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Our Blood Institute Appoints Dr. Jesse McCool as New Chief Operating Officer
Our Blood Institute Appoints Dr. Jesse McCool as New Chief Operating Officer Our Blood Institute, the primary provider for more than 5 million residents across Oklahoma, Texas and Arkansas, has appointed Dr. Jesse McCool as COO.
Blood Emergency Readiness Corps Activated to Respond to Extreme Weather in North Texas
Blood Emergency Readiness Corps Activated to Respond to Extreme Weather in North Texas Blood Emergency Readiness Corps was activated to send blood to Carter BloodCare, the blood provider for North Texas hospitals after severe storms hit the area.
Two arrested after early morning chase in stolen vehicle through south Oklahoma City
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – A routine traffic stop turned into a chase involving multiple divisions and Air 1 through southwest Oklahoma City Thursday morning. “As it turns out, this vehicle was stolen,” Sgt. Dillon Quirk, Oklahoma City Police. The truck was reported stolen back on Jan. 1, but the situation began over something else… “This was in reference to a disturbance between a repo employee and a vehicle,” Quirk said.
Edmond Immediate Care clinic forced to close its doors due to staff COVID-19 illnesses
EDMOND, Okla. (KFOR) – A metro immediate care center was forced to close one of its clinics on Wednesday due to lack of staff as some tested positive for COVID-19. “We have been kind of rolling staff around and eventually it kind of caught up with the number of folks that we have and the number of people who have been testing positive being out,” said Dr. Kevin Penwell, Immediate Care of OK President and Founder. “We could have been open but would have been really short-staffed. It just wasn’t safe.
Crest Foods COVID-19 testing sites closed Tuesday due to testing shortage
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – A popular COVID testing site in the metro was forced to close for the day. But there are a few more options available if you need a test within 24 hours. A line of cars was seen bright and early outside Crest Foods testing facility in Edmond on Tuesday morning, but those in line were turned away with no test results.
Moore High School mourning death of senior baseball player after early-morning crash involving other teens
MCCLAIN COUNTY, Okla. (KFOR) – New information was released in a deadly early Monday morning accident along I-35. The crash happened south of Goldsby in McClain County. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol says a traveling baseball team was heading north along I-35 when their vehicle crashed and rolled over, killing the driver who was just 18 years old. “Anytime there’s a fatal accident, it’s terrible, but especially when juveniles are involved,” said Trooper Eric Foster, Oklahoma Highway Patrol.
Plans for new Edmond apartment complex now on hold, waiting for a vote
Edmond EDMOND, Okla. (KFOR) – A decision was made on plans to build a new apartment complex in Edmond. The project has led to residents spear-heading a petition against it, but the developers sued opponents saying they tricked people into signing. On Wednesday, a judge ruled in favor of the residents. “Even if the court had admitted every single bit of evidence that they wanted to provide, the fact of the matter is that the evidence was insufficient,” said A.J. Ferate, attorney for petitioners.
Oklahoma doctor explains new COVID-19 quarantine guidelines
FILE – A pregnant and intubated COVID-19 patient sits in the Surgical Intensive care unit (SICU) at St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center in Boise, Idaho on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2021. Pregnant women with COVID face increased chances for stillbirths and that risk spikes to four times higher with the delta variant compared with uninfected women, new CDC data show. (AP Photo/Kyle Green, File) OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – The CDC has shortened its recommended isolation and quarantine period for COVID-19 patients.
Police investigating after woman shot into a northeast Oklahoma City home
Shooting at NE 16th and Lottie OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Police are investigating after a woman was shot when bullets went into a home in northeast Oklahoma City on Sunday night. Police say the shooter may have known the people inside. “It appeared to be a walk-up or run-up shooting of some sort where multiple shots were fired inside the residence and then the suspect fled on foot,” said Sgt. Dillon Quirk, with the Oklahoma City Police Department.
Thousands received Christmas meals, toys thanks to Red Andrews Christmas Dinner
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Thousands of families in the metro received a little Christmas joy on Christmas Eve morning. “It makes you just feel good, feel joy, and to remember the true reason for the season,” said Adriana Knight, who volunteered for her birthday. Toys for kids of all ages, food, even Santa and Mrs.
Oklahoma man recovers from COVID-19 after turning down ventilator, going home
FILE – In this Aug. 17, 2021, file photo, nursing coordinator Beth Springer looks into a patient’s room in a COVID-19 ward at the Willis-Knighton Medical Center in Shreveport, La. A decline in COVID-19 cases in the United States over the last several weeks has given overwhelmed hospitals some relief, but administrators are bracing for yet another possible surge as cold weather drives people indoors.
