Oklahoma City, OK News RSS Feed - YourStreet http://www.yourstreet.com/news/oklahoma-city-ok The latest Oklahoma City, OK news updated hourly from thousands of sources. To see this news on a map, visit YourStreet.com. en-us Putnam City approves contingency plan WARR ACRES — The Putnam City School District has set up a contingency plan in the event of Superintendent Paul Hurst’s absence. The school board this week selected Assistant... http://www.yourstreet.com/4777506/putnam-city-approves-contingency-plan Edmond chorale to perform holiday songs The Edmond Community Chorale will give their annual Christmas Concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at First Christian Church of Edmond, 201 E Second, on the corner of Boulevard and... http://www.yourstreet.com/4777509/edmond-chorale-to-perform-holiday-songs OKLAHOMA BRIEFS RETAIL Randy’s M&M’s closes store EDMOND — Randy Ruark is back to operating just his original Randy’s M&M’s in Edmond after closing a second store last month. Ruark operated... http://www.yourstreet.com/4777423/oklahoma-briefs SMALL TALK LEAGUE NAMES PRESIDENT The board of directors of the Oklahoma Credit Union League has named Debra J. Morrow Ingram president and chief executive. Morrow Ingram had served as... http://www.yourstreet.com/4777399/small-talk Nation is getting together on energy The nation will have an energy plan for the first time in four decades under President-elect Barack Obama, T. Boone Pickens told 1,100 attendees at the Oklahoma Wind Energy... http://www.yourstreet.com/4777395/nation-is-getting-together-on-energy Skills help retiree ease back into a job After a long career as a registered operating and emergency room nurse in Oklahoma City and Bethany, Janice Szekely-Fuchs retired from the profession in her 50s. She never... http://www.yourstreet.com/4777398/skills-help-retiree-ease-back-into-a-job Oklahoma United Way to honor volunteers United Way organizers will recognize four volunteers for their dedication to helping others. The organization will host a reception at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the Waterford... http://www.yourstreet.com/4777383/oklahoma-united-way-to-honor-volunteers Moore kennel rulings to clash in Oklahoma Supreme Court Nuns versus pit bull terriers — it’s up to the state Supreme Court now. A battle between the nuns who run Villa Teresa Moore, a preschool at 13501 S Western, and an adjacent... http://www.yourstreet.com/4777408/moore-kennel-rulings-to-clash-in-oklahoma-supreme-court Trench safety flaw reported in Lawton LAWTON – A construction worker who lost part of his leg after spending hours buried in a trench could have been spared serious injury, had the trench been secured by a metal box... http://www.yourstreet.com/4777379/trench-safety-flaw-reported-in-lawton Remembering the victims of the terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India About 75 people gathered Tuesday at an Oklahoma City Jewish center to remember and pray for victims of the terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India. The Chabad Community Center for... http://www.yourstreet.com/4777389/remembering-the-victims-of-the-terrorist-attacks-in-mumbai-india Oklahoma bonds may advance despite suit A state panel Tuesday lifted restrictions for selling bonds on a $25 million project for Oklahoma flood-control efforts. "I want to move everything forward and get it resolved,”... http://www.yourstreet.com/4777384/oklahoma-bonds-may-advance-despite-suit Ambulance collision injures driver in Oklahoma City An ambulance en route to pick up a patient collided with a car at a northwest Oklahoma City intersection Tuesday, authorities said. The ambulance driver was going west on NW 122... http://www.yourstreet.com/4777382/ambulance-collision-injures-driver-in-oklahoma-city Loss has OU on the rebound NORMAN — The Oklahoma women’s basketball team will try to rebound from Sunday’s 106-78 loss at No. 1 Connecticut in tonight’s home game against Creighton. Tonight’s contest... http://www.yourstreet.com/4776868/loss-has-ou-on-the-rebound Sports Agate MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL6 p.m.Tulsa at OhioKRMG-AM 7406:15 p.m.Michigan vs. MarylandESPNU (Cox 253)6:15 p.m.Indiana vs. Wake ForestESPN (Cox 29)6:30 p.m.Penn State vs. Georgia... http://www.yourstreet.com/4776876/sports-agate Blazers release more staff members Express Sports, which owns the Central Hockey League’s Oklahoma City Blazers, announced the release of four staff members Tuesday. None of the staff members are on-ice personnel... http://www.yourstreet.com/4776873/blazers-release-more-staff-members Blazers notebook Groenestege receives honor Oklahoma City Blazers goaltender Doug Groenestege has been named the Sher-Wood Central Hockey League Goaltender of the Month for November. Groenestege... http://www.yourstreet.com/4776875/blazers-notebook Oklahoma GOP hopes bills receive new chance With Republicans controlling both the state Senate and House, some GOP legislators are hoping bills that died this year will get a second chance. Two early bills