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08/01/2024

In a unique and powerful new production of fantasy classic "Cinderella," Lyric presents a groundbreaking incorporation of sign language and broad inclusion. | Brett Fieldcamp has this review | Music column sponsored by True Sky Credit Union

In a unique and powerful new production of fantasy classic "Cinderella," Lyric presents a groundbreaking incorporation of sign language and broad inclusion.

08/01/2024

In bloody Sunday killings 1 suspect, 3 victims named so far | Brett Dickerson reports

In the course of four hours Sunday evening three people were shot to death. One suspect has been arrested and booked. But police are still looking for others.

08/01/2024

The nine members of the state Charter School Board could face contempt following another meeting in which they rebuffed an order from the Okla Supreme Court. | Jennifer Palmer reports

The nine members of the state Charter School Board could face contempt following another meeting in which they rebuffed an order from the Okla Supreme Court.

08/01/2024

NEW - Jennifer, a resident of Gage, Oklahoma, claimed a Grand Fortune Scratcher top prize worth $1,000,000 at the Oklahoma Lottery Winner Center. | Staff reports

Jennifer, a resident of Gage, Oklahoma, claimed a Grand Fortune Scratcher top prize worth $1,000,000 at the Oklahoma Lottery Winner Center.

07/31/2024

NEW - OKCMOA is proud to be a venue for the world’s #1 cat video festival this weekend! | Staff reports

OKCMOA is proud to be a venue for the world’s #1 cat video festival this weekend!

07/31/2024

NEW - OKLAHOMA CITY -- In the course of four hours Sunday evening three people were shot to death. One of the victims lived long enough to... | Brett Dickerson - Editor reports

OKLAHOMA CITY -- In the course of four hours Sunday evening three people were shot to death. One of the victims lived long enough to be taken to the hospital before dying. The other two were already dead when police arrived. The three deaths are being counted by the Oklahoma City Police Department a...

07/31/2024

NEW - The Regional Food Bank of OK announces seven new members to its Board of Directors and two to its Foundation Board of Directors. | Staff reports

The Regional Food Bank of OK announces seven new members to its Board of Directors and two to its Foundation Board of Directors.

07/31/2024

NEW - In a unique and powerful new production of fantasy classic "Cinderella," Lyric presents a groundbreaking incorporation of sign language and broad inclusion. | Brett Fieldcamp reports

In a unique and powerful new production of fantasy classic "Cinderella," Lyric presents a groundbreaking incorporation of sign language and broad inclusion.

07/31/2024

Brigitte Biffle is the new Chief Public Defender of Oklahoma County and succeeding the revered Robert “Bob” Ravitz who recruited her specifically to take the reigns. | Zoe Elrod reports

Brigitte Biffle is the new Chief Public Defender of Okla County. She succeeds the revered Robert “Bob” Ravitz who recruited her specifically to take the reigns.

07/31/2024

August brings a wave of cinema classics both historical and modern, each celebrating a landmark anniversary in OKC theaters this month. | Brett Fieldcamp has the rundown - Film Column by Oklahoma City Museum of Art

August brings a wave of cinema classics both historical and modern, each celebrating a landmark anniversary in OKC theaters this month.

07/31/2024

A detainee in the Oklahoma County Detention Center or Jail was found dead in his cell during breakfast Monday, July 29. | Brett Dickerson reports

A detainee in the Oklahoma County Detention Center or Jail was found dead in his cell during breakfast Monday, July 29.

07/31/2024

NEW - The nine members of the state Charter School Board could face contempt following another meeting in which they rebuffed an order from the Okla Supreme Court. | Jennifer Palmer at Oklahoma Watch reports

The nine members of the state Charter School Board could face contempt following another meeting in which they rebuffed an order from the Okla Supreme Court.

07/31/2024

NEW - The OK Dept. of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services is clarifying their procedures and safeguards in response to recent concerns. | Staff reports

The OK Dept. of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services is clarifying their procedures and safeguards in response to recent concerns.

07/30/2024

NEW - Oklahoma AG Drummond has requested that clemency be denied for Littlejohn who was sentenced to death following a murder conviction. | Staff reports

Oklahoma AG Drummond has requested that clemency be denied for Littlejohn who was sentenced to death following a murder conviction.

07/30/2024

NEW - A coalition of civil rights groups wants records related to a new OK DOE mandate that the Bible be incorporated into public school teachings. | Staff reports

A coalition of civil rights groups wants records related to a new OK DOE mandate that the Bible be incorporated into public school teachings.

07/30/2024

NEW - August brings a wave of cinema classics both historical and modern, each celebrating a landmark anniversary in OKC theaters this month. | Brett Fieldcamp reports

August brings a wave of cinema classics both historical and modern, each celebrating a landmark anniversary in OKC theaters this month.

07/30/2024

NEW - A detainee in the Oklahoma County Detention Center or Jail was found dead in his cell during breakfast Monday, July 29. | Brett Dickerson - Editor reports

A detainee in the Oklahoma County Detention Center or Jail was found dead in his cell during breakfast Monday, July 29.

