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In-House Medical Staff Hired As Oklahoma Co. Jail Prepares For Provider Change

News 9 The deadline looms to find another medical provider for the Oklahoma County Jail. The partnership with Turn Key Health Clinics ends on Wednesday. While there is no new provider signed on to take over yet, there is a plan in place to take care of the detainees.

Cleveland County Hires Consultant Amid Jail Deaths, Budget Dispute

News 9 Nine inmate deaths since 2020 — seven of which happened in just the past two years — prompted Cleveland County Commissioners to intervene, hiring a consultant to review operations at the Cleveland County Detention Center in what they call an ‘alarming trend’ under Sheriff Chris Amason’s tenure.

Cleveland County Sheriff Implements Layoffs Despite Record $19.75 Million Budget

News 9 The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), despite receiving a record $19.75 budget for FY 2025, announced layoffs Friday, citing ongoing financial woes.

Husband Alleges Norman Woman Endured Neglect, Mistreatment In Cleveland Co. Jail Custody

News 9 The husband of a Norman mother and baker who died in the Cleveland County jail refiled a federal lawsuit after it was thrown out in August 2024. Here is a breakdown of events.

Family Files Federal Suit Against Canadian County Jail, Sheriff, Health Provider

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The family of a man who died in the Canadian County Jail is suing in federal court, claiming he didn't receive adequate care.

Sheriff Changed Bid Requirement After Meeting With Lawmaker Seeking Contract

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Sheriff Vic Regalado altered a key standard to bid on a lucrative jail medical contract after meeting with a state lawmaker who donated to Regalado’s campaign and runs a company seeking the contract, an investigation by The Frontier has found.

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Lower winds today, storm chances increase this weekend with potential severe weather

News On 6 Lower wind speeds are expected today with mild temperatures, while scattered storm chances increase later in the week, particularly this weekend, with the potential for severe weather.

Lower winds today, storm chances increase this weekend with potential severe weather

News On 6 Lower wind speeds are expected today with mild temperatures, while scattered storm chances increase later in the week, particularly this weekend, with the potential for severe weather.

Atlantic reporter group chat with defense leaders: U.S. Senator James Lankford, other lawmakers react

Alex Cameron Leaked text thread to Jeffrey Goldberg, The Atlantic's editor-in-chief, from the Trump administration prompts a security breach debate among senators from both sides of the aisle including Oklahoma's own, Senator James Lankford.

Atlantic reporter group chat with defense leaders: U.S. Senator James Lankford, other lawmakers react

Fire and emergency crews battling Jenks mulch fire; residents concerned about smoke

Kaitlyn Deggs Several agencies are fighting a fire in Jenks that's been burning for more than a week. Crews say they were containing the fire and then waiting to fight the fire until they were able to get more resources.

Fire and emergency crews battling Jenks mulch fire; residents concerned about smoke

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Lower winds today, storm chances increase this weekend with potential severe weather

News On 6 Lower wind speeds are expected today with mild temperatures, while scattered storm chances increase later in the week, particularly this weekend, with the potential for severe weather.

Atlantic reporter group chat with defense leaders: U.S. Senator James Lankford, other lawmakers react

Fire and emergency crews battling Jenks mulch fire; residents concerned about smoke

Cherokee Nation distributes $7.6 million to 107 school districts from tribal car tag sales

Emory Bryan Cherokee Nation disbursed $7.6 million from car tag sales to 107 Oklahoma school districts—impacting 34,174 Cherokee students.

Flora Burris, 83, finds joy in volunteering at the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma

Ryan Gillin For 83-year-old Flora Burris, volunteering is more than just a way to give back -- it’s a source of joy. She’s volunteered at the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma for ten years. The Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma provides food and services to more than 600 food pantries and meal programs in their 24-county service area.

Hit-and-run outside Tulsa bar injures woman, police search for suspect: 'It's a miracle she's alive'

Reagan Ledbetter Tulsa Police are searching for a driver accused of critically injuring a woman during a hit-and-run on Sunday.

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