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• Python attacks Thai woman in her kitchen, squeezes her for 2 hours: 'It only tightened'

  20-09-2024 02:53 via kfor.com
  
  BANGKOK (AP) — A 64-year-old woman was preparing to do her evening dishes at her home outside Bangkok when she felt a sharp pain in her thigh and looked down to see a huge python taking hold of her.“I was about to scoop some water and when I sat down it bit me immediately,” Arom Arunroj told Thailand's Thairath newspaper. “When I looked I saw the snake wrapping around me.”The four-to-five-meter-long (13-to-16-foot-long) python coiled itself around her torso, squeezi
  
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• Despite relaxed ‘cut’ score, most Oklahoma students still scored below proficient on state tests

  21-09-2024 05:23 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Even though the state relaxed its grading curve this year, newly released state testing scores from the Oklahoma State Department of Education show a majority of Oklahoma students still did not meet proficient scores on tests last school year.Educators say there are a number of factors at play, including the growing number of emergency certified teachers in classrooms.The Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) officially released statewide scores for state tes
  
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• One person dead after NE Oklahoma City shooting

  21-09-2024 04:08 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Oklahoma City police are investigating a deadly shooting Friday night in Northeast Oklahoma City.
  Authorities say the shooting happened near Northeast 33rd Street and Kelley Avenue.
  No other details have been released at this time.
  This is a developing story.
  
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• Cleveland Sheriff speaks out after sudden layoffs

  21-09-2024 02:06 via kfor.com
  
  CLEVELAND COUNTY, Okla. (KFOR) - Cleveland County Sheriff Chris Amason sat down with News 4 Friday to speak out after the sudden layoffs and budget breakdown over the last year."I'm not a politician, I'm a cop, and public safety and keeping people safe is what I do," said Sheriff Amason. LOCAL NEWS: Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office K-9 dies unexpectedlyHe said last week the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office lost 25 members of its staff while also losing five spots that were expected to be
  
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• First annual Route 66 Balloon Festival taking place in Arcadia

  21-09-2024 01:37 via kfor.com
  
  ARCADIA, Okla. (KFOR) - Imagine experiencing a glorious birds eye view of one of the most famous highways in the country. We’re talking about Route 66 and you can get that view at the first annual Route 66 Balloon Festival throughout the weekend.Folks were getting ready for a ride with beautiful views at the midpoint of America’s mother road Friday morning in Arcadia. GOOD NEWS!: Warden, inmates work together to turn unused space into barbershop"Blows your mind every time and it's ju
  
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• City crews cleaning up homeless encampment near Southeast 44th

  21-09-2024 01:31 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Clean up has started at a homeless encampment that has caught the eyes of a lot of drivers.The city has started clean up under the overpass on I-35 and Southeast 44th Street. LOCAL NEWS: New Norman recycling truck catches fire due to improper disposal of batteryDale Kight passes the area almost everyday."I'm embarrassed to take anyone down there," said Kight. "It's an absolute mess."Kight's concern is the amount of homeless people living under and around the bridge,
  
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• Enid PD search for man suspected of stealing dealership vehicle

  21-09-2024 00:04 via kfor.com
  
  ENID, Okla. (KFOR) - Authorities in Enid are asking for public help in identifying a man who they say stole a vehicle from a local dealership.Police say the man (seen below) is sought for questioning about a black 2023 Acadia with 20-inch chrome wheels and no tag that he allegedly took from a dealership on Friday morning.Police seek to identify man suspected of stealing vehicle, Image courtesy Enid Police DepartmentEnid police are asking anyone with information about the man’s identity to
  
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• Should you refinance your mortgage? Here's what to consider

  21-09-2024 00:01 via kfor.com
  
  (NewsNation) — The recent decline in mortgage rates has more Americans looking to refinance, and the Federal Reserve's expected rate cuts could make refinancing even more attractive heading into 2025.In early August, refinance applications were up nearly 60% versus the same period a year earlier, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.The chance to refinance at a lower rate may be especially appealing for those who bought homes in 2023 when mortgage rates surged above 7%. Lacta
  
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• Lactaid Milk sold in 27 states recalled

