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‘It takes your breath away’: Rescuer reflects on Oklahoma City Bombing aftermath

LeAnne Taylor Retired Tulsa Fire Capt. Dannie Caldwell reflects on the emotional toll of responding to the Oklahoma City bombing and how the experience led him to create a personal memorial and train others for future disasters.

Tulsa firefighters rescue driver out of pinned vehicle

Victor Pozadas Driver rescued after crashing into concrete pillar near 21st and Sheridan: Tulsa Firefighters use new 'Rescue Grip Hoist'.

Tulsa Firefighters launch 'Project Life' to install free smoke alarms in high-risk areas

Aaron Alexander Tulsa homes from East 11th Street to East 21st Street and Garnett Road receive free smoke alarms as the Tulsa Fire Department and American Red Cross kick off Project Life, tackling high fire-risk zones.

TFD’s Andy Little shares safety tips for Oklahoma wildfires and tornadoes

Brooke Cox Tulsa Fire Department’s Andy Little offers essential safety tips for Oklahoma residents facing the dual threats of wildfires and tornadoes this spring.

Honor, Steak and Poker Night honors Tulsa's fallen heroes

Ethan Wright Honor the Line Foundation dedicates its fourth annual poker night to Tulsa Fire Department heroes. Learn about the event and its heartwarming community support.

Tulsa police, local organizations concerned about funding cuts to mental health programs

Kristen Weaver Some mental health organizations said they are facing alarming futures after the state plans to cut or withhold funding for some of their programs.

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Tulsa city, county leaders react to looming cuts to mental health programs

Amy Slanchik Family and Children Services said it is losing about $2.5 million in state funding for two of its programs that help people during a mental health crisis. The state said similar services can be found through other programs.

Tulsa city, county leaders react to looming cuts to mental health programs

Tulsa firefighter speaks out on firing of Oklahoma Forestry Director

Jonathan Polasek A Tulsa firefighter is speaking out against Governor Kevin Stitt’s decision to remove State Forester Mark Goeller, praising his leadership and contributions to Oklahoma’s fire service.

Tulsa firefighter speaks out on firing of Oklahoma Forestry Director

Tulsa firefighters extinguish kitchen fire at Egg Roll Kingdom

Brooke Cox Tulsa firefighters extinguished a small kitchen fire at Egg Roll Kingdom early Thursday morning, with no injuries reported.

Tulsa firefighters extinguish kitchen fire at Egg Roll Kingdom

Brooke Cox Tulsa firefighters extinguished a small kitchen fire at Egg Roll Kingdom early Thursday morning, with no injuries reported.

City of Jenks declares state of emergency over mulch fire: 'Very unique, very challenging problem'

Jonathan Polasek Jenks Mayor Cory Box declares a state of emergency as the mulch fire near West 101st Street continues to burn. Crews from various states are working together to tackle this "very unique, very challenging problem."

City of Jenks declares state of emergency over mulch fire: 'Very unique, very challenging problem'

Wildfires: The hidden dangers of smoke on your lungs

MaKayla Glenn First responders are trained to minimize their exposure to the smoke, rotating crews and staying aware of wind shifts. However, the smoke’s impact is not limited to the immediate danger; it lingers, affecting lungs and breathing for days or even weeks.

Wildfires: The hidden dangers of smoke on your lungs

By the numbers: Tulsa Fire responds to 377 emergency calls during dangerous conditions Friday

Drake Johnson The Tulsa Fire Department is sharing a detailed look at some of the 377 emergency calls it responded to during the hazardous wildfire conditions on Friday.

By the numbers: Tulsa Fire responds to 377 emergency calls during dangerous conditions Friday

Drake Johnson The Tulsa Fire Department is sharing a detailed look at some of the 377 emergency calls it responded to during the hazardous wildfire conditions on Friday.

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Tulsa warehouse burns down, firefighters narrowly escape collapse

Eden Jones Firefighters responded to a significant building fire in Tulsa, near East Pine Street and North Sheridan Road.

Tulsa warehouse burns down, firefighters narrowly escape collapse

Eden Jones Firefighters responded to a significant building fire in Tulsa, near East Pine Street and North Sheridan Road.

