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Widespread Damage As Tornado Moves Through Mississippi
Associated Press
A tornado tore through a rural area of the Mississippi Delta Friday night, causing injuries, widespread damage and downing power lines as severe weather that produced hail the size of golf balls moved through several southern states.
Oklahoman Featured In Netflix’s ‘The Innocent Man’ Released From Prison
Karl Torp
A man who spent 35 years in prison in a murder case featured in the book and television series “The Innocent Man” was released Thursday morning from an Oklahoma prison.
Governor Stitt Pushes For Cellphone Jammers, Locators To Curb Contraband Problem
Aaron Brilbeck
Governor Kevin Stitt signs an executive order requiring the Department of Corrections to come up with solutions after carefully coordinated prison fights two weeks ago forced a statewide lockdown. Inmates were able to do it with illegally smuggled in cell
Governor Stitt Orders DOC To Prevent Cellphone Access In Prisons
News On 6
Governor Kevin Stitt is ordering specific state agencies to figure out a plan to stop contraband cellphone issues in prisons.
Okla. Prisons Remain On Lockdown Due To Gang Related Fights
Erick Payne
Prisons across Oklahoma are still on lockdown after gang fights sent dozens of prisoners to the hospital last weekend. 27-year-old Chad Burns, a prisoner with convictions out of Tulsa County, died. The Department of Corrections said the prisons will be lo
ODOC Releases List Of Injured Inmates, Believes Gang Disputes To Blame For Several Fights Across State
Erica Rankin
Officials believe that gang disputes, between multiple gangs, are to blame for violent fights at half a dozen correctional facilities across the state. Investigators have been working to try and piece together what went down at the facilities over the wee
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Officials Say DOC Psychologist Shortage Caused By Low Salaries
News 9
The Department of Corrections said it desperately needs more psychologists. According to the DOC, right now they only have nine psychologists on staff, but they need 22. Those nine psychologists are responsible for evaluating more than 26,000 inmates, see
Officials Say DOC Psychologist Shortage Caused By Low Salaries
News 9
The Department of Corrections said it desperately needs more psychologists. According to the DOC, right now they only have nine psychologists on staff, but they need 22. Those nine psychologists are responsible for evaluating more than 26,000 inmates, see
ODOC: Multiple Inmates Injured In Prison Fight At Correctional Center In Sayre
Brieon Sumlin
The Oklahoma Department of Corrections confirmed to News 9 that several inmates were injured Sunday in a prison fight at the North Fork Correctional Center in Sayre, Oklahoma. According to DOC spokesperson Matt Elliott, a fight between an unknown number o
ODOC: Multiple Inmates Injured In Prison Fight At Correctional Center In Sayre
Brieon Sumlin
The Oklahoma Department of Corrections confirmed to News 9 that several inmates were injured Sunday in a prison fight at the North Fork Correctional Center in Sayre, Oklahoma. According to DOC spokesperson Matt Elliott, a fight between an unknown number o
Oklahoma Dept. Of Corrections Facing Large Shortage Of Officers
Tess Maune
The Oklahoma Department of Corrections is trying to fill hundreds of empty positions for corrections officers and hopes that the recent pay raise will help bring in more officers.
Oklahoma Dept. Of Corrections Facing Large Shortage Of Officers
Tess Maune
The Oklahoma Department of Corrections is trying to fill hundreds of empty positions for corrections officers and hopes that the recent pay raise will help bring in more officers.
ODOC Facing Correctional Officer Shortage
News 9
The Oklahoma Department of Corrections said it needs 600 cadets, and that doesn't include current corrections officers. The DOC said the number of empty officers' positions is actually much higher. it's vital for the DOC to get more corrections officers h
ODOC Facing Correctional Officer Shortage
News 9
The Oklahoma Department of Corrections said it needs 600 cadets, and that doesn't include current corrections officers. The DOC said the number of empty officers' positions is actually much higher. it's vital for the DOC to get more corrections officers h
Escaped Inmate Found Dead On Vinita Prison Grounds
News On 6
Authorities in northeastern Oklahoma say an inmate they thought had walked away from a minimum-security prison has been found dead on the grounds of the prison.
Escaped Inmate Found Dead On Vinita Prison Grounds
News On 6
Authorities in northeastern Oklahoma say an inmate they thought had walked away from a minimum-security prison has been found dead on the grounds of the prison.
DOC: OKC Man Wanted After Ankle Monitor Stops Tracking Location
News 9
Authorities are actively searching for an Oklahoma Department of Corrections fugitive who has been on the run since May. Corrections officials said Jermaine Raines, 33, did not escape a DOC facility but was on GPS monitoring and lives in the metro. Matt E
DOC: OKC Man Wanted After Ankle Monitor Stops Tracking Location
News 9
Authorities are actively searching for an Oklahoma Department of Corrections fugitive who has been on the run since May. Corrections officials said Jermaine Raines, 33, did not escape a DOC facility but was on GPS monitoring and lives in the metro. Matt E
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Department Of Corrections Takes Action After 2 Incidents Involving OKC Halfway House
Bonnie Campo
Officials with the Oklahoma Department of Corrections said they have moved 15 inmates to higher security facilities following an incident at the Carver Transitional Center. The center serves as a halfway house for inmates preparing to transition out of pr
Department Of Corrections Takes Action After 2 Incidents Involving OKC Halfway House
Bonnie Campo
Officials with the Oklahoma Department of Corrections said they have moved 15 inmates to higher security facilities following an incident at the Carver Transitional Center. The center serves as a halfway house for inmates preparing to transition out of pr
Jess Dunn Employee Worried About Losing Job Over Letter He Wrote
News On 6
An employee at Jess Dunn Correctional Center in Taft tells News On 6 a letter he anonymously wrote to state lawmakers got the former chief of security fired.
