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ElectionsTulsa voters approve raising the hotel tax from 5% to 9.9%Tulsa said yes to a higher hotel tax. About 57% of voters on Tuesday approved raising the city's lodging tax, the first increase since 1984. More than 61,000 voted in favor and more than 46,000 voted against. The Tulsa World heard a "collective sigh of relief" from supporters Tuesday night.Today’s editionRead HealthHillcrest Healthcare System is now out of network with AetnaIf you have an Aetna plan, Hillcrest Healthcare System is now out of network. Its agreement with Aetna expired Nov. 1, and Hillcrest's facilities and employed providers are out for all Aetna plans.Tuesday’s editionRead SoonersOklahoma fires offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle, and Jason Witten takes over play-callingIf you follow the Sooners, here's the news: Oklahoma fired offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle on Monday, two days after a 42-25 loss to South Carolina. Tight ends coach Jason Witten will be offensive coordinator and play-caller for the rest of the season. Tulsa World already has a hot board of who might get the job in 2027.Tuesday’s editionRead CommunityThe Tulsa Community Foundation asks Tulsans to match a $1 million animal fundIf you've got a soft spot for strays, here's a way to help. The Tulsa Community Foundation created a $1 million endowment for Tulsa Animal Services and is asking the public to match it with a campaign called "Be the Hero." The money will help cover medical equipment, safety upgrades and other needs at the new shelter.Monday’s editionRead Public SafetyTulsa police ask for help finding the parents of a boy found alone in east TulsaTulsa police are asking for your help after a young boy was found alone in east Tulsa. A resident found him wandering down the street in his underwear, and police posted about him on social media. Police said the boy told them his own name and his father's name.Monday’s editionRead SportsThe Tulsa Oilers beat Wichita 3-0, then 4-3 in overtime, to improve to 5-1The Oilers spent the weekend making Wichita miserable. On Fri., Oct. 30, Jake Sibell posted his second straight shutout in a 3-0 win at the BOK Center. Coulson Pitre scored on a first-period penalty shot at 9:18, Zachary Murray added a goal at 11:43 of the third, and Mike McKee finished it with an empty-netter.Monday’s editionRead SportsTulsa basketball opens its season at home this week, and Goldie lands a dog food dealIt's a big week for Golden Hurricane hoops. Tulsa men tip off the 2026-27 season at home against Ottawa tonight at the Donald W. Reynolds Center, with the event running 7-9 p.m., after a 30-win season that ended in the NIT final.Monday’s editionRead

Around Tulsa

From KOKI FOX 23, News On 6 and 15 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. KOKI FOX 2345 minutes ago

    Tulsa Performing Arts Center to host Phantom of the Opera

    The Tulsa Performing Arts Center will host Phantom of the Opera Nov. 18 - 29.

  2. News On 647 minutes ago

    New mobile screening bus brings lung cancer detection to rural Oklahoma

    A new mobile lung cancer screening bus is traveling to rural Oklahoma communities to make early detection more accessible and help save lives, as screening rates across the state remain low.

  3. News On 62 hours ago

    News on 6 at 8 a.m. 11/4/2026

  4. Tulsa World2 hours ago

    Treaty Oak Revival, Hanson among concerts coming up in Tulsa

    Check out a calendar list of upcoming concerts and performances scheduled at venues across Tulsa.

  5. News On 63 hours ago

    News on 6 5 a.m. Newscast 11/4/26

  6. KOKI FOX 233 hours ago

    Two confirmed tornadoes in Green Country Monday night

    The National Weather Service in Tulsa has confirmed two tornadoes from the storms that rolled through Monday night into early Tuesday morning.Adair, Oklahoma h

  7. KOKI FOX 233 hours ago

    Emergency services remain available in Skiatook during community power outage

    The Skiatook Police Department said in a Facebook post that it, along with the Skiatook Electric Department and Skiatook E-911, is aware of a

    Also reported byNews On 6

  8. News 93 hours ago

    Oklahoma Superintendent Robert Franklin raises concerns about state reading law

    Oklahoma's incoming state superintendent Robert Franklin says implementing the state's third-grade reading retention law will require input from educators and additional support for students who struggle with reading.

