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Changing careers? OU launches cybersecurity, coding bootcamps
Two educational "bootcamps" are forming at the University of Oklahoma for people interested in cybersecurity and coding...
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WHO chief lambastes vaccine profits, demands elderly go first
GENEVA — The World Health Organization chief on Monday lambasted drugmakers’ profits and vaccine inequalities, saying it’s “not...
Japan urges South Korea to drop wartime compensation demands
TOKYO (AP) — Japan's foreign minister accused South Korea on Monday of worsening already strained ties by making “illegal”...
Local Headlines
- Downtown tract could be developed for MAPS 4 Diversion Hub
- Midtown Oklahoma City apartments sell for record amount
- After judge hobbles Oklahoma's COVID curfew for bars, Gov. Stitt drops the restriction
- Achievers: Moore-Norman tech center earns certification
- Oklahoma City garage adds 1,100 parking spaces
- Sunday blaze shuts down Sauced on Paseo indefinitely
- Tinker air show canceled amid lingering pandemic
- OKC council candidate posts pro-Trump rhetoric; has never voted in a city election
- Artist seeks to restore glory of OKC banking hall murals
- Climate, trade, environmental regulations and coronavirus questions need answered as Oklahoma’s food growers consider 2021’s future
UK seafood trucks protest at Parliament over Brexit red tape
LONDON (AP) — Trucks owned by U.K. shellfish firms descended on Britain's Parliament Monday to protest the Brexit-related red...
Watchdog: Fossil fuel firms need to curb climate gas leaks
BERLIN (AP) — The International Energy Agency says oil and gas companies aren't doing enough to reduce the release of methane,...
National Headlines
- Spain's rising cases give pandemic hospital a second chance
- South Africa's trailblazing Black food writer dies of virus
- Profit at Chinese state industry rises with virus recovery
- The Latest: India vaccine developer warns some to avoid shot
- Monday's Sports in Brief
- Germany's Merkel, state leaders ponder tougher virus rules
- Workers trapped week in China mine ask for pickles, porridge
- European car sales suffer worst plunge ever in pandemic
- Asian shares mostly higher as Biden inauguration approaches
- Dubai, party haven amid pandemic, faces its biggest surge
OKC window tinting shop rolls up national franchise
A couple of years ago, Greg Goodman realized the auto window tinting business he'd been in for 30-plus years was not all it was...
Michelin France stars awarded in virtual ceremony
PARIS (AP) — France's Michelin Guide, which has long served as a bible for foodies, is adapting its awards ceremony in Paris...
Shalynne Jackson named city of Oklahoma City's first diversity officer
Shalynne Jackson, a University of Oklahoma graduate, has been named the city of Oklahoma City's first Chief Diversity and...
Downtown tract could be developed for MAPS 4 Diversion Hub
Philanthropist Sue Ann Arnall intends to donate a 1.6-acre tract downtown for the MAPS 4 Diversion Hub, a gift that could be...
Kremlin critic Navalny detained after landing in Moscow
MOSCOW (AP) — Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was arrested Sunday at a Moscow airport as he tried to enter the country...
Where will Oklahoma's energy industry go from here? The likely answer could surprise you
Presidential administrations and Congresses throughout the past 40 years undoubtedly worked to nudge the nation’s energy and...
Opinion: My life as a vaccine guinea pig, Part III
In most households, Christmas came on Dec. 25. For me, it was 11 days later. That was when I received the letter from the site...
Opinion: Never push back from table of opportunity
We are in difficult times — and when times are difficult, individuals, business, and even entire states have to do things...
US to block cotton from China region targeted in crackdown
WASHINGTON — The U.S. government announced Wednesday that it will halt imports of cotton and tomatoes from the Uighur region of...
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Market, not policy, is key to OK’s energy future
Debates about ways to support the energy industry both in Oklahoma and across the nation have been part of every presidential...
Trump backers seek online refuges after big tech backlash
Online supporters of President Donald Trump are scattering to smaller social media platforms, fleeing what they say is unfair...
Defiance of virus dining bans grows as restaurants flounder
BORING, Ore. — A line formed out the door during the lunch rush at the Carver Hangar, a family-owned restaurant and sports bar,...
US NTSB team to look into Indonesia jet crash
JAKARTA, Indonesia — A team from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board has arrived in Indonesia’s capital to join the...
Opinion: Grains gain as supplies sink
On Tuesday morning, the USDA released some shocking statistics that confirmed fears about the world’s supply of grains,...
By land and air, weather researchers track tornadic storms
SALINA, Kan. — For the first time in almost a decade, meteorologists from across the Midwest will track and intercept tornado birthing grounds as part of a large-scale collaborative research project. The TORUS Project, or Targeted Observation...
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Powell signals Fed will keep aiding economy with bond buying
WASHINGTON — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell sought Thursday to tamp down any concerns that the Fed might soon withdraw...
Journalists prepare for protests where they could be targets
NEW YORK (AP) — While monitoring online chatter about protests at state capitols in advance of next week's presidential...
Oklahoma gardening calendar
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Landscape design workshop set El Reno
EL RENO — The Canadian County Extension Service will conduct a home landscaping design workshop from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 26...
In need of a job? Oklahoma church's virtual seminar could help
St. John Missionary Baptist Church will host a virtual seminar at 6 p.m. Jan. 29 titled "Employment Trends: How to Secure a...
Plan now for spring lawn and garden
Dreary winter days are the perfect time to plan your spring landscaping, lawn and gardening activities. Take time now to make...
Oklahoma County property sales from The Oklahoman for Jan. 16, 2021
Recent major sales in Oklahoma County totaled more than $45 million, according to deeds released from County Clerk David B....
Oklahoma City building permits from The Oklahoman for Jan. 16, 2021
• Tippmann Construction, 6849 S Rockwell Ave., manufacturing, erect, $17,750,600. • Lindsey Construction Inc., 700 NE 122,...
Pending home sales end 2020 down, but up year over year
WASHINGTON — Pending home sales declined in November, according to the National Association of Realtors, with month-over-month...
What are real estate closing costs and how much will you pay?
Closing costs are the thousands of dollars in fees associated with a mortgage, typically amounting to 2% to 5% of the loan...
Marni Jameson: 8 ways the post-pandemic home will change
For anyone aspiring to have a lovely home, especially during the pandemic, let me warn you about the two words that will foil...
Biden’s aid plan could revamp economy, prompt GOP resistance
BALTIMORE — The $1.9 trillion rescue plan unveiled by President-elect Joe Biden offers the chance to sculpt the U.S. economy...
