Today
in Tulsa
Wednesday, December 31st, 2025
Good morning, Tulsa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 31st of December.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A family is seeking aid after a semi hit their car near Muskogee on Christmas day, sending their 10-year-old son to a Tulsa hospital in critical condition (the driver was reportedly texting). FOX 23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Union High School student Aaliyah Albert-Oliver was crowned Oklahoma’s first Miss Juneteenth and won the national title in 2025—she said the honor gives her a chance to inspire youth, promote freedom, and be a role model in our community. News On 6
- ➤ Local author Juan Pablo Reinoso releases his new book, Diary of a Nobody, sharing his varied roles in the entertainment industry and spotlighting Tulsa's growing film scene. He advises readers to never give up and is working on an audiobook version while awaiting Barnes+Noble approval for print copies. FOX 23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tulsa police urge residents to plan for safe New Year celebrations by designating drivers (or arranging rideshares) and securing their homes before leaving town. They remind residents that fireworks are illegal within city limits and advise reporting any suspicious activity. KTUL
- ➤ Fire officials are urging Tulsa residents to avoid using fireworks as New Year's approaches (windy conditions heighten fire risks) and warn that fireworks are illegal in the city (sparklers burn hot and often injure children). KTUL
- ➤ A Tulsa man with a newly renovated home has been without water for 2+ weeks after city crews shut off service on Dec. 13 due to an unpermitted connection from a vacant lot, and he now faces costly plumbing repairs. City officials are working with him to restore service. 2 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The flu, RSV and COVID are making people sick as holiday travel and cool weather cause a spike; hospitals are getting crowded and doctors advise washing hands for 20 seconds and getting vaccinated. Patients with breathing trouble should seek care immediately. FOX 23
- ➤ On Dec. 29, the federal government approved $50 billion in funding for rural hospitals, including $223 million in a five-year grant to improve healthcare in Oklahoma. Governor Kevin Stitt said the investment will strengthen smalltown clinics + critical access hospitals to provide local families with better care. 2 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is hosting Tulsa’s Biggest New Year’s Eve Bash today with two balloon drops, cash prize drawings, and live DJ sets starting at 5 p.m. Party doors open at 10 p.m. with Tone Loc and Swon Brothers set to lead the midnight countdown. FOX 23
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The ECHL and PHPA both ratified a new collective bargaining agreement that boosts player compensation + improves safety, and the 2025-26 season will resume Tuesday night. The deal will run through the 2029-30 season. FOX 23
- ➤ Indoor dirt track racing kicks off at SageNet Center this week as over 2,000 entries and thousands of fans gather for the 41st annual Tulsa Shootout. Drivers including first-time competitor Briggs Danner from Pennsylvania will race in four divisions through Jan. 3 & complete over 4,000 laps. News On 6
- ➤ Racers have gathered in Tulsa for the annual Tulsa Shootout race, drawing over 2,000 entries from 43 states and six countries and boosting the local economy by an estimated $50 million — a record impact. Spectator tickets are $25 weekdays and $30 Saturday as the race builds to a finale. KTUL
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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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Frozen The Musical
Jan 9-25 — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the captivating magic of Frozen in a dazzling stage adaptation for all ages.
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Liz Carr Training Winter Musical Theater Concert
7-9 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Dine at Juniper before enjoying an enchanting winter musical theater concert.
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Hadestown Musical Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Tulsa Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Tony Award-winning musical that reimagines the tale of Orpheus and Eurydice through captivating music.
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Tulsa Speed Dating for Singles in Their 40s and 50s
6-8 p.m. — American Solera — Ticket required — Meet local singles for a fast-paced evening of potential romance and connection.
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71st Annual Tulsa Nationals – Open / Girls
All Day — The Pavilion — Registration Closed — Experience the excitement of youth wrestling at one of the premier tournaments in Tulsa.
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Tulsa Oilers vs. Allen Americans
7:05-9:05 p.m. — BOK Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience fast-paced action at High School Night as the Tulsa Oilers take on the Allen Americans.
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Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
8:45-10 p.m. — German American Society-Tulsa — Get your tickets now — Experience the magic of live music in a stunning setting with tributes to Coldplay and Imagine Dragons.
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Bigfoot Classic Tulsa
Unleash your inner adventurer — Scenic race day — Tulsa, Oklahoma — Registration fees apply — Experience running in the beautiful Oklahoma parks with fun activities for all ages, including a costume contest.
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Wine & Food Pairing Experience
6-7 p.m. — Ti Amo Ristorante Italiano Downtown — $40 per person — Savor exquisite wines paired with delightful small plates in a cozy atmosphere.
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Clay Walker Concert at Osage Casino
8-11 p.m. — Osage Casino Hotel — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening with country star Clay Walker, known for his hit 'What’s It to You'.
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