Two early-week homicides across the OKC metro area have resulted in one suspect in custody and a search for another in back-to-back days rocked by gun violence | Brett Fieldcamp:

A woman is dead from a hit-and-run in northwest OKC and police have arrested a suspect charged with hitting her intentionally with a vehicle | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

NEW - Community leaders, artists, and cultural figures from across Oklahoma's influential Hispanic community were inducted into the Oklahoma Hispanic Hall of Fame Wednesday. | Brett Fieldcamp reports

NEW - The Wide Open Experimental Film Festival is returning for its fifth year, with expanded involvement from OCU film students | Zoe Elrod reports:

Composer Chris Prather drops his years-in-the-making, genre-mashing "Through Falling Rain," a deep, dense dive into complex grief featuring a host of Oklahoman talents. | Music by True Sky Credit Union with Brett Fieldcamp:

The summer season is heating up, so we take a look at the buzziest upcoming films, including big sequels, superheroes, unnecessary remakes, and intriguing originals. | Film by OKCMOA Film with Brett Fieldcamp:

"Hell's Kitchen," the musical smash built on the songs of Alicia Keys, just finished an acclaimed run at Civic Center from OKC Broadway. Gavin Taylor has a full review:

OKC's support and care organizations are helping to spread awareness and acceptance all month long for World Autism Month | new contributor Erin Schalk reports:

NEW - April is World Autism Month, and that means that OKC organizations are spreading the word and demystifying assumptions about autism care | Erin Schalk reports: freepressokc.com/support-even...

NEW — The City Council of OKC approved final plans for the $17 million Clara Luper Civil Rights Center, a MAPS 4 project in the city's NE side. | Staff reports:

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🎬 April is all about Oklahoma-made films, from an indie comedy and a bleak, bloody streamer to some experimental shorts and the godfather of Okie blockbusters. | Film by OKCMOA Film with Brett Fieldcamp:

It's April, and that means all eyes and ears are on this year's Norman Music Festival, with a whole selection of new ways to engage the fest and the OK music scene. | Music by True Sky Credit Union with Brett Fieldcamp:

A suspicious death in late 2025 is now being ruled a homicide, and the suspect charged was found already in jail | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

"Cloud Embrace," the new public art sculpture in Bricktown, is an inspired and engulfing piece meant to encourage gatherings and bring some multicolor whimsy to OKC | Gavin Taylor reports:

NEW — It's April, and that means all eyes and ears are on this year's Norman Music Festival, with a whole selection of new ways to engage the fest and the OK music scene. | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

NEW — 🎬 April is all about Oklahoma-made films, from an indie comedy and a bleak, bloody streamer to some experimental shorts and the godfather of Okie blockbusters. | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

OKCPD have confirmed that some staff have been placed on leave after a prank involving claims of a car chase and an endangered baby sent multiple agencies into response | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

NEW — A suspicious death in late 2025 is now being ruled a homicide, and the suspect charged was found already in jail. | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

Tuesday's general election will see a winner in the first contested race for OKCPS District 7 in over a decade | Nuria Martinez-Keel, Oklahoma Voice reports: freepressokc.com/young-candid...

NEW — The Oklahoma State Election Board announced that a total of 611 candidates filed for state, federal, legislative, or judicial office. | Staff reports:

NEW — "Cloud Embrace," the new public art sculpture in Bricktown, is an inspired and engulfing piece meant to encourage gatherings and bring some multicolor whimsy to OKC. | Gavin Taylor reports:

A car chase Friday evening ended with a crash in southwest OKC, an injured bystander, and 11 officers all firing their guns, killing a 72-year-old suspect | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

NEW — Temporary street closures before, during and after the Festival of the Arts will affect downtown traffic in OKC April 10 - May 4. | Staff reports:

ICYMI - County officials voted to approve more than $4M in funds for the county detention center, avoiding calls for the National Guard to take control of the jail | Brett Fieldcamp reports: freepressokc.com/county-funds...

