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From Sooner Legend to the Oklahoma Hall of Fame | In the Spotlight
Brooklyn man creates a speed bump, injured bald eagle and Mike Glover winning the Pam Henry Media award are catching the News 9 team’s eye.
Working for Oklahomans in Our Nation’s Capital | In the Spotlight
After several inches of rain fell across Oklahoma early Wednesday morning, drivers travelling on roads and interstates are facing deteriorating conditions, including slick pavement and flooding. In southeast Oklahoma City, South Eastern Avenue was closed at Interstate 240 after rising floodwaters caused several vehicles to become disabled in the roadway.
How gut microbiome affects overall health
Gut microbiome is made of trillions of microbes such as bacteria, viruses, yeast, and fungi. Researchers have made big breakthroughs on how much gut microbiomes affects our overall health. If you think having a gut feeling is a metaphor, you might think again on this one because there may actually be something wrong with your gut.
Understanding the needs of Oklahoma children | In the Spotlight
Understanding the needs of Oklahoma children | In the Spotlight Feed the Children President and CEO Emily Callahan opens up about the resources and needs that children across the United States require, and how her career led her to spearhead the global organization. Listen to her journey on this week’s In the Spotlight with Robin Marsh.
EXCLUSIVE: Homeland Security Sec. Markwayne Mullin backs Inola smelter project
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin voiced support for the proposed aluminum smelter in Inola, calling the project a national security issue. Mullin said domestic aluminum production could reduce reliance on imports while creating jobs and expanding the tax base for local schools, municipalities and first responders.
What is gum disease and who is at risk?
OKLAHOMA CITY - Half the people 30 and older in the United States have some type of gum disease. The number increases to 70% for people 65 and older. If left untreated, gum disease can lead to some very serious complications that go beyond people’s mouth. The headlines are astonishing. A tooth infection leading to sepsis and even death. The culprit, gum disease.
E’lika Osagie on Faith, Homelessness and Son David Stone’s OU Football Journey
E’lika Osagie shares her powerful journey of faith, resilience, and perseverance on In the Spotlight with Robin Marsh. From experiencing homelessness while raising her three children to helping her son, OU football standout David Stone, pursue his dreams, Elika opens up about the challenges, sacrifices, and blessings that shaped her family.
ECMO gave mother a second chance to live
While most people recover easily from illnesses, some infections can lead to life-threatening pneumonia. That is what happened to a mom who thought she was just fighting a stubborn cold. Like so many moms, 41-year-old Megan Chandler put everyone else first. Her job, her two kids, game days. So when a cough really wouldn’t go away, she just kept on going. “It was just always continuing to go, go, go, even if I didn’t feel well,” Chandler said.
The lifesaving impact of blood donations
OKLAHOMA CITY - Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. Whether it’s a car crash, major surgery, or a natural disaster, donated blood saves millions of lives each year. News 9’s Robin Mars is sharing the importance of donated blood. It started with a ride with friends, and a split second, everything changed. It was a patch of gravel that caused the problem. “The very next thing I remember after that is waking up in the hospital and it’s two weeks later,” Nick Jackson said.
Finding Beauty in Elevating Women through ReMerge | In the Spotlight
Finding Beauty in Elevating Women through ReMerge | In the Spotlight Entrepreneur and non-profit visionary Erin Engelke joins In the Spotlight with Robin Marsh this week to talk through providing hope to women, and elevating them by leaving the past behind and building a better future. Learn about ReMerge Oklahoma, one of the few prison rehabilitation programs in the country helping incarcerated mothers, and Engelke’s journey of healing.
After 30 Years, Meteorologist Jed Castles retires from Griffin Media
OKLAHOMA CITY - After three decades of forecasting Oklahoma’s weather, Meteorologist Jed Castles is retiring from Griffin Media. Castles has been a familiar presence for viewers across the state, delivering forecasts through calm mornings and some of Oklahoma’s most severe storms. He says it is time for a new chapter. “There has been so much, so many people passing through those doors of my life, going through the station. It’s really, really incredible,” Castles said.
