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Oklahoma, Texas food banks lament food benefit cuts in tax bill

News Channel 6 - Texas · July 3, 2025

TEXOMA (KAUZ) - President Trump’s signature legislative package has passed both chambers of Congress, and now awaits the president’s signature tomorrow. Among the heavy cuts to government programs are a shifting of some financial burdens for food...

I won't stop speaking about the cruel dismantling of work at USAID

The Oklahoman ·

As of July 1, USAID is finished, and I can speak. So I will. From an early age, I was drawn to people — their strength, their joy, their struggles, their stories. I grew up in Mustang, Oklahoma. Many of the women in my family chose lives of...

Oklahoma hospitals faced closure before the 'big, beautiful bill.' Medicaid cuts amplify those fears

KOCO 5 - Oklahoma · July 3, 2025

The "big, beautiful bill" was approved by the House of Representatives on Thursday, but cuts to Medicaid could put hospitals and medical services at risk across Oklahoma. The bill now heads to President Donald Trump's desk, and he is expected to...

Oklahoma pediatrician accused of murdering daughter faces extradition

KOCO 5 - Oklahoma · July 3, 2025

IS CONTINUING TO DIG INTO THIS CASE. NEHA GUPTA IS IN JAIL HERE AT THE OKLAHOMA COUNTY DETENTION CENTER BEFORE SHE EVENTUALLY GOES BACK TO FLORIDA. THAT’S WHERE INVESTIGATORS ALLEGE THAT SHE KILLED HER DAUGHTER AFTER SHE TOLD THEM SHE COULDN’T...

Oklahoma Highway Patrol to hand off patrols inside OKC, Tulsa metros to local police departments

KOCO 5 - Oklahoma · July 3, 2025

AND WE START WITH BREAKING NEWS RIGHT NOW. THE NEWS THAT KOCO BROKE EARLIER THIS WEEK IS NOW OFFICIAL. OKLAHOMA HIGHWAY PATROL SAYING LATE TODAY THEY WILL NO LONGER RESPOND TO CRASHES AND CALLS IN THE OKLAHOMA CITY METRO STARTING LATER THIS YEAR....

Oklahoma leaders react to passage of “Big, Beautiful Bill”

News9 - Oklahoma ·

On Thursday, the House passed President Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” in a narrow 218-214 vote. The legislation now heads to the president’s desk for his signature. RELATED: House passes "Big, beautiful bill," sending it to the President's desk in...

Native voices echo across Oklahoma, Moccasins Across America's healing journey

News9 - Oklahoma ·

A group representing different Native American tribal nations is making a journey across the country. They are raising awareness of issues impacting their communities, both past and present. The Moccasins Across America walkers made their way into...

Oklahoma City prepares for Thursday's Red, White, and Boom fireworks show

KOCO 5 - Oklahoma · July 3, 2025

WHITE AND BOOM. YEAH, YOU CAN SEE HERE ON THE STAGE AT SCISSORTAIL PARK THAT THEY’RE FINISHING THE SET UP FOR THE OKC PHILHARMONIC TO DO THEIR 16TH ANNUAL RED, WHITE AND BOOM! YOU MAY BE ABLE TO HEAR IT AS WELL, BUT IF YOU LOOK OVER HERE ON TOP OF...

Oklahoma debuts new website to guide families on caregiving and guardianship options

KTUL - Oklahoma ·

OKLA. — Oklahoma Human Services has launched a new website, Guardianship and Alternative Options, designed to provide Oklahoma families, individuals with disabilities, and caregiving professionals with vital information on caregiving options that...

Local attorney reminds homeowners of safety and legal risks ahead of celebrations

KOKH - Oklahoma ·

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) — If you're hosting a party this summer, or over the weekend to celebrate the Fourth of July, you're more than likely planning the food and decorations. However, you'll also want to keep in mind the safety and legal...

Oklahoma’s new alcohol laws ease server rules and penalties

The Journal Record - Oklahoma · July 3, 2025

Summary: – Safe Harbor Act waives penalties if employers meet training and policy requirements. – HB 1062 allows servers 18-20 to serve beer, wine and premixed cocktails tableside. – Industry leaders say laws improve service flow and encourage...

Oklahoma doctor arrested: Florida officials allege killing of daughter

The Oklahoman ·

A pediatrician from the Oklahoma City metro area was arrested in connection with the recent death of her 4-year-old daughter in Florida. Detectives with the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office traveled to the Oklahoma City area and, with the assistance of...

Oklahoma Welcomes French Basketball Forward Daffa Cissoko

BVM Sports · July 3, 2025

The University of Oklahoma's women's basketball team has officially signed Daffa Cissoko, a 6-4 forward from France, for the upcoming season. Cissoko, who has experience competing in France's LIGUE 2, is poised to make an immediate impact at OU....

International Finals Youth Rodeo kicks off July 6

The Shawnee News-Star - Oklahoma · July 3, 2025

From the IFYR SHAWNEE, Okla. – Ahead of the 2025 International Finals Youth Rodeo (IFYR), the organization has announced the full roster for the six-day event, featuring more than 1,000 entries from 35 states and provinces. This diverse group of...

Oklahoma lawmakers react to passage of President Donald Trump's big tax bill

KOCO 5 - Oklahoma · July 3, 2025

The U.S. House of Representatives passed President Donald Trump's $4.5 trillion tax breaks and spending cuts bill following multiple setbacks to approve his policy package before a Fourth of July deadline. >> Related Video Above: GOP megabill...

TSET sues to have new law thrown out

Enid News & Eagle - Oklahoma ·

OKLAHOMA CITY — A constitutionally created board overseeing nearly $2 billion in public dollars on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, asked the Oklahoma Supreme Court to overturn a recent state law saying it threatens its independence. House Bill 2783, which...

WATCH: President Trump signs 'big, beautiful bill' into law

News9 - Oklahoma ·

President Trump signs the "big, beautiful bill" into law. Watch the full ceremony. Friday, July 4th 2025, 5:07 pm By: Christian Hans WASHINGTON - On Friday, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law in a special Fourth of July...

Oklahoma doctor accused of killing young daughter and faking a drowning at Florida rental home

The Independent · July 3, 2025

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

U.S., Iran and Israel: Breaking down the ’12 Day War’

The Oakland Post - Michigan · July 7, 2025

Photo courtesy to Aljazeera President Donald Trump orders airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites. The conflict between Israel and Iran began on June 13, when Israel attacked nuclear and military sites in Iran. The attack killed three of Iran’s...

Oklahoma Pediatrician Accused of Staging 4-Year-Old Daughter's Drowning to Cover Up Her Murder: Police

People - New York ·

NEED TO KNOW An Oklahoma pediatrician has been accused of staging an accidental drowning to conceal the murder of her 4-year-old daughter in Florida Dr. Neha Gupta was taken into custody in Oklahoma City and will be extradited to Florida, where...