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Navy names ship for Muscogee (Creek) Nation
A new Navy vessel will be named for Oklahoma's Muscogee (Creek) Nation. Acting Under Secretary of the Navy Greg Slavonic, an...
US blacklists Xiaomi, CNOOC, raising pressure on China
HONG KONG — The U.S. government has blacklisted Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi Corp. and China’s third-largest national oil...
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards: Oklahoma Weekly Cattle Auction Summary: Livestock Weighted Average Report...
Wear a mask; get the vaccine; the housing market needs more sellers to get out of the house
There's a growing housing shortage, partly because there's a seller shortage, partly because of the coronavirus. Home sales...
'Another way of serving people' Meet Steven Ligon, 2021 president of the Oklahoma City Metro Association of Realtors
Steven Ligon considered ministry. He landed in real estate, most recently as broker-owner of 1907 Homes and Land, which he...
Big Bass Park sale at Lake Eufaula, plus more commercial realty transactions from The Oklahoman for Jan. 15, 2021.
Big Bass Park, a manufactured home park fronting Lake Eufaula, sold to a California investor, one of two recent deals by broker...
Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Jan. 16, 2021
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Friday: Natural Gas — $2.76 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m. Friday:...
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BancFirst making move to new downtown tower
The fencing is down and blue lanterns rise up from a rebuilt plaza surrounding the BancFirst Tower main entrance welcoming...
Biggest-ever Love's Travel Stop reminds me why I love Love's but will wait awhile yet to stop in
Man, I love Love's, and I miss Love's, and I would love to hit the road so I could stop at a Love's just for the fun...
A 200,000-square-foot kitchen? It's for Mom's Meals, coming to Oklahoma City
Mom's Meals, which produces refrigerated home-delivered meals in the health care market — and which caused some southern...
A bankruptcy milestone: Chesapeake plan approved, no changes to executive leadership expected
There is much that remains to be done before Chesapeake formally emerges from bankruptcy. But Doug Lawler, the company’s CEO,...
Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Jan. 15, 2021
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Thursday: Natural Gas — $2.67 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m....
Biden introduces $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package that includes $1,400 stimulus checks
President-elect Joe Biden will introduce a $1.9 trillion spending package Thursday that aims to speed distribution of the...
Unions: Passenger rails need better security, no-ride list
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Two major railroad workers unions have asked the Department of Homeland Security to beef up security on...
Poshmark's shares soar in debut to public markets
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of Poshmark Inc. more than doubled in their stock market debut Thursday, a testament to investor...
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Oklahoma City's growth: A path that's unsustainable
Oklahoma City is implementing an unprecedented series of actions to slow sprawl, require developers to help pay for costs...
Oklahoma company brings high-tech sensors to semitrailers
An Oklahoma company hopes to turn those large, boxy semitrailers into a smarter transport system. With sensors and an on-board...
Midtown Oklahoma City apartments sell for record amount
Neither a pandemic or economic downturn could stop yet another record-setting sales price being set for downtown apartments....
Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Jan. 14, 2021
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Wednesday: Natural Gas — $2.75 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m....
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards: Receipts Tuesday: 823 Last Week: 748 Last Year: 875 Monday's Actual:...
After judge hobbles Oklahoma's COVID curfew for bars, Gov. Stitt drops the restriction
Gov. Kevin Stitt walked back restrictions on bars and restaurants Wednesday, one day after a judge hammered the state in a...
Asian shares mixed after lackluster day on Wall Street
Shares were mostly higher in Asia on Thursday after a lackluster day on Wall Street, where major indexes spent the day drifting...
Airbnb to block, cancel DC bookings ahead of inauguration
NEW YORK (AP) — Airbnb said Wednesday it will be blocking and canceling all reservations in the Washington, D.C., area during...
To keep pressure on Joe Biden and Congress, fast-food workers plan to strike for higher minimum wage
Fast-food workers across the country are planning to strike Friday to keep pressure on the incoming Biden administration...
Liz Weston: Start 2021 off strong with these money moves
After the train wreck that was 2020, you may well question whether it’s worth trying to plan anything. But knocking off a few...
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards: Receipts: 10,752 Feeder Steers: Medium and Large No. 1: 348 lbs. $194; 388...
Achievers: Moore-Norman tech center earns certification
Henry Dumas, Moore Norman Technology Center Small Business Management coordinator, has earned the Master Certified Coach (MCC)...
Social media crackdown continues after siege of US Capitol
LONDON — Social media platforms are continuing to crack down on fringe groups and conspiracy theories following last week’s...
GM charges up new unit to sell electric delivery vans and gear
DETROIT — The market for battery-powered delivery vehicles and equipment has so much potential that General Motors is forming a...
Job openings down in most industries, while layoffs spike
WASHINGTON — Layoffs spiked in November compared with the previous month and the number of job openings slipped, signaling that...
Volkswagen triples electric car sales ahead of climate rules
FRANKFURT, Germany — Europe’s push into electric cars is gathering speed — despite the pandemic. Automaker Volkswagen tripled...
Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Jan. 13, 2021
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Tuesday: Natural Gas — $2.74 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m....
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The Latest: House urges Pence to remove Trump from power
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on the fallout from the attack of the U.S. Capitol by a mob of pro-Trump loyalists (all times...
As pandemic worsens, most US states resist restrictions
PHOENIX (AP) — As the U.S. goes through the most lethal phase of the coronavirus outbreak yet, governors and local officials in...
US shifts to speed COVID shots as cases and deaths rise
WASHINGTON (AP) — Facing a slower-than-hoped coronavirus vaccine rollout, the Trump administration abruptly shifted gears...
US Chamber says some legislators will lose campaign funding
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is threatening to withhold campaign funds from politicians who railed against...
Travelers boarding international flights to the US will need proof of negative COVID-19 test, CDC says
Travelers flying into the United States from international destinations will be required to show proof of a negative COVID-19...
Divers recover crashed Indonesian plane's data recorder
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesian navy divers searching the ocean floor on Tuesday recovered the flight data recorder from a...
Volkswagen triples electric car sales ahead of climate rules
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Europe's push into electric cars is gathering speed — despite the pandemic.Automaker Volkswagen...
7 credit card perks to prioritize in 2021
As you lay the groundwork for 2021 financial resolutions, take inventory of your credit cards to see if they’re still in line...
Emergency imposed in Malaysia over virus is reprieve for PM
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Malaysia has declared a coronavirus emergency that will suspend Parliament at least until August...
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards: Receipts: 11,000; Last sale: 12,154; Year ago: 11,325 Compared to last...
Oklahoma City garage adds 1,100 parking spaces
The 1,100-space Convention Center Garage is open and crews are wrapping up installation of a colorful mural portraying modern...