Researchers testing ways to reset immune system for patients with autoimmune diseases
More than 50 million Americans live with autoimmune disease conditions in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the body it’s supposed to protect. For many, treatment can mean years of medications, but now doctors are testing ways to reset or even replace the immune system. For people living with autoimmune diseases, the body’s own defense system turns against them. Many people have noticed symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, joint pain and more.
Advanced CPR technique gives cardiac arrest patients a second chance
Doctors are using an advanced form of resuscitation called ECPR to give some cardiac arrest patients a better chance of survival when standard CPR is not enough. When a person's heart stops, doctors say every minute matters. Immediate CPR can significantly improve the chance of survival, but chest compressions, shocks and medications do not work for every patient.
New advanced treatment available for cardiac arrest
Health leaders say more than 350,000 Americans suffer cardiac arrest every year and 80% of them die before ever reaching the emergency room. New details have emerged on a new advanced approach giving some of the sickest patients a chance. Doctors say it’s imperative when the heart stops to remember the clock starts ticking. Every minute without CPR, the chance of survival can drop by 10%. Immediate CPR can double the odds of surviving.
Resilience and Womanly Success Through Real Estate | In the Spotlight
Oklahoma’s Own sports teams bring you an exclusive look at Oklahoma football. Join Toby Rowland and John Holcomb for what - and who we’ll be watching this fall. Dr. Lacey Anderson explains that blonde hair turns green in a pool due to a chemical reaction between chlorine and copper in the water. When chlorine oxidizes copper found in algaecides or corroded pipes, it forms a green tint that can bind to proteins in porous light-colored hair.
Advanced CPR technique gives cardiac arrest patients a second chance
OKLAHOMA - Doctors are using an advanced form of resuscitation called ECPR to give some cardiac arrest patients a better chance of survival when standard CPR is not enough. When a person’s heart stops, doctors say every minute matters. Immediate CPR can significantly improve the chance of survival, but chest compressions, shocks and medications do not work for every patient.
Living with Hyper-Mobile EDS
OKLAHOMA - Nearly one in four American adults live with chronic pain. For millions, that pain is in the lower limbs, including the hips, making it hard to walk, climb stairs, play sports, or even just get through the day. Advances in hip preservation surgery are helping some patients avoid joint replacement, return to the activities they love, and get their lives back. From the time she could walk, Stella Payne was always in motion.
Behind the OU Baseball Coach that Won the College World Series | In the Spotlight
Sciatica occurs when a sciatic nerve is irritated, often causing sharp, shooting pain that can travel from the lower back or buttocks down the leg. Treatment may include medications to reduce inflammation and nerve pain, muscle relaxants and physical therapy. If symptoms do not improve within seven to 10 days, an MRI may help identify where the nerve is being pinched and determine whether additional treatments are needed.
Experts say lung cancer stigma can keep patients from screening, treatment
OKLAHOMA - Lung cancer kills more people each year than colon, breast and prostate cancers combined, but doctors say stigma surrounding the disease can prevent patients from seeking potentially lifesaving care. Smoking causes up to 90% of lung cancer cases in the United States, according to doctors. That connection can lead patients to feel blamed for their diagnosis. “The stigma is, if you smoke, you deserve to get lung cancer,” one doctor said.
How one Oklahoma inventor is replacing plastic with plants
With summer travel season in full swing, many vacationers are looking for ways to make their trips more affordable. Experts say planning ahead, from choosing the right travel insurance to finding discounts and avoiding unnecessary fees, can help protect your budget.
How to prevent cognitive decline
OKLAHOMA CITY - More than 7 million Americans over the age of 65 are living with Alzheimer’s, with that number expected to nearly double by 2050. Scientists share how they are trying to stop cognitive decline from happening and how people can prevent it. Brain changes linked to Alzheimer’s can start up to 20 years or more before the symptoms. Brain health may be impacted decades earlier based on how people move, eat, sleep and manage conditions like blood pressure, diabetes and hearing loss.
