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Why Doesn’t Oklahoma Have An OTA-Run Train System

Emory Bryan Why hasn’t the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority developed a train system in the state despite having the authority to do so? Are high-speed rail costs too high, and could alternative solutions be more feasible?

Q&A: OTA Executive Director Explains Rate Increases, PlatePay, & Future Turnpike Projects

News On 6 Starting January 1, 2024, Oklahoma drivers will face a 15% toll increase, as part of the $8 billion Access Oklahoma program aimed at improving highway infrastructure. OTA Executive Director Joe Echelle sat down with News On 6 to share details about the reasons for the increases, their impact, and the goals of the Access Oklahoma program.

Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Seeking First Billion In Bond Funding For ACCESS Projects

Barry Mangold In a special meeting Thursday, the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority passed resolutions authorizing the issuance $1 billion in bond funding for ACCESS Oklahoma projects.

Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Seeking First Billion In Bond Funding For ACCESS Projects

Barry Mangold In a special meeting Thursday, the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority passed resolutions authorizing the issuance $1 billion in bond funding for ACCESS Oklahoma projects.

OTA Says Turnpike Expansion Plans Likely Won't Change

Caleb Califano The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority is now saying that the plan for the turnpike expansion, while subject to change slightly, is not likely to change from the route study they currently have.

OTA Says Turnpike Expansion Plans Likely Won't Change

Oklahoma Turnpike Officials Hold Noble Townhall As Groups Push To Delay Construction

Barry Mangold Engineers and leaders of the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority held a town hall at Noble High School Thursday as locals and lawmakers plot ways to delay or destroy plans for new toll roads.

Oklahoma Turnpike Officials Hold Noble Townhall As Groups Push To Delay Construction

Barry Mangold Engineers and leaders of the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority held a town hall at Noble High School Thursday as locals and lawmakers plot ways to delay or destroy plans for new toll roads.

Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Accepting Bids For Gilcrease Expressway Project

David Prock The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority is accepting bids from small businesses as it prepares TO build the Gilcrease Expressway project.

Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Accepting Bids For Gilcrease Expressway Project

David Prock The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority is accepting bids from small businesses as it prepares TO build the Gilcrease Expressway project.

Turnpike Authority Set To Sell Excess Property in Eastern Oklahoma Co.

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The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) bought properties ahead of the new construction in eastern Oklahoma County.

Turnpike Authority Set To Sell Excess Property in Eastern Oklahoma Co.

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The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) bought properties ahead of the new construction in eastern Oklahoma County.

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OKC Pet Cemetery To Be Cleared For New Highway Construction

News 9 A decades old pet cemetery sits in the way of what's going to be a major expansion of the I-240 and I-35 interchange.

OKC Pet Cemetery To Be Cleared For New Highway Construction

News 9 A decades old pet cemetery sits in the way of what's going to be a major expansion of the I-240 and I-35 interchange.

Owners Asked To Retrieve Headstones At OKC Pet Cemetery Due To Construction

News 9 A construction engineer with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation is asking people who buried their pets at a south Oklahoma City pet cemetery to retrieve the headstones, due to construction..

Owners Asked To Retrieve Headstones At OKC Pet Cemetery Due To Construction

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FAA Halts All American Airlines Flights In The US After Airline Reports Technical Issues Systemwide

Associated Press All American Airlines flights have been grounded after the carrier reported a technical issue affecting airline systems, the FAA announced.

FAA Halts All American Airlines Flights In The US After Airline Reports Technical Issues Systemwide

Associated Press All American Airlines flights have been grounded after the carrier reported a technical issue affecting airline systems, the FAA announced.

The News On 6 Team Reads 'Twas The Night Before Christmas'

News On 6 The News On 6 team reads "Twas The Night Before Christmas". Led by LeAnne Taylor and shot by photojournalist Zach Hale.

The News On 6 Team Reads 'Twas The Night Before Christmas'

News On 6 The News On 6 team reads "Twas The Night Before Christmas". Led by LeAnne Taylor and shot by photojournalist Zach Hale.

BLOOPERS: News On 6 Team Reads 'Twas The Night Before Christmas'

News On 6 The News On 6 team read "Twas the Night Before Christmas", but the fun really began as visions of bloopers danced in their heads.