    Also reported byNews On 6KRMG

  9. News On 64 hours ago

    News on 6 6 a.m. Newscast 11/4/2026

  10. Tulsa World4 hours ago

    Newly Listed Homes near Owasso, OK — Updated Nov. 4, 2026

    A look at the newest homes for sale near Owasso, OK. Browse the newest listings, with photos and prices, and see what's new on the market this week.

  11. News On 65 hours ago

    News On 6 4:30 a.m. Newscast 11/4/2026

  12. 2 News Oklahoma KJRH Tulsa5 hours ago

    Cool and Quiet Wednesday

    Quieter weather returns for Wednesday with calmer winds and a mostly sunny sky. Temperatures will remain near or slightly below seasonal averages through the upcoming weekend.

  13. Tulsa World6 hours ago

    High school football playoff scenarios for 6AI-A2: See your team's path to the playoffs

    Here is a district-by-district look at the races for district titles, higher seedings and playoff berths going into the high school football regular season's final week.

  14. KOKI FOX 237 hours ago

    North Tulsa food pantry sees growing need as families struggle to afford groceries

    As grocery prices and other household expenses continue to put pressure on family budgets, a North Tulsa food pantry says it's seeing more people turn to it for

  15. KRMG7 hours ago

    Mark Tedford defeats John Croisant in Oklahoma Congressional District 1 race

    TULSA, Okla. – Oklahoma voters have selected a new representative for the state’s First Congressional District, sending Mark…

    Also reported byKOCO

  16. Bartlesville Radio7 hours ago

    Hern Pledges to Fight for Oklahoma Values in the Senate

    Congressman Kevin Hern was elected Oklahoma's next U.S. Senator, bringing his experience as a Tulsa businessman and U.S. House Representative since 2018 to the Senate. He ran on a platform of America First policies and a record of delivering results for Oklahoma.

  17. Alva Review-Courier8 hours ago

    Successful season for the Cherokee FFA Sporting Clays Teams

    Seventeen Cherokee FFA members have competed in 2026 FFA Sporting Clays competitions this fall. The Junior FFA team consisting of Trigger Hampton, Kort Roberts, Creed Patterson and Kolt Wessels placed 2nd High Team at Laverne, Balko and the Northwest Area Shoot in Fort Supply. They qualified for the State Sporting Clays competition, which will be held on Nov. 18 at the Oklahoma City Gun Club in...

  18. Alva Review-Courier8 hours ago

    Aubree Hughes wins Grand Champion market wether goat at Tulsa State Fair

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  19. KTUL11 hours ago

    Tulsa's News Pulse Toy Drive 2026

    Tulsa’s News Pulse and Fox 23 have partnered with WeStreet Ice Center and Prosperity Bank to collect toys for families in need.Your help is needed to make sure

    Also reported byKOKI FOX 23

  20. NonDoc Media11 hours ago

    Tulsa City Council District 1: Vanessa Hall-Harper wins 6th term

    Tulsa City Council District 1 incumbent Vanessa Hall-Harper retained her seat in her election Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026.

    Also reported byTulsa Flyer

  21. Tulsa Flyer11 hours ago

    All appellate judges keep their jobs and Tulsa County seats three district judges

    Oklahoma voters choose every six years whether to re-elect appellate judges. On Tuesday, they retained four Supreme Court judges while Tulsa County voters picked three district judges.

  22. Tulsa World11 hours ago

    Photos: Mike Mazzei elected Governor of Oklahoma

    Mike Mazzei defeated Cyndi Munson and will become Oklahoma's 29th governor when he takes office.

    Also reported byKNWA FOX24

  23. KOKI FOX 2311 hours ago

    Judge declines to halt signature collection in Tulsa DA grand jury petition fight

    A citizen-led petition seeking a grand jury investigation into Tulsa County District Attorney Steve Kunzweiler will continue moving forward.

  24. Tulsa Flyer12 hours ago

    Tulsans approve hotel tax hike backed by business and tourism groups

    Tulsa voters approved a measure to raise the city’s lodging tax from 5% to 9.9%. The new revenue will pay for upgrades at BOK Center and Arvest Convention Center.