Jones resident sues Oklahoma town for allegedly violating Open Records Act
JONES, Okla. (KFOR) – The town of Jones is now facing a lawsuit for allegedly violating the Open Records Act. This comes after a resident filed an open records request that allegedly went unanswered. This story was first reported by The Jones Journal, also saying a new town resolution now charges $85 per hour for any request that requires legal support– including open records requests. “Where government runs into problems is when they forget that those records belong to the public.
Traveling for the holidays? Here’s how you can stay safe from COVID-19 and the omicron variant
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – People across the state and beyond are preparing to travel ahead of the holidays as doctors warn the omicron variant spreads the virus faster than before. “We’re in a much better place now than we were last year,” said Dr. Dale Bratzler, OU Chief COVID Officer. As Oklahomans prepare to travel ahead of the holidays, COVID-19 is still a concern nearly two years into the pandemic.
Two Oklahomans to be featured on Donate Life’s float during Rose Bowl Parade
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — With the holidays upon us, right now is a perfect time to reflect on one of the greatest gifts you can ever receive– which is the gift of life. Every year, LifeShare of Oklahoma helps sponsor the Donate Life float in the Tournament of Roses Parade in Los Angeles. Two Oklahomans will be honored on this year’s float. “That small gift of giving what she had and was no longer gonna need, she was able to make a huge difference for others,” said Dana Johnson, Shelby’s mom.
Fort Sill soldiers wait at Will Rogers World Airport to fly home for the holidays
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – While we begin to gather for the holidays, some will be traveling from far away to make it home for Christmas. Thousands of soldiers will pass through the YMCA Military Welcome Center at Will Rogers World Airport through the weekend. “I’ve been away from home for two-and-a-half months now,” said Solomon Agyei-Boadi, who is from Ghana, West Africa and New Jersey. “I’m going home to Orlando, Florida.
74-year-old Oklahoma woman allegedly attacked by stranger while letting dog outside
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — A northwest Oklahoma City woman was allegedly attacked in her own home near N. County Line and Wilshire after she says a stranger came in through her back door on Wednesday morning. The victim’s family is now concerned for her safety. The woman’s son tells us he came over to check on his mom like he does every day and found her with half her face covered in blood. That’s when he called police.
Daughter of Oklahoma man allegedly murdered by boss now suing suspect
GUTHRIE, Okla. (KFOR) – The daughter of a Guthrie man murdered and found buried beneath a septic tank is now suing the suspect. Daniel Triplett, the boss of Brent Mack, was charged with murder in the first degree and desecration of a corpse after Mack’s body was found in October. Brent Mack “When we got the call that they pulled my dad out of a 13-foot hole, with a 2,500-pound septic tank on top of his body, I thought I was going to have a heart attack,” said Terrell Mack, Brent Mack’s son.
Oklahoma City woman arrested after leaving children home alone while at bar
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – A Southwest Oklahoma City woman is now sitting in the Oklahoma County Jail after police say she left four children unsupervised while she was out drinking at a bar. Police say a nine-year-old was left in charge of her three siblings at a home on the southwest side. One of them, only 9-months-old, was being fed pizza because the sibling didn’t know what to feed a baby. “She was obviously not equipped to take care of three young children,” said MSgt.
Suspect on the run after deadly shooting in Oklahoma City
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Oklahoma City police are investigating a shooting on the northwest side of the metro Sunday night. One man was found dead on the scene and police still looking for the person responsible. Police say the call came in around 10 p.m. on Sunday night. “When officers arrived, they found one victim there. It appeared that he had been shot to death,” said MSgt. Gary Knight, with the Oklahoma City Police Department.
Man booked into Oklahoma County Jail after flight makes emergency landing at Will Rogers World Airport
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – A flight from one coast to the other was diverted to Oklahoma City on Thursday night. The person behind the diversion was booked into Oklahoma County Jail for allegedly assaulting a flight attendant. It all started around 7 p.m. when a flight from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles made an emergency landing at Will Rogers World Airport. “In 15 minutes at Gate 28, there’s an emergency landing. A flight attendant has been assaulted,” scanner traffic reported.
