thunder have been the talk of the NBA all season, but Wednesday night offers a chance to add another historic chapter. With a spot in the NBA Cup semifinals on the line, OKC hosts the Phoenix Suns at Paycom Center a rematch of one of the Thunder's few tightly contested games this year. The storyline writes itself:A 15-game winning streak. A 231 start. A chance to set a new franchise record.And the possibility of doing it against a Suns team still searching for answers. After the Thunder edged Phoenix 123119 back on Nov. 28, Devin Booker had a simple takeaway. "They do speed you up" They're aggressive" They have multiple defenders out there who get after it every time.Figuring the…...

17+ hour, 52+ min ago (276+ words) TULSA, OKLA (KTUL) " Rural homelessness is a growing issue in Oklahoma, often overlooked as individuals in these areas tend to stay in cars, sheds, or temporary spaces rather than on city streets. According to the Oklahoma Policy Institute, 5,497 people in the state are experiencing homelessness, but underreporting may mean the actual number is ten times higher. Sarah Frye, director of Ada Homeless Services, emphasized the widespread nature of the issue. "I hate to break it to you, but just because you don't see it doesn't mean there aren't homeless people in your area," Frye said. "There are homeless people all across rural Oklahoma." The latest count from the Oklahoma Policy Institute shows a sharp increase in homelessness compared to last year and even more so compared to the late 2000s. Oklahoma ranks higher in homelessness than neighboring states like Texas, Arkansas,…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago (299+ words) Cory Nightingale, a former sportswriter and sports editor at the Miami Herald and Palm Beach Post, is a South Florida-based freelance writer who covers Alabama for SaturdayDownSouth.com. This article/post contains references to products or services from one or more of our advertisers or partners. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products or services. Oklahoma wants to help its football team beat SEC rival Alabama in any way possible on Dec. 19 in Norman, and so the school announced earlier this week that it's going to try to help its student body in that pursuit. With No. 8 seed Oklahoma getting ready to face the 9th-seeded Crimson Tide in a primetime clash on ABC and ESPN that will kick off at 8 p.m. ET, the school didn't waste any time in announcing some very important changes that should…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago (42+ words) Eric Froton and Vaughn Dalzell each give their favorite bets for the College Football Playoff matchup between Alabama and Oklahoma, explaining why the over and the Crimson Tide on the moneyline are their picks. Expect Alabama and Oklahoma to clear low total...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago (215+ words) The holiday season brings more gatherings, travel, and end of year celebrations. It also brings a higher risk of impaired driving, according to the Oklahoma ABLE Commission. Agents say December consistently sees an increase in drivers who get behind the wheel after drinking, and law enforcement statewide is preparing for stepped up enforcement. The ABLE Commission says impaired driving typically climbs throughout December as people attend office parties, family events and other festivities. Many celebrations involve alcohol, and officials say too many people still choose to drive afterward. ABLE agents are working with local police departments and state troopers to identify high traffic corridors and nightlife hotspots. Officers will be looking for signs of impairment and will be increasing patrols throughout the month. Because ABLE regulates alcohol distribution, officials say they are also checking that businesses and customers are serving…...

1+ day, 20+ hour ago (170+ words) District Attorney and Lawton native Dan Jacobsma announced his candidacy for election to continue serving the people of Oklahoma's 3rd district. LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - District Attorney and Lawton native Dan Jacobsma announced his candidacy for election to continue serving the people of Oklahoma's 3rd district. The district includes Jackson, Greer, Harmon, Kiowa, and Tillman Counties. His term as District Attorney initially began in 2024 following an appointment by Governor Kevin Stitt. In a statement, Jacobsma says "his mission is to protect our communities, uphold justice, and ensure that every citizen's voice is heard." LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - District Attorney and Lawton native Dan Jacobsma announced his candidacy for election to continue serving the people of Oklahoma's 3rd district. The district includes Jackson, Greer, Harmon, Kiowa, and Tillman Counties. His term as District Attorney initially began in 2024 following an appointment by Governor Kevin Stitt. In a…...

2+ day, 1+ hour ago (554+ words) Alabama football played well in many areas against Oklahoma, but issues in a few crucial spots made the difference in the game. As a result, No. 8 Oklahoma beat No. 9 Alabama 23-21 in November at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Now, the College Football Playoff will provide the Crimson Tide (10-3) with the opportunity to avenge the loss. Alabama will face Oklahoma on Friday, Dec. 19 (7 p.m. CT, ABC/ESPN) in Norman, Oklahoma in the first round of the 12-team playoff. For Alabama to beat the Sooners (10-2) this time around and advance to the Rose Bowl, here are three areas the Crimson Tide needs to fix from the loss in November. Eli Bowen made Ty Simpson pay. Bowen picked off the Alabama quarterback and took the interception 87 yards to the end zone. That became one of only two touchdowns the Sooners scored all day. That's the thing. Alabama's…...

2+ day, 6+ hour ago (162+ words) AFTON, Okla. (KAKE) - Authorities in northeastern Oklahoma say a 4-year-old girl was accidentally shot and killed by her older brother last week." Afton Police Chief Ernie Shelby says he responded at around 2:30 p.m. to the report of a shooting. He said Fire Chief Brad Jones informed him that the gun belonged to his brother, the father of the shooter and victim, identified by her obituary as Hayzel Jones." The fire chief's brother said he kept the gun, a Ruger .380, in a holder on a shelf, according to a police report. He "thought (the gun) was too high for the children to reach and he believed the gun was unloaded." EMS took Hayzel to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead." Hayzel's obituary says she loved animals and the color purple. She was laid to rest on Friday. Afton is about 75 miles…...

2+ day, 7+ hour ago (341+ words) A longtime destination for climbers in Oklahoma City has announced it will close its doors before the end of the month. The Silos, located south of Bricktown, first opened in 1999. Its first owner reimagined the site of old grain silos, when the area had heavier agricultural influence. More than 25 years later, its current ownership announced it can't pay its bills and is not profitable. The current owners of The Silos, who also own Stratus in Norman, purchased the iconic Oklahoma City business in 2023. They continued to lease the property; same as the predecessors before them. General manager Matthew Merideth says the decision to close has been hard on the community. "Broken hearts," he said. "It's really difficult to just think about this place being gone." Every operator has faced unique challenges in maintaining the facility. Inside the facility, there's a…...

2+ day, 8+ hour ago (146+ words) (KXII) - The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs is preparing to honor veterans with two "Wreaths Across America" ceremonies this weekend, including one in Ardmore. The events will be held at two state veterans" cemeteries in Oklahoma on Saturday, December 13, including the Seaman First Class Billy Turner Veterans Cemetery in Ardmore at noon and another at Union Soldiers Cemetery in Oklahoma City. "These ceremonies are meaningful reminders of the service and sacrifice of Oklahoma"s veterans," said Jamee Cassity, ODVA Director of Memorial Affairs. "Wreaths Across America brings communities together in a shared mission to honor our nation"s heroes during the holiday season. We are grateful for the sponsoring organizations and the volunteers who make these events possible each year." Both ceremonies will feature wreath placements, guest speakers, and moments of reflection to honor Oklahoma veterans. The wreath ceremonies will…...