Indonesia navy divers hunt for crashed plane’s black boxes
JAKARTA, Indonesia — Indonesian navy divers scoured the floor of the Java Sea on Monday as they hunted for the black boxes of a...
Jackpots for Mega Millions, Powerball lotteries soar
DES MOINES, Iowa — After a long stretch of relatively paltry prizes, U.S. lottery players now have a choice of games that offer...
Sunday blaze shuts down Sauced on Paseo indefinitely
Up until now, Sauced on Paseo, 2912 Paseo, has managed to endure through coronavirus pandemic, but a weekend fire will keep it...
Right-wing app Parler booted off internet
The conservative-friendly social network Parler was booted off the internet Monday over ties to last week’s siege on the U.S....
Business grows skittish about Trump and GOP after riots
WASHINGTON — Corporate America is quickly distancing itself from President Donald Trump and his Republican allies, with many of...
Tinker air show canceled amid lingering pandemic
Oklahoma's continuing battle against COVID-19 has forced Tinker Air Force Base to cancel its popular air show scheduled in...
U.S. Supreme Court will review case involving Oklahoma oil refinery, corn growers
An appeals court decision that invalidated a decision made by the Trump-led U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to allow a...
Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Jan. 12, 2021
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Monday: Natural Gas — $2.79 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m. Monday:...
Twitter without Trump tumbles along with other tech shares
Shares of social media and other tech companies slid Monday, hit by fallout from the siege on the U.S. Capitol by supporter of...
Ben & Jerry's enters pet food business with Doggie Desserts, a line of frozen dog treats
Think your dog deserves dessert? So does Ben & Jerry's.
Asia Today: Virus rules tightened in province near Beijing
BEIJING (AP) — Chinese health authorities say scores more people have tested positive for coronavirus in Hebei province...
Liz Weston: 4 financial ‘experts’ who could steer you wrong
None of us knows everything we need to know about money, so we may turn to experts for help. But some money professionals who...
OKC council candidate posts pro-Trump rhetoric; has never voted in a city election
Council candidate repeated election fraud claims An Oklahoma City Council candidate acknowledged Friday he posted a...
Didn't get your first or second stimulus? Here's what to do if you must file a tax return for them
If you don't get a debit card or a check or a direct deposit sometime soon, well, you're on your own of sorts.
Opinion: Dr. Fauci has become a scientific superstar
At this time last year, if we’d asked you to name a scientist, what might you have said? “Umm ...” C’mon, we’d respond. No...
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Artist seeks to restore glory of OKC banking hall murals
New York artist Jeff Greene has spent the past 30 years chasing after one special job in Oklahoma City. He repeatedly visited...
Indonesian divers find parts of plane wreckage in Java Sea
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Authorities said they determined the location of the crash site and black boxes of a Boeing 737-500...
Climate, trade, environmental regulations and coronavirus questions need answered as Oklahoma’s food growers consider 2021’s future
Year in and out, farmers and ranchers weigh potential risks before committing to programs they hope will earn meaningful...
Meacham: Education and entrepreneurship
Everything in life is cyclical. As terrible as 2020 has been for so many, the human spirit is amazing. Over the last month, as...
Opinion: Political changes expected to affect markets
Democratic dominance of all three branches of government will give control over the energy and agriculture committees which...
Indonesia jet carrying 62 goes missing on domestic flight
JAKARTA, Indonesia — A jet carrying 62 people lost contact with air traffic controllers minutes after taking off from...
Companies say post-Brexit rules are clogging up UK-EU trade
LONDON — Some businesses said Friday that costs and paperwork are hampering trade between Britain and the European Union as the...
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Trump to visit U.S.-Mexico border to laud border wall
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is expected to travel to the U.S.-Mexico border on Tuesday to highlight his...
Unusual snow kills 4, brings much of Spain to a standstill
MADRID (AP) — A persistent blizzard blanketed large parts of Spain with an unusual amount of snow on Saturday, killing at least...
Dallas developers buy OKC apartments to remodel; plus more real estate transactions from The Oklahoman
A partnership controlled by Dallas developers Roger Gault of Gault Co. and Robert Gunby with RTG Capital LLC has bought Spring...
Simple actions can help you breathe better in your home
With more of life centered at home due to cool weather and social distancing, it’s time to ensure the space where your family...
Oklahoma City building permits from The Oklahoman for Jan. 9, 2021
• CMSwillowbrook, 2301 NW 145, school, erect, $17,000,000. • Elliott Architects Inc., 4301 Grant Blvd., restaurant, erect,...
Moesel: Interested in houseplants? You're not the only one
We welcome a new year as we dive deeper into winter, and that makes us want to spend more time with our houseplants....
Norman Fire Department gains top rating
NORMAN — The Norman Fire Department has achieved the highest Public Protection Classification rating from the Insurance Service...
Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Jan. 9, 2021
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Friday: Natural Gas — $2.70 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m. Friday:...
Helpful winter weather tips from the meteorologists
Preparing for unpredictable winter weather? Take stock of your home, vehicle and planning tools to ensure your family stays...
Oklahoma gardening calendar for Jan. 9, 2021
To submit items, send an email to Richard Mize at rmize@oklahoman.com. In the subject line, put "Garden calendar.” Please...
Oklahoma County property sales for Jan. 9, 2021
Recent major sales in Oklahoma County totaled more than $79 million, according to deeds released from County Clerk David B....
Just two owners in 55 years: Check out The Oklahoman's Listing of the Week for Jan. 9, 2021
The Listing of the Week is a two-story midcentury home that has had just two owners, backing to Quail Creek Golf & Country...
It’s time to rethink the single-family home as the American dream, author says
PHILADELPHIA — Housing today looks largely the same as it did in 1950, Diana Lind observes in her new book "Brave New Home: Our...
Marni Jameson: How to work with an artist to get just what you want
My husband and I agree on many aspects of home decor, but artwork isn’t one of them. He likes modern abstracts. I like...
If you're looking for something new to plant, Mustang seed swap is the place to be
MUSTANG — Canadian County Master Gardeners' annual seed swap starts at 10 a.m. Saturday at Mustang Public Library, 1201 N...
COVID claims iconic Route 66 restaurant as it was set to turn 50
BETHANY — This time last year, Shirley Burchett was planning a 50th Anniversary celebration for Ann’s Chicken Fry House. The...
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards: Oklahoma Weekly Cattle Auction Summary: Livestock Weighted Average Report...
Kickapoo Turnpike open between I-40 and Turner Turnpike
The southern half of the new Kickapoo Turnpike opened this week, creating a connection between the Turner Turnpike and...