Yukon Public Schools, SWOSU expand partnership to start first four-year university on an Oklahoma high school campus
YUKON, Okla. (KFOR) – The Yukon Public Schools (YPS) partnership with Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) is expanding in a major way. The two are already in partnership to provide higher education benefits for Yukon students, but now SWOSU will be the first-ever four-year university on an Oklahoma high school campus. “We very well could be the first for a four-year university on a high school campus,” said Desarae Witmer, Yukon Public Schools Assistant Superintendent.
Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office warning Oklahomans of telephone scam
NORMAN, Okla. (KFOR) – The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office is sending out a warning after seeing a rise in fraud cases that get people to buy gift cards to pay off outstanding warrants. “It will look like they’re getting a call from us and they will claim they have a warrant out for their arrest,” said Mendi Brandon, Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office. With the holidays just around the corner, an old scam is making its way through the telephone lines again.
Oklahoma veterans gather for Pearl Harbor remembrance ceremony Tuesday morning
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – It’s been 80 years to the day since more than 2,400 Americans lost their lives in the attack on Pearl Harbor. “December 7, 1941, will be forever remembered, and we will never forget what happened that day,” said Cedric L. Jessup- Commodore of Strategic Communications Wing 1. A somber ceremony Tuesday morning.
Father in Oklahoma County Jail after child found in filthy home
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – A northwest Oklahoma City father is now in jail and a child is in DHS custody after a welfare check of a home found it to be filthy. “As it turns out, this ended up being what is often times referred to as a house of squalor,” said MSgt. Gary Knight, with the Oklahoma City Police Department. A 911 call from a woman inside a home near 178th and Western prompted Oklahoma City police to check the welfare of the people inside on Tuesday night.
Oklahoma State University football fans gearing up for Big 12 Championship game
STILLWATER, Okla. (KFOR) – Oklahoma State fans have been hitting the stores the last few days, but not just for Christmas shopping. They’re grabbing their brightest orange ahead of the Big 12 game. “Beat Baylor!” said Judy Chester and Sheila Schrock, who were Christmas shopping. “Go pokes!” said Josie Hilton, who was on a college campus tour. Shirts were flying off the shelves at stores around OSU’s campus.
OU and OSU fans flock to Stillwater for tailgating
STILLWATER, Okla. (KFOR) – The big game was in Stillwater on Saturday night with fans pouring in not just from across the state, but across the country. It was tailgates divided in Stillwater. “I’m just hoping that OU wins,” one fan said. “OSU’s gonna beat OU!!!” another fan said. “I heard a 100% chance of Sooners tearing, crying? Is that right?” said OSU fan Riley Mosely. “Hopefully I can get along with more of my friends after this game,” said OU fan Ashlynn Davis.
Gift of Life: ‘I knew I was dying,’ Oklahoma man needed a life-saving donation
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – This Thanksgiving marks a major milestone for an Oklahoma man, one very near and dear to one of KFOR’s own. News 4’s Jacklyn Chappell’s father will be sitting around the Thanksgiving table on Thursday with his family, celebrating a moment they weren’t sure would ever come: his first holiday with a new heart. Nurses clapped as my dad, Jack Chappell, wheeled around the corner outside of his hospital wing. “Bye, Jack! Yay!” his nurses said.
Local shelter spends Thanksgiving serving meals to Oklahomans experiencing homelessness
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – A local shelter took the season of giving a step further by offering home-cooked Thanksgiving meals to Oklahomans experiencing homelessness. “We’ve never volunteered on Thanksgiving and we thought it would be a good day to do that,” said volunteer Alex Munger. The kitchens are stocked. The meals hitting the plates. The City Rescue Mission is ready to serve those in need this Thanksgiving. “It is a full Thanksgiving meal with all of the trimmings.
Oklahoma City Police investigating officer-involved shooting after suspect allegedly fired at officers
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – An overnight officer-involved shooting at an apartment complex in southwest Oklahoma City sent one man to the hospital early Wednesday morning. “It was shortly before 1 o’clock this morning when there was a call placed to 911,” said MSgt. Gary Knight, Oklahoma City Police Department. Oklahoma City police say that call to 911 came from the suspect himself, now identified as Twaun Jackson.
Oklahoma City man arrested after firing shots inside metro Walmart while attempting to steal bike
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – A weekend shopping spree landed one Oklahoma City man in jail after he allegedly fired shots inside a metro Walmart. Oklahoma City Police say Chartez Chappelle was shopping at the Walmart near Belle Isle and Northwest Expressway Saturday night when – “At some point, the suspect took out a firearm and began firing at the security officer who was trying to apprehend the suspect not only inside the store but also outside the store as well,” said MSgt.
