Today
in Tulsa
Saturday, May 24th, 2025
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Elephants Billy and Tina began quarantine and bonding time in the Elephant Preserve Barn at Tulsa Zoo after arriving from the Los Angeles Zoo following a 26-hour journey. They will remain in quarantine for several weeks—this routine measure allows them to safely adjust before joining the main herd. News On 6
- ➤ Tulsa Parks will start construction this summer on new inclusive playgrounds at Hicks and Bales Parks—featuring saucer swings for wheelchair users, quiet zones, and sensory panels with a $785,000 investment from the Burnstein Family Foundation. Community advocates helped shape the safe, accessible design, and work is expected to finish before the end of 2025. News On 6
- ➤ Lyla Thomas (10-year-old Tulsa resident) earned national attention by starting Fairshare to give fair tickets to people experiencing homelessness and is now raising $75,000 to build a tiny home at City Lights Village. 2 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Wagoner woman, 38-year-old Julie Nail, was arrested Thursday and booked into jail on charges of first-degree murder, controlled substances distribution, and child neglect—her two-month-old son died from methamphetamine toxicity after deputies found meth during a call last November in Wagoner County. FOX 23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hanson Day continues today at Cain's Ballroom—fans from around the globe join the multi-day celebration with live music and a dance party featuring Taylor Hanson. Some fans camped for more than 24 hours to watch the Hanson brothers perform on Friday, adding to the excitement for today's events. News On 6
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Flood Watch remains in effect from late tonight through Monday evening over parts of Tulsa and nearby counties as heavy rainfall is expected to bring 4 to 6 inches of rain with isolated amounts of 8 to 10 inches. Residents should remain alert for flash flooding and rising river levels — especially in low-lying areas. FOX 23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Senate approved Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District—site of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre—to become a national monument. The bill was sponsored by Sen. Lankford and Sen. Booker and passed on Friday to help preserve a significant part of our past. FOX 23
- ➤ On May 23rd, Tulsa’s National Weather Service team worked late to monitor storms and help residents prepare. The office staffs 23 experts, including meteorologist Steven Cobb, who use a network approach — working with public and state agencies to keep Tulsa safe. News On 6
- ➤ The Oklahoma Department of Transportation says work on the I-244 bridge near downtown Tulsa is causing road closures, lane reductions, and detour routes that affect daily commutes. Officials expect the repairs to finish by the end of June — weather permitting. News On 6
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Tulsa Speed Dating for Singles Age 40s/50s
3-5 p.m. — American Solera — Check site for ticket info — Engage in rapid-fire conversations with local singles to spark potential romance.
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Ryan Adams Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Catch Ryan Adams live in a stunning venue for an unforgettable night of music.
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Wicked Musical
May 28 – Jun 15 — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience the magic and music of the beloved Broadway sensation reimagining the untold stories of the witches of Oz.
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Chris Porter Live Stand-Up Comedy
7-8:30 p.m. — Bricktown Comedy Club — Tickets available — Come enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Chris Porter, known for his Netflix special 'Ugly & Angry'.
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Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay
6:30 p.m. — German American Society-Tulsa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Coldplay's anthems performed by a talented string quartet in a stunning candlelit setting.
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Dierks Bentley Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — BOK Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of country music with Dierks Bentley live in Tulsa.
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Floating Sound Bath Experience
9-10 a.m. — Brut Hotel Pool — Ticketed event — Float and relax with therapeutic sounds to achieve inner peace and balance.
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WWE Monday Night RAW
6:30-8 p.m. — BOK Center — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the thrilling action of professional wrestling live in downtown Tulsa.
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Tulsa Drillers vs Amarillo Sod Poodles
Daily events — ONEOK Field — Tickets starting at $10 — Grab your friends and family for a week of thrilling minor league baseball action!
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Wicked
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Discover the untold story of the Wicked Witch and her complex friendship with Glinda the Good.
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