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No Criminal Evidence Found In McCurtain County Sheriff Investigation, AG Drummond Says

News 9 An investigation into the McCurtain County sheriff has found no evidence of criminal activity after audio clips were released of alleged threats, according to Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond.

Rep. Dempsey Questioned About McCurtain County Audio Recordings

Anjelicia Bruton An Oklahoma town known for drawing tourists from all over is back in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Some are saying the investigation into recordings that caught county officials making racist and violent comments is taking too long.

McCurtain County Community Pushing For Speedy Investigation Into County Officials

Deanne Stein The McCurtain County community is ready to take their concerns to the Oklahoma State Capitol. The concerns stem from the release of audio files by the McCurtain County Gazette that revealed county officials talking about killing journalists and lynching black people.

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AG Gentner Drummond Requests Further Investigation Into McCurtain Co. Sheriff

News 9 Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond has requested the OSBI to further investigate McCurtain County Sheriff, Kevin Clardy, in regards to the racists and threatening comments made that were published in a recording.

AG Gentner Drummond Requests Further Investigation Into McCurtain Co. Sheriff

Woman Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against McCurtain Co. Sheriff's Office

Jordan Fremstad An Oklahoma woman is filing a wrongful death civil rights lawsuit against the McCurtain County Sheriff’s Office. The lawsuit comes after a plethora of controversy surrounding audio recordings from the Idabel local newspaper – the McCurtain County Gazette.

Woman Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against McCurtain Co. Sheriff's Office

State Senator Reacts To McCurtain County Commissioner Resignation

News 9 The resignation of a McCurtain County commissioner Wednesday has drawn the reaction of an Oklahoma state senator.

State Senator Reacts To McCurtain County Commissioner Resignation

News 9 The resignation of a McCurtain County commissioner Wednesday has drawn the reaction of an Oklahoma state senator.

McCurtain Co. Commissioner Resigns Amid Fallout From Controversial Audio

News 9 McCurtain County Commissioner Mark Jennings handed in his resignation Wednesday morning, days after audio revealed that he and other county officials allegedly discussed killing two local journalists.

McCurtain Co. Commissioner Resigns Amid Fallout From Controversial Audio

McCurtain Co. Officials Suspended From Oklahoma Sheriffs’ Association After Audio Clips Released

News 9 Several McCurtain County officials have been suspended from the Oklahoma Sheriffs’ Association after audio clips of alleged threats were released.

McCurtain Co. Officials Suspended From Oklahoma Sheriffs’ Association After Audio Clips Released

News 9 Several McCurtain County officials have been suspended from the Oklahoma Sheriffs’ Association after audio clips of alleged threats were released.

9 To Know: April 18, 2023

News 9 Here are the nine stories you need to know from both Oklahoma and around the world.

9 To Know: April 18, 2023

News 9 Here are the nine stories you need to know from both Oklahoma and around the world.

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Protestors Call For Resignations For Several McCurtain Co. Officials After Audio Clips Released

Deanne Stein A large crowd gathered for a peaceful protest at the McCurtain County commissioners’ meeting Monday morning. They’re calling for the resignation of several county officials following the release of audio clips containing discussions of violence and racism.

Protestors Call For Resignations For Several McCurtain Co. Officials After Audio Clips Released

McCurtain Co. Commission Convenes Emergency Meeting; Protestors Gather Outside

News 9 Protestors have gathered outside the McCurtain County Commission offices Monday morning in Idabel as the commission convenes an emergency meeting.

McCurtain Co. Commission Convenes Emergency Meeting; Protestors Gather Outside

News 9 Protestors have gathered outside the McCurtain County Commission offices Monday morning in Idabel as the commission convenes an emergency meeting.

FBI Investigating Alleged Death Threats Made By County Officials Against Oklahoma Newspaper Reporters

News 9 The FBI has launched an investigation in McCurtain County following a disturbing recording obtained by News 9. The recording, captured by Gazette reporter Bruce Willingham, revealed county officials discussing plans to beat, kill and bury two newspaper reporters in Idabel, including Willingham's son, Chris.

FBI Investigating Alleged Death Threats Made By County Officials Against Oklahoma Newspaper Reporters

Gov. Stitt Calls For McCurtain County Officials To Resign

News 9 Governor Kevin Stitt issued a statement Sunday evening calling for the resignation of multiple McCurtain County officials after comments they allegedly made were published in a recording.

Gov. Stitt Calls For McCurtain County Officials To Resign

News 9 Governor Kevin Stitt issued a statement Sunday evening calling for the resignation of multiple McCurtain County officials after comments they allegedly made were published in a recording.

Silver Alert For Missing McCurtain County Woman

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Authorities in McCurtain County issue a Silver Alert for a missing woman from Smithville. The alert was issued Thursday afternoon for 81-year-old Wanda Harmon.

Silver Alert For Missing McCurtain County Woman

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Authorities in McCurtain County issue a Silver Alert for a missing woman from Smithville. The alert was issued Thursday afternoon for 81-year-old Wanda Harmon.

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