07/30/2024

Brigitte Biffle is the new Chief Public Defender of Oklahoma County and succeeds the revered Robert “Bob” Ravitz who recruited her specifically to take the reigns. | Zoe Elrod reports

Brigitte Biffle is the new Chief Public Defender of Okla County. She succeeds the revered Robert “Bob” Ravitz who recruited her specifically to take the reigns.

07/30/2024

Santiago Ramones, a rocker inspired by art, will host an upcoming event at The Plaza to raise funds for his journey to obtain citizenship and to shed light on the struggles faced by immigrants. | Brett Fieldcamp has the info

Art-rocker Santiago Ramones is hosting an upcoming show in The Plaza to raise funds to complete his citizenship journey and bring awareness to immigrant causes.

07/30/2024

NEW - Three individuals have been sentenced for participating in an international scheme with a retail value of over $88 million. | Staff reports

Three individuals have been sentenced for participating in an international scheme with a retail value of over $88 million.

07/29/2024

NEW - The OKC Zoo announces family fun happenings for Asian Elephant Awareness Day and World Elephant Month in August. | Staff reports

The OKC Zoo announces family fun happenings for Asian Elephant Awareness Day and World Elephant Month in August.

07/29/2024

NEW - The Choctaw Nation of OK Tribal Council is opposing a hydropower project proposed by the Southeast Oklahoma Power Corp. | Staff reports

The Choctaw Nation of OK Tribal Council is opposing a hydropower project proposed by the Southeast Oklahoma Power Corp.

07/29/2024

Look no further than Dado's Pizza on Oklahoma City's North Side for New York-style pizza with that thin, chewy crust and big, foldable slices. | Greg Elwell has this review

For New York-style pizza with that thin, chewy crust and big, foldable slices, look no further than Dado's Pizza on Oklahoma City's North Side.

07/29/2024

Brigitte Biffle is the new Chief Public Defender of Okla County and succeeds the revered Robert “Bob” Ravitz who recruited her specifically to take the reigns. | Zoe Elrod reports

Brigitte Biffle is the new Chief Public Defender of Okla County. She succeeds the revered Robert “Bob” Ravitz who recruited her specifically to take the reigns.

07/29/2024

At the end of the first month when the first two of OKC Fire Dept's new ambulances were put into service, two more are being fitted to enter service soon. | Brett Fieldcamp reports

At the end of the first month where the first two of OKC Fire Dept's new ambulances were put into service, two more are being fitted to enter service soon.

07/29/2024

Brigitte Biffle is the new Chief Public Defender of Okla County. She succeeds the revered Robert “Bob” Ravitz who recruited her specifically to take the reigns. | Zoe Elrod reports

Brigitte Biffle is the new Chief Public Defender of Okla County. She succeeds the revered Robert “Bob” Ravitz who recruited her specifically to take the reigns.

07/28/2024

SQ 832 $15 min wage petition gets twice the needed signatures. But, will a new law recently signed allow it onto the Nov ballot? | Labor reporter Alex Gatley has the information

Workers for the Raise the Wage campaign turned in their petition signatures to the Oklahoma Secretary of State Monday.

07/28/2024

Theaters in OKC are showcasing a variety of international films this summer, offering a glimpse into diverse perspectives and emotions from around the world. | Brett Fieldcamp has the info

Alongside the summer's big-budget bombast, OKC theaters are rolling out some creative foreign features that take you inside hearts and minds around the globe.

07/28/2024

Santiago Ramones, a rocker inspired by art, will be hosting an upcoming event at The Plaza to raise funds for his journey to obtain citizenship and to shed light on the struggles faced by immigrants. | Brett Fieldcamp has the info

Art-rocker Santiago Ramones is hosting an upcoming show in The Plaza to raise funds to complete his citizenship journey and bring awareness to immigrant causes.

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Having a great time at Uptown23rd Outside inaugural event!

Covering a news conference about Wayne Coyne’s art piece that he has put on loan to the City for ten years.

WATCH LIVE | Oklahoma City Mayoral Debate

OKC MAYORAL DEBATE: Three of OKC's four mayoral candidates are discussing the issues tonight. Hosted by NonDoc's Tres Savage and News 9's Storme Jones. This debate is being streaming on the News 9 website, news app, streaming app and page but is also being crossposted to NonDoc's page, the Oklahoma Gazette's page, the Oklahoma City Free Press's page and the page for the League of Women Voters.

We’re proud that deadCenter Film Festival has developed into a major creative showcase for filmmakers. And, we always have a great time covering the festival!

Jabee talks about organizing the festival and the performers

Editor Brett Dickerson caught a quick interview with Jabee, the organizer of Juneteenth on the East 2021 about the challenges of organizing a street festival, and then he talked about how he got Propaganda to come in from LA and Sa-Roc to come in from Atlanta.