In The Spotlight: Victoria Woods Shares The #1 Financial Mistake Women Make and How to Fix It
The American Red Cross has declared a national blood emergency after the nation’s blood supply dropped nearly 25% in June while hospital demand continues to rise. Officials say blood distributions are running about 3,500 units above normal each week, increasing pressure on hospitals to maintain enough supply for surgeries, cancer treatments, childbirth and emergency care.
Pauls Valley Principal Reveals What Happened During School Shooting | Exclusive Interview
In this episode of Beyond the Forecast, News 9 Chief Meteorologist David Payne and meteorologist Lacey Swope break down Oklahoma’s 2026 severe weather season. The team also takes a deep dive into tornado tracks, damage assessments, and the incredible radar and storm-chasing footage from one of Oklahoma’s most unusual severe weather seasons in recent memory.
Joe Harroz on AI, OU Football, NIL & The Future of Higher Education | In The Spotlight
Legendary football coach Barry Switzer joins Robin Marsh for an unforgettable conversation about his incredible life, career, and legacy. The former Oklahoma Sooners national championship coach and Dallas Cowboys Super Bowl champion shares never-before-heard stories about Jerry Jones, Jimmy Johnson, OU football dominance, Brian Bosworth, Dallas Cowboys drama, and what life is like today at 88 years old.
How AI is helping to bring ultrasounds closer to home
OKLAHOMA CITY - Across the United States, more than 35% of counties are now considered a maternity care desert with no birthing hospitals, no birth centers, and no obstetric clinicians. Now, a new and easy-to-use ultrasound system, powered by AI, is designed to bring basic sonograms closer to home. While the U.S. maternal mortality rate has improved since the pandemic peak, hundreds of women still die each year from pregnancy-related causes.
Artwork by News 9’s Robin Marsh Raises $30,000 for Toby Keith Foundation
OKLAHOMA CITY - A pair of original art pieces created by News9 anchor and Oklahoma artist Robin Marsh raised $30,000 for the Toby Keith Foundation during a charity auction Friday night at Riverwind in Norman. The event was part of the 22nd annual Toby Keith and Friends Fundraiser and Golf Classic over the weekend. The mixed-media pieces, titled Broken Glass, Unbroken Legacy, pay tribute to Oklahoma music icon Toby Keith.
Pauls Valley Principal Kirk Moore talks through moments surrounding shooter confrontation
High blood pressure affects millions of Americans, but simple lifestyle changes can help bring numbers down and improve heart health. Dr. Lacy Anderson recommends getting at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise five days a week, reducing sodium intake, eating potassium-rich foods, managing stress and maintaining a healthy weight.
EXCLUSIVE: Pauls Valley Principal Kirk Moore reflects on school shooting nearly two months later
When the first gunshot echoed through Pauls Valley High School on April 7, Principal Kirk Moore didn’t hesitate. He ran toward the sound. Moments later, Moore found himself face-to-face with an armed gunman, grabbing the weapon and helping stop a shooting that could have ended far differently.
Pauls Valley Principal Kirk Moore recounts facing gunman in school shooting
Oklahoma State Superintendent candidates met on a debate stage in Norman to discuss issues important to students, teachers, and parents. Craig McVay and Jennettie Marshall are on the Democratic primary ticket for the office.
Connie Chung reflects on one of the most misunderstood moments of her career, 30 years after OKC bombing
OKLAHOMA CITY - Thirty years after the Oklahoma City bombing, journalist Connie Chung returns to reconcile one of the most misunderstood moments of her career. It was April 19, 1995, and CBS News co-anchor Connie Chung was working in California. She said she still remembers the moment she saw the first alert about the Oklahoma City Murrah Building bombing. “I heard about this explosion. Before it was really widely disseminated from coast to coast.
Robin Marsh shares photos from son's engagement
Robin Marsh is celebrating a major family milestone after her son got engaged over the weekend. Marsh’s son, Cade, proposed to his girlfriend, Mia, during a surprise gathering Saturday night at Rose Creek Golf Club. Family and friends gathered to witness the proposal, which took place outdoors before the celebration moved inside the venue’s ballroom. Photos from the evening show Cade proposing and the couple celebrating afterward with their families.
