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Oklahoma County breaks ground on new Behavioral Care Facility

Oklahoma County breaks ground on new Behavioral Care Facility

Elizabeth Fitz Officials broke ground on Oklahoma County’s new Behavioral Care Center on Friday morning.

Lawmakers Call For Action To Address Conditions At Oklahoma County Detention Center

Lawmakers Call For Action To Address Conditions At Oklahoma County Detention Center

News 9 State and local officials held a press conference on Monday to address the findings of a recent report on the conditions at the Oklahoma County Detention Center, calling for immediate legislative action to address the crisis.

Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Advisory Council Shares Progress In Annual Report

Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Advisory Council Shares Progress In Annual Report

News On 6 The population of the Oklahoma County Jail fell below 1,300 near the end of 2023. It was the lowest since the 1990s, according to a report released this week by the Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Advisory Council.

Man Accused Of Human Trafficking Has Been Arrested For The Second Time In Two Months, OBN Says

Man Accused Of Human Trafficking Has Been Arrested For The Second Time In Two Months, OBN Says

News 9 A man suspected of human trafficking has been arrested for the second time in two months, according to the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics.

Okla. County Sheriff Calls For Tougher Sentences For Repeat Offenders

Okla. County Sheriff Calls For Tougher Sentences For Repeat Offenders

News 9 Oklahoma County Sheriff Tommie Johnson III is calling on judges, prosecutors, and lawmakers to get tougher on repeat offenders. The sheriff is highlighting what he calls recent failures in the judicial system that have left Oklahoma families broken.

2 Arrested In Deadly NE OKC Hotel Shooting

2 Arrested In Deadly NE OKC Hotel Shooting

News 9 Police arrested two people in connection to a northeastern Oklahoma City shooting Monday morning.

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Oklahoma Commissioners Meet In D.C. For National Association Of Counties Legislative Conference

Oklahoma Commissioners Meet In D.C. For National Association Of Counties Legislative Conference

Alex Cameron This annual meeting is an opportunity for county leaders from across the country to network, share best practices, learn about programs and funding opportunities, and also a chance to hear from federal leaders.

Oklahoma Commissioners Meet In D.C. For National Association Of Counties Legislative Conference

Oklahoma Commissioners Meet In D.C. For National Association Of Counties Legislative Conference

Alex Cameron This annual meeting is an opportunity for county leaders from across the country to network, share best practices, learn about programs and funding opportunities, and also a chance to hear from federal leaders.

2 Taken Into Custody After Oklahoma City Pursuit, Crash

2 Taken Into Custody After Oklahoma City Pursuit, Crash

News 9 A pursuit ending in a crash resulted in two people being arrested by Oklahoma City Police.

2 Taken Into Custody After Oklahoma City Pursuit, Crash

2 Taken Into Custody After Oklahoma City Pursuit, Crash

News 9 A pursuit ending in a crash resulted in two people being arrested by Oklahoma City Police.

Family Of Woman Who Died In Oklahoma Co. Jail Suing Facility, Health Care Provider

Family Of Woman Who Died In Oklahoma Co. Jail Suing Facility, Health Care Provider

News 9 The family of a woman who died at the Oklahoma County Jail in 2021 is suing the facility and the facility's healthcare provider, Turn Key.

Family Of Woman Who Died In Oklahoma Co. Jail Suing Facility, Health Care Provider

Family Of Woman Who Died In Oklahoma Co. Jail Suing Facility, Health Care Provider

News 9 The family of a woman who died at the Oklahoma County Jail in 2021 is suing the facility and the facility's healthcare provider, Turn Key.

9 To Know: May 15, 2023

9 To Know: May 15, 2023

News 9 Here are the nine stories you need to know from both Oklahoma and around the world.

9 To Know: May 15, 2023

9 To Know: May 15, 2023

News 9 Here are the nine stories you need to know from both Oklahoma and around the world.

1 In Custody After Pursuit Ends In Downtown Oklahoma City

1 In Custody After Pursuit Ends In Downtown Oklahoma City

Chris Yu One person is in custody after leading the Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office on a pursuit Wednesday morning in northwest Oklahoma City.