Twitter has permanently banned President Trump
Twitter has permanently banned President Trump, citing the risk that he would incite further violence. “After close review of...
Stitt, state task force, ignored information proving the effectiveness of statewide mask mandates when selecting COVID-19 mitigation measures
Editor's note: Recently filed sworn statements and evidence submitted by the state of Oklahoma in a legal case against several...
'The public should be gravely concerned.' Integris could begin prioritizing patient access to care based on likelihood to recover
Editor's note: Recently filed sworn statements and evidence submitted by the state of Oklahoma in a legal case against several...
Oklahoma begins to pay out newest round of pandemic unemployment
Nearly 35,000 unemployed Oklahomans woke up Friday with more cash in their bank accounts. These payments were made to...
What if Hobby Lobby's Hemispheres stores had lasted until the coronavirus?
Hobby Lobby has sold its shuttered Hemispheres furniture store in Moore, nearly two years after announcing the demise of the...
Homebuilding sizzled in 2020. What's next?
There was never a dull moment for homebuilders in 2020, from the collective gasp shared by everyone when the coronavirus first,...
What is 'home'? Where is 'work'? 2020 changed assumptions about both form and function of space in a house.
Oklahoma City homebuilders built more houses last year than in nearly a decade despite clouds of uncertainty. • A global...
The Latest: Seattle probes officers about Washington rally
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on the fallout of the storming of the Capitol by a mob of pro-Trump loyalists (all times...
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Order barring enforcement of state's service curfew still in force
Oklahoma County District Judge Susan Stallings extended a temporary restraining order against Gov. Kevin Stitt and the state on...
Stock market shakes off a slump to reach more record highs
Wall Street notched more milestones Friday as the market largely shrugged off another discouraging jobs report amid...
US sanctions prominent Iraqi politician over rights abuses
BAGHDAD (AP) — The U.S. Treasury on Friday imposed sanctions on a prominent Iraqi politician and security official, accusing...
London mayor seeks help as UK sees record new virus deaths
LONDON (AP) — London's mayor declared the capital's COVID-19 situation to be critical Friday, reflecting deteriorating...
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Devon's and WPX's efforts to form Oklahoma's newest energy giant are done. Now, workforce integration begins
Devon Energy and WPX Energy have closed on their agreement to create a new company that holds a dominant position in the...
Uptown Grocery, Buy For Less quitting wine and beer sales
Two metro upscale grocery stores are ending beer and wine sales under new ownership. The changes are coming to two Uptown...
Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Jan. 8, 2021
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Thursday: Natural Gas — $2.68 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m....
Ray Rivera named as executive editor for The Oklahoman
The Oklahoman named Ray Rivera as its executive editor Thursday. Rivera, a veteran journalist who has spent his career exposing...
US trade deficit jumps to $68.1 billion in November
WASHINGTON — The U.S. trade deficit jumped to $68.1 billion in November, the highest monthly deficit in 14 years, as a surge in...
Thunder proposes going first in MAPS 4
A councilwoman says transparency could suffer in a rush to begin MAPS 4 upgrades at downtown's NBA arena. A plan presented...
US jobless claims slip to still-high 787,000
WASHINGTON — The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell slightly last week to 787,000, a historically high number...
Stocks keep rising
Major U.S. stock indexes surged to all-time highs Thursday as Wall Street bet that the Democratic sweep of Washington means...
Boeing will pay $2.5 billion to settle charge over 737 Max
Boeing will pay $2.5 billion to settle a Justice Department investigation and admit that employees misled regulators about the...
Mega deal: Indians trade star Lindor, Carrasco to Mets
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Indians drafted and developed Francisco Lindor, who blossomed into an All-Star shortstop and one of...
After excusing violence, Trump acknowledges Biden transition
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump for the first time acknowledged his defeat in the Nov. 3 election and announced there...
Ugandan police confront Bobi Wine during online briefing
KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) — Police in Uganda confronted popular opposition presidential candidate Bobi Wine during his online press...
US unemployment claims slip to still-high 787,000
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell slightly last week to 787,000, a historically high...
Red tape flies in $106.5 million Tanenbaum government property purchase
Red tape flew when an investor group led by Oklahoma City developer Richard Tanenbaum paid $106.5 million for 42 buidings...
The Latest: Trump promises 'orderly transition' on Jan. 20
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on Congress’ tally of the Electoral College vote won by Joe Biden (all times local):3:55...
#ThrowbackThursday: 1950 oil well fire ignites days of drama
We are running a #ThrowbackThursday image each week, showcasing Oklahoma’s history. Be sure to follow us on Twitter...
Manufacturers group calls for Pence to invoke 25th Amendment removing Trump from power
As a violent mob breached the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, the largest advocacy group representing American manufacturers called...
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards: Receipts Tuesday:748; Last sale Dec. 15, 2020: 892; Last Year: 1,295...
Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Jan. 7, 2021
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Wednesday: Natural Gas — $2.72 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m....
The Latest: Australia moves up vaccination start to February
CANBERRA, Australia — Australia is advancing the start of its coronavirus vaccination program to mid-February, with plans to...
Governors scramble to speed vaccine effort after slow start
New York’s governor threatened to fine hospitals if they don't use their allotment of COVID-19 vaccine fast enough. His South...
'Only in America': Warnock's rise from poverty to US senator
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — The Rev. Raphael Warnock's roots showed little promise of a future that led to the U.S. Senate.He grew up...
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'Where can I get the COVID vaccine?' and answers to other frequently asked questions
Nationwide vaccinations against the coronavirus have begun, including here in Oklahoma where more than 306,000 people have...
WikiLeaks founder Assange denied bail in UK
LONDON (AP) — A British judge on Wednesday denied bail to WikiLeaks’ founder Julian Assange, ordering him to remain in a...
On the llam: 'Very chill' llama found wandering off highway
NEWBURYPORT, Mass. (AP) — A passerby spotted a wandering llama in a field off an interstate in Massachusetts and with the help...
OKC council: Former school building to be converted to homeless shelter
The Oklahoma City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to open an emergency shelter for the homeless at the former Willard School,...
Federal eviction moratorium extended, $25 billion dedicated to rental assistance
Renters across the country facing financial hardship because of the pandemic now have eviction protections through the end of...
Achievers: OKC design firm recognized
Nominee Design recently was announced as a Graphic Design USA 2020 Health + Wellness Design Awards winner. The Oklahoma...
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards: Receipts: 12,154 Feeder Steers: Medium and Large No. 1: 340 lbs. $200; 382...
