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Oklahoma Lottery Powerball, Lotto America results for Aug. 23, 2025
The Oklahoma Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Aug. 23, 2025, results for each game: Winning Powerball numbers from Aug. 23 drawing 11-14-34-47-51, Powerball: 18, Power Play: 2 Check Powerball payouts...

Oklahoma, Brent Venables Make Bold Move on Josh Heupel’s 2027 Tennessee Target – Insider Report
Oklahoma’s 2027 recruiting cycle is still in its infancy, yet Brent Venables has already flashed the aggressive approach that defined his first SEC class. The Sooners banked their first pledge of the ’27 group when 6-7 Texas tackle Luke Wilson...

Warriors Earn Dominant Shutout Win Over Eagles in Oklahoma
The Midland University Warriors capped a successful road trip with a 3-0 victory over Southwestern Christian University in Bethany, Oklahoma. The win marked their second victory in two games to start the season, with three first-half goals setting...
Mercury Insurance Shares Guidance for Parents of First-Time Drivers
Practical Tips to Keep Young Drivers Safe and Insurance Costs Manageable LOS ANGELES, Aug. 21, 2025 -- A teen's first driver's license is both exciting and nerve-wracking for parents. Safety, training and the right insurance coverage ensures that...

Oklahoma City leaders outline $2.7 billion bond proposal ahead of October vote
Oklahoma City leaders will hold a town hall on September 11 to discuss a $2.7 billion bond proposal with 547 projects, set for a public vote on October 14. Saturday, August 23rd 2025, 9:54 am By: Graham Dowers OKLAHOMA CITY - Oklahoma City leaders...

Jeep overturns in two-car crash in southwest Oklahoma City
A three-car crash caused a Jeep to roll over near Southwest Grand and Villa in Oklahoma City Saturday after a driver failed to stop at a stop sign. Saturday, August 23rd 2025, 12:59 pm By: Graham Dowers OKLAHOMA CITY - A Jeep overturned in a...

'Hope to meet the need': Oklahoma County allocates $346,000 to Sisu to combat youth homelessness
WASHINGTON. NEARLY $350,000 OFFICIALLY APPROVED TO EXPAND A LOCAL NONPROFIT. WHO’S ON THE FRONT LINE FIGHTING BACK AGAINST YOUTH HOMELESSNESS. EARLIER THIS WEEK, COUNTY COMMISSIONERS UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED GIVING THEM THE MORE THAN 400. $346,000...

Amtrak's Latest Announcement Could Put An Underrated Route Back On The Map
Passenger rail operator Amtrak has confirmed in a statement that the Heartland Flyer, a daily train connecting Oklahoma City and Fort Worth, will continue running through 2026 after narrowly escaping suspension. The announcement comes just in time...

No. 12 Women’s Soccer Uses Late Goal to Earn Tie With No. 8 Cumberlands
The No. 12 Missouri Valley College women's soccer team kicked off its 2025 season with a thrilling 2-2 tie against No. 8 Cumberlands (Ky.). After conceding an early goal, the Vikings bounced back when senior defender Zoe Christofaro scored,...
Analysis: These Oklahoma counties fare best under Trump's tax cuts
Oklahomans may not experience the most financial relief that other Americans may see through tax cuts introduced under President Donald Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill." Signed into law on July 4, the legislation marks the most significant overhaul of...

OCPD investigating fatal shooting in northeast Oklahoma City
BREAKING NEWS IS HAPPENING NOW. GOOD EVENING, AND THANK YOU FOR JOINING US TONIGHT. I’M CHANTELLE NAVARRO. BREAKING NEWS OUT OF THE METRO. OKC POLICE JUST TOLD US ONE PERSON IS DEAD AFTER GETTING SHOT. THIS HAPPENED AROUND 215 THIS AFTERNOON NEAR...

Oklahoma lawmakers confront challenges for rural health care
Amber Holbein grew up in and around Ada. Her years of education took her as far away as the West Indies for med school, but she always had a passion to serve her hometown community. “I was able to see it from a young age,” she said. “Going to the...

Oklahoma Territorial Museum hosts 'Bad Art: Adult Night' for community engagement
The Oklahoma Territorial Museum and Carnegie Library will host an event called “Bad Art: Adult Night” on Thursday, September 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Guthrie. The program is open to adults who want to create their own art pieces. Attendees will also...

ESPN Matchup Predictor picks every game on Oklahoma's schedule
The Oklahoma Sooners will begin the 2025 college football season next Saturday when they welcome the Illinois State Redbirds to Norman for a primetime kickoff. 2025 presents a huge opportunity for the Sooners to get back on the winning track. OU...

Miss Oklahoma City and Miss Oklahoma City Teen begin year of service
Miss Oklahoma City Katelyn Woods and Miss Oklahoma City Teen Emery Stewart are starting their year of service, representing Oklahoma City and preparing for the Miss Oklahoma competition next June. In a recent interview, they shared their...

"Disappointing to see": Bears HC Ben Johnson fumes at Caleb Williams-led team's sloppy performance in first half vs. Chiefs despite 29-27 win
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson called out his first-team offense, led by Caleb Williams, for its sloppy start in the last preseason game. The Bears beat the Kansas City Chiefs 29-27 on Friday despite a slow start. Johnson was critical of the...

Marijuana sales tax revenue tops $3 billion in latest DOR monthly report
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Return of recession specials could be the latest sign of deteriorating consumer sentiment
As fears of a slowing economy lurk in the background, some businesses are taking notice and bringing back so-called recession specials. Look up the term “recession specials” through Google’s search engine, and the list of results will include...

Inmate walks away from Oklahoma City facility, now back in custody
Oklahoma corrections officials say inmate Jermaine E. Jackson walked away from Clara Waters Community Corrections Center in Oklahoma City late Thursday night. He is now back in custody. Saturday, August 23rd 2025, 7:38 pm By: Graham Dowers...
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