Deanne Stein

Oklahoma City

Reporter at KSBI-TV (Oklahoma City, OK)

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Richard Glossip back in court for bond hearing

1 week ago | news9.com | Deanne Stein

Former death row inmate Richard Glossip returned to the courtroom on Tuesday for a bond hearing, his first appearance since prosecutors announced plans to pursue a new jury trial. Glossip had been sentenced to death for his alleged role in the 1997 murder of motel owner Barry Van Treese and spent nearly 30 years on death row. But earlier this year, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned his conviction, and he's since remained in the Oklahoma County Jail.
Edmond officer severely injured in crash, brother raises money for mobility scooter

2 weeks ago | news9.com | Deanne Stein

The road to recovery is far from over for Sgt. Joe Wells, an Edmond police officer who was struck head-on by a fleeing suspect during a high-speed chase in September 2022. The violent crash left Wells with a devastating leg injury that led to amputation and severe nerve pain. Now, his brother, Phillip Wells, also a police officer, is stepping up to support him and is calling on the community for help. "Joe is a quiet guy and he doesn’t like to ask for anything," Phillip said.
New threat to Oklahoma cattle: The Asian Longhorned Tick

2 weeks ago | news9.com | Deanne Stein

Oklahoma cattle producers face a new and concerning threat: the Asian Longhorned Tick. This invasive species, native to East Asia, has recently been identified in Eastern Oklahoma. Why It MattersThe Asian Longhorned Tick is small, about the size of a sesame seed, and can infest livestock in large numbers. A single female can reproduce without mating, laying more than 2,500 eggs during her lifetime.
Oklahoma mourns the loss of a true legend: Gary England dies at 85

2 weeks ago | news9.com | Deanne Stein

Oklahoma has lost a legend. Gary England, the long-time Chief Meteorologist at News 9, passed away Tuesday night at the age of 85. Gary was the face and trusted voice for decades during the state’s most violent storms. To those who worked beside him and to families watching from home, he was always calm before and during the storm. “He would be very stern, calm, cool, and collected—but also, when he needed to, he was urgent,” said News 9 Meteorologist Lacey Swope.
Teen burn survivor discharged after 82 days in hospital following Oklahoma wildfires

2 weeks ago | news9.com | Deanne Stein

A 15-year-old Oklahoma boy who suffered life-threatening burns in the March wildfires reached a major milestone this week, leaving the hospital after nearly three months in intensive care. Will Conley was severely injured on March 14 while trying to escape a wildfire near Chandler with his father, Allen Ferguson. Their 4-wheeler crashed, and they were caught in the flames.
Richard Glossip faces court again, death penalty off the table

2 weeks ago | news9.com | Deanne Stein

After nearly three decades on death row, Richard Glossip is getting a new day in court. The Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office confirmed it will move forward with a new murder trial, but this time, it will not seek the death penalty. Instead, prosecutors plan to pursue a sentence of life in prison. For the first time since leaving the state prison system, Glossip appeared in district court Monday, greeted by a small group of supporters—including his wife, Lea, who blew him a kiss as he entered.
Status Hearing Set for Former Death Row Inmate Richard Glossip

3 weeks ago | news9.com | Deanne Stein

Richard Glossip, once on death row in Oklahoma, is back at a legal crossroads. With his murder conviction overturned in February, Glossip has been held at the Oklahoma County Detention Center since April, waiting, once again, for the state’s decision. Nine Execution Dates — No Final JudgmentFor nearly 30 years, Glossip has faced execution nine times. Despite multiple delays, questions around his conviction have only grown.
Cleveland County Budget Board approves budget amid tense debate over Sheriff’s funding

3 weeks ago | news9.com | Deanne Stein

The Cleveland County Budget Board approved next year’s budget on Thursday, but not without heated debate, particularly over the sheriff's office's sharply reduced funding request. Sheriff Chris Amason had asked for a budget increase of nearly $15 million, totaling nearly $26 million. The board denied that request. “Who did this to my budget?” Amason asked during a tense exchange. “I’m asking who decided those numbers?”Board members responded that the request was simply unrealistic.
Oklahoma City welcomes hundreds of international media ahead of NBA Finals

3 weeks ago | news9.com | Deanne Stein

The excitement builds at the Paycom Center for Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. Both teams are gearing up for Thursday night’s showdown, and NBA Media Day gave journalists from around the world a unique glimpse into the energy and anticipation surrounding this highly anticipated matchup.
Mid-Del Schools Prepare for New Emergency Reunification Plan

3 weeks ago | news9.com | Deanne Stein

A metro school district is taking steps to ensure that in the event of an emergency, students can be safely reunited with their families. Mid-Del Schools just wrapped up a two-day training focused on implementing a new reunification plan, a safety measure designed for crisis situations, such as gas leaks, severe weather, or acts of violence. “It’s just to make sure that we get it right,” said Mid-Del Superintendent Dr. Rick Cobb.