Matt McCabe

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In March of 2024, Oklahoma leaders ceremonially broke ground on what was forecasted to be a state-of-the-art mental health hospital and campus located at OSU-OKC, costing $150 million. But construction never began; in fact, lawmakers on Monday explained, the land had not even been sold to the state. “At least one site in Oklahoma City has been identified, which can be renovated to meet the needs to replace the beds at Griffin Memorial Hospital,” Sen.

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Norman’s City Council is approaching another deadline in the city’s quest to build the $1.2 billion dollar Rock Creek Entertainment District, which would be anchored by a new arena for OU Athletics. Approving a phasing plan During an April 22 meeting, the City Council was presented with a phasing plan prepared by developers. It outlined the timelines, order, and cost of the expected stages of development.

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Oklahoma City leaders are facing the consequences of self-proclaimed “sluggish” sales tax revenue. In response, the city manager has directed its departments to draft proposals for the next fiscal year, representing operational budget cuts. Most agencies are currently facing a proposed 4.5% cut, but police are fire are facing a 1.5% cut. Union leaders for the city’s police officers and firefighters both weighed in on the possible impact. Q: What’s the impact to Oklahoma City Police and Fire?

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The election of American Cardinal Robert Prevost to the papacy shocked the world, but most especially, other Catholics in the United States. Oklahoma City Archbishop Paul Coakley watched the results of the conclave live. He provided insights on what could be a decades-long papacy for 69-year-old Prevost, who has taken the name of Pope Leo XIV. Why did he choose the name Leo? “The fact that he's chosen the name of Leo; Leo XIII was his predecessor over 100 years ago,” Coakley said.

1 week ago | news9.com | Matt McCabe

Pottawatomie County Commissioners declared a state of emergency on Tuesday following widespread flash flooding in the past week, including one death. Their declaration follows a similar declaration Governor Stitt issued on Monday, which also included Pottawatomie County. SEE ALSO: Disaster declaration expanded to include 38 Oklahoma counties from April floodsThe decision allows county officials to enforce different sets of rules and to make emergency purchases.