Jess Dunn Employee Worried About Losing Job Over Letter He Wrote
News On 6
An employee at Jess Dunn Correctional Center in Taft tells News On 6 a letter he anonymously wrote to state lawmakers got the former chief of security fired.
Investigation Continues Into Anthony Palma Death
Caleigh Bourgeois
The Oklahoma Department of Corrections is continuing to investigate the inmate death of Anthony Palma. One step in the investigation is figuring out how a prison killing happened in a maximum security facility.
Investigation Continues Into Anthony Palma Death
Caleigh Bourgeois
The Oklahoma Department of Corrections is continuing to investigate the inmate death of Anthony Palma. One step in the investigation is figuring out how a prison killing happened in a maximum security facility.
Woman Arrested After Marijuana Found In Diaper Bag At Jess Dunn Prison
Amy Slanchik
The Department of Corrections said a woman brought marijuana into the Jess Dun Correctional Center on Saturday.
Woman Arrested After Marijuana Found In Diaper Bag At Jess Dunn Prison
Amy Slanchik
The Department of Corrections said a woman brought marijuana into the Jess Dun Correctional Center on Saturday.
Payne Co. Escapee Threatened Cellmate's Family To Steal I.D. For Escape
Bonnie Campo
A manhunt is underway across the state for a man convicted of first-degree murder. Patrick Walker, 34, was convicted by a jury in 2003 for the killing of 19-year-old Brandon Harlan in Oklahoma City. Walker has been in the Oklahoma Department of Correction
Payne Co. Escapee Threatened Cellmate's Family To Steal I.D. For Escape
Bonnie Campo
A manhunt is underway across the state for a man convicted of first-degree murder. Patrick Walker, 34, was convicted by a jury in 2003 for the killing of 19-year-old Brandon Harlan in Oklahoma City. Walker has been in the Oklahoma Department of Correction
Authorities Still Searching For Escaped Killer
Caleigh Bourgeois
A convicted killer is still on the run days after he walked out of the Payne County Jail.
Authorities Still Searching For Escaped Killer
Caleigh Bourgeois
A convicted killer is still on the run days after he walked out of the Payne County Jail.
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Sunny weekend with a south breeze
News 9
Fire danger returns on Friday, but we could see rain chances this weekend. Lacey Swope has your latest forecast.
Sunny weekend with a south breeze
News 9
Fire danger returns on Friday, but we could see rain chances this weekend. Lacey Swope has your latest forecast.
City getting closer to May Avenue bridge makeover; looks to community for input
Stephanie Maniche
Oklahoma City seeks public input on new design for the May Avenue NW Expressway bridge, addressing safety and traffic issues. Head to okc.gov to voice your suggestions by April 25, 2025.
City getting closer to May Avenue bridge makeover; looks to community for input
Stephanie Maniche
Oklahoma City seeks public input on new design for the May Avenue NW Expressway bridge, addressing safety and traffic issues. Head to okc.gov to voice your suggestions by April 25, 2025.
Teen dead, 1 arrested following deadly NE OKC hit-and-run
Cameron Joiner
Family members are now mourning the loss of a 16-year-old girl after police say a suspect intentionally ran her over with his car.
Teen dead, 1 arrested following deadly NE OKC hit-and-run
Cameron Joiner
Family members are now mourning the loss of a 16-year-old girl after police say a suspect intentionally ran her over with his car.
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Sunny weekend with a south breeze
News 9
Fire danger returns on Friday, but we could see rain chances this weekend. Lacey Swope has your latest forecast.
City getting closer to May Avenue bridge makeover; looks to community for input
Stephanie Maniche
Oklahoma City seeks public input on new design for the May Avenue NW Expressway bridge, addressing safety and traffic issues. Head to okc.gov to voice your suggestions by April 25, 2025.
Teen dead, 1 arrested following deadly NE OKC hit-and-run
Cameron Joiner
Family members are now mourning the loss of a 16-year-old girl after police say a suspect intentionally ran her over with his car.
One in custody following a stabbing in NW OKC
Victor Pozadas
One person in custody following a stabbing in northwest Oklahoma City officials say.
D.C. Debrief: President Trump moves to dismantle Department of Education, lawmakers seek answers on federal cuts
Alex Cameron
Political Analyst Scott Mitchell and Washington Bureau Chief Alex Cameron discuss key moments from D.C. this week.
March Madness: Sooners bow-out of tournament with heads held high
Chris Williams
Sooners exit the NCAA tournament after a strong fight. Coach Porter and players reflect on the resilience showed this season.
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