Oklahoma man facing felony charge after allegedly hiding camera in work bathroom
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – An Oklahoma man is facing a felony charge after he allegedly planted a camera in the bathroom at his work. “Obviously a very creepy situation for anyone going into that bathroom and finding a camera mounted under the toilet,” said MSgt. Gary Knight, Oklahoma City Police Department. Zachary Harrison, a former employee at a marijuana warehouse in downtown Oklahoma City, is facing a felony charge after one of his coworkers claims he put a camera under a bathroom toilet seat.
Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board recommend clemency for second death-row inmate
Posted: Nov 17, 2021 / 03:24 PM CST / Updated: Nov 17, 2021 / 03:24 PM CST OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — An Oklahoma inmate who has been on death row for over 30 years went before the Pardon and Parole Board Wednesday morning. Bigler Stouffer, also known as Bud, was convicted twice of killing Putnam City teacher, Linda Reaves, and shooting her boyfriend, Doug Ivens. At the time of the 1985 murder, Stouffer was living with Ivens’ ex-wife, Velva and her two daughters.
Guthrie teen charged as an adult after allegedly shooting and killing another teen
GUTHRIE, Okla. (KFOR) – A 15-year-old has been charged in the shooting death of a Guthrie teen. Last week, 14-year-old Antwoine Watson was killed after being shot multiple times. Now, we know more details about the charges the alleged shooter is facing. “We don’t believe that any other suspect was involved as far as in the shooting at this time. So, Mr. Clark is our only suspect,” said Sgt. Anthony Gibbs, Guthrie Police Department.
Registered sex offender back behind bars after attending own child’s birthday party
EDMOND, Okla. (KFOR) – A registered sex offender in Edmond was arrested on Friday night after attending his own child’s birthday party, where he was illegally surrounded by children. “Doug Davis had been on my radar for quite some time,” said Brian Bates. Local private investigator Brian Bates had been looking into registered sex offender Doug Davis for years before this happened on Friday night.
Oklahoma City crews left with big mess after water lines break in front of house that caught fire
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Two dogs were rescued from a house fire on the northwest side of the metro Friday morning. The fire left behind a lasting mess for neighbors. “We received a call for a trash fire, 14 arrived on scene and we had a house fire,” said Sgt. B. Stell, Oklahoma City Fire Department. “I believe some puppies were pulled out, a couple that were left in the house. They’re all okay over there.” Two people were also living in the home.
IMMY Labs begin vaccinating Oklahoma kids ages 5-11
NORMAN, Okla. (KFOR) – A week after the CDC officially paved the way for kids aged 5-11 to get their COVID-19 vaccine, kids in Oklahoma are getting their shots. “Shipments of vaccines are going all across the country. We received ours yesterday,” said Sean Bauman, IMMY CEO. IMMY Labs is preparing to give kids a shot of hope. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, now available for children ages 5-11. “It means kids can stay in school. It’s safe and they don’t have to worry about severe infections,” Bauman said.
Oklahoma school districts struggling to fill sub and bus driver positions
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Oklahoma school districts are still facing a major classroom crisis: there aren’t enough substitutes or bus drivers to keep up with the growing demand for students. Deer Creek Public Schools tells us their bus driver shortage has already gotten to the point where they have had to cancel an athletic event. And they’re hoping it won’t come to the worst-case scenario— canceling school.
Woman dead after house fire in Oklahoma City Tuesday morning
A previous version of this story said the fire occurred on Friday. This has since been corrected. OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Fire crews were on the scene of a fatal house fire in Oklahoma City on Tuesday morning. We’re told a woman lived in the home by herself and was pulled from a window, but she was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
Search warrant issued after teen killed in Guthrie shooting
GUTHRIE, Okla. (KFOR) – Guthrie police are investigating the death of a teen shot multiple times Sunday evening. Investigators tell KFOR a 14-year-old died after being taken to the hospital with gunshot wounds. “The victim who was 14 years of age was being driven to the hospital by a family member and ended up being able to flag down an ambulance,” said Sgt. Anthony Gibbs, with the Guthrie Police Department. “We received a call that there was a shooting victim in the 500 block of West Noble.
Pfizer: New COVID-19 treatment could cut risk of hospitalization and deaths by 89%
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Drug-maker Pfizer released study information about its easy-to-administer COVID-19 pill, saying it cut the risk of hospitalization or death by 89% in high-risk adults who’ve been exposed to the virus. “Pfizer has been doing studies on coronaviruses since we had the original SARS outbreak of 2003.
