Today
in Tulsa
Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local business leaders launched a matching campaign today to raise $120K through the Food for Kids program to help fight child hunger as summer approaches. Burnett Home Improvement and Tri-Star Glass Products will double corporate donations to boost the effort. News On 6
- ➤ Tulsa River Parks Authority opened its largest inclusive playground today along Riverside Drive near 17th Street next to Zink Lake, offering accessible play areas for children and families. FOX 23
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ OG&E announced it will power three new data centers in Muskogee and Stillwater and partnered with Google to cover all grid connection and energy costs. Two solar facilities under construction will supply extra capacity while current customers avoid higher rates. FOX 23
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Family members gathered at the Family and Children Services building on 11th and Houston this afternoon seeking help to locate 20-year-old Kiera Mack, who left the care facility early Thursday and has been missing for 48 hours as a missing persons report was filed. KTUL
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The historic hospital once serving Black Tulsans has been reborn as Greenwood Entrepreneurship at Moton, a tech hub featuring Black Tech Street HQ, Microsoft Labs + a coffee shop that will host community programs. Black Tech Street will have its grand opening on May 21. 2 News
- ➤ Oklahoma Natural Gas is asking regulators to review a rate adjustment that would add about $1.53 to average monthly bills if approved, helping cover rising costs + fund essential pipeline improvements. A public comment session will be held on June 11 at 10 a.m. in Oklahoma City. KTUL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The governor will review the Bell to Bell No Cell bill (which permanently bans phones) that would affect all schools as Broken Arrow Freshman Academy already reports more library use and livelier hallways under a similar rule. 2 News
- ➤ Broken Arrow leaders say a company reached out about a future data center on a 51-acre tract between the Creek Turnpike and Highway 51; they will hold a pre-development meeting in the coming months — the first step in a due diligence process to review infrastructure needs. 2 News
- ➤ Broken Arrow officials began a due diligence process on Tuesday after BAEDC requested a pre-development meeting for a potential data center planned on a 51-acre site near Creek Turnpike and Highway 51 (no agreements have been signed). Further public hearings will be held if the project moves forward. FOX 23
- ➤ The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers held a public meeting on Apr. 30 to update the community on the upcoming Tulsa levee construction project. Officials (project leaders) explained future plans and next steps to improve the area. FOX 23
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local rescue helped a dog that had suffered from a locked jaw for four years open its mouth again on Apr. 30. This recovery shows that dedicated care can bring hope to pet owners in our community. FOX 23
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FC Tulsa vs Loudoun United Pro Soccer Match
FC Tulsa sits in first place in the USL Western Conference, and Friday’s home match is sure to be a thriller—just as $1 Beer Section Night returns to ONEOK Field. Today in Tulsa readers can enjoy up to 50% off day of game prices with this special offer.
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Becky Robinson Live
6-10 p.m. — Cain's Ballroom — Tickets from $101 — Catch comedian Becky Robinson in a lively performance at a top Tulsa venue.
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Mike Cannon Live
7-10 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices increase at the door — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Mike Cannon, known for his work on Barstool Sports and Comedy Central.
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Jake Worthington Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Vanguard — Ticket prices vary — Experience country music from traditionalist Jake Worthington in a lively setting.
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Oddities and Curiosities Expo
May 8-10 — Expo Square — Entry fee varies — Explore unique vendors and bizarre finds at this captivating shopping experience.
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Smells Like Nirvana Tribute Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Vanguard — Ticket Pricing Available — Celebrate the legendary sounds of Nirvana with a national tribute band performing classic hits.
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Amber Wallin Comedy Show
6-9 p.m. — Tulsa’s Bricktown Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Amber Wallin's unique storytelling and humor.
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Dungeon Crawler Carl: A Parade of Horribles Midnight Release
5-11 p.m. — Magic City Books — $8 off pre-orders — Celebrate the release of book #8 with games, food, and special merchandise at this exciting midnight event.
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Whose Live Anyway
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Get ready to roar with laughter at this live improv comedy show featuring stars from the acclaimed TV series.
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Wine & Food Pairing Tasting
6-8 p.m. — Ti Amo Ristorante Italiano Downtown — $60 — Experience a curated tasting of five Italian wines paired with delicious small plates.
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of the wizarding world with live orchestral music accompanying this beloved film.
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