  25. Tulsa Flyer12 hours ago

    Oklahomans reject changes to property tax calculations and judicial nominating process

    The two state questions on the Nov. 3 ballot would have capped property tax valuations and changed the process for judicial nominations. Oklahomans said no.

  26. Tulsa World12 hours ago

    Hall-Harper ekes out victory in District 1 City Council race

    Longtime District 1 City Councilor Vanessa Hall-Harper defeated Corinice Wilson by 216 votes.

  27. Tulsa World12 hours ago

    Tulsa voters approve increase in hotel guest tax rate

    That collective sigh of relief you heard across the city Tuesday night came from supporters of the proposed increase in the city’s hotel guest tax rate.

  28. 2 News Oklahoma KJRH Tulsa12 hours ago

    Broken Arrow residents, Rogers County sheriff rally behind Police Chief Lance Arnold amid internal probe

    Supporters packed the Broken Arrow Nov. 3 city council meeting seeking answers as Chief Lance Arnold remains on paid administrative leave during an ongoing internal investigation.

    Also reported byBroken Arrow Sentinel

  29. News On 613 hours ago

    News On 6 at 9PM Newscast 11/03/2026

  30. Tulsa World13 hours ago

    Voters retain all statewide judges up for retention; Tulsa County decides 3 local judicial races

    Incumbents in two races for Tulsa County district judge won re-election, while voters decided a third open contest by electing a special judge over her challenger.

  31. Tulsa World13 hours ago

    T.W. Shannon poised to be Oklahoma's next lieutenant governor

    Former state House speaker among winners in down-ballot races for statewide offices.

  32. The Oklahoman13 hours ago

    See our best photos from Mike Mazzei's Election Night watch party

    Supporters of Oklahoma GOP governor candidate Mike Mazzei gathered for a watch party as election results roll in on Nov. 3. Check out our photos.

  33. Bartlesville Radio13 hours ago

    Osage County Election Results

    Osage County residents went to the polls on Tuesday with record turnout reported.

  34. Tulsa World13 hours ago

    Hern completes move to U.S. Senate with election victory

    The only real remaining question for First District Congressman Kevin Hern is when he will officially move across the U.S. Capitol rotunda.

  35. Enid News & Eagle13 hours ago

    Franklin elected to be state superintendent

    OKLAHOMA CITY — A former teacher, school district leader and CareerTech center administrator who ran on his decades of experience in education has been elected Oklahoma’s state superintendent of public

  36. Tulsa World14 hours ago

    State questions: Changes to judicial nominations, property tax cap fail to earn voter approval

    SQ 845 aimed to eliminate political party representation requirements the Oklahoma Judicial Nominating Commission, and SQ 847 proposed lowering annual caps on property assessment increases.

  37. Tulsa World14 hours ago

    For the Record: Scores, results, boxscores and linescores | Nov. 3

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  38. 2 News Oklahoma KJRH Tulsa14 hours ago

    Oklahoma voters reject two changes to state constitution

    Will Oklahoma voters approve two amendments to its constitution? State Question 845 and State Question 847 are being left up to the voters.

  39. Public Radio Tulsa15 hours ago

    2026 Election Day updates

    Public Radio Tulsa staff will post election night updates as information becomes available.

  40. KTUL16 hours ago

    Tulsa voters say schools and community leadership top priorities as polls open

    As voters across Tulsa headed to the polls Tuesday, many said they were thinking beyond the names on the ballot, focusing instead on what they hope the election

In brief

The short notes of Today in Tulsa’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • PSO ratesOklahoma Corporation Commissioners delayed a decision Tuesday on the Public Service Company of Oklahoma's request to raise rates and will meet again Thursday to consider it.

    Oklahoma Corporation Commissioners delayed a decision Tuesday on the Public Service Company of Oklahoma's request to raise rates and will meet again Thursday to consider it. "We are still working on this order," said Chair Kim David.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Tulsa Flyer

  • Roy Clark WayA street near The Church Studio now carries the name of Roy Clark, a Country Music Hall of Famer who lived in Tulsa from 1974 until 2018.