Police search for suspect in deadly northwest Oklahoma City shooting
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Oklahoma City Police are investigating a Wednesday night homicide. This happened near NW 36th and Western. Now the search is on for the person responsible. “There were several shell casings on scene,” said Sgt. Dillon Quirk, Oklahoma City Police Department. Police say the call came in just before 10 p.m. after people heard gunshots nearby. “When police arrived, they located one victim in the front yard of this residence deceased from several gunshot wounds,” Quirk said.
OCCHD vaccinating homebound residents, also administering boosters
A healthcare worker fills a syringe with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami. President Joe Biden’s most aggressive move yet to combat the COVID-19 pandemic is almost ready to see the light of day. The government is close to publishing the details of a new vaccination-or-testing rule covering more than 80 million Americans at companies with 100 or more workers.
Woman’s southeast Oklahoma City apartment complex broken into, ransacked days after moving in
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Just days after a woman moved herself and four kids into a new apartment, she says the apartment was broken into by thieves. She says nearly everything of value she had was taken, even her kids’ school supplies. “I just bought all this stuff,” said Delayla Valdez, whose apartment was broken into. Valdez says she moved into the southeast Oklahoma City apartment complex, near S.W. 56th and Sunnylane, last Wednesday. But just days later, she came home to find this.
Police working to identify suspect in NW OKC shooting over the weekend
Oklahoma City police at the scene of a shooting near Northwest 122nd and North Council. OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Oklahoma City police are investigating a shooting over the weekend that sent four people to the hospital. “An unknown suspect fired multiple rounds, striking four people,” said Sgt. Dillon Quirk, with the Oklahoma City Police Department. Four people were taken to the hospital with gunshot wounds after shots were fired shortly after 1 a.m. Saturday at a home near N.W. 122nd and N. Council.
Tips for keeping you and your trick-or-treaters safe over Halloween weekend
(Credit: Getty) OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – It’s officially Halloween weekend, which means trick-or-treating back in full swing, but there are some things you’ll want to keep in mind before hitting the streets with your kiddos. “Halloween weekend is a time when children are twice as likely to be hit by a vehicle,” said AAA’s Leslie Gamble. With trick-or-treat nights designated on Halloween Sunday– and even Saturday in some cities, drivers and parents need to keep their eyes peeled.
Oklahoma man severely beaten and stabbed by another wielding a golf club
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Police say a fight between two men involving a golf club led to near-fatal injuries for one Wednesday afternoon. “Beat him to the point where the golf club actually snapped in half. The head of the golf club broke off,” said M.Sgt. Gary Knight, Oklahoma City Police Department. Oklahoma City police say it all started near the bridge at North Penn and I-44. A man allegedly beat another with a golf club.
Oklahoma City-County Health Department preparing for if Pfizer vaccine is recommended by CDC, FDA
FILE – In this Jan. 21, 2021, file photo, a medical staff member prepares the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at Tudor Ranch in Mecca, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File) OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — An FDA panel has cleared the way for children ages 5-years-old to 11 to get vaccinated against COVID-19. The panel unanimously endorsed the use of Pfizer’s vaccine for that age group. But the CDC will now have to weigh in.
Oklahoma high school students learning construction skills in hopes of finding future careers
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — There were nearly 800 high school teens at the OKC Fairgrounds on Tuesday morning, exploring different careers in construction and learning new skills in hopes of turning it into a career. “I have been interested in doing things since I was 8 years old,” said Melody Brown, Yukon High School student. High school teens putting their hands to the test.
Alleged gas station robbers hit another vehicle head-on going the wrong way on Oklahoma’s I-240
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — An armed robbery turned into a wrong-way fatal crash on I-240 Friday morning, shutting part of the highway down for the morning commute. It all started at the 7-Eleven near Southwest 59th and Kentucky. Investigators tell KFOR two suspects robbed the gas station before heading toward the highway. “The suspects fled the scene prior to officers arrival and left in a vehicle,” said Lt. Tommy Joyce, Oklahoma City Police Department.
Oklahomans react to new Chickasaw Nation $300 million resort development near First Americans Museum
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — On Thursday morning, the Chickasaw Nation unveiled plans for a resort-style development just adjacent to the First Americans Museum in Oklahoma City. “A lot of jobs. A lot of economic impact. People will be coming to this that would not have normally come to Oklahoma City,” Oklahoma City Mayor Holt said. The Chickasaw Nation unveiled plans for $300 million resort-style development along the Oklahoma River and right next to the First Americans Museum.
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