  20-09-2024 23:55 via kfor.com
  
  (WHTM) — A popular milk alternative for those with dairy sensitivity and lactose intolerance is being recalled in more than two dozen states. HP Hood LLC is recalling multiple units of its 96-ounce Lactaid Milk containers because the product may contain trace amounts of almond, which is not listed on the label.Those with an allergy or sensitivity to almonds may experience a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction. No illnesses have been reported to date. GM recalling more than 449,00
  
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• FDA approves first self-administered flu vaccine

  20-09-2024 23:53 via kfor.com
  
  (The Hill) — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Friday it has approved the first flu vaccine that can be self-administered, with this version being a nasal spray as opposed to an injection.The vaccine FluMist, manufactured by MedImmune, which was acquired by AstraZeneca in 2007, was first approved by the FDA in 2003 for individuals between five and 49 years of age. Its approval has since been expanded to include children as young as two years old.With the FDA's announcement F
  
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• Drinking this much coffee each day tied to lower risk of heart, metabolic disease

  20-09-2024 23:50 via kfor.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – That first cup of coffee feels life-giving in the morning, and a new study suggests that it just may be.Research published Tuesday in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism found that drinking moderate amounts of coffee or tea was associated with a lower risk of developing cardiometabolic multimorbidity (CM).The condition consists of two or more of the following: diabetes, stroke and coronary heart disease.Lead co-author Chaofu Ke, an associate professor of epid
  
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• Columbine survivor left with $72K medical helicopter bill after insurance refuses to pay

  20-09-2024 23:44 via kfor.com
  
  WALDEN, Colo. (KDVR) — A Columbine High School shooting survivor who was left with thousands of dollars in bills from a 2020 medical helicopter flight is describing it as injustice.It’s been 25 years since the tragedy at Columbine, when 13 people — 12 students and a teacher — died after two armed teenage boys went on a killing spree at the suburban Denver school. But for survivors like Joey Blom, the trauma is daily."That’s where I got PTSD from because I was there,
  
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• Science Museum Oklahoma opens new planetarium

  20-09-2024 23:39 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - Oklahoma City is now home to the highest caliber planetarium in the country. “As Oklahomans, we don't just do it halfway. We go all in,” said  Sherry Marshall, Science Museum Oklahoma President.  GOOD NEWS!: Warden, inmates work together to turn unused space into barbershopAfter two decades of planning and two years of construction, the Loves Planetarium at Science Museum Oklahoma opened to the public on Friday. 
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• Fans and ESPN's College Gameday get ready for OU's first SEC game

  20-09-2024 23:30 via kfor.com
  
  NORMAN, Okla. (KFOR) — ESPN's College Gameday show is set up and starts at 8:00 am in the South Oval on the OU Campus. Sooner and Volunteer fans are also setting up their tailgates and campers getting ready for the OU's SEC opener."Oh, I think they're going to be really revved up," said Rece Davis, with College Gameday.
  Saturday is a big day in Norman."We've entered into a new era of OU football," said Randy Wilson, an OU fan.The Wilson family is already preparing on Friday morning, settin
  
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• WATCH: New video released after alleged carjacking leads to fiery crash, chase in NW OKC

  20-09-2024 23:06 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Oklahoma City Police have released new body cam and dash cam footage showing the moments after an alleged carjacking lead to a fiery crash in May.In the video, the car can be seen speeding through the intersection of NW 16th Street and MacArthur Boulevard before flipping over and catching fire.ORIGINAL STORY: Two arrested after alleged carjacking ends in crashOne suspect can be seen getting out of the car, quickly jumping onto the roof of a nearby carport, and climbi
  
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• Cleveland Co. Sheriff requests OSBI investigation into K-9 death

  20-09-2024 22:41 via kfor.com
  
  NORMAN, Okla. (KFOR) — The Cleveland County Sheriff's Office says Sheriff Chris Amason has requested an investigation from the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation into the death of K-9 Dolar.Cleveland County Sheriff K9 Dolar, Image courtesy Cleveland Co. Sheriff OfficeDolar was reportedly found dead inside a CCSO unit assigned to his handler during training. The deputy has been placed on administrative leave as the investigation continues. Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office K-9 die
  
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• Thousands of federal firefighters' face pay cut

