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Fostering Oklahoma: Addressing the urgent need for more foster families

Craig Day There is a tremendous need for more foster families in Oklahoma. Right now, about 5,800 children are in our foster care system, and the state needs more than 700 additional foster families.

'Worst I've ever seen': Pawnee County couple charged with first-degree murder after 1-year-old daughter dies from methadone overdose

Chloe Abbott A 1-year-old girl died after swallowing methadone, and now her parents are charged with first-degree murder.

Federal court drops oversight of Oklahoma foster care system

Drake Johnson The federal court is dropping oversight of the state's foster care system after 13 years.

Tulsa Boys Home looking for more mentors with "Heroes of Hope" program

Jayden Brannon The Tulsa Boys Home, a residential treatment facility that has supported boys from troubled backgrounds for over a century, is launching the "Heroes of Hope" initiative to provide one-on-one mentorship and is seeking volunteers to help bring healing and hope to the 62 boys in its care.

Q&A: Volunteers with Tulsa Lawyers for Children making a difference in children's lives

Autumn Bracey Tulsa Lawyers for Children is using National Criminal Justice Month to highlight its mission of providing legal representation to children in need, particularly those facing neglect, abuse, and mental health challenges in Tulsa County.

Timeline: Muskogee Co. foster parents charged with child neglect after girl left in freezing cold

Chloe Abbott The Muskogee County DA charges two foster parents, Andrew and Kaytlin Fultz with child neglect.

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Haskell foster parents charged with child neglect after young girl seen outside in freezing cold

Amy Slanchik The foster parents of a young Haskell girl who was caught on camera wearing just her pajamas in freezing temperatures have been charged with child neglect.

Haskell foster parents charged with child neglect after young girl seen outside in freezing cold

Amy Slanchik The foster parents of a young Haskell girl who was caught on camera wearing just her pajamas in freezing temperatures have been charged with child neglect.

Haskell girl removed from foster parents home after video shows her left outside in freezing temps

Chloe Abbott UPDATE: Attorney Don Smolen confirmed that the girl was removed from her foster parents' home in Haskell overnight. The Muskogee County DA will soon decide on whether to file charges against a girl's foster parents after she was filmed outside in freezing conditions without proper clothing.

Haskell girl removed from foster parents home after video shows her left outside in freezing temps

Dept. of Education investigating Oklahoma teacher accused of leaving foster child outside in cold weather

David Prock The Oklahoma State Department of Education is investigating a teacher after a video showed a foster child outside in freezing weather. The teacher has been placed on administrative leave as authorities gather information.

Dept. of Education investigating Oklahoma teacher accused of leaving foster child outside in cold weather

Former foster children testify against Sand Springs woman in child abuse case

Reagan Ledbetter A Sand Springs woman faces trial for child abuse, as former foster children testify about severe mistreatment, including beatings and deprivation of food.

Former foster children testify against Sand Springs woman in child abuse case

Reagan Ledbetter A Sand Springs woman faces trial for child abuse, as former foster children testify about severe mistreatment, including beatings and deprivation of food.

Okmulgee County toddler dies from fentanyl poisoning, charges filed against his mother

Kaitlyn Deggs The grandmother of a toddler who died from fentanyl poisoning is sharing his story in hopes of saving others.

Okmulgee County toddler dies from fentanyl poisoning, charges filed against his mother

Kaitlyn Deggs The grandmother of a toddler who died from fentanyl poisoning is sharing his story in hopes of saving others.

Oklahoma lawmaker proposes bill allowing kidnapping charges for DHS workers

Chloe Abbott Oklahoma Rep. Gabe Woolley proposed a bill allowing kidnapping charges against DHS workers if children aren't returned per court orders, citing accountability despite opposition regarding implications for DHS employees.

Oklahoma lawmaker proposes bill allowing kidnapping charges for DHS workers

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'Hold Them As Close As You Can:' Child Reunited With Parents After Being Found Alone At Catoosa Apartment Complex

News On 6 A Catoosa toddler is safe after slipping out of his aunt and uncle's apartment unnoticed and wandering nearly 100 yards in the early morning before being found by a neighbor who called police.