include one... http://www.yourstreet.com/4776845/oklahoma-gop-hopes-bills-receive-new-chance Edmond Community Events TODAY Free hearing screenings, through Friday, Hearing Care by Dr. Dave Hough, 941 NW 164, 513-6465. "Progress on the Land: Industry and the American Landscape Tradition,” 9 a... http://www.yourstreet.com/4776854/edmond-community-events Oklahoma City may start towing cars parked on sidewalks Parking on a sidewalk is already illegal, but Oklahoma City council members are considering a new rule that would let the city tow and impound cars parking in violation of the... http://www.yourstreet.com/4776856/oklahoma-city-may-start-towing-cars-parked-on-sidewalks Fourth suspect in Oklahoma City pizza delivery slaying surrenders PIZZA DELIVERY SLAYING Fourth suspect surrendersA fourth suspect in the Nov. 7 slaying of a pizza delivery driver surrendered to police Tuesday. Larry Donnail Stelly Jr., 21,... http://www.yourstreet.com/4776846/fourth-suspect-in-oklahoma-city-pizza-delivery-slaying-surrenders It’s fun for all aboard Oklahoma City boats A little boy crawling all over the canal boat could hardly contain his excitement. "Does it go underwater?” he gasped. "Nope,” the boat captain said. The boy slumped in his seat... http://www.yourstreet.com/4776847/it-s-fun-for-all-aboard-oklahoma-city-boats Oklahoma City Briefs HOLIDAYS Cheer at OUThe University of Oklahoma celebrates its annual tree lighting ceremony. see more on NewsOK.com http://www.yourstreet.com/4776858/oklahoma-city-briefs Cooking oil blamed in Del City house fire DEL CITY — Cooking oil on a stove is to blame for a fire that destroyed a home Monday afternoon, fire officials said. About 4:30 p.m., firefighters responded to a house fire at... http://www.yourstreet.com/4776849/cooking-oil-blamed-in-del-city-house-fire Minnesota downs Virginia, 66-56 MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Freshman Colton Iverson had 14 points and seven rebounds to lead Minnesota to a 66-56 victory over Virginia on Tuesday night. Blake Hoffarber scored 12... http://www.yourstreet.com/4776763/minnesota-downs-virginia-66-56 Cold front to cool things off in Oklahoma Oklahomans will get a chilly reminder on Wednesday of how close it is to winter. A storm system will bring a slight chance of precipitation to parts of the state but the main... http://www.yourstreet.com/4775927/cold-front-to-cool-things-off-in-oklahoma 4th Suspect Arrested In Killing Of Delivery Driver Police in Oklahoma City say they have arrested a fourth person in connection with the killing of a 29-year-old pizza delivery driver. http://www.yourstreet.com/4775697/4th-suspect-arrested-in-killing-of-delivery-driver Cirque Performers Warm Up The show is hitting Oklahoma City for the first time and KSBI-TV got a preview on Tuesday. http://www.yourstreet.com/4775416/cirque-performers-warm-up Devon looking for tax district to enhance new tower JESSE WELLS REPORTING OKLAHOMA CITY -- It's the largest development project in the history of downtown Oklahoma City, but plans by Devon Energy to build the state's tallest... http://www.yourstreet.com/4775165/devon-looking-for-tax-district-to-enhance-new-tower Malfunction disrupts phone service in northeastern Oklahoma City AT&T officials say an equipment malfunction has knocked out telephone service to several hundred customers in northeastern Oklahoma City. Phone service was disrupted Tuesday to... http://www.yourstreet.com/4774974/malfunction-disrupts-phone-service-in-northeastern-oklahoma-city Bill targets religious discrimination in Oklahoma schools The first House bill filed for the 2009 legislative session seeks to clarify where the line is drawn on allowing religion in public schools, but opponents say the bill is an... http://www.yourstreet.com/4774973/bill-targets-religious-discrimination-in-oklahoma-schools Larsh signs with Stars OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma City University has signed Mary Larsh of Edmond Memorial High School to its four-time defending NAIA champion women’s golf program. http://www.yourstreet.com/4774875/larsh-signs-with-stars High school dropout bill filed Associated Press - December 2, 2008 5:55 PM ET OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - State Sen. Kenneth Corn plans to file legislation prohibiting students under the age of 18 from dropping out... http://www.yourstreet.com/4774749/high-school-dropout-bill-filed Malfunction knocks out phone service Associated Press - December 2, 2008 5:25 PM ET OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - AT&T officials say an equipment malfunction has knocked out telephone service to several hundred customers... http://www.yourstreet.com/4774755/malfunction-knocks-out-phone-service Henry sees Obama as friend to states Associated Press - December 2, 2008 5:35 PM ET OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Gov. Brad Henry says he's impressed with President Barack Obama's grasp of state issues and willingness to... http://www.yourstreet.com/4774863/henry-sees-obama-as-friend-to-states Bill targets religious