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Oklahoma’s Own In Focus: What’s behind the push for cell phone-free classrooms?

Emory Bryan Oklahoma lawmakers and schools are pushing for stricter cell phone bans in classrooms, sparking debate among parents, educators, and students on how the policies impact learning and social interaction.

Your Vote Counts: Open Primaries, Survivorship Bill, And Mental Health Settlement

News On 6 As the 60th Oklahoma Legislature begins, lawmakers are diving into hot-button issues like open primaries, justice for domestic violence survivors, and a federal mental health settlement that could reshape state policy.

State Lawmakers Work To Cut Down On Virtual Learning In Oklahoma Schools

News On 6 Oklahoma lawmakers are reintroducing a bill to limit virtual learning, citing poor educational outcomes and the need for in-person instruction.

Your Vote Counts: New Legislative Leadership Targets Government Waste, Income Tax Cuts, and Business Courts

News On 6 News On 6 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts this week.

Hundreds In Tulsa Enjoy Free Breakfast Through ‘Give-A-Ham’ Challenge

News On 6 Hundreds of people in Tulsa received a free breakfast thanks to a donation from Blue and Gold Sausage Company, as part of the Oklahoma Pork Council’s annual "Give-a-Ham" challenge.

Your Vote Counts: Oklahoma State Senate New Leader, Legislature & Mental Health Lawsuit Settlement

News On 6 News On 6 political analyst Scott Mitchell is joined by Rep. Jon Echols and Jason Dunnington for Your Vote Counts.

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Election Night Reaction With Political Analyst Scott Mitchell

News On 6 Political Analyst Scott Mitchell joined News On 6 at 10 p.m. to discuss what stood out to him the most on Election Night.

Election Night Reaction With Political Analyst Scott Mitchell

News On 6 Political Analyst Scott Mitchell joined News On 6 at 10 p.m. to discuss what stood out to him the most on Election Night.

Oklahoma State Capitol Welcomes Leadership Changes As New Session Approaches In 2025

News On 6 While all eyes right now are on the presidential race, local state politics are about to see a big change. For the first time in eight years, Oklahoma will have new Senate and House leadership at the same time. Current House Speaker Charles McCall and Senate Leader Greg Treat are term-limited, meaning new faces and new ideas.

Oklahoma State Capitol Welcomes Leadership Changes As New Session Approaches In 2025

The Hot Seat: Senate Pro-Tem Designee Sen. Lonnie Paxton Joins Scott Mitchell

News On 6 Scott Mitchell is joined by Lonnie Paxton, the state Senate Pro-Tem designee from Tuttle, on the Hot Seat this Saturday.

The Hot Seat: Senate Pro-Tem Designee Sen. Lonnie Paxton Joins Scott Mitchell

News On 6 Scott Mitchell is joined by Lonnie Paxton, the state Senate Pro-Tem designee from Tuttle, on the Hot Seat this Saturday.

Oklahoma's Own In Focus: State Lawmakers File Distance Learning Bill For Schools To Regulate Virtual Learning Days

Lex Rodriguez The proposal from Edmond Republican Senator Kristen Thompson and Tuttle Republican Senator Lonnie Paxton would mandate public schools report virtual learning days within 72 hours. It would also give the state education department the power to deny a virtual day if it doesn't meet the state's criteria.

Oklahoma's Own In Focus: State Lawmakers File Distance Learning Bill For Schools To Regulate Virtual Learning Days

Oklahoma Senate Creates Bi-Partisan Committee To Address Redistricting

News On 6 The Oklahoma state senate has created a bi-partisan team to address redistricting in the state following the 2020 census. Tuttle Republican Lonnie Paxton will chair the committee with Tulsa Republican Dave Rader and Oklahoma City Democrat Michael Brooks serving as vice-chairs.

Oklahoma Senate Creates Bi-Partisan Committee To Address Redistricting

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Former Gov. Frank Keating reflects on tragedy and resilience 30 years after Oklahoma City Bombing

Brooke Cox Former Oklahoma Governor Frank Keating reflects on the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, recalling the immediate aftermath, federal support, and the resilience that defined the state's response.

Former Gov. Frank Keating reflects on tragedy and resilience 30 years after Oklahoma City Bombing

Brooke Cox Former Oklahoma Governor Frank Keating reflects on the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, recalling the immediate aftermath, federal support, and the resilience that defined the state's response.

Tulsa Easter Weekend Weather: Severe storms, heavy rain and flood threat timeline HERE

Alan Crone Tulsa area braces for severe storms, flooding and cooler temperatures through Easter Sunday. The News On 6 Weather Team has a timeline.

Tulsa Easter Weekend Weather: Severe storms, heavy rain and flood threat timeline HERE

Alan Crone Tulsa area braces for severe storms, flooding and cooler temperatures through Easter Sunday. The News On 6 Weather Team has a timeline.

Wet, stormy Easter weekend expected in Green Country

News On 6 An active weather pattern will bring multiple rounds of showers and strong to severe thunderstorms to Oklahoma from Friday night through Sunday, with threats including large hail, damaging winds, and localized flooding. Rainfall totals of 2 to 6 inches are expected, prompting a flood watch across northern Oklahoma through the weekend.

Wet, stormy Easter weekend expected in Green Country

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Former Gov. Frank Keating reflects on tragedy and resilience 30 years after Oklahoma City Bombing

Brooke Cox Former Oklahoma Governor Frank Keating reflects on the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, recalling the immediate aftermath, federal support, and the resilience that defined the state's response.

Tulsa Easter Weekend Weather: Severe storms, heavy rain and flood threat timeline HERE

Alan Crone Tulsa area braces for severe storms, flooding and cooler temperatures through Easter Sunday. The News On 6 Weather Team has a timeline.

Wet, stormy Easter weekend expected in Green Country

NBA West playoff capsules: Thunder-Grizzlies, Rockets-Warriors, Lakers-Wolves, Nuggets-Clippers

Associated Press No.1 Oklahoma City Thunder tackles No.8 Memphis in Western Conference's fierce first-round series.

Honoring the voices behind the call: Rogers County dispatcher reflects during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

MaKayla Glenn During National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, Rogers County 911 dispatcher Emilee Shields shares what it's like working behind the scenes in emergency response. For nearly a year and a half, Emilee has handled high-stress calls across 21 agencies, balancing multiple screens and split-second decisions. She says every day is unpredictable and emotionally challenging, but the job is also deeply rewarding. This week, local departments are showing appreciation with gifts.

'You're not going to handle that alone': Retired Tulsa firefighter says the OKC bombing was a defining moment in his career

Chloe Abbott A retired Tulsa firefighter says the Oklahoma City bombing was a defining moment in his career. John Stapleton says what he saw and heard at the Murrah building after the bombing is still clear in his mind.

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