1 In Custody After Pursuit Ends In Downtown Oklahoma City

1 In Custody After Pursuit Ends In Downtown Oklahoma City

Chris Yu One person is in custody after leading the Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office on a pursuit Wednesday morning in northwest Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma County Commissioners Seek New Jail In Bond For Upcoming Election

Oklahoma County Commissioners Seek New Jail In Bond For Upcoming Election

Caleb Califano With elections coming up next Tuesday, one issue has Oklahoma County commissioners asking voters for a new jail. Voters will be looking at $260 million with this bond.

Oklahoma County Commissioners Seek New Jail In Bond For Upcoming Election

Oklahoma County Commissioners Seek New Jail In Bond For Upcoming Election

Caleb Califano With elections coming up next Tuesday, one issue has Oklahoma County commissioners asking voters for a new jail. Voters will be looking at $260 million with this bond.

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Man Dies In OKC Police Custody After Incident At Okla. Co. Jail

Man Dies In OKC Police Custody After Incident At Okla. Co. Jail

News 9 The Oklahoma City Police Department reported an in-custody death after an incident at the Oklahoma County Jail.

Man Dies In OKC Police Custody After Incident At Okla. Co. Jail

Man Dies In OKC Police Custody After Incident At Okla. Co. Jail

News 9 The Oklahoma City Police Department reported an in-custody death after an incident at the Oklahoma County Jail.

Demonstrators Protest Conditions, ICE Presence At Oklahoma County Jail

Demonstrators Protest Conditions, ICE Presence At Oklahoma County Jail

Amber Gerard On New Year’s Day, local community organizers held a demonstration at the Oklahoma County Jail to protest what they said are inhumane conditions the jail and ICE’s presence there.

Demonstrators Protest Conditions, ICE Presence At Oklahoma County Jail

Demonstrators Protest Conditions, ICE Presence At Oklahoma County Jail

Amber Gerard On New Year’s Day, local community organizers held a demonstration at the Oklahoma County Jail to protest what they said are inhumane conditions the jail and ICE’s presence there.

Woman Accused Of Exposing Herself To Children, Staff At OKC Day Care

Woman Accused Of Exposing Herself To Children, Staff At OKC Day Care

News 9 A metro woman with a long history of arrests with Oklahoma City police was put behind bars again. This time Danielle Williams, 42, is accused of exposing herself to children and staff at a Northeast Oklahoma City day care. Dozens of children inside the Pl

Woman Accused Of Exposing Herself To Children, Staff At OKC Day Care

Woman Accused Of Exposing Herself To Children, Staff At OKC Day Care

News 9 A metro woman with a long history of arrests with Oklahoma City police was put behind bars again. This time Danielle Williams, 42, is accused of exposing herself to children and staff at a Northeast Oklahoma City day care. Dozens of children inside the Pl

3 Accused Of Burglarizing Oklahoma County Law Enforcement Vehicles

3 Accused Of Burglarizing Oklahoma County Law Enforcement Vehicles

News 9 Three suspects are in the Oklahoma County Jail, accused of breaking into patrol cars to steal weapons and badges. The thieves targeted law enforcement officers around Oklahoma County, including one of the sheriff’s own. The first break-in happened i

3 Accused Of Burglarizing Oklahoma County Law Enforcement Vehicles

3 Accused Of Burglarizing Oklahoma County Law Enforcement Vehicles

News 9 Three suspects are in the Oklahoma County Jail, accused of breaking into patrol cars to steal weapons and badges. The thieves targeted law enforcement officers around Oklahoma County, including one of the sheriff’s own. The first break-in happened i

Metro Couple Jailed, Accused Of Prostitution And Human Trafficking

Metro Couple Jailed, Accused Of Prostitution And Human Trafficking

A metro couple is in the Oklahoma County Jail, accused of prostitution and human trafficking out of a massage parlor.

Metro Couple Jailed, Accused Of Prostitution And Human Trafficking

Metro Couple Jailed, Accused Of Prostitution And Human Trafficking

A metro couple is in the Oklahoma County Jail, accused of prostitution and human trafficking out of a massage parlor.

Former OU Running Back Accused Of Assaulting Edmond Police Officers

Former OU Running Back Accused Of Assaulting Edmond Police Officers

Former running back at the University of Oklahoma, Roy Finch, was arrested early Sunday morning, accused of assaulting Edmond police officers.

