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Judge dismisses lawsuit against state leaders after 2021 Chickasha triple murder

Cameron Joiner An Oklahoma County judge dismissed a lawsuit accusing state officials of negligence before the 2021 Chickasha triple murder involving Lawrence Anderson.

Cameras on Tesla and phone records connect 6 suspects to the kidnapping and armed robbery of a metro woman

Jennifer Pierce Investigators with the Oklahoma County Sheriff Office have solved a year-long kidnapping and robbery case.

Timothy McVeigh prosecution left a lasting impact on Oklahoma County DA: 'I didn't realize how traumatic it was on me'

Jennifer Pierce Oklahoma County's lead attorney reflected on the biggest case of her career and time spent prosecuting the man who killed 168 innocent lives 30 years ago.

Mother Fights for Change After Son’s Fentanyl Overdose in Oklahoma County Jail

Deanne Stein Sandra Cagle’s son, 37-year-old Vincent Riggie, passed away in January after fentanyl was smuggled into the facility. Two detainees face murder charges in his death.

2025 YOUTH OF THE YEAR: Jurney’s Remarkable Journey

Amanda Taylor Overcoming adversity, Jurney transforms his life through the Boys and Girls Club of Oklahoma County. It's there he found a new passion: Gardening. He's about to take a major step in his life after being named ‘Youth of the Year.'

Sex trafficking victim hauled across country in semi-trailer; suspect arrested in OKC

Lisa Monahan The OBN Human Trafficking Unit arrested Shawn Brownlee, 52, of California on April 3 after an undercover agent spotted signs of trafficking in an online ad.

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Q&A with Jason Lowe: Oklahoma County’s New District 1 Commissioner

Deanne Stein Jason Lowe, the newly sworn-in Oklahoma County Commissioner, shares his thoughts on his historic appointment as the first African American man to serve in the role, the challenges ahead, and his vision for the future of the county.

Q&A with Jason Lowe: Oklahoma County’s New District 1 Commissioner

CARE Center of Oklahoma County provides a place of safety during Child Abuse Awareness Month

Graham Dowers Organizations like The CARE Center in Oklahoma County are offering free services including forensic interviews, medical exams, and prevention training for families and children.

CARE Center of Oklahoma County provides a place of safety during Child Abuse Awareness Month

Graham Dowers Organizations like The CARE Center in Oklahoma County are offering free services including forensic interviews, medical exams, and prevention training for families and children.

OKC man pleads guilty to wife’s murder, avoids death penalty

Lisa Monahan Kendreen Banks, 31, pleaded guilty to the 2020 murder of his wife, 26-year-old Geneva Jordan, to avoid a potential death sentence. He will spend the rest of his life in prison without the possibility of parole.

OKC man pleads guilty to wife’s murder, avoids death penalty

Charges filed against Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper accused of rape

Anna Denison Jarquez Nadar Evans, a member of the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, has been charged with two felonies in Oklahoma County. District Attorney Vicki Zemp Behenna filed the charges, which allege that Evans used his position of authority to coerce an unidentified woman, into non-consensual sexual acts.

Charges filed against Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper accused of rape

Mistrial declared for man accused in OKC drive-by shooting that killed 9-year-old

Christian Hans The trial for a man accused in the fatal shooting death of a 9-year-old in Oklahoma City ends in a mistrial, according to court records.

Mistrial declared for man accused in OKC drive-by shooting that killed 9-year-old

Christian Hans The trial for a man accused in the fatal shooting death of a 9-year-old in Oklahoma City ends in a mistrial, according to court records.

‘Not worthy of the position:’ Sheriff calls for judge’s removal citing abuse of power

Sylvia Corkill Oklahoma County Sheriff Tommie Johnson is calling for the removal of District Judge Amy Palumbo after she allegedly abused her power by attempting to have him arrested over a noise complaint.

