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Oklahoma kids return to school as flu-like illnesses surge across 40+ states
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (256+ words) TULSA, Okla. " As Oklahoma children return to classrooms today after the holiday break, health officials are warning about a concerning surge in flu-like illnesses sweeping across the nation. More than 40 states are experiencing high increases in flu-like symptoms reported in…...
From Google to aerospace giants: Oklahoma's record-breaking investment year
1+ week, 1+ day ago (371+ words) TULSA, Okla. " Oklahoma experienced economic expansion in 2025, with investments in aerospace, energy diversification, and corporate development driving job creation and revenue growth across the state. Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell highlighted the state's achievements as 2025 draws to a close, emphasizing Oklahoma's…...
"WE'RE GOING TO REVIVE OKLAHOMA!": Family hopes to bring Oklahoma! back to historic Discoveryland
2+ mon, 12+ hour ago (474+ words) SAND SPRINGS, Okla. " An Oklahoma family is working to revive the musical Oklahoma!at its historic home at Discoveryland in Sand Springs, where the show ran for more than 3 decades. Kelly and Tim Jackson recently purchased the landmark venue, once…...
Mayor Nichols sits down with 2 News Oklahoma
2+ mon, 2+ day ago (1071+ words) TULSA, Okla. " Mayor Monroe Nichols sat down with 2 News Oklahoma for the first of what is a monthly segment to talk about issues in Tulsa. Nichols and 2 News Today Anchor Christine Stanwood talked about some of the biggest topics in…...
PragerU releases Oklahoma Teacher Qualification Test
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (192+ words) TULSA, Okla. " PragerU released its Oklahoma Teacher Qualification Test, which Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters said will be required for teacher applicants transferring in from out of state. The plan to use the test was announced earlier this year, part…...
Oklahoma Turnpike Authority worker killed in crash on Will Rogers Turnpike
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (178+ words) TULSA, Okla. " Oklahoma Highway Patrol said a semi-truck hit two Oklahoma Turnpike Authority workers. The accident happened at about 2 p.m. on Aug. 18, near eastbound mile marker 315, in Ottawa County. OHP said one worker was inside an OTA vehicle, while the other…...
POSITIVELY OKLAHOMA: Tulsa Gaming Seniors level up to Nationals
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (501+ words) TULSA, Okla. " They might not strike you as gamers, but the University Village Retirement Community seniors will tell you Nintendo is right up their alley. "Now we can beat them young kids!" said resident Cecelia Basarich. A few times a…...
Oklahoma's Cold Case Files: Justice for Alfred (Trey) Seymore
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (378+ words) TULSA, OK " Often, when we discuss cold cases, grief and heartache are involved. And although you can't bring a family's loved one back, sometimes you can bring them some answers. The Tulsa Police Department was able to do just that…...
Oklahoma cooling assistance programs now accepting applications
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (449+ words) TULSA, Okla. " As temperatures begin to soar across Oklahoma, several programs are now accepting applications to help residents keep cool during the hot summer months. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) began taking applications today for its summer…...
Oklahoma lawmakers remove ODMHSAS Commissioner from office
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (283+ words) OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. " Lawmakers from both the House and Senate have voted to remove Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) Commissioner Allie Friesen. This comes after months of ongoing budget issues within the agency. On May…...