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• Southwest must offer $75 travel vouchers for certain flight delays: US DOT

  01-05-2024 23:50 via kfor.com
  
  (WHTM) — Southwest Airlines will now offer a travel voucher worth at least $75 to some customers whose flights are canceled or delayed.The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Tuesday that Southwest Airlines is required to provide compensation as part of a deal reached after its 2022 "holiday meltdown that stranded millions of passengers across the country."Flyers can receive a Southwest LUV Voucher if their flight is canceled or delayed within seven days of departure, they arrive t
  
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• CRIMINAL INJUSTICE: A domestic abuse survivor imprisoned for life for the murder of her abuser

  22-05-2024 05:47 via kfor.com
  
  TULSA, Okla. (KFOR) — News 4 is launching a new series of reports about justice in Oklahoma, specifically criminal justice for Oklahoma women.According to several national publications, Oklahoma has the lowest score in the nation for women's healthcare and women's safety, the highest number of domestic violence crimes against women per capita and the second highest rate of incarceration for women. Second Survivor’s Act bill passes Senate after Governor’s vetoNews 4's Ali Meyer
  
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• Back to square one? OKC city council denies request to build the new county jail at the chosen site

  22-05-2024 01:26 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Is it back to the drawing board for Oklahoma County Commissioners? On Tuesday, the Oklahoma City city council approved to deny the rezoning request to build the new county jail at East Grand and Southeast 15th Street. It's the site that’s been opposed by the Mid-Del community since day one. It was all cheers and smiles at the city council chamber on Tuesday after a seven to one vote to deny the chosen jail site location in Southeast Okl
  
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• City Council approves new arena in downtown Oklahoma City

  22-05-2024 00:49 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - Oklahoma City Council gave the green light to a development package at Tuesday’s meeting, meaning it’s game on for the new downtown arena that will become the new home for the OKC Thunder. The development agreement was approved by a vote of 7-2.  LOCAL NEWS: OKC Council leaders approve new arena location"Oh, let's go, Thunder man. That's amazing. I'm excited,” said Anthony Wood, a Thunder fan. Here’s how the nearly billion dollar aren
  
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• 'Ridiculous': OSDE reportedly misses deadline to apply for crisis intervention funding worth almost $1M

  22-05-2024 00:41 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — As first reported by The Frontier, the U.S. Department of Justice confirmed the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) did not reapply for a grant previously used to create a crisis intervention team.This year, tornadoes have ripped through several rural communities including Sulphur, Marietta, and Barnsdall. State Superintendent Ryan Walters visited each of those three cities shortly after devastation, according to his X account. ‘Unfair, unjust’:
  
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• 80 employees let go from Chesapeake Energy

  22-05-2024 00:32 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR)— 80 people who worked for Chesapeake energy are now looking for new jobs. That is about 10% of their workforce.
  The company said the layoffs come after they sold their operations in Texas.Chesapeake Energy, Southwestern Energy announce mergerChesapeake Energy confirmed most employees found out over the phone that they would no longer have a job at the natural gas giant.A company-wide email, obtained by News 4, was sent on Tuesday morning.
  It reads:Chesapeake Team,
  Sinc
  
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• What can happen if you park under an overpass during a tornado

  22-05-2024 00:26 via kfor.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — With parts of the U.S. facing a risk of severe weather and tornadoes — including some still trying to recover from other recent storms — it's a good time to revisit storm safety.
  If you live in an area known to have tornadoes, knowing your safe spot may be common sense, whether it's a basement, an interior room on the lowest level of the building, a tornado shelter, or, if those are unavailable, "the nearest ditch, ravine, or culvert."But what about when you're driv
  
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• One person dead, suspect on the run in NW OKC shooting

  22-05-2024 00:19 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Oklahoma City Police are investigating a shooting on NW 10th near Rockwell that killed a man Tuesday afternoon.
  Officers said they received a call about a shooting around 1 p.m. on Tuesday. MSgt. Gary Knight with the Oklahoma City Police Department said when officers arrived they found a man in the middle of the road.Officers then started performing CPR before the man died.          “There was a lot of noise. Then I
  
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• Oklahoma Autism Center receives grant, flooded with toys

  21-05-2024 23:52 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Christmas came early at the Oklahoma Autism Center, after a new grant supplied them with thousands of dollars worth of toys. Program officials said it is crucial to their teachings.Mindy Shaw's daughter, Grace, is happy and vocal. Shaw said she wasn't always like this, after enduring years of frustration."She is considered non-verbal," said Shaw.Shaw said early on, doctors noticed Grace wasn't reaching her milestones."She didn't really babble. She didn't really point
  
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• DOJ adds Oklahoma to the list of states it's suing to block their immigration laws

  21-05-2024 23:49 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The U.S. Department of Justice sued Oklahoma on Tuesday seeking to block a law that seeks to impose criminal penalties on those living in the state illegally.
  The lawsuit in federal court in Oklahoma City challenges a law that makes it a state crime — punishable by up to two years in prison — to live in Oklahoma without legal immigration status. Similar laws passed in Texas and Iowa already are facing challenges from the Justice Department.
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• DOJ sues Oklahoma over new law setting state penalties for those living in the US illegally