'Hold Them As Close As You Can:' Child Reunited With Parents After Being Found Alone At Catoosa Apartment Complex

Sisters Speak Out Against Abuse Allegations In Defense Of Their Foster Mom

Reagan Ledbetter Two sisters defend their adoptive mother, Kimberly Haley, charged with child abuse, claiming they never experienced mistreatment and suggesting trauma may have influenced foster children's allegations.

Sisters Speak Out Against Abuse Allegations In Defense Of Their Foster Mom

What Do We Know About Mystery Drones Flying Over New Jersey, New York And Pennsylvania?

CBS News Mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and other East Coast states have prompted an outcry from officials seeking answers about the flying objects, some of which have been spotted near military installations.

What Do We Know About Mystery Drones Flying Over New Jersey, New York And Pennsylvania?

Oklahoma Nonprofit Partners With DHS To Provide Holiday Gifts For Foster Kids

Craig Day The Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy is seeking donations to help provide $150 gift cards for foster parents to buy holiday gifts for children in state custody before the Dec. 22 deadline.

Oklahoma Nonprofit Partners With DHS To Provide Holiday Gifts For Foster Kids

Oklahoma's Own In Focus: Hackers Targeting SNAP Benefits, Leaving Families in Financial Bind. Here's How To Protect Your Info

Erin Conrad Jessica Shaw, a Tulsa mom, relies on SNAP to feed her two daughters. But when her benefits card was hacked, she was left with nothing—just weeks before Christmas. SNAP theft is affecting families across Oklahoma and the U.S., costing taxpayers millions and leaving families scrambling for help. Here's how you can protect your benefits:

Oklahoma's Own In Focus: Hackers Targeting SNAP Benefits, Leaving Families in Financial Bind. Here's How To Protect Your Info

Oklahoma Faces Foster Care Shortage As 6,000 Kids Await Homes For The Holidays

Chinh Doan Oklahoma reports 6,000 children in foster care this holiday season and the pressing need for more foster families. Initiatives like Holiday Hope and Fostering Connections aim to support these families and improve children's lives.

Oklahoma Faces Foster Care Shortage As 6,000 Kids Await Homes For The Holidays

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FSU mass shooting kills 2 people, injures 6; suspect in custody

36-year-old man dies after head-on crash in Mayes County

Drake Johnson A 36-year-old man from Adair died at the hospital two days after a crash in Mayes County, authorities say.

36-year-old man dies after head-on crash in Mayes County

Drake Johnson A 36-year-old man from Adair died at the hospital two days after a crash in Mayes County, authorities say.

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Officials investigate possible measles case at Comanche County Hospital

Destini Pittman A possible case of measles at Comanche County Memorial Hospital is under investigation by the Oklahoma State Department of Health.

FSU mass shooting kills 2 people, injures 6; suspect in custody

36-year-old man dies after head-on crash in Mayes County

Drake Johnson A 36-year-old man from Adair died at the hospital two days after a crash in Mayes County, authorities say.

Rogers State University breaks ground on indoor practice facility

Seth Becker Rogers State University in Claremore breaks ground on a new indoor practice facility. The 10,000+ sq ft space will be used by baseball, softball, and golf teams.

OKC National Memorial & Museum 2025 Remembrance Ceremony moved indoors due to weather

Anna Denison The Remembrance Ceremony honoring 30 years since the Oklahoma City bombing has been moved indoors due to weather concerns on Saturday, according to the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum.

Afghan national pleads guilty to obtaining firearms in connection with Oklahoma election day terror plot

Victor Pozadas A teen who was charged in an Oklahoma election day terror plot has pleaded guilty to receiving rifles and ammunition. Abdullah Haji Zada and his alleged co-consirator, Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, were planning the attack on behalf of ISIS, investigators said.

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