Former OKC jail gets a one-year demolition reprieve
The former Oklahoma City jail is getting another one-year reprieve from demolition after preservationists asked for more time...
50-year-old Oklahoma energy company to close its doors as business evolves
Another Oklahoma business that played a significant role in growing the nation’s energy industry over the past half century is...
Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Jan. 6, 2021
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Tuesday: Natural Gas — $2.70 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m....
California hospital, in midst of COVID-19 crisis, maxes out
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The crush of patients with coronavirus is so severe in Los Angeles that on Tuesday they exceeded the normal...
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UK hospitals stagger as new virus variant takes huge toll
LONDON (AP) — Britain is facing a long, bleak winter as cold, wet weather and a more contagious variant of the coronavirus put...
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards: Receipts: 12,000; Last sale: 10,744; Year ago: 12,702 Compared to the last...
Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Jan. 5, 2021
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Monday: Natural Gas — $2.60 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m. Monday:...
Google workers form labor union
A group of Google engineers and other workers announced Monday they have formed a union, creating a rare foothold for the labor...
The Latest: China makes parts of province high danger zones
BEIJING — China has designated parts of Hebei province near Beijing as a coronavirus high danger zone after 14 new cases of...
Iran starts 20% uranium enrichment, seizes South Korean ship
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran began enriching uranium Monday to levels unseen since its 2015 nuclear deal with world...
Old OKC jail once again eyed for demolition
The Oklahoma City Council is being asked on Tuesday to decide whether to tear down the city’s old jail, a move opposed by...
Pakistani Shiites rally against killing of coal miners by IS
QUETTA, Pakistan (AP) — Hundreds of Pakistani minority Shiites blocked a key highway Monday on the outskirts the southwestern...
OKC firefighters in line to get body armor
City Manager Craig Freeman is recommending the city council accept a donation of "rifle-rated" body armor and helmets for the...
The Latest: Japan's prime minister weighs state of emergency
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga said Monday vaccine approval was being speeded up and border controls beefed up...
IS gunmen kill 11 minority Shiite coal miners in SW Pakistan
QUETTA, Pakistan (AP) — Gunmen opened fire on a group of minority Shiite Hazara coal miners after abducting them, killing 11 in...
Rally in Baghdad marks 1 year since Iran general's killing
BAGHDAD (AP) — Chanting anti-American slogans, thousands of Iraqis converged on a landmark square in central Baghdad on Sunday...
Airport in Yemen receives 1st flight since deadly attack
SANAA, Yemen (AP) — A plane landed Sunday at the airport in Yemen’s southern port city of Aden, officials said, the first...
India tests vaccine delivery system with nationwide trial
NEW DELHI — India tested its COVID-19 vaccine delivery system with a nationwide trial on Saturday, as it prepares to roll out...
Oklahoma pot business creates fields of green for investors, immigrants
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CDC updates pandemic guidance for employers
Regarding isolation, the CDC now advises that, for most people with COVID-19, isolation and precautions can generally be...
Putting the disruption of 2020 to work
Times remain challenging, but in just the last few weeks, we finally have cause to celebrate. We have a reason to hope that the...
Can big pharma save us all?
Fever. Respiratory distress. Flu-like symptoms. It didn’t sound so frightening. And for a few months, we lived with COVID-19...
What you need to know about OKC's most expensive capital project
Construction is finished on the $288 million Oklahoma City Convention Center, but grand opening celebrations will have to wait...
US bans Malaysian palm oil producer for labor violations
The U.S. said it will ban all shipments of palm oil from one of the world’s biggest producers after finding indicators of...
Pass down the wisdom
Many elder millennials may have learned to manage money much like our parents did: waiting for statements to arrive in the...
The Latest: Ariz. gov. rejects call for online learning
PHOENIX — Arizona’s Gov. Doug Ducey has rejected the state’s top education official’s call for Ducey to order public schools to...
OG&E reports power back for all customers who had outages
Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co. said Saturday that it had restored power to all of its thousands of customers left in the dark...
India tests vaccine delivery system with nationwide trial
NEW DELHI (AP) — India tested its COVID-19 vaccine delivery system with a nationwide trial on Saturday, as it prepares to roll...
Marni Jameson: Favorite moments from 2020's second half
Last week, as I do at the end of every year, I looked back at columns from the first half of 2020 and pulled out half a dozen...
Oklahoma County property sales from The Oklahoman for Jan. 2, 2021
Recent major sales in Oklahoma County totaled more than $48 million, according to deeds released from County Clerk David B....
Oklahoma City building permits from The Oklahoman for Jan. 2, 2021
• Bridgeway Homes LLC, 15608 Laguna Drive, residence-attached, erect, $750,000. • Huffman Custom Homes, 13117 Rohan Court,...
How one Seattle architect went from mansions to tiny homes
She was called into her office, the same day Gov. Jay Inslee told nonessential workers to stay at home. The architectural firm...
Tropical photo workshop, garden events from The Oklahoman for Jan. 2, 2021
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Need mortgage relief due to COVID-19? Here's what to know
As the pandemic rages, many are facing financial hardship. For homeowners with a Freddie Mac loan, COVID-19 mortgage assistance...
New Year’s resolutions for the central Oklahoma gardener
Winter is a great time to think about making resolutions for your gardens and landscape for next year. My resolution is that I...
Check out this lakefront home, The Oklahoman's Listing of the Week for Jan. 2, 2021
The Listing of the Week is a lakefront home with views of the water from every room, in Edmond's gated Summit Lake Estates. The...
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Dear Monty column: Comparing three home-selling options
READER QUESTION: We are going to downsize and buy a smaller home. We are considering three options: engaging a single agent,...
This merger of equals creates a new energy giant in Oklahoma
Shareholders overwhelmingly agreed Wednesday to merge WPX Energy and Devon Energy into a new Devon in a pact the two companies...
Tips to enhance your backyard with water features
Enhancing your backyard? Experts say that the sights and sounds of water features make them one of the most effective additions...
Silver linings: OKC-area housing shined in 2020 despite the coronavirus cloud
It seems like the second half of 2020 was better than the first for housing in the Oklahoma City area, even with a devastating...
GOP rebuffs Trump on $2K aid, defense as Congress wraps up
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate wrapped up a rare New Year's Day session with Republicans rejecting President Donald Trump's...
Quiet New Year gives breathing room after UK-EU Brexit split
LONDON (AP) — A steady trickle of trucks rolled off ferries and trains on both sides of the English Channel on Friday, a quiet...
UK in 'eye of the storm' amid surging new coronavirus cases
LONDON (AP) — British hospitals around the country face a perilous situation in January, medical workers warned Friday amid...