NEW — Police responded to a call Wed about a pursuit, a baby thrown out of a car, and a pedestrian being hit, before learning it was all a prank, allegedly by one of their own. | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

NEW — OKC Zoo scientist Dr. Emily Geest received the Mayor’s Award from non-profit OKC Beautiful at their Annual Distinguished Service Awards March 26. | Staff reports:

NEW — Early voting for the Board of Education General Election, as we as other propositions and municipal elections, begins today for 75 counties across the state. | Staff reports:

Thousands of protesters filled Bicentennial Park Saturday for the largest "No Kings" rally yet in OKC, followed by a march throughout Downtown | Alex Gatley & Brett Fieldcamp report:

NEW — Natalie Roman and Galilea Martinez are running for the OKCPS District 7 board seat in the district's first contested election in over a decade. | Nuria Martinez-Keel, Oklahoma Voice reports:

NEW — The Neighborhood Alliance of Central OK, the OKC Police Department, and Calle Dos Cinco invite the public to a free event to meet and speak with city police. | Staff reports:

Folk-singing married couple Rachel Lynch and Griffin Wade are going unexpectedly viral thanks to a new song that's as vulgar as it is catchy | Music by True Sky Credit Union with Brett Fieldcamp:

NEW — It’s important to stay weather-aware year-round, particularly in spring, when tornado risk increases in Oklahoma City. | Staff reports:

NEW — A car chase Friday evening ended with a crash in southwest OKC, an injured bystander, and 11 officers all firing their guns, killing a 72-year-old suspect. | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

There are some films springing up in the city’s indie theaters in April, each exploring themes of lost souls and found families, and each employing music in unique ways | Film by OKCMOA Film with Brett Fieldcamp:

County officials voted Tuesday to approve more than $4M in funds for the county jail following a multi-million dollar budget shortfall and leadership controversies | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

NEW — County officials voted Tuesday to approve more than $4M in funds for the county jail following a multi-million dollar budget shortfall and leadership controversies. | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

NEW — April sees the return of two popular shows at the Paseo Arts and Creativity Center, including "Duets," their annual collaboration with Autism Oklahoma. | Staff reports:

NEW — OKC’s March sales and use tax report shows combined General Fund collections were below this month last year and below the combined monthly projection. | Staff reports:

NEW — There are some films springing up in the city’s indie theaters in April, each exploring themes of lost souls and found families, and each employing music in unique ways. | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

Thousands of protesters filled Bicentennial Park Saturday for the largest "No Kings" rally yet in OKC, followed by a march throughout Downtown | Alex Gatley & Brett Fieldcamp report:

A shooting Thursday morning in northeast OKC has left one person dead and a suspect booked on a count of second-degree murder | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

NEW — Alt-country married couple Rachel Lynch and Griffin Wade are going unexpectedly viral thanks to a new song that's as vulgar as it is catchy. | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

City officials and OKC Thunder reps held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Continental Coliseum arena, the largest public project in OKC history | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

NEW — Thousands of protesters filled Bicentennial Park Saturday for the largest "No Kings" rally yet in OKC, followed by a march throughout Downtown. | Alex Gatley and Brett Fieldcamp reports:

NEW — A shooting Thursday morning in northeast OKC has left one person dead and a suspect booked on a count of second-degree murder. | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

Despite a huge of stock empty units, Oklahoma's housing crisis persists, with spiraling rent, renovation, and building costs pricing out renters and builders alike | Stephen Martin reports for Oklahoma Watch:

NEW — Candidates will be able to file to run for federal, state, legislative, and judicial offices in Oklahoma From April 1st through 3rd. | Staff reports:

This weekend, OKC’s Human Rights Commission is combing through century-old land documents to flag discriminatory language, and asking community members for help | Brett Fieldcamp reports:

The Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition kicks off the 25th annual MOMENTUM today! | Brett Fieldcamp reports: