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in Tulsa
Monday, May 5th, 2025
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A road rage incident near East 4th Street on May 3 left a woman fatally injured and a man with head and arm injuries after a tailgating confrontation turned violent—TPD said officers are investigating the case. KTUL
- ➤ Tulsa police said one person died and multiple were injured after a shooting near East 2nd Street and South Elgin Avenue in downtown Tulsa on Saturday night — officers reported the incident followed a fight and are still investigating without a lead on a suspect. FOX 23
- ➤ Tulsa police said one person died and several others were injured when a fight escalated into a shooting near 2nd Street and Elgin Avenue around midnight on May 4th (three to four victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries) as officers continue to investigate without making any arrests. News On 6
- ➤ Tulsa police reported that a chaotic event near 2nd and Elgin turned violent when shots were fired into a crowd, leaving one person dead and multiple injured and prompting two officers—both now on administrative leave—to shoot while evidence such as abandoned guns and bullet casings was found near damaged businesses. 2 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa's German Fest brought traditional culture to Green Country on May 4th as the German American Society of Tulsa hosted a family-friendly event with authentic food, live music, and dancing—recipes shared by long-time member Erica Hartman helped mark the celebration near 15th and Lewis. News On 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma lawmakers are reviewing a case for a charter school that may use public funds while discussing better support for veterans and new plans for the Burns Flat spaceport. They will decide on the state budget by the last Friday of the month — weighing tax cuts, federal funds and Medicaid changes. News On 6
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G-Eazy Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Cain's Ballroom — $38 — Catch G-Eazy live on stage with an electric performance in Tulsa.
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Beth Hart Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the raw and emotional performance of Beth Hart, a true artist of the music industry.
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Forrest Frank - Child of God Tour
Evening — BOK Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night of music and inspiration with Forrest Frank.
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Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Evening
8-10 p.m. — River Spirit Casino Resort — Ticket information available — Experience the powerful legacy of Led Zeppelin through the music of Jason Bonham.
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Rocky Dale Davis Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Bricktown Comedy Club — 18+ event — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Rocky Dale Davis at Tulsa's premier comedy venue.
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2025 National Golden Gloves Tournament
5 PM – 4 PM — Arvest Convention Center — Admission details forthcoming — Witness the nation's top amateur boxers compete in a historic championship event.
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Bixby Rotary BBQ & Blues Festival 2025
May 15-17 — Washington Irving Memorial Park and Arboretum — Free entry — Savor delicious BBQ while enjoying live blues music in a beautiful park setting.
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Bingo Loco Event
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cain's Ballroom — $53 — Experience an exciting twist on bingo with live entertainment and fun in Tulsa's vibrant nightlife.
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Bertin and His Countess & Uriel Vasquez Concert
8 p.m. — Cypress Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in an electrifying night of tropical rhythms and unforgettable live music.
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Leon Bridges Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Ticketed event — Experience an unforgettable evening with soulful melodies from Leon Bridges at the historic venue.
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