discrimination in schools Associated Press - December 2, 2008 6:15 PM ET OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - The first House bill filed for the 2009 legislative session seeks to clarify where the line is drawn on... http://www.yourstreet.com/4774748/bill-targets-religious-discrimination-in-schools Wrecks cleared on Oklahoma City-area roads At 4 p.m., three wrecks were reported on Oklahoma City-area roads at the following locations: - Southbound Interstate 235 at NW 6. - Westbound (southbound) Interstate 44 at... http://www.yourstreet.com/4774502/wrecks-cleared-on-oklahoma-city-area-roads Bill requires photo ID to vote Associated Press - December 2, 2008 4:15 PM ET OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - 1 of the first bills filed in the new Republican-led Senate would require voters to show photo... http://www.yourstreet.com/4774352/bill-requires-photo-id-to-vote Pickens: New administration needs energy plan OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) _ Billionaire energy magnate Boone Pickens said Tuesday that he expects the incoming presidential administration of Barack Obama will have an energy plan that... http://www.yourstreet.com/4774128/pickens-new-administration-needs-energy-plan Pickens: New administration needs energy plan Associated Press - December 2, 2008 3:55 PM ET OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Billionaire energy magnate Boone Pickens says he believes President-elect Barack Obama's administration will... http://www.yourstreet.com/4773969/pickens-new-administration-needs-energy-plan Ambulance sent to wreck at NW 122 and Portland in Oklahoma City Emergency crews are on the scene of an accident on NW 122 at Portland Avenue. An ambulance was sent to the wreck that occurred about 2 p.m., said police Sgt. Gary Knight. Police... http://www.yourstreet.com/4773679/ambulance-sent-to-wreck-at-nw-122-and-portland-in-oklahoma-city Bond sale for dam projects approved Associated Press - December 2, 2008 1:36 PM ET OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - The state Council of Bond Oversight has decided to move ahead with the sale of $27 million in bonds for low... http://www.yourstreet.com/4773118/bond-sale-for-dam-projects-approved No damage reported from Monday earthquake in Oklahoma City No structural damage has been reported from Monday night's small earthquake, authorities said this morning. At 8:49 p.m. Monday, a 2.7 magnitutde earthquake was recorded in... http://www.yourstreet.com/4772769/no-damage-reported-from-monday-earthquake-in-oklahoma-city Henry, first lady to celebrate Capitol Christmas tree-lighting Associated Press - December 2, 2008 12:45 PM ET OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Gov. Brad Henry and first lady Kim Henry will be joined by schoolchildren from across the state to light... http://www.yourstreet.com/4772554/henry-first-lady-to-celebrate-capitol-christmas-tree-lighting Oklahoma fans will find low gasoline prices en route to Kansas City Associated Press - December 2, 2008 10:55 AM ET OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Oklahoma fans who travel to Kansas City for this weekend's Big 12 championship game will enjoy the lowest... http://www.yourstreet.com/4771859/oklahoma-fans-will-find-low-gasoline-prices-en-route-to-kansas-city 4th suspect sought in killing of delivery driver Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY - Police now are looking for a fourth suspect in the killing of a 29-year-old pizza delivery driver. According to court documents, an arrest... http://www.yourstreet.com/4771794/4th-suspect-sought-in-killing-of-delivery-driver Earthquake shakes OKC area Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY - Authorities say a small earthquake rattled homes in the Oklahoma City metro area. There were no immediate reports of damage or injury with the... http://www.yourstreet.com/4771838/earthquake-shakes-okc-area Man dies in Oklahoma County courtroom Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY - A 67-year-old Checotah man collapsed and died in an Oklahoma County courtroom as attorneys and deputies tried unsuccessfully to save him.... http://www.yourstreet.com/4771795/man-dies-in-oklahoma-county-courtroom Earthquake Rocks OKC An earthquake shook the Oklahoma City metro area last night at about 8 p.m. The quake registered 2.7 on the Richter scale. http://www.yourstreet.com/4771596/earthquake-rocks-okc Turnover rate of Oklahoma DHS case workers slows OKLAHOMA CITY -- The turnover rate of child welfare workers at the Oklahoma Department of Human Services is slowing, but officials with the agency say the rate is still too high... http://www.yourstreet.com/4771565/turnover-rate-of-oklahoma-dhs-case-workers-slows Turnover rate of DHS case workers slows Associated Press - December 2, 2008 10:25 AM ET OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - The turnover rate of child welfare workers at the Oklahoma Department of Human Services is slowing, but... http://www.yourstreet.com/4771427/turnover-rate-of-dhs-case-workers-slows