Elizabeth Fitz
Reporter at KLBK-TV (Lubbock, TX )
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1 day ago |
news9.com | Elizabeth Fitz
A 4-year-old boy from Norman must travel out of state to treat a condition he’s battling against, which will put heavy strain on his family. Gordon Carlson, 4, received the diagnosis of ARFID, or Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder. He has been in feeding therapy since he was 18 months old. His parents said Gordon, who is almost five, is a twin with high musical intelligence. His mother, Samantha, added that he loves playing outside, swinging on the swing set, and watching planes and trains.
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2 days ago |
news9.com | Elizabeth Fitz
On Wednesday night, the Edmond Police Department released body camera footage of an incident in which a man stabbed an officer during a traffic stop. The Edmond Police Department said it happened near East 15th Street and South Broadway on May 1. The video depicts Edmond Officer Caleb Hodam conducting a routine traffic stop when 22-year-old Ocean Hudson approached him with pepper spray.
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3 days ago |
news9.com | Elizabeth Fitz
A confidential source shared their feelings after being impacted by Norman Regional layoffs this week. The former employee said they lost their job after serving in the community for years. They were one of more than 300 people who lost their positions Monday. News 9 decided to keep the source we spoke with confidential, as they expressed concern about retaliation from the hospital. Monday felt like a funeral for Norman Regional Health System, the former employee shared.
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4 days ago |
news9.com | Elizabeth Fitz
Norman Regional Health System announced Monday that it eliminated 10% of positions across the organization, citing rising costs, workforce shortages and declining reimbursement. Norman Regional wrote on its website that there are 3,500 people across 30 clinics and offices, which means roughly 350 people were affected by the layoffs. In an email sent out to staff, the executive team explained that it was one of the most difficult messages leadership has ever had to share.
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1 week ago |
news9.com | Elizabeth Fitz
A mental health and substance abuse provider told News 9 on Friday that she saw remarkable progress with the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services on the same day the state legislature ousted Commissioner Allie Friesen from her position.
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11-year-old Mandy Eggleston got her family out of the house and away from the fire safely. Her mother says she is grateful to her daughter for taking the lead in the middle of a devastating situation.
An 11-year-old girl helped save her family from a house fire — then reunited with the firefighters who responded. Elizabeth Fitz shares the emotional moment and how the Eggleston family is rebuilding after the blaze. https://t.co/zNrOyYJ4F3
I met the sweetest family with the bubbliest little girl named Lynden. Lynden has severe seizures and is in need of a service dog. You can support her efforts by sharing this post and donating to her GoFundMe at the bottom of the article. https://t.co/QX6mMnNAxe
I've never witnessed a more beautiful service in a school. Dozens and dozens of people showed up to honor Ms. Mitchell's memory. There were many tears shed and words shared. She was clearly loved and adored by countless individuals.
Guthrie Public Schools held a memorial service Thursday evening to honor the life and legacy of Ms. Charlotte Mitchell, a dedicated teacher who served for 37 years. News 9's Elizabeth Fitz shares more about the celebration of Ms. Mitchell's life. https://t.co/GHVRevND6M