Former OU Running Back Accused Of Assaulting Edmond Police Officers

Former OU Running Back Accused Of Assaulting Edmond Police Officers

Former running back at the University of Oklahoma, Roy Finch, was arrested early Sunday morning, accused of assaulting Edmond police officers.

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Severe weather threats loom this weekend with thunderstorms, hail, and tornado risk in Oklahoma

Severe weather threats loom this weekend with thunderstorms, hail, and tornado risk in Oklahoma

News On 6 A weekend storm system brings the potential for severe weather, including large hail, damaging winds, and a tornado risk, mainly late Saturday night into early Sunday across northern Oklahoma and southern Kansas.

Severe weather threats loom this weekend with thunderstorms, hail, and tornado risk in Oklahoma

Severe weather threats loom this weekend with thunderstorms, hail, and tornado risk in Oklahoma

News On 6 A weekend storm system brings the potential for severe weather, including large hail, damaging winds, and a tornado risk, mainly late Saturday night into early Sunday across northern Oklahoma and southern Kansas.

Measles cases rise in Oklahoma amid ongoing outbreak

Measles cases rise in Oklahoma amid ongoing outbreak

MaKayla Glenn Nine confirmed cases of measles have emerged in Oklahoma, all among unvaccinated individuals linked to an outbreak in Texas and New Mexico. Health experts, including Dr. Theresa Horton from Utica Park Clinic, stress the importance of vaccination, highlighting severe complications like brain damage and death. Oklahoma's vaccination rate currently stands at 88%, but experts recommend achieving 95% coverage to halt the virus's spread.

Measles cases rise in Oklahoma amid ongoing outbreak

Measles cases rise in Oklahoma amid ongoing outbreak

MaKayla Glenn Nine confirmed cases of measles have emerged in Oklahoma, all among unvaccinated individuals linked to an outbreak in Texas and New Mexico. Health experts, including Dr. Theresa Horton from Utica Park Clinic, stress the importance of vaccination, highlighting severe complications like brain damage and death. Oklahoma's vaccination rate currently stands at 88%, but experts recommend achieving 95% coverage to halt the virus's spread.

What to know about Trump’s tariffs

What to know about Trump’s tariffs

Alex Cameron A summary of the tariffs President Trump has called for and/or already imposed since taking office in January.

What to know about Trump’s tariffs

What to know about Trump’s tariffs

Alex Cameron A summary of the tariffs President Trump has called for and/or already imposed since taking office in January.

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Severe weather threats loom this weekend with thunderstorms, hail, and tornado risk in Oklahoma

Severe weather threats loom this weekend with thunderstorms, hail, and tornado risk in Oklahoma

News On 6 A weekend storm system brings the potential for severe weather, including large hail, damaging winds, and a tornado risk, mainly late Saturday night into early Sunday across northern Oklahoma and southern Kansas.

Measles cases rise in Oklahoma amid ongoing outbreak

Measles cases rise in Oklahoma amid ongoing outbreak

MaKayla Glenn Nine confirmed cases of measles have emerged in Oklahoma, all among unvaccinated individuals linked to an outbreak in Texas and New Mexico. Health experts, including Dr. Theresa Horton from Utica Park Clinic, stress the importance of vaccination, highlighting severe complications like brain damage and death. Oklahoma's vaccination rate currently stands at 88%, but experts recommend achieving 95% coverage to halt the virus's spread.

What to know about Trump’s tariffs

What to know about Trump’s tariffs

Alex Cameron A summary of the tariffs President Trump has called for and/or already imposed since taking office in January.

Q&A: Claremore voters decide Tuesday whether to increase sales tax for the first time in 30 years

Q&A: Claremore voters decide Tuesday whether to increase sales tax for the first time in 30 years

Chloe Abbott A sales tax increase will be voted on in Claremore on Tuesday; if it passes, it will be the first increase in 30 years.

New software at Tulsa County Jail causing delays in bond processing

New software at Tulsa County Jail causing delays in bond processing

Emory Bryan Several bail bond companies report delays in bond processing because of new software at the Tulsa County Jail.

Auto tariffs: 3 things to consider from an Owasso wealth advisor

Auto tariffs: 3 things to consider from an Owasso wealth advisor

Amy Slanchik President Donald Trump plans to impose a 25% tariff on imported vehicles to the United States. Financial adviser Triston Hasty-Grant advises buyers to ask themselves some questions before purchasing a car.

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