    A street near The Church Studio now carries the name of Roy Clark, a Country Music Hall of Famer who lived in Tulsa from 1974 until 2018. Hundreds turned out Tuesday, where Clark's widow Barbara gave his fiddle to musician Cody Marriott.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Tulsa Flyer, Tulsa World

  • RememberingTulsa is remembering Shagah Zakerion, a community leader and co-founder of the Tulsa Film Collective who died over the weekend after battling blood cancer.

    Tulsa is remembering Shagah Zakerion, a community leader and co-founder of the Tulsa Film Collective who died over the weekend after battling blood cancer. She previously served as executive director of TYPROS, the Tulsa Young Professionals organization.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: News On 6

  • ONE GasTulsa-based ONE Gas raised its 2026 financial guidance with its third-quarter results.

    Tulsa-based ONE Gas raised its 2026 financial guidance with its third-quarter results. CEO Robert S. McAnnally said the company expects average 2026 customer bills to remain flat to last year.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Oklahoma Energy Today

  • Mayes CountyThe National Weather Service and Emergency Management confirmed an EF1 tornado hit Mayes County on Monday night.

    The National Weather Service and Emergency Management confirmed an EF1 tornado hit Mayes County on Monday night. Its path was 500 yards wide and just over three miles long, and no injuries were reported.

    Around Oklahoma · Today’s editionSource: FourStatesHomepage.com

  • Rookie finalistsFormer Bethany standout Payton Tolle and former Yukon and OSU standout Carson Benge are finalists for MLB's Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Awards.

    Former Bethany standout Payton Tolle and former Yukon and OSU standout Carson Benge are finalists for MLB's Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Awards. Tolle is one of three AL finalists, and Benge is one of three NL finalists.

    Around Oklahoma · Today’s editionSource: News On 6

  • OU footballOklahoma fired offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle on Monday.

    Oklahoma fired offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle on Monday. The Tulsa World says more changes figure to come.

    Around Oklahoma · Today’s editionSource: Tulsa World

  • Election DayIf you haven't voted yet, polls are open today from 7 a.m.

    If you haven't voted yet, polls are open today from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and the Oklahoma Voter Portal shows your polling place and a sample ballot. Tulsa County's election board counted 26,211 early voters over four days, topping the 25,954 from the 2024 presidential election. Ronni Pierce, the board's communications director, credited two new sites, Chandler Park and O'Brien Park, for the record. The 2022 midterm drew 16,300.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSources: News On 6, Public Radio Tulsa, KTUL

  • Coffee shopsNot Your Average Joe, the coffee shops that employ and train people with disabilities, closed its Broken Arrow and Choctaw locations after its contract with the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services was not renewed.

    Not Your Average Joe, the coffee shops that employ and train people with disabilities, closed its Broken Arrow and Choctaw locations after its contract with the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services was not renewed. The nonprofit says the loss of funding forced it to furlough students statewide and lay off dozens of employees. It hopes the closures are temporary.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSources: News On 6, KOKH

  • School lunchesTulsa Public Schools will end its child nutrition contract with Aramark effective Dec.

    Tulsa Public Schools will end its child nutrition contract with Aramark effective Dec. 31. Starting Jan. 1, the district will run the program itself for the first time in almost 20 years.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: Public Radio Tulsa

  • WilliamsTulsa-based Williams reported Monday GAAP net income of $699 million, or $0.56 per diluted share, up 8% and 6% from 3Q 2025.

    Tulsa-based Williams reported Monday GAAP net income of $699 million, or $0.56 per diluted share, up 8% and 6% from 3Q 2025. Adjusted EBITDA was $2.039 billion, up 6%.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: Oklahoma Energy Today

  • Community ConversationIf you planned to attend Monday's Public Safety Community Conversation, which Mayor Nichols canceled because of the severe weather threat, Thursday's is still on.

    If you planned to attend Monday's Public Safety Community Conversation, which Mayor Nichols canceled because of the severe weather threat, Thursday's is still on. It runs from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thu., Nov. 5, in the North Meeting Room of BOK Harmony Hall at Rudisill Regional Library, 1017 N. Greenwood Ave. Tulsa Police, Fire, Emergency Management, Tulsa Animal Services and Tulsa Municipal Court will be there.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSources: News On 6, Tulsa World, KTUL