OKC's downtown film studio launches production
A $160,000 CARES Act grant is helping launch a non-profit job training program to meet an increasing demand for workers needed...
EU, China leaders seal long-awaited investment deal
BRUSSELS — Top European Union officials and Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded a business investment deal Wednesday that...
British lawmakers approve post-exit trade deal
LONDON — Britain’s House of Commons voted resoundingly on Wednesday to approve a trade deal with the European Union, paving the...
Tech winners and losers of 2020
We streamed, we Zoomed, we ordered groceries and houseplants online, we created virtual villages while navigating laptop...
New Year's revelries muted by virus as curtain draws on 2020
This New Year’s Eve is being celebrated like no other in most of the world, with many bidding farewell to a year they’d prefer...
Ontario finance minister resigns after tropical vacation
TORONTO (AP) — The finance minister for Canada's most populous province resigned Thursday after going on a Caribbean vacation...
Dick Thornburgh, ex-governor and US attorney general, dies
Dick Thornburgh, who as Pennsylvania governor won plaudits for his cool handling of the 1979 Three Mile Island crisis and as...
Federal checks salvage otherwise dreadful 2020 for US farms
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Thanks to the government paying nearly 40% of their income, U.S. farmers are expected to end 2020 with...
Renovations starting for rechristened Arvest Tower
Renovations are starting at the future Arvest Tower as the bank prepares to consolidate its metro area operations at the former...
Yemeni officials: Blast at Aden airport kills 25, wounds 110
SANAA, Yemen (AP) — A large explosion struck the airport in the southern Yemeni city of Aden on Wednesday, shortly after a...
Most of England to greet 2021 under strictest virus measures
LONDON (AP) — The British government on Wednesday extended its toughest coronavirus restrictions to more than three-quarters of...
Virus aid, police reform dominate new US laws for 2021
Responses to the coronavirus pandemic and police brutality dominated legislative sessions in 2020, leading to scores of new...
Protesting Indian farmers, government reach partial accord
NEW DELHI (AP) — Representatives of the Indian government and tens of thousands of protesting farmers held talks on Wednesday...
Restoring longleaf pines, keystone of once vast ecosystems
DESOTO NATIONAL FOREST, Miss. (AP) — When European settlers came to North America, fire-dependent savannas anchored by lofty...
FACT CHECK: Feds say gap in unemployment benefits unlikely
Because President Donald Trump let two unemployment programs expire before reauthorizing them, there were questions about...
Company donates trucks to volunteer fire departments
Dolese Bros. Co. recently donated a truck to the Wellston Volunteer Fire Department and the Pecan Creek Volunteer Fire...
Child labor tied to Girl Scout cookies
They are two young girls from two very different worlds, linked by a global industry that exploits an army of children. Olivia...
Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Dec. 30, 2020
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Tuesday: Natural Gas — $2.44 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m....
Senate GOP blocks swift vote on $2K checks
WASHINGTON — Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Tuesday blocked Democrats’ push to immediately bring President Donald...
Drinking in the new year: State won't enforce bar, restaurant curfew on New Year's Eve
Bars across Oklahoma will be open as they close out 2020 thanks to an ongoing legal battle challenging Gov. Kevin Stitt’s...
California lockdowns extended as some hospitals limit care
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — California's top health official said hospitals in hard-hit Los Angeles County are turning to “crisis...
Officials: Truck plunges off bridge into Chesapeake Bay
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (AP) — Coast Guard officials said Tuesday evening that they have suspended their search for the driver of a...
University of Missouri system settles patent lawsuit
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The University of Missouri system says it has reached a confidential settlement with a former top...
Southwest pulls threat of furloughs after relief bill signed
DALLAS — Southwest Airlines is lifting the threat of furloughs or pay cuts for thousands of workers now that U.S. airlines will...
UK warns of ‘bumpy’ post-Brexit transition despite deal
LONDON — First came the Brexit trade deal. Now comes the red tape and the institutional nitty gritty. Four days after sealing a...
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Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Dec. 29, 2020
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Monday: Natural Gas — $2.33 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m. Monday:...
Stimulus bill breakdown: What to know about that $600 check
Keep an eye on your bank account. Starting this week, millions of Americans will receive payments from the federal government...
What's in the new stimulus bill? Trump's signature grants unemployed Oklahomans financial lifeline
President Donald Trump's decision to sign a pandemic relief package has provided an extension of some unemployment benefits for...
House approves Trump's $2K checks, sending to GOP-led Senate
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House voted overwhelmingly Monday to increase COVID-19 relief checks to $2,000, meeting President Donald...
Asian shares up, Nikkei tops 27,000 after Trump OKs stimulus
Stocks rose Tuesday in Asia after closing at record highs on Wall Street.Japan’s Nikkei 225 index breached a nearly 30-year...
Southwest pulls threat of furloughs after relief bill signed
DALLAS (AP) — Southwest Airlines is lifting the threat of furloughs or pay cuts for thousands of workers now that U.S. airlines...
Time runs out for developer of The Hill in Deep Deuce
Scientist Bill Canfield will not get another chance to finish building The Hill after missing another round of deadlines on a...
Storied Oklahoma City mansion now in a field in eastern Oklahoma County
When it was first built in 1901, the three-story Goodholm mansion was one of the finest homes in the city, showcased by the...
Oklahoma City Council puts off marijuana regulation debate
An industry executive says Oklahoma City's proposed zoning code for marijuana is "overreach." The city council last week...
US officials: Suspect in Nashville explosion died in blast
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The man believed to be responsible for the Christmas Day bombing that tore through downtown Nashville...
'Wonder Woman 1984' debuts with pandemic-best $16.7M
NEW YORK (AP) — Despite premiering simultaneously by streaming service, “Wonder Woman 1984” managed the best box office debut...
'Believe in science': EU kicks off COVID-19 vaccine campaign
ROME (AP) — Doctors, nurses and the elderly rolled up their sleeves across the European Union to receive the first doses of the...
Opinion: Postpandemic economics of immigration reform
Our recovery from the pandemic should start with creating “economic sovereignty” that is much less dependent on China and India...
Opinion: Goodbye, 2020
Since the pandemic, this has become Adam’s new normal. He used to sleep like a log, falling asleep before his head hit the...
Oklahoma electrical failures are renewing a debate over the effectiveness of underground power lines
The Public Utilities Division of Oklahoma’s Corporation Commission is querying electric service providers across much of...
Opinion: Something good coming from something bad
This has been a really bad year. Millions of in our country are sick with COVID-19. Hundreds of thousands have died. The...