From Secret Service to UCO President: Todd Lamb on 9/11, Faith & Life After Politics
Helping a jack-knifed semi-truck recover from a wreck, a wire spool caught in a car wash and the University of Florida’s football coach posing with an alligator are catching the News 9 team’s eyes. Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault breaks down OKC’s 116-108 win over the Chicago Bulls. Despite shooting under 25% from three-point range for the second straight game, the Thunder controlled the game with defense, composure, and balanced contributions across the roster.
In the Spotlight: From Ministry to CEO, Mike Beckham Builds Simple Modern on Faith and Generosity
Resistant weather gear, a decked-out car, and a prehistoric shark caught the eyes of the News 9 crew this week.
Toby Keith continues to receive national honors 2 years after his death
Two years after his death, Toby Keith continues to be recognized with national honors, marking his contributions to country music and Western culture. Keith, an Oklahoma native, died Feb. 5, 2024, after a battle with stomach cancer. He was 62. Join Robin Marsh for a full interview with Toby Keith, just weeks before his death from stomach cancer. In the months surrounding and following his death, Keith received several posthumous honors from major music and cultural institutions.
In the Spotlight: Cecilia Stoll on her journey from a $200 struggle to global success
Cecilia Stoll’s journey from financial struggle to global success began with an anonymous act of kindness that changed her outlook on life. Stoll, now the top earner worldwide at the wellness company Arbonne, shared her story on the podcast In the Spotlight with Robin Marsh. After immigrating from Brazil and settling in Oklahoma for college, Stoll graduated with a degree in psychology and worked as a secretary, living paycheck to paycheck.
Chuck Bowman: From OU Football to a Life of Faith & Impact | In the Spotlight
Aurora borealis, an escape from a bear in Colorado and ice skaters in Hungary are catching the News 9 team’s eyes.
Former House Speaker T.W. Shannon announces run for Oklahoma lieutenant governor
OKLAHOMA CITY - Former Oklahoma House Speaker T.W. Shannon announced Monday he is running for lieutenant governor, making the announcement exclusively on News 9. The Republican, who recently served in the Trump administration, said he is returning home to Oklahoma to run on an “America First” and “Oklahoma First” platform, emphasizing conservative values, tax cuts, and economic growth. Shannon said he will formally kick off his campaign on Tuesday in Tulsa.
In The Spotlight: Kari Watkins on Faith, Grief & Preserving the Oklahoma City Memorial
A clever puppy escaping an animal shelter, an exceptionally hairy doe, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander being honored by Sports Illustrated caught the News 9 team’s eye on Jan. 7, 2026.
In The Spotlight: Nadia Comaneci & Bart Conner reflect on careers, family, and life in Oklahoma
In The Spotlight: Nadia Comaneci & Bart Conner reflect on careers, family, and life in Oklahoma Olympic legends Nadia Comaneci and Bart Conner sat down with Robin Marsh for a wide-ranging conversation on the latest episode of In the Spotlight, reflecting on their historic gymnastics careers, family life, and their role as ambassadors for Oklahoma.
In the Spotlight: Celebrating Lifelong Friendships
We asked Oklahoma teachers how they feel about education in the state, what’s holding them back from supporting students, and how likely they are to stay in the classroom. Watch the full roundtable discussion of our survey results with 3 teachers from across the state. A two year-old Thunder superfan, a charitable twist to a college football bet, and a Detroit Lions Corgi Race with an unlikely star caught the News 9 team’s eye on Nov. 26, 2025.
In the Spotlight: Dr. Mautra Staley Jones reflects on faith, education, and overcoming adversity
Dr. Mautra Staley Jones, president of Oklahoma City Community College and member of the 2025 Oklahoma Hall of Fame class, sat down with Robin Marsh for this week’s In the Spotlight. Jones shared how her journey from humble beginnings in Ardmore to leading one of Oklahoma’s largest higher education institutions was shaped by perseverance, faith, and mentorship. She reflected on her belief that “education is the great equalizer,” crediting her success to community support and divine guidance.