From storm shelters to crisis interventions: TFD remains prepared for safety challenges

Brooke Cox The Tulsa Fire Department emphasizes the importance of tornado preparedness, smoke detector checks, and crisis intervention training to ensure community safety during spring weather challenges.

From storm shelters to crisis interventions: TFD remains prepared for safety challenges

Woman killed in I-244 crash involving charter bus

Emory Bryan A 39-year-old woman died after crashing into a charter bus while driving the wrong way on I-244 in Tulsa, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

Woman killed in I-244 crash involving charter bus

Emory Bryan A 39-year-old woman died after crashing into a charter bus while driving the wrong way on I-244 in Tulsa, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

'I had to go inside and save everybody:' 10-year-old boy saves his family from a fire, then called 911

Chloe Abbott A Tulsa family is holding on tight to their children after their 10-year-old boy saved his 3-year-old brother, 3-year-old cousin, and grandmother from a fire, then called 911.

'I had to go inside and save everybody:' 10-year-old boy saves his family from a fire, then called 911

Chloe Abbott A Tulsa family is holding on tight to their children after their 10-year-old boy saved his 3-year-old brother, 3-year-old cousin, and grandmother from a fire, then called 911.

Free smoke alarms installed at Tulsa homes with help from firefighters, volunteers

Ethan Wright The Tulsa Fire Department, the American Red Cross, and Bank of Oklahoma volunteers teamed up for “Project Life,” installing free smoke alarms and educating East Tulsa residents on fire prevention.

Free smoke alarms installed at Tulsa homes with help from firefighters, volunteers

Maintenance, firefighters respond to CO2 alarm at Tulsa International Airport

Katie Alexander The Tulsa National Airport says airport maintenance is responding to an airport tower CO2 alarm on Friday.

Maintenance, firefighters respond to CO2 alarm at Tulsa International Airport

Katie Alexander The Tulsa National Airport says airport maintenance is responding to an airport tower CO2 alarm on Friday.

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Experts warn of ‘disastrous’ risks from old meds in Oklahoma homes

Jonathan Polasek Oklahoma families urged to safeguard old medications after CDC reports 36,000 children under five ending up in ER due to unintended consumption. Parkside hospital pharmacy director suggests proper disposal and talking to kids about safety.

Experts warn of ‘disastrous’ risks from old meds in Oklahoma homes

Strong south winds arrive with warm weather before rain impacts part of the weekend

News On 6 Strong south winds will bring unseasonably warm temperatures to Oklahoma ahead of a series of storm systems expected to arrive late Friday through the weekend, with the potential for severe weather including hail, strong winds, and heavy rainfall. Conditions will remain unsettled through Easter Sunday morning before improving Sunday midday to afternoon.

Strong south winds arrive with warm weather before rain impacts part of the weekend

Rogers County deputies investigating tragic incident

MaKayla Glenn Rogers County deputies are investigating a tragic suicide that occurred near Highway 266 and East 145th Street, close to the Port of Catoosa.

Rogers County deputies investigating tragic incident

MaKayla Glenn Rogers County deputies are investigating a tragic suicide that occurred near Highway 266 and East 145th Street, close to the Port of Catoosa.

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Experts warn of ‘disastrous’ risks from old meds in Oklahoma homes

Strong south winds arrive with warm weather before rain impacts part of the weekend

Rogers County deputies investigating tragic incident

MaKayla Glenn Rogers County deputies are investigating a tragic suicide that occurred near Highway 266 and East 145th Street, close to the Port of Catoosa.

'You crave answers': Eufaula woman searching for peace after her brother found injured in the road in Muskogee before dying

Chloe Abbott A man died days after he was found injured on the side of the road in Muskogee and his family is searching for answers.

Catoosa man charged with threatening to drive car into police station

Cal Day Prosecutors charge a Catoosa man with threatening to drive his car through the front of the police station.

Flavor of Oklahoma: Scratch-made Mediterranean dishes shine at Owasso’s Mozilla’s Kitchen

Kristen Weaver An Owasso restaurant is combining Mediterranean flavors with American staples while ensuring everything is scratch-made and fresh.

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