The Latest: Japan sharply tightens ban on foreign visitors
TOKYO — Japan’s government will temporarily ban entry of all nonresident foreign nationals as a precaution against a new and...
FBI at home of possible person of interest in Nashville bomb
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Federal agents converged Saturday on the home of a possible person of interest in the explosion that...
Gingerbread monolith delights San Francisco on Christmas Day
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — In true pop-up art fashion, a nearly 7-foot-tall monolith made of gingerbread mysteriously appeared on a...
Germany, Hungary give 1st vaccine shots ahead of EU rollout
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Germany, Hungary and Slovakia began giving out their first coronavirus vaccine shots on Saturday only...
Downtown Nashville explosion knocks communications offline
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A recreational vehicle parked in the deserted streets of downtown Nashville exploded early Christmas...
EU, UK unveil vast trade pact set to enter force on Jan 1
BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union and the United Kingdom made public Saturday the vast agreement that is likely to govern...
How to keep your home cozy all season long
Most homeowners want to keep their home cozy and their heating bills low during the winter, but struggle to keep the warmth in...
It's time to reflect on gardening successes, plan for 2021
We hope you and your family had a very merry Christmas whether you got to celebrate in person, by phone or over a Skype or Zoom...
Check out this brand-new bungalow, The Oklahoman's Listing of the Week for Dec. 26, 2020
The Listing of the Week is a brand-new bungalow in the heart of Oklahoma City. The 1,750-square-foot home at 1700 NE Euclid St....
Oklahoma County property sales from The Oklahoman for Dec. 26, 2020
Recent major sales in Oklahoma County totaled more than $44 million, according to deeds released from County Clerk David B....
Oklahoma gardening calendar for Dec. 26, 2020
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5 housing trends for 2021
In 2021, mortgage rates will rise from record lows, home price gains will slow, and Americans will continue their migration to...
Oklahoma City building permits from The Oklahoman for Dec. 26, 2020
• Perkins & Will, 10240 Broadway Extension, hospital (Oklahoma City Rehabilitation Hospital), erect, $16,000,000. • Ashton...
OKC homebuilder Homes By Taber commits to donating more to local nonprofits
Homes by Taber is doubling the number of local nonprofits to receive donations when it sells a house in 2021. Founder Taber...
Marni Jameson: Lessons learned from first half of 2020
Now we come to that time of year (and what a year it’s been) where, traditionally we ― you and I ― reflect on where we’ve gone...
How to avoid frozen pipes
STILLWATER — Winter temperatures can lead to frozen pipes in the home and even bigger problems if the pipes burst, said Gina...
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Here are some housing highlights from the first half of 2020
It's tempting to just let terrible 2020 go without comment, but some important and memorable things did happen this year in...
No time to rest: EU nations assess Brexit trade deal with UK
BRUSSELS (AP) — The fast-track ratification of the post-Brexit trade deal between the U.K. and the European Union got underway...
Pope on COVID-19 vaccine: Needy, vulnerable must come first
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis made a Christmas Day plea for authorities to make COVID-19 vaccines available to all,...
South Korea’s cases, COVID-19 deaths spike again
South Korea has added another new 1,092 infections of the coronavirus in a resurgence that is erasing hard-won epidemiological...
How the virus transformed economies
NEW YORK — It would be just a temporary precaution. When the viral pandemic erupted in March, employees of the small insurance...
The Latest: China tests millions in port over virus cluster
BEIJING — Authorities in China’s northeastern port city of Dalian are testing millions of residents after seven new coronavirus...
New 7-Eleven owners planning big changes for at least 30 metro stores
At least 30 metro 7-Eleven stores, locally owned for 67 years until being sold earlier this year to the international chain,...
Asia Today: Sri Lanka locks down 3 towns as spread persists
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lankan authorities on Thursday imposed lockdown on three towns on the outskirts of the capital to...
Turkey's central bank raises interest rate to 17%
ISTANBUL (AP) — Turkey’s central bank raised the benchmark interest rate on Thursday for a second time in a row under its new...
A greener, rural-Oklahoma energy grid is generating jobs by the hundreds and revenues by the millions
Energy flowing across Oklahoma’s transmission grid turned greener this week. On Wednesday, Western Farmers Electric Cooperative...
EU and UK near post-Brexit trade deal
BRUSSELS — European Union and British negotiators closed in on a trade deal Wednesday, raising hopes a chaotic economic break...
US layoffs remain elevated
803,000 seek jobless aid
WASHINGTON — The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell by 89,000 last week to a still-elevated 803,000,...
Oklahoma City developers thrilled to reveal plans for ambitious R&D center
Aviation, aerospace, bioscience and energy research and development are planned for a mixed-use project "focused on...
The Latest: Brazil is latest to ban flights from Britain
RIO DE JANEIRO — Brazil has become the latest country to bar flights from the United Kingdom in a bid to prevent contagion from...
Virus-linked isolation of UK eases but backlog persists
DOVER, England (AP) — Gridlock at an English port kept thousands of truckers and travelers stranded Wednesday despite a deal...
$900B relief bill passed by Congress
WASHINGTON — Congress passed a $900 billion pandemic relief package that would finally deliver long-sought cash to businesses...
US hospitals facing worrisome shortage of nurses, doctors
SAN FRANCISCO — With so many states seeing a flood of coronavirus patients, U.S. hospitals are again worried about finding...
COVID-19 bill to end ‘surprise’ medical bills
WASHINGTON — People with private health insurance will see the nasty shock of “surprise” medical bills virtually gone, thanks...
Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Dec. 23, 2020
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Tuesday: Natural Gas — $2.76 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m....
Wrist World launches expanded game with virtual Japanese pop star Hatsune Miku
A group of Oklahoma teens who launched their own augmented reality game last year have teamed up with Japanese pop star Hatsune...
Writing off more of that 3-martini lunch is causing a stir
WASHINGTON — Stuffed into the new emergency relief package is a morsel that President Donald Trump has long had on the buffet...
What the stimulus package means for unemployed Oklahomans
Although Congress has approved an 11-week extension of extra unemployment benefits, Oklahoma will have to wait for two major...
US close on deal with Pfizer for millions more vaccine doses
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. government is close to a deal to acquire tens of millions of additional doses of Pfizer's vaccine in...
Walmart accused of fueling opioid epidemic in Justice Department lawsuit
In its civil complaint, federal authorities allege "hundreds of thousands of violations" of the Controlled Substances Act, and...
BioNTech CEO confident vaccine will work on UK variant
BERLIN (AP) — German pharmaceutical company BioNTech is confident that its coronavirus vaccine works against the new UK...