‘Not worthy of the position:’ Sheriff calls for judge’s removal citing abuse of power

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Man sentenced to 25 years in jail for killing cousin at Bricktown hotel in 2021

Lisa Monahan Moments before his murder trial, Tarius Reed, 42, stunned the courtroom by entering a blind plea in the 2021 shooting death of his cousin, Mario Vines, inside a Bricktown hotel. Reed was sentenced to 25 years in jail on Tuesday.

Man sentenced to 25 years in jail for killing cousin at Bricktown hotel in 2021

How OKC’s Diversion Hub serves rural Oklahoma for people inside the criminal justice system

Jordan Fremstad Oklahoma City nonprofit Diversion Hub will help more people overcome systemic issues within the criminal justice system. The organization started in Oklahoma County five years ago and has served more than 11,000 people since its start.

How OKC’s Diversion Hub serves rural Oklahoma for people inside the criminal justice system

OK County Judge Receives Supreme Court Reprimand

Sylvia Corkill Allegations against Oklahoma County District Judge Amy Palumbo of improper treatment of Sheriff Tommie Johnson's deputies and alleged plans for his arrest. Documents obtained by News 9 shed light on a formal complaint and subsequent reprimand.

OK County Judge Receives Supreme Court Reprimand

'This is our new norm:' Oklahoma City family leans on faith after losing home in wildfire

Tevis Hillis As Oklahoma County assesses damage from last week’s wildfires, one family leans on faith while searching for a new place to call home.

'This is our new norm:' Oklahoma City family leans on faith after losing home in wildfire

Tevis Hillis As Oklahoma County assesses damage from last week’s wildfires, one family leans on faith while searching for a new place to call home.

Q&A: Oklahoma County Commissioner clarifies burn ban criteria

Bella Roddy Oklahoma County Commissioner Brian Maughan discussed the current fire risk conditions and why the county has not yet enacted a burn ban, despite ongoing drought concerns.

Q&A: Oklahoma County Commissioner clarifies burn ban criteria

Bella Roddy Oklahoma County Commissioner Brian Maughan discussed the current fire risk conditions and why the county has not yet enacted a burn ban, despite ongoing drought concerns.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County to host 30th annual Champions of Youth celebration

Graham Dowers The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County will host its annual Champions of Youth event on April 10, raising critical funds to support programs that benefit local youth.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County to host 30th annual Champions of Youth celebration

Graham Dowers The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County will host its annual Champions of Youth event on April 10, raising critical funds to support programs that benefit local youth.

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Greenvale Elementary substitute arrested following investigation into alleged lewd acts

Madelyn Fisher An Oklahoma City metro substitute teacher was arrested over alleged misconduct at Greenvale Elementary School in the Western Heights School District.

Greenvale Elementary substitute arrested following investigation into alleged lewd acts

Madelyn Fisher An Oklahoma City metro substitute teacher was arrested over alleged misconduct at Greenvale Elementary School in the Western Heights School District.

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Oklahoma City Thunder unveils playoff schedule

Christian Hans The Oklahoma City Thunder have revealed the schedule for the team's first round in the NBA playoffs.

Oklahoma City man arrested for installing malware onto hospital computers

Madelyn Fisher A man accused of installing malware onto an Oklahoma City hospital computer has been taken into custody.

Greenvale Elementary substitute arrested following investigation into alleged lewd acts

Madelyn Fisher An Oklahoma City metro substitute teacher was arrested over alleged misconduct at Greenvale Elementary School in the Western Heights School District.

Jury acquits OKC metro man accused in deadly El Reno Halloween shooting

Sydney Price An Oklahoma City metro man was found not guilty in the case of a deadly shooting at an El Reno Halloween party in 2023.

Biden gives first public remarks since leaving White House

Allyson Luckie Former President Joe Biden delivered his first public remarks since leaving office, criticizing the Trump administration, saying it has “taken a hatchet” to Social Security.

Bill changing Oklahoma petitioning process moves to full House of Representatives vote

Allyson Luckie A bill that could overhaul the process to add state questions to the ballot is one vote away from Gov. Kevin Stitt’s desk.

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