  21-05-2024 23:18 via kfor.com
  OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The U.S. Department of Justice sued Oklahoma on Tuesday over a state law that seeks to impose criminal penalties on those living in the state illegally.
  The lawsuit in federal court in Oklahoma City challenges an Oklahoma law that makes it a state crime — punishable by up to two years in prison — to live in the state without legal immigration status. Similar laws passed in Texas and Iowa already are facing challenges from the Justice Department. Oklahoma is
  
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• Oklahoma has record-breaking tornado season in 2024, NWS data shows

  21-05-2024 23:15 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Recent data from the National Weather Service shows that Oklahoma has had a record-breaking tornado season in 2024, with numbers still climbing as the NWS continues to assess storms from April and May.According to a preliminary report from the NWS, the state of Oklahoma has seen 82 total tornadoes as of Tuesday morning. That's double the yearly average total for January through May (41), and the NWS is expected to add at least eight more tornadoes to the 2024 total.T
  
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• Sour Patch Kids Oreos? Peeps Pepsi? What's behind the weird flavors popping up on store shelves

  21-05-2024 23:08 via kfor.com
  
  (AP) – Van Leeuwen Ice Cream usually draws customers with gourmet takes on classics like vanilla and pistachio. But occasionally, the artisanal ice cream maker headquartered in New York slips in what it calls a “shock flavor,” like Hidden Valley Ranch or pizza.Surprising flavor combinations – think gravy-flavored Jones Soda or Sour Patch Kids Oreos -- are showing up more frequently in grocery stores and restaurant chains.Hershey recently introduced pink lemonade-flavored
  
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• McDonald's is removing self-serve beverage stations. What does it mean for customers?

  21-05-2024 23:05 via kfor.com
  
  (NewsNation) — McDonald's has been working toward the elimination of its self-serve beverage stations in restaurants across the U.S. for the past year, with the company wanting to phase them all out by 2032. Plus, some locations may start to charge customers for refills.
  In-restaurant customers won't be able to pour themselves a drink, which a McDonald's spokesperson told CBS is meant to make the experience more consistent no matter where the customer orders.As the change — announced
  
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• In effort to lower prices, Biden admin releases 1M barrels of reserve gasoline

  21-05-2024 23:04 via kfor.com
  
  (The Hill) — The Biden administration is releasing about 1 million barrels of reserve gasoline supplies as part of an effort to bring down prices at the pump in the Northeastern U.S.In a statement on the announcement, Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said Tuesday described the effort as “strategically releasing this reserve in between Memorial Day and July 4th.” This is being done to make sure “sufficient supply flows to the tri-state and northeast at a time hardwo
  
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• Ex-UFC fighter Geane Herrera killed in motorcycle crash: reports

  21-05-2024 22:46 via kfor.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Former UFC fighter Geane "La Pulga" Herrera died over the weekend after crashing his motorcycle on the Gandy Bridge, according to reports.Born in Duarte, California, Herrera rose to fame as a professional mixed martial artist in the Flyweight division, fighting both for the UFC and the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC).MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 26: Geane Herrera poses on the scale during the UFC weigh-in at Rod Laver Arena on November 26, 2016 i
  
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• A once-common bee has nearly died off: How and where it could return

  21-05-2024 21:33 via kfor.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — It’s no secret how important bees and pollinators are to our plants, foods and even our water supply. Honey bee products and services have an estimated value of $700 million in the U.S. alone, according to federal officials.Bee populations have, however, struggled in recent years. A recent study found honey bee colonies in the Pacific Northwest are at a heightened risk of collapse due to climate change-induced warming. Last year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture approve
  
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• Fani Willis, judge at center of Trump Georgia probe vie for reelection

  21-05-2024 21:21 via kfor.com
  
  Two key figures at the center of Donald Trump’s Georgia election probe are vying for reelection on Tuesday. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis (D) and Fulton Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee will face voters for the first time since Trump’s election interference case thrust the two in the national spotlight.  Any surprise upset in the race could throw another hurdle in the way of the election interference case, one of several that has drawn intense public int
  
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• UPDATE: Police investigate deadly shooting in NW Oklahoma City

  21-05-2024 20:52 via kfor.com
  
  UPDATE @ 2:27 P.M.News 4's Adria Goins reports from scene that the Hope Community Center on NW 10th St. is currently on lockdown in response to the nearby shooting.Police say one person was killed in the shooting, and that they they do not have a description of the suspected shooter at this time. Investigators are still working to determine what led up to the shooting.ORIGINAL STORYOKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Oklahoma City Police are investigating a shooting at an apartment complex near NW 10th
  
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• Shooting investigation underway in NW Oklahoma City

  21-05-2024 20:52 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Oklahoma City Police are investigating a reported shooting at an apartment complex near NW 10th Street and N Rockwell Avenue.All lanes of NW 10th St. have been closed between Rockwell and Anita Avenue due to the ongoing investigation.News 4 has a crew headed to the scene and will provide updates as more information becomes available.This is a developing story.
  
