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Homeland Security admits Oklahoma raid targeted wrong people

Apr 30, 2025 11:00 PM EDT

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security admits they know the mom and three daughters who say ICE agents left them traumatized when they raided their Oklahoma City home were not the suspects they were after.


Mustang mayor faces allegations of child sex abuse

Apr 29, 2025 11:00 PM EDT

An Oklahoma woman is speaking out with allegations that she was sexually abused in her church. She says it happened years ago when she was a teenage youth group member of a large Southern Baptist church.


Childcare centers begin to close as state changes funding formula

Apr 29, 2025 07:30 PM EDT

Hundreds of parents are left looking for new child care centers after some are closing due to new regulations signed by the governor earlier this year. In March, childcare center experts said 800 kids lost their spots at a childcare center due to closures.


One person dead, deputy injured after Pottawatomie County water rescue

Apr 30, 2025 04:37 PM EDT

One person died and a deputy was injured Wednesday afternoon following a water rescue in Pottawatomie County.


Dept. of Mental Health explains millions in unused pandemic dollars

Apr 30, 2025 07:55 PM EDT

The commissioner for the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services was at the Capitol Wednesday answering questions about millions in unused pandemic dollars.


'We're citizens!': Oklahoma City family traumatized after ICE raids home, but they weren't suspects

Apr 29, 2025 07:15 AM EDT

A woman says her family’s fresh start in Oklahoma turned into a nightmare after federal immigration agents raided their home, taking their phones, laptops, and life savings


Several families rescued from flooding in Lexington

Apr 30, 2025 07:50 PM EDT

Several water rescues happened in Lexington on Wednesday, forcing multiple families to evacuate.


Heated exchange as SCOTUS hears arguments on nations first religious charter school

Apr 30, 2025 07:27 PM EDT

The United States Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that could green light the first religious school funded by taxpayer dollars in the U.S.


'People will die': OKC family justice center loses federal funding for a third of its staff

Apr 30, 2025 07:30 PM EDT

Palomar: Oklahoma City's Family Justice Center serves those who are fleeing domestic abuse, human trafficking, sexual assault or criminal violence. Each year, Palomar serves around 6,000 victims, but now federal cuts are threatening its services.


'De-stressor dog': INTEGRIS Health highlights National Therapy Animal Day

Apr 30, 2025 06:49 PM EDT

Intergris Health is showcasing National Therapy Animal Day at its facilities with beloved volunteers: Kasper the therapy dog and his handler, Cheryl.


Law on stiffer penalties for accessory to murder heads to governor's desk

Apr 30, 2025 06:16 PM EDT

House Bill 1001 was authored by Rep. Steve Bashore (R-Miami) and passed through the House easily in March. It would require anyone convicted of accessory to murder to serve at least 85% of their sentence before they are considered for parole.


Wewoka authorities perform water rescues during active flooding

Apr 30, 2025 06:07 PM EDT

The Wewoka Fire Department's Facebook page is highlighting drivers in the area who faced water rescues as storms continue throughout the state.


Trump says he 'could' return Abrego Garcia to US, but won't

Apr 30, 2025 06:06 PM EDT

The back-and-forth comes after the Trump administration acknowledged in court filings that Abrego Garcia’s deportation was an “administrative error,” but has resisted the Supreme Court's order to facilitate his return.


Hegseth 'proud' to end Women, Peace and Security program

Apr 30, 2025 06:00 PM EDT

Hegseth’s move to dismantle the program is particularly notable given that Trump signed the program into law in 2017, after it was backed by multiple members of his current Cabinet while they were members of Congress.


Amazon denies reported plans to display tariff costs after White House criticism

Apr 30, 2025 05:55 PM EDT

Amazon is pushing back against reports that the e-commerce giant is planning to display how much President Donald Trump's tariffs added to the cost, stating these plans were not approved and "not going to happen."


Toby Keith's dreams to come true at Kentucky Derby

Apr 30, 2025 05:53 PM EDT

The horse starting out of gate 15 during Kentucky Derby 151 won't have the greatest odds of winning, but it does hold sentimental value.


SE Oklahoma City home destroyed by fire after lightning strike

Apr 30, 2025 05:48 PM EDT

Massive flames engulfed a southeast Oklahoma City home after it was struck by lightning on Wednesday morning.


Vietnam veterans reflect on the war

Apr 30, 2025 05:09 PM EDT

The nation remembers the heroes who served our country in the Vietnam war, as we mark 50 years since its end.


Authorities search for woman in Elk City, asks for public help

Apr 30, 2025 05:08 PM EDT

The Elk City Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a woman with an active arrest warrant.


Supreme Court weighs religious liberty at charter schools

Apr 30, 2025 04:53 PM EDT

The Supreme Court is considering whether public funding can go toward religious charter schools.