Millennial Money: How to discuss family finances in a crisis
With 10.7 million Americans out of work as of November 2020 (and 3.9 million of those workers unemployed for 27 weeks or more),...
Air Force: Black people more often investigated, punished
WASHINGTON (AP) — Black service members in the Air Force are far more likely to be investigated, arrested, face disciplinary...
Senator: Treasury Dept. email accounts compromised in hack
WASHINGTON (AP) — Dozens of email accounts at the Treasury Department were compromised in a massive breach of U.S. government...
Consumer relief: COVID bill to end 'surprise' medical bills
WASHINGTON (AP) — People with private health insurance will see the nasty shock of “surprise” medical bills virtually gone,...
EU greenlights COVID-19 vaccine after agency gives safety OK
BRUSSELS — The European Union on Monday gave official approval for the coronavirus vaccine developed by BioNTech and Pfizer to...
Oklahoma oil prices and drilling report for Dec. 22, 2020
Natural Gas (Henry Hub) as of 4 p.m. EST Monday: Natural Gas — $2.70 per MMBtu Oklahoma crude oil prices as of 5 p.m. Monday:...
Another Oklahoma energy company is exiting the business, but not how you might think
On Monday, Blueknight Energy Partners announced it is getting out of the oil and gas business, but in a way you might not...
Congress rushes toward vote on $900B COVID relief bill
WASHINGTON — After months of Washington gridlock, Congress is set to vote on a $900 billion pandemic relief package, finally...
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Cut off: Britain hit with travel bans over new virus strain
LONDON (AP) — Trucks waiting to get out of Britain backed up for miles and people were left stranded at airports Monday as...
McDonald's sells 'Spam burger' with cookie crumbs in China
BEIJING (AP) — McDonald’s is selling a sandwich made of Spam topped with crushed Oreo cookies Monday in China in an...
Liz Weston: RV-Buying Mistakes to Avoid
Recreational vehicle sales are soaring, and the RV industry expects 2021 to be a record-breaking year. Dealerships say much of...
Zoning proposal would outlaw marijuana drive-thru
Drive-thru medical marijuana dispensary windows would be prohibited under a new zoning code being proposed by James Greiner,...
Congress seals agreement on COVID relief, government funding
WASHINGTON (AP) — Top congressional leaders announce agreement on COVID-19 relief package, government funding bill.
Top congressional leaders announce agreement on COVID-19 relief package, government funding bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — Top congressional leaders announce agreement on COVID-19 relief package, government funding bill.
States spent over $7 billion competing for virus supplies
Ray Bellia had a good business before the coronavirus pandemic. He topped $4 million in annual sales from his New Hampshire...
Trump downplays Russia in first comments on cyberattack
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WASHINGTON — Contradicting his secretary of state and other top officials, President Donald Trump on Saturday suggested without...
Opinion: Connections between disconnected things
For me lately, in the third quarter of this pandemic, as we approach the holidays and the end of the year, I have been...
Starbucks halts Happy Hour to prevent crowds
Starbucks is pausing its popular buy-one-get-one-free promotions as coronavirus cases rise. The Seattle-based coffee giant...
Opinion: If you’re on Santa’s Covid-19 naughty list, you have company
Last week, Adam wrote about how, despite generally good intentions, he has not always abided by every CDC guideline in...
COVID-19 took the life of his stepmom. Now, business restrictions could take his livelihood
For a few hours Saturday night, the man known to many as “Señor Shots” greeted patrons of his club, helped his employees,...
Opinion: COVID lesson — back to basics
Obtaining life essentials have, of course, been the focus of commodity trading for centuries. It’s the foundation of our past...
Winter threatens outdoor dining
NEW YORK – Billy Cole said the restaurant has lost tens of thousands of dollars since the start of the pandemic, if not...
Facebook removes Russian accounts in Africa
PARIS — Individuals linked to Russia and the French military used fake Facebook and Instagram accounts to wage a covert...
Volkswagen loses top EU court case in diesel scandal
BRUSSELS — The European Union’s top court ruled on Thursday that Volkswagen breached the law by installing on its cars a...
Pandemic eviction crisis grows
CORVALLIS, Ore. — Ryan Bowser looked somber as he sat in his cramped Oregon apartment, worried whether he, his pregnant...
US jobless claims rise to 885,000 amid resurgence of virus
WASHINGTON — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose again last week to 885,000, the highest weekly...
EU, UK leaders concede big gaps remain in post-Brexit talks
BRUSSELS — The U.K. and the European Union provided sober updates Thursday on the state of post-Brexit trade discussions, with...
Biden introduces his climate team, says 'no time to waste'
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Just as the United States has needed a unified, national response to COVID-19, it needs one for dealing...
Oklahoma City building permits from The Oklahoman for Dec. 19, 2020
• City of Oklahoma City, 928 Frederick Douglass Ave., clubhouse, erect, $3,500,000. • Bockus Payne Architecture, 9701 Boardwalk...
Laughlin: Legends and lore of holiday plants
Many of the plants we associate with holiday celebrations have interesting histories and legends associated with them. Many...
Oklahoma City-area garden events calendar for Dec. 19, 2020
To submit items, send an email to Richard Mize at rmize@oklahoman.com. In the subject line, put "Garden calendar.” Please...
Oklahoma County property sales from The Oklahoman for Dec. 19, 2020
Recent major sales in Oklahoma County totaled more than $41 million, according to deeds released from County Clerk David B....
Marni Jameson: Which kitchen knives are a cut above?
It’s the single most handled item in the kitchen, maybe the entire house. Held even more than the TV remote, the kitchen knife...
Keep your home network secure with these simple steps
Working and learning from home is the new norm for millions of American families engaged in a daily juggling act, making sure...
Check out The Oklahoman's Listing of the Week for Dec. 19, 2020
The Listing of the Week is an especially energy-efficient home in Norman. The 2,553-square-foot home at 209 Sonora Lane has...
Open bar: Judge grants restraining order against Governor Kevin Stitt, ABLE Commission
The 11 p.m. curfew is off for the next 12 nights. Keep the music playing, the lights down low and, most importantly to the bar...
Paycom founder joins Giving Pledge
Chad Richison, founder and CEO of Paycom, announced Friday he is joining the Giving Pledge, committing to give the majority of...
OKC's Heritage Hills East lands on National Register of Historic Places
Heritage Hills East is a mere sliver compared to its bigger neighbor to the west, stately Heritage Hills, but its roots are...
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards
Livestock report from the Oklahoma City Stockyards: Oklahoma Weekly Cattle Auction Summary Livestock Weighted Average Report...