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• Person who damaged historic tower in Death Valley comes forward

  21-05-2024 20:30 via kfor.com
  
  (KLAS) – The person who damaged a 113-year-old historic tower in California's Death Valley contacted the National Park Service to accept responsibility for their actions.Last week, the National Park Service (NPS) had announced that a salt tram tower in Saline Valley had been damaged on April 19, 2024, after having been used by someone as an anchoring point for a winch, to pull their vehicle out of the mud. In the process, the tower was knocked down.Those with information into the incident
  
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• Oklahoma cowboy killed in 'drive-by' Midland shooting

  21-05-2024 20:28 via kfor.com
  
  MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Family members have now identified an Oklahoma man who was tragically killed after a drive-by shooting on Mother's Day in Midland.The Midland County Sheriff's Office was called out to a shooting on the morning of May 12.
  At the scene, investigators found 26-year-old Oklahoman Austin Winn dead from a gunshot wound.
  Family members of Austin continue to look for answers.Witnesses at the scene say Winn was found in a vehicle near a truck stop off of 1788. Last week, depu
  
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• Rudy Giuliani pleads not guilty to felony charges in Arizona election interference case

  21-05-2024 19:58 via kfor.com
  
  PHOENIX (AP) — Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani pleaded not guilty Tuesday to nine felony charges stemming from his role in an effort to overturn Donald Trump’s 2020 election loss in Arizona to Joe Biden.Giuliani appeared remotely for the arraignment that was held in a Phoenix courtroom. His trial will take place in October.Former Arizona Republican Party chair Kelli Ward and at least 11 other people were also arraigned Tuesday for conspiracy, forgery and fraud
  
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• When will cicadas finally leave?

  21-05-2024 19:40 via kfor.com
  
  NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Right on cue, trillions of cicadas are emerging in the U.S. as 'cicada-geddon' begins.The bugs have already made appearances across Illinois, Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri, Wisconsin, North Carolina, and South Carolina, and are expected to bombard even more states into the summer.Cicadas, while harmless, are known for their singing and chirping, which only seem to get louder by the day. So loud, in fact, that residents have called the police to report the alarming
  
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• What's going on at the OKC Zoo in June, July

  21-05-2024 19:07 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden has a "wild summer" planned.According to the OKC Zoo, there are events planned for the months of June and July for visitors of all ages. GOOD NEWS!: ‘A few more cute faces’: OKC Zoo announces new addition to animal familyJUNEOn Saturday, June 1, the Zoo is hosting World Giraffe Day activities from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests can visit Expedition Africa to learn more about the tallest residents at the Zoo with their careta
  
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• These are the best places to live in the US: 2024 report

  21-05-2024 18:26 via kfor.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — The U.S. is an expansive country, full of widely different cities — from the coastal towns to mountainous neighborhoods, small towns and sprawling metros, your options are nearly overwhelming if you're looking to relocate.
  Of all the places to live in the United States, it's a Florida city that stands as the best, according to U.S. News and World Report's latest rankings.
  After considering the aspects people are most concerned about, like crime rates, quality of education
  
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• White House slams 'sickening' video shared by Trump team referencing 'unified Reich'

  21-05-2024 18:21 via kfor.com
  
  (The Hill) – The White House blasted former President Trump on Tuesday after a video was posted to his Truth Social page referencing a "unified Reich" if he won a second term, calling it "dangerous and offensive.""It is abhorrent, sickening, and disgraceful for anyone to promote content associated with Germany’s Nazi government under Adolf Hitler," White House deputy press secretary Andrew Bates said in a statement."Any Antisemitic dog whistling is dangerous and offensive — and
  
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• Graceland facing foreclosure auction; Elvis heir fights to block sale

  21-05-2024 18:20 via kfor.com
  
  MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) — Graceland, the historic home of Elvis Presley, is set to be sold off at a foreclosure auction this week in Tennessee, but his granddaughter is fighting to block the sale.A temporary restraining order on the sale was granted Monday, according to an attorney for heir Riley Keough. An injunction hearing is set for Wednesday.
  A notice published this month states that Graceland and the surrounding acreage on Elvis Presley Boulevard in Memphis, Tennessee, is set to be auc
  
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• AG Drummond announces initiative for Officer of the Year awards, nominations open

  21-05-2024 17:52 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced Tuesday law enforcement supervisors across the state are invited to submit nominations for the A.G.’s inaugural Officer of the Year Award initiative.A statewide award winner and four regional award winners will be honored in a December ceremony at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City.According to the AG's office, eligibility is open for officers serving in Oklahoma law enforcement, whi
  
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• OKC Council leaders approve new arena location

  21-05-2024 17:41 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — The City of Oklahoma City held it's vote on Tuesday solidifying the location for the Oklahoma City Thunder’s new arena.With a 7-2 vote Oklahoma City officials confirmed the proposed location of Sheridan Avenue and Reno Avenue and Robinson Avenue and E.K. Gaylord Boulevard. Ward 7, which is located at the former site of the Cox Convention Center, now Prairie Surf Studios.
  Prairie Surf Studios. Image KFOR.Fans react to proposed site of new arena in OKCCouncil wom
  
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