It would mean larger Social Security payments for almost 3 million recipients but will cost $194 billion and likely drain already-hemorrhaging Social Security reserves faster.
An EF-3 tornado damaged or destroyed hundreds of homes in eastern Oklahoma County on Nov. 3, 2024. Rocky Campbell and Emily Swenson said they were able to survive the storm by gathering their family into the closet.
Today, Nov. 16 marks 117 years of Oklahoma's Statehood.In 1907 President Theodore Roosevelt signed a proclamation making Oklahoma the 46th state in the Union.
Emily Swenson and Rocky Campbell tell FOX Weather their harrowing tale of survival of how they had to ride out an EF-3 tornado in their bedroom closet.
Oklahoma school districts are responding after State Superintendent Ryan Walters sent district superintendents across the state a video that he said must be shown in classrooms.
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt is asking the Commissioner of Public Safety to begin preparing for the mass deportation of illegal immigrants in Oklahoma prisons when President-elect Donald Trump takes office.
The once-fertile earth beneath Harvey Schroeder’s feet has been cracked and dry for months. Last month was among the driest Octobers in Oklahoma history. Rain finally fell toward the end of the month and beginning of November,
Oklahoma will receive $11.2 million for Digital Equity Plans.The Biden-Harris administration is awarding more than $68 million in grant applications from Delaw
The Oklahoma Film + Music Office launched a new program in Atoka on Thursday. Local and state leaders gathered at Reba's Place to learn about the Oklahoma Music Friendly Community Program. A panel talked about how the initiative will help cities and artists by attracting and retaining economic opportunities.
OKLAHOMA — Oklahoma students now must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to graduate from a public high school. The new law starts with the 2024-2025 school year, following Senate Bill 93.
State Superintendent Ryan Walters says more than 500 Bibles were purchased on Thursday for use in Advanced Placement (AP) Government classrooms.According to Wa
Lich Vu has been in the hospital since the Oct. 27 incident that left him with a brain bleed and a broken neck. The altercation with the police officer involved a dispute over a traffic ticket.
Members of the Oklahoma Incentive Evaluation Commission voted Thursday to recommend retention of the Oklahoma Film Enhancement Rebate and 10 other incentive programs designed to stimulate the state’s economy.
Mexican national Simon Velazquez Hernandez was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for methamphetamine trafficking after being caught with 40 pounds of the drug concealed as Christmas gifts.
Four years ago, lawmakers passed a bill requiring all Oklahoma public schools to offer at least four Advanced Placement courses. It went into effect this fall. But, most schools still aren’t teaching four AP courses — and rural schools say the law has had little impact.
Oklahoma is taking steps to address the statewide nursing shortage. The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education and the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education recently signed a memorandum of understanding that creates guidelines ...
This comes after accounts of a separate incident, where Hiett allegedly propositioned a female OCC employee at a reception for a law firm that represents Oklahoma’s three largest utilities, then drove away intoxicated. Republican state Reps. Tom Gann of ...
A couple of the younger teams competing out West face off fir the first of four times this season on Wednesday, Nov. 14 when the Oklahoma City Thunder welcome the New Orleans Pelicans to Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. The 9-2 Thunder have alternated wins ...
After community outcry regarding corruption going on in the Department of Human Services, the grand jury has made a decision. 2News' Isabel Flores speaks with a mother pushing for justice.
OKLAHOMA CITY — The state Emergency Drought Committee will continue to roll out an assistance program to help Oklahoma farmers and producers who are suffering from the drought, despite a recent increase in rainfall.
Beers was the AP Player of the Week for her dominant performances last week. The 6-foot-4 Oregon State transfer became the first Sooners player in 16 seasons to have back-to-back games with at least 20 points and 14 rebounds.
The Oklahoma Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the case of Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner Todd Hiett, who is accused of groping a man at a work conference over the summer. Although Hiett is not charged with a crime, the lawsuit against Hiett ...
Spend a peaceful afternoon by taking a stroll or a jog along the loop trail at John H. Saxon Park in Norman, Oklahoma. The trail is 1.8 miles in length and you can bring your pup as it is very dog-friendly. And keep your eyes peeled for wildlife as you explore this tranquil park.
The Oklahoma Supreme Court struck down an order prohibiting municipalities from collecting franchise fees and other fees or taxes on costs from Winter Storm Uri. The justices reversed the Corporation Commission’s order Wednesday and remanded the case back to the board.
A driver escaped to safety after a car caught fire early Monday morning in northwest Oklahoma City. Authorities told KOCO 5 that the car fire happened around 3:30 a.m. near Northwest 10th Street and May Avenue. The driver was able to escape with all of his belongings. No injuries were reported. The cause of the car fire is unknown.
Unfortunately for Oklahoma, Jackson Arnold’s turnover issues resurfaced early against Missouri. In the first quarter, After a nice scramble for a first down, Arnold had the football punched loose from his grasp and it was recovered by the Tigers.
TULSA, Okla. — A Tulsa business hopes to honor more than a hundred heroes by making Veterans Day a much longer celebration. That's why Toms Men's Haircuts is thanking veterans for their service by providing free service. "It's just our way to give back," said Toms Men's Haircuts owner Justin Moore.
