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New measles exposure sites named in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma health officials report 12 measles cases and new exposure alerts in Oklahoma City at a pediatric clinic and a grocery store.

Mississippi kites are long-distance migrants that mate and raise their young in Oklahoma before heading back as a family to Argentina in the fall. (Photo by Jesse Pline/WildCare Oklahoma)

Animal coalition backs lights-out rule for bird safety

A tornado spins west of Hawley, Texas, as cars pass on U.S. 277. A bill to license Oklahoma storm chasers is on hold as lawmakers plan an interim study to address safety and road access concerns. (Ronald W. Erdrich/The Abilene Reporter-News via AP)

Legislators table storm-chaser licensing bill for further study

Energy

Oil prices fall, then recover, after Trump announces 90-day tariff pause

Oil prices swung wildly on Wednesday, sinking to a four-year low in anticipation of slowing economic growth due to a burgeoning trade war.

Tribal

The Pakanli – To Bloom exhibit at Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant’s Sky Tower art gallery showcases work by four Choctaw women artists, exploring the connection between women and nature through traditional stories and cultural expression. (Photo/Choctaw Nation)

Choctaw women honored in new Sky Tower exhibit

New Choctaw Casino exhibit honors Choctaw women artists and traditions, highlighting nature, culture and stories through diverse art forms.

Capitol

Legislators table storm-chaser licensing bill for further study

A bill to license Oklahoma storm chasers is on hold as lawmakers plan an interim study to address safety and road access concerns.

Banking/Finance

With its headquarters in Wichita, Kan., Equity Bancshares Inc. has strengthened its market position in Oklahoma through a merger with NBC Corp., which opened its first bank in Altus in 1931. (Photo provided by Equity Bancshares Inc.)

OKC’s NBC Corp. joins Equity Bank in $87M deal

Equity Bancshares will acquire Oklahoma City-based NBC Corp. in an $87M deal, expanding to 15 locations statewide and boosting total assets to $6.4B.

Law

Tulsa Police Capt. Luke Sherman praised Sen. Jim Inhofe's bill proposing $7.5 million in grants to train law enforcement during a press conference on May 14, 2021. (Whitney Bryen/Oklahoma Watch)

Retired cops sound alarm on pension board shift

Retired Oklahoma officers question the qualifications of new Police Pension Board appointee amid concerns of FOP influence and board control.

Special Publications

Health Care Heroes – 2025

The Journal Record’s 6th annual Health Care Heroes awards recognize individuals who have gone above and beyond to help make Oklahoma a healthier, safer and happier place to live and work.

Briefs

People on the Move

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EVENTS

2025 Oklahoma’s Most Admired CEOs

April 28th, 2025 | 6:00 PM

Celebrating the Most Admired CEOs and exceptional individuals in financial stewardship.

2025 Achievers Under 40

May 15th, 2025 | 5:00 PM

Honoring individuals under 40 across all industries who are making a difference in their professions and the community.

Empowering Women

August 21st, 2025 | 5:00 PM

The Empowering Women awards shine a light on companies and organizations that have demonstrated tangible efforts to supporting and elevating[...]

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Real Estate

Repeated evictions keep Oklahoma renters stuck

Contractor selected to demolish former convention center

OKC nature preserve plan sparks trail concerns

D1 Training to open first Oklahoma location in Edmond

What to expect in OKC real-estate market

Survey reveals top vacation home markets in 2025

OKC moves forward on $1B arena, mental health center

Oklahoma among best states for senior living in 2025

Volunteers from Malarkey Roofing Products, such as those pictured above during a 2023 Habitat build using a cleared Malarkey warehouse, continue to enthusiastically support Central Oklahoma Habitat for Humanity’s mission of building homes, community and hope. Since 2012, Malarkey’s hail-resistant, high-quality shingles have been a staple for Habitat. (Photo/COHFH)

Habitat for Humanity celebrates 500th roof donated by Malarkey Roofing Products

Central Oklahoma Habitat and Malarkey Roofing celebrate 500 donated roofs for affordable homes with volunteers in northwest Oklahoma City.

An ordinance allowing the development of accessory dwellings units in the city's urban core was introduced Tuesday and set for a public hearing and vote May 6. (Photo/City of Oklahoma City)

OKC introduces ordinance for accessory dwellings in urban core

The Oklahoma City Council introduced an ordinance to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) by right in the urban core to increase affordable housing options.