Today
in Tulsa
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City of Tulsa and Crossland Construction broke ground yesterday at Chamberlain Park to add a 24,000 sqft community center, basketball pavilion, playground and garden. Berry Park will later get inclusive playgrounds and picnic shelters, and the $27M upgrade funded partly by private donations will finish by late spring. 2 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local FFA students in Miami are leading the Sooner Safe project to teach tornado safety (including distributing 100 emergency go bags) to younger students at Miami Public Schools. The initiative comes as tornado season is active and aims to clear confusion about severe weather safety. News On 6
- ➤ Glenpool Public Schools will update parents on safety upgrades today at 6:30 p.m. in the upper elementary cafeteria — the improvements include security cameras, enhanced intercom systems, a bus tracking system, and bulletproof window film, funded by multiple grants. 2 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ John Croisant (TPS board member) discussed his congressional campaign aimed at filling the vacancy left by Kevin Hern’s Senate run in an unedited video. He outlined his plans to move the campaign forward in Tulsa. 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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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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Tech N9ne Live in Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of hip-hop with Tech N9ne and E-40 at a historic venue.
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