In the Spotlight: Oklahoma icon Bob Mills opens up about struggles, faith, and success
Long before the commercials, the showrooms and the success, Bob Mills was a young man with no job, a mother’s loan and a dream. In the latest episode of In the Spotlight with Robin Marsh, the Oklahoma businessman behind Bob Mills Furniture reflects on his 54-year journey from a small storefront on Southwest 29th Street to a multimillion-dollar company with stores across three states.
In the Spotlight: OU Athletic Director Joe Castiglione reflects on leadership, legacy, and life beyond sports
In this week’s episode of In the Spotlight with Robin Marsh, longtime University of Oklahoma Athletic Director Joe Castiglione opens up about his career, his faith, and the mentors who shaped his life both on and off the field.
In the Spotlight with Robin Marsh: Kelli Masters opens up about breaking barriers in the NFL
For the debut episode of In the Spotlight with Robin Marsh, trailblazing NFL agent Kelli Masters takes center stage. Masters made history as one of the first women to represent top NFL draft picks, including Oklahoma legend Gerald McCoy, and she shares the powerful story of how she carved her path in a male-dominated industry. From being told she didn’t belong at the NFL Combine to negotiating multimillion-dollar contracts, Masters reflects on the grit, faith, and purpose that fueled her journey.
What is 'frozen shoulder?' How does the condition impact those with diabetes?
Frozen shoulder, a condition that can impact people with diabetes, happens when the tissue around the joint gets thick and tight. Health experts say frozen shoulder, also called adhesive capsulitis, is a condition involving pain and stiffness in your shoulder joint. Studies also show that about 10 to 20% of people with diabetes will experience a frozen shoulder at some point.
Why are kidney stones increasing in children and teens?
One in 10 Americans will develop a kidney stone in their lifetime, but physicians report a steady increase in cases among young people, particularly teenage girls. Related: Doctors Give Tips To Avoid Kidney Stones During Summer Season For Oklahoma high school junior Avery Kiehl, the problem began at age 15. "All of a sudden, I started feeling like a sharp pain," Kiehl said. Kiehl's mother recalled finding her “just writhing in pain” before doctors diagnosed her with a kidney stone.
How food can affect blood pressure, mental health, and aging
Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, which is the leading cause of heart disease and premature death worldwide. Doctors say salt intake is a contributing factor. “Most of the hypertensive population is salt-sensitive, meaning if they eat salt, their blood pressure goes up,” said Dr. Maria Delgado, a hypertension specialist at the University of Miami. But a new Canadian study suggests reducing salt alone may not be enough.
Faith First: No. 1 MLB pick Eli Willits credits God for his success
At just 17 years old, Fort Cobb’s Eli Willits made history as the youngest-ever No. 1 overall pick in the MLB Draft, but the new Washington Nationals shortstop says his success is rooted in something far greater than baseball. Eli Willits: Oklahoma teen makes MLB history as No. 1 overall pick in 2025 Draft “I'm just excited, thankful for the opportunity God's given me,” Willits told News 9. During a difficult season two years ago, Willits said he turned to his Bible for encouragement.
Daughter of Julie Mitchell reflects on life without her mother 15 years after unsolved murder
Nearly 15 years after the murder of Julie Mitchell in northwest Oklahoma City, her daughter is speaking publicly for the first time, and reacting to a shocking new twist in the case. “It’s always just sad because I don’t get to experience moments with her,” said London Mitchell, who was just a year old when her mother was killed in their family home. “There is no recollection, like of me and her hanging out together, because I was too young.” On Nov.
‘Even If’: OU Softball’s spiritual message anchors team through pressure cooker
As OU’s Ella Parker rounded the bases after her walk-off home run against Tennessee, a subtle but powerful gesture followed. Players held up four fingers. It’s become a viral image, and many fans are asking: why four? A Viral Gesture With Deeper Meaning The answer, says OU softball team chaplain Sarah Roberts, is rooted in Scripture — and in faith over fear. “This is my 20th season to be with them,” Roberts said.
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