Today
in Tulsa
Monday, September 29th, 2025
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Visitors enjoyed the Tulsa State Fair at Expo Square on Sunday, September 28th while deputies handled a few minor fights; the fair ended at 11 p.m. Sunday + visitors returned today at 11 a.m. as the event runs until next Sunday. News On 6
- ➤ Gathering Place and SWAT Meet Inc. partnered to offer the third Rain on Riverside event with free activities like a pop-up creative studio, game trucks and 3v3 basketball to deter youth violence— the event ran Sunday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Energy Transfer Sports Courts in Tulsa. FOX 23
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa firefighters rescued a cat from a South Tulsa apartment fire on Friday when a bathroom fan caught fire — damaging the home’s bathroom and bedroom and causing heavy smoke damage — and treated it with oxygen before reuniting it with its owner. KTUL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local business owners said the Tulsa State Fair—drawing over one million visitors—boosts business and adds more than $50 million in economic impact, while a nearby restaurant worker noted an increase in tourists since the event began. 2 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau of Eastern Oklahoma warned that scammers are using advanced emails and texts to steal identities and local residents should check their credit reports and freeze credit if unexpected offers or bills appear. FOX 23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa resident Eugene Blake has been named as a judge for next year's Westminster Dog Show in New York—marking his third time overseeing the event's non-sport group. FOX 23
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A parent in Midtown Tulsa said her daughter walked nearly a mile to the bus stop for Hale Middle School—she must cross Yale Avenue during busy hours. Tulsa Public Schools denied her request for a closer stop and set a meeting to discuss the issue. 2 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State senators said Superintendent Ryan Walters’ resignation on September 28th offers a chance to restore stable education leadership. They plan new measures to ease the state's housing shortage—while also honoring former lawmaker Richard Morrissette for his long service. News On 6
- ➤ Securus Technologies reversed its rate reduction on prison calls last Sunday by restoring the charge to 14 cents per minute—canceling the lower 6-cent rate that had been set after an FCC order. Families were not warned and say the higher cost hurts their ability to stay in touch while the corrections department supports the change to fund inmate programs. News On 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Owasso Varsity Cheer team won its 7th state championship—beating schools like Broken Arrow, Bixby and Glenpool at the OSSAA Large Co-Ed Cheerleading State Championships at Union High School over the weekend. FOX 23
- ➤ FC Tulsa ended its three-match unbeaten streak with a 2-1 loss at Indy Eleven Saturday night—yet the team remains in first place in the USL Western Conference with a 6-point lead over Sacramento and a 10-point lead over San Antonio. They will host Lexington SC on October 4 at ONEOK Field for College/Homecoming Night. News On 6
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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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Nate Smith Live at the Tulsa State Fair
7:30-9 p.m. — SageNet Center — Ticket info unavailable — Experience an evening of country music with rising star Nate Smith.
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Switchfoot Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — SageNet Center — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night of alt-rock with Switchfoot at the Tulsa State Fair.
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Cooper Alan Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Expo Square — Ticket info not provided — Experience one of country music’s hottest rising stars live with his high-energy honky-tonk performance.
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Lonestar in Concert
7-11 p.m. — Osage Casino Hotel — Check website for ticket prices — Experience heartfelt country hits live from legendary band Lonestar.
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Ty Myers Live at the Tulsa State Fair
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Expo Square — Ticket information not provided — Experience a one-night-only performance by rising artist Ty Myers.
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Modest Mouse Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Entry cost unknown — Experience an unforgettable night of music with the influential band Modest Mouse.
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Mudvayne's 25th Anniversary Tour
7-11 p.m. — The Tulsa Theater — Tickets available — Experience the heavy metal legends Mudvayne live as they celebrate the 25th anniversary of L.D. 50.
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Ana Gabriel Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — BOK Center — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting music of beloved Mexican singer-songwriter Ana Gabriel on her Claro de Luna tour.
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Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo Bash
Enchantment — Time Range — Tulsa Botanic Garden — Cost — Dive into a magical Halloween wonderland with beloved fairy tales and fun activities for all ages.
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Skinnerfest by Red Dirt Relief Fund
Noon-9:30 p.m. — The Sobo — $25 GA, $75 VIP — Celebrate Oklahoma music and support artists with a day of performances and a brunch buffet.
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