Oklahoma Voice: Economists say job losses likely, even as shutdown delays report

Friday’s jobs report is missing in action because of the federal shutdown, but economists are finding other ways of measuring apparent job losses concentrated in Midwestern states and oil country. Unemployment could continue to rise, especially...

Oklahoma City University launches scholarships for OKCPS students

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City University announced two new scholarship programs to make college more affordable for students attending Oklahoma City Public Schools. The OKCPS Scholarship and OKCPS Academic Success Scholarship provide financial...

Business Strategy: GO vote on October 14

Kenton Tsoodle October 14 is your opportunity to impact Oklahoma City by voting in the special election for the 2025 General Obligation (GO) Bond. The bond includes $2.7 billion to fund 547 projects across the city. The projects included are vital...

Oklahoma signs $100M contract to house detained migrants in Watonga facility

Summary: – Oklahoma signs $100M contract with CoreCivic to house ICE detainees. – Watonga‘s long-idle Diamondback prison to reopen early next year. – State troopers now certified to arrest for immigration violations. The long-shuttered Diamondback...

Oklahoma college student says he was scolded by faculty after wearing Trump hat during Charlie Kirk tribute

Student debaters David Khait and Lance Johnston, inspired by Charlie Kirk, join ‘Fox News @ Night’ to share how they are continuing traditions of open and civil debate. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! An Oklahoma State University...

What’s open and closed on Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples in Oklahoma?

Oklahomans can expect several closures on Monday, Oct. 13, as the nation observes Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day, a federal holiday also recognized in Oklahoma. While the day is officially observed by government offices, not all businesses...

United Indian Nations of Oklahoma's quarterly meeting to be Oct. 8

TULSA — The United Indian Nations of Oklahoma will hold its next quarterly meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, at Osage Casino Hotel Tulsa at 951 W. 36th St. N. in Tulsa. Tribal leaders, state and federal officials and community partners will...

Oklahoma country star Zach Bryan condemns ICE in teaser for new song 

Oklahoma native Zach Bryan seems to be taking a stand against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in a teaser for his new song. Bryan's new song, titled "Bad News," includes some lyrics regarding the current political climate of the nation as...

UTD Places Eighth in Oklahoma

Via University of Texas at Dallas Athletics, 1h ago DUNCAN, Okla. – The UT Dallas men’s golf team finished in eighth place at the Hrnciar at Territory Golf & Country Club Tuesday. The Comets were 22-over-par with a 292-284-310=886. UT Permina...

How new research led to North Dakota tornado's EF5 upgrade

A powerful tornado struck Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20, causing significant damage and leading to a rare EF5 classification after new research. FOX 9's Cody Matz breaks down how the research led to the upgrade. ENDERLIN, N.D. (FOX 9) - A...

University of Oklahoma Scientist Secures Funding to Connect Molecular Insights with Tissue Architecture

In a groundbreaking advancement poised to redefine cellular disease research, Dr. Marmar Moussa, an assistant professor at the University of Oklahoma’s School of Computer Science and Stephenson School of Biomedical Engineering, has been honored...

Oklahoma Cotton Harvest Nears: Heat Units Accelerate Boll Opening and Focus Shifts to Harvest Aids

Pic Courtesy of Mark Nichols near Altus Oklahoma’s cotton harvest is rapidly approaching, with many fields already showing open bolls across the state. In a recent update, OSU Cotton Extension Specialist Jenny Dudak shared with Farm Director KC...

The Jay Jones Problem: When the Left Shrugs at Political Violence (COMMENTARY)

So let me get this straight. A candidate for Virginia's top law enforcement position once texted about putting "two bullets to the head" of a Republican legislator, wished the man's kids would "die in their mother's arms," and asked whether the...

New report pinpoints the missing middle between poverty and stability in Oklahoma

LOCAL Kimberly Marsh, The Oklahoma Eagle Using the ALICE measurement, more Oklahoma households are experiencing poverty than by federal standards. Photo: Adobe stock Mike Ward, a barista at Fulton Street Books & Coffee, makes about $20,000 less...

Tuition equity is an investment in Oklahoma's future, not a handout Vance Winningham 

I was disappointed to see Oklahoma’s attorney general turn his back on young people who’ve grown up in our communities, graduated from our schools and only want to build a better future with a college education. Yet today, that promise is gone in...

Oklahoma trans woman fired over Charlie Kirk comments was nearly driven to suicide

Degrading comments and death threats came fast and furious on Paula Sofia Schonauer’s social media. The director of the Counseling Center at Oklahoma City University, who is transgender, had commented on the death of right-wing, anti-LGBTQ+...

Ben Hale: Strong Calf Demand and Steady Feeder Market at Oklahoma National Stockyards

Listen here to Ron Hays and Ben Hale On Tuesdays, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays visits with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions as he talks about the latest in the markets and more. Established in 1995, Western has grown into a...

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt

Body Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt addressed a group of approximately 60 California business people who gathered Oct. 3 at the Los Angeles Athletic Club. Stitt and entrepreneur Chet Hitt, a native of Apple Valley, California, flew to L.A. to describe...

What's that new business coming to Montana Street in far East El Paso?

What’s That? This is a regular series that follows construction projects in El Paso. Discover what’s being built, the locations, and the potential impact on your community. If you notice a construction site and ask yourself, "What's That?" send us...

The Jay Jones Problem: When the Left Shrugs at Political Violence

So let me get this straight. A guy running to be Virginia's top law enforcement officer once texted about putting "two bullets to the head" of a Republican legislator, wished the man's kids would "die in their mother's arms," and asked whether the...