BLOOPERS: News On 6 Team Reads 'Twas The Night Before Christmas'

News On 6 The News On 6 team read "Twas the Night Before Christmas", but the fun really began as visions of bloopers danced in their heads.

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FAA Halts All American Airlines Flights In The US After Airline Reports Technical Issues Systemwide

Associated Press All American Airlines flights have been grounded after the carrier reported a technical issue affecting airline systems, the FAA announced.

The News On 6 Team Reads 'Twas The Night Before Christmas'

News On 6 The News On 6 team reads "Twas The Night Before Christmas". Led by LeAnne Taylor and shot by photojournalist Zach Hale.

BLOOPERS: News On 6 Team Reads 'Twas The Night Before Christmas'

News On 6 The News On 6 team read "Twas the Night Before Christmas", but the fun really began as visions of bloopers danced in their heads.

Barnsdall Churches Offer Holiday Support To Families Still Recovering From May Tornadoes

Chinh Doan Barnsdall churches are uniting to support families recovering from tornadoes by hosting holiday events, providing meals, and sharing gifts.

Weather Blog: A Series Of Storm Systems This Week

News On 6 Oklahoma Weather Forecast: Bookmark this page and refresh it often for the latest forecast and daily updates.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Scores 41 In Thunder's 123-105 Win Over Wizards

CBS Sports Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 41 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat Washington 123-105 on Monday night, sending the NBA-worst Wizards to their 21st loss in 23 games and 12th straight on the road.

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Why Doesn’t Oklahoma Have An OTA-Run Train System

Q&A: OTA Executive Director Explains Rate Increases, PlatePay, & Future Turnpike Projects

Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Leaders Explain 2025 Toll Hike

Tribal Leaders Meet With OTA Over Turnpike Tolls

Turner Turnpike Expansion Project From 'Access Oklahoma' Begins Phase 1

Turnpike Opposers Call On Lawmakers To Curtail OTA In Interim Study

Portions Of H.E. Bailey Turnpike Begin Cashless System

Portions Of H.E. Bailey Turnpike Begin Cashless System

Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Seeking First Billion In Bond Funding For ACCESS Projects

Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Seeking First Billion In Bond Funding For ACCESS Projects

OTA Says Turnpike Expansion Plans Likely Won't Change

OTA Says Turnpike Expansion Plans Likely Won't Change

Oklahoma Turnpike Officials Hold Noble Townhall As Groups Push To Delay Construction

Oklahoma Turnpike Officials Hold Noble Townhall As Groups Push To Delay Construction

Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Accepting Bids For Gilcrease Expressway Project

Oklahoma Turnpike Authority Accepting Bids For Gilcrease Expressway Project

Turnpike Authority Set To Sell Excess Property in Eastern Oklahoma Co.

Turnpike Authority Set To Sell Excess Property in Eastern Oklahoma Co.

OKC Pet Cemetery To Be Cleared For New Highway Construction

OKC Pet Cemetery To Be Cleared For New Highway Construction

Owners Asked To Retrieve Headstones At OKC Pet Cemetery Due To Construction

Owners Asked To Retrieve Headstones At OKC Pet Cemetery Due To Construction

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FAA Halts All American Airlines Flights In The US After Airline Reports Technical Issues Systemwide

FAA Halts All American Airlines Flights In The US After Airline Reports Technical Issues Systemwide

The News On 6 Team Reads 'Twas The Night Before Christmas'

The News On 6 Team Reads 'Twas The Night Before Christmas'

BLOOPERS: News On 6 Team Reads 'Twas The Night Before Christmas'

BLOOPERS: News On 6 Team Reads 'Twas The Night Before Christmas'

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FAA Halts All American Airlines Flights In The US After Airline Reports Technical Issues Systemwide

The News On 6 Team Reads 'Twas The Night Before Christmas'

BLOOPERS: News On 6 Team Reads 'Twas The Night Before Christmas'

Barnsdall Churches Offer Holiday Support To Families Still Recovering From May Tornadoes

Weather Blog: A Series Of Storm Systems This Week

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Scores 41 In Thunder's 123-105 Win Over Wizards