Today
in Tulsa
Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Tulsa man named Bryan Rowland began selling his beloved 1969 Mustang Fastback yesterday to raise funds for Scottish Rite for Children hospital that helped save his life as a child with Klippel-Feil Syndrome. He partnered with YouTube host Dennis Collins to restore and auction the car—proceeds will support the hospital. News On 6
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Union Public Schools and Tulsa Public Schools reported that a student, another student, and one staff member died in a car crash on U.S. Highway 169 about three miles northeast of Greeley, Kansas — the victims were returning from a basketball tournament on Monday, May 5th. News On 6
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Over the weekend, Tulsa saw two homicides when a road rage incident near 6th and Garnett led to a fatal stabbing and a man was shot to death on North Cheyenne Avenue, with police investigating both cases+ asking anyone with details to come forward. News On 6
- ➤ Residents have received text messages claiming job offers with high pay and benefits—claims that are scams designed to obtain personal and bank information—so the Better Business Bureau of Eastern Oklahoma advises job applicants to verify offers from original sources before giving out any details. FOX 23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mayfest will feature Kids’ World with fun activities for children such as face painting, inflatables, live music and hands-on arts and crafts—held at the 101 Archer building and nearby venues. The festival celebrates Tulsa’s cultural roots under the Stay Gold theme and will run from May 9 to May 11 with specific Kids’ World hours each day. News On 6
- ➤ On May 3rd, Tulsa held Carney Fest celebrating Leon Russell’s legacy with live music and street acts (including jugglers, stilt walkers, and magicians) outside historic Church Studio. Later, the event moved indoors to Cain’s Ballroom (where local bands performed throughout the evening). News On 6
- ➤ Jefferson Graham — host of Photowalks on Scripps News — is touring Tulsa today with 2 News Oklahoma’s Christine Stanwood to offer iPhone photography tips; he advised cleaning the lens, charging the phone, and checking storage before shooting images. 2 News
- ➤ The 66 Kicks is a high-energy, fully improvised comedy show — using audience suggestions to drive fast-paced games and creative scenes with local talent. The show will perform at Cody Mayo Studios on May 9, May 23 and June 6 at 8 p.m. News On 6
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Oklahoma Caring Van is offering free immunizations for children at Mingo WIC today from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., and the service will also be available on May 9 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.—families must bring a current shot record and a parent, and no insurance is required. News On 6
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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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Nightly Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Vanguard — Check for ticket prices — Experience the electrifying alt-pop vibes of Nightly, a trio taking the industry by storm.
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