State News
Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Wagoner
Walmart Pumps Millions into Oklahoma with 25 Store Remodels
Walmart is doubling down on its Oklahoma roots, announcing 2026 plans to remodel 25 stores statewide amid broader supply chain expansions. The retail behemoth, headquartered just across the border in Bentonville, Arkansas, eyes faster service for Sooner State shoppers. This investment promises jobs and economic ripples from Tulsa to Oklahoma City.
Tulsa Home Sales Surge to Record High in April 2026
Green Country's real estate market shattered records in April with closed sales up over 7% from last year and pending sales jumping more than 10%. Low inventory and remote workers fuel the frenzy in Tulsa, where median prices hover around $280,000 despite a shifting landscape. Buyers and sellers navigate a market teetering between boom and balance.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Devon Energy Pumps $2B into Oklahoma's Anadarko Basin Boom
Oklahoma City-based Devon Energy is pouring $2 billion into new drilling in the Anadarko Basin, targeting a surge in oil production amid a transformative merger with Coterra Energy. The expansion in Canadian, Kingfisher and Blaine counties promises jobs and economic jolt for rural Oklahoma. With rigs rolling and costs dropping, Devon eyes long-term dominance in the state's energy heartland.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Enid's Rising Star Joins OKC Thunder Training Camp Roster
The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed Enid native and college standout guard to their 2025-2026 preseason training camp roster, giving a local prospect his shot at the NBA. This move spotlights Oklahoma talent breaking into the pro ranks amid the team's championship aspirations. Fans from the Panhandle to the heartland are buzzing about the homegrown hopeful.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
OU Sooners Edge OSU Cowboys 85-76 in Final Bedlam Thriller at Paycom
In a heart-pounding finish to the historic Bedlam basketball series, the Oklahoma Sooners rallied from a nine-point deficit to defeat the Oklahoma State Cowboys 85-76 Saturday at Oklahoma City's Paycom Center. The loss snapped OSU's nine-game win streak and dropped the Cowboys to 9-1 on the season. For Sooners fans, it's their fourth straight Bedlam victory, closing the chapter on one of college hoops' fiercest rivalries.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Sooners Punch Ticket to Big 12 Semifinals with Dominant Win
Top-ranked Oklahoma defeated Texas Tech 5-2 to advance in the Big 12 softball tournament, keeping the Sooners on track for another championship run. The victory extends OU's dominance in conference play as the program continues its pursuit of another national title.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
OU Board Greenlights $50M Norman Sustainability Push
The University of Oklahoma Board of Regents has approved a landmark $50 million investment in green energy projects on its Norman campus, targeting climate change head-on. This initiative aligns with OU's refreshed strategic plan and ongoing sustainability mapping efforts. Oklahoma's flagship university is positioning itself as a leader in eco-friendly higher education.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Oklahoma RSV Cases Surge 7.7% as Flu Threatens Spike
Respiratory syncytial virus cases in Oklahoma jumped sharply last week, hitting a 7.7% positivity rate amid warnings of a brewing flu explosion. State health officials urge vaccinations for infants and seniors as schools reopen and winter respiratory season grips the state. With Oklahoma County and Tulsa seeing heightened risks, experts fear a rapid escalation.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Tulsa Police Nab Robbery Suspects in Gas Station Heists
Tulsa authorities arrested two men in separate armed robberies targeting gas stations and convenience stores, recovering stolen cash in one case. One suspect, Davion Nelson, pistol-whipped an employee during the Friday night holdup. The other, Eric Eno, is a fugitive sex offender from Iowa with a violent history.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Oklahoma Lawmakers Boost School Choice Credits to $275M Amid Hot Debate
The Oklahoma Legislature has passed House Bill 3705, raising the Parental Choice Tax Credit cap by $25 million to meet surging family demand for private school options. Gov. Kevin Stitt is poised to sign the measure, which supporters hail as empowering parents but critics decry as draining public school funds. With nearly 40,000 kids already using credits this year, the expansion targets the 2026-2027 school year.[1][2][4]
Saturday, May 2, 2026