Scammers are not just online, Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma warns. Seniors often see medical and financial fraud conducted by people who are close to them.
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Low turnout remains a staple for Oklahoma’s August elections. See how state and local races fared.
Locally and statewide, the majority of races Aug. 25 saw less than 40% of eligible voters turn out. We map which areas of Tulsa County counted the most ballots.
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Tulsa on the hook for $20K in storage costs for Cry Baby Cry statue in Florida
The city commissioned a 20-foot statue of a crying baby on a bicycle from an out-of-state artist for $250,000 in taxpayer dollars. Now it’s on the hook for thousands more in storage costs as the public art piece awaits installation.
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Tulsa PAC will close for renovations in 2028. Where will performances be held in the meantime?
While renovations won’t begin until 2028, leaders need to figure out the plan soon. On the table: building a temporary theater with 1,800 seats.
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Tulsa Zoo’s African Wilds exhibit back on track after raising $2.5M, unlocking city funds
Tulsa Zoo ran into a crisis with its newest exhibit. Now, after meeting its fundraising deadline, it has $10 million to spend on finishing African Wilds.
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This program has kept thousands of Tulsa mothers and infants alive. It’s facing a funding death.
Tulsa officials are sounding the alarm about federal funding threats to Healthy Start, which has improved Oklahoma’s infant mortality rate over the past three decades.
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Screwworms? Gross, but don’t panic. Tulsa health officials say the risk is low.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there have been no reports of locally acquired human infestation and only 16 domestically acquired cases in animals.
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Under new operator, Tulsa’s Mohawk Park golf course sees rise in revenue and renovations
Golfers have been pouring into Mohawk Park. The course is projected to bring in $5.6 million this year – up from $3.6 million the previous year.
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New mural dedicated to women and financial empowerment coming to north Tulsa
Lacy Park will feature a new mural funded by the Carter Center. Tulsa was the only U.S. city selected by the Carter Center this year.
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Tulsa library kicks off summer reading season with ‘Unearth the Story’ theme
Kids and adults alike can track their books this summer to win prizes through the end of July.
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Tulsa Asia Fest organizers opt to pause popular event in 2027, citing workload
Tulsa’s Asian Affairs Commission says the event, which drew thousands, was not sustainable to produce with volunteer labor.
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Tulsa Women’s Commission event raises more than $212K for YWCA Tulsa
The annual event recognizes women leaders in Tulsa and supports YWCA Tulsa programs, including housing stability, domestic violence services and other community resources.