Crime
Former Tulsa teacher arrested over alleged student relationship
Authorities say the teacher had an inappropriate relationship with a 12-year-old student.
Man arrested in deadly stabbing near 35th and Memorial
Tulsa police apprehend suspect in fatal attack
Tulsa Police Seek Suspect in Bar Theft
Authorities release surveillance footage in hopes of identifying the alleged perpetrator.
Weather
Strong Thunderstorm Brings Hail to Tulsa County
Weather statement in effect until Sunday afternoon
Fire in Chelsea burns around 200 acres
Blaze 80% contained as Oklahoma faces high fire risk
Wildfires Rage Across Southern Plains as Winds and Dry Conditions Persist
Oklahoma and Texas Panhandle under critical fire risk as new blazes break out
Lifestyle
Tulsa Public Schools Ramps Up Outreach for Strong Schools, Strong Tulsa Bond
Voters to decide on $1.3 billion school improvement measure in April election
Tulsa World Highlights Top Stories from March 3, 2026
A roundup of the day's most impactful local news from the front page of Tulsa's leading newspaper
High Schoolers Compete in Anatomage Tournament
Annual event tests students' knowledge of human anatomy at OSU Center for Health Sciences
Automotive
New 'Diverging Diamond' Interchange Coming to Tulsa Hills
Construction on the project is set to begin in June and wrap up nearly two years later.
Oklahoma Lifts Wide Load Restrictions on Creek Turnpike
Move expected to improve traffic flow, safety, and reduce road wear in Tulsa County
Car Plows Into Crowd at Tulsa Demolition Derby, Witnesses Describe Chaos
Video shows a car leaving the main area and crashing into spectators at the Starbird car show, leaving many injured and shaken.
Travel
21-Foot Glowing 'Cry Baby Cry' Statue Sparks Backlash in Tulsa
Neighbors near Cry Baby Hill push back against planned public art installation
Global Entry Enrollment Event in Tulsa Postponed
DHS funding hiatus delays program sign-ups at Tulsa airport
Report Offers Guidance for Small Towns on Route 66 Centennial
Experts provide insights on leveraging historic highway for rural development and tourism.