  20-09-2024 22:31 via kfor.com
  
  WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - Federal firefighters could see a loss in pay, unless Congress acts soon, as the Government Accountability Office reports record breaking wildfires and total acres burned in the U.S. have doubled over the past 20 years.“Wildland firefighters are slated to receive upwards of a 40% pay cut,” said Rep. Joe Neguse (D-Colo.).Neguse’s district has seen several wildfires, and he’s fought for pay increases for federal firefighters. The Biden administration r
  
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• Stock market today: Wall Street closes its record-setting week mixed as FedEx slumps and Nike jumps

  20-09-2024 22:28 via kfor.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — A record-setting week for Wall Street closed on a quieter note Friday, as U.S. stocks drifted around the highs they hit during a worldwide rally the day before.The S&P 500 slipped 0.2% from its record, and the Nasdaq composite fell 0.4%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, meanwhile, added 38 points, or 0.1%, to its all-time high.
  FedEx dragged on the market with a drop of 15.2% after its profit and revenue for the latest quarter fell short of analysts’ expectations
  
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• GM recalling more than 449,000 SUVs, pickups. These models are impacted

  20-09-2024 22:08 via kfor.com
  
  General Motors is recalling more than 449,000 of its SUVs and pickup trucks because the electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid takes place.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Friday that the recall includes certain 2023-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESVs, 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban 1500, 2023 GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL models.The agency said
  
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• Stock market today: Wall Street closes out a record-setting week on a quiet note

  20-09-2024 22:05 via kfor.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — A record-setting week for Wall Street closed on a quieter note. U.S. stocks mostly pulled back from their highs hit during a worldwide rally the day before, even as the Dow Jones Industrial Average edged up to another record. The S&P 500 fell 0.2% Friday, but it still had its fifth winning week in the last six. The Dow eked out a gain of 0.1%. The Nasdaq composite fell 0.4%. FedEx sank after its profit and revenue for the latest quarter fell short of expectations. Nike
  
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• House awards Billie Jean King Congressional Gold Medal in history-making vote

  20-09-2024 22:04 via kfor.com
  
  (The Hill) – The House voted overwhelmingly Tuesday to award a Congressional Gold Medal to tennis legend and equal rights advocate Billie Jean King, bestowing the nation’s highest civilian honor on a female individual athlete for the first time.Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Kyrsten Sinema (I-Ariz.) introduced the bill to recognize King last September on the 50th anniversary of the tennis Hall of Famer’s 1973 victory over Bobby Riggs
  
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• Stock market today: Wall Street edges back from its records as FedEx slumps

  20-09-2024 21:03 via kfor.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — A record-setting week for Wall Street is closing on a quieter note Friday, and U.S. stocks are pulling back from their highs hit during a worldwide rally the day before.The S&P 500 was down 0.5% in late trading, though it's still on track for a fifth winning week in the last six. The Dow Jones Industrial Average shaved 71 points, or 0.2%, off its all-time high, which it likewise set the day before. The Nasdaq composite was 0.6% lower, as of 2:45 p.m. Eastern time.
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• Kentucky trooper: Argument preceded judge's courthouse shooting death

  20-09-2024 20:51 via kfor.com
  
  WHITESBURG, Ky. (WJHL) — Blue lights flashed in the background Thursday night as a Kentucky state trooper gave reporters details that state police had pieced together about a judge’s courthouse shooting death — allegedly by the county’s sheriff."We know that it was an argument between the two … but what exactly transpired prior to the shots being fired, that's still something we're trying to get answers to," Kentucky State Trooper Matt Gayheart said.District Judge
  
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• Ohio pastor who urged on Jan. 6 mob with bullhorn sentenced to prison

  20-09-2024 20:49 via kfor.com
  
  (The Hill) -- An Ohio pastor who authorities say used a bullhorn to incite the Jan. 6, 2021, mob at the U.S. Capitol was sentenced Thursday after being found guilty of multiple offenses.William Dunfee, 59, was sentenced to two and a half years in prison and three years of supervised release, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ), which added that he was ordered to pay a $10,000 fine and $2,000 restitution."His actions and the actions of others disrupted a joint session of the U.S. Congres
  
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• Country star Lainey Wilson reveals she was spit on during concert: 'There’s some mean people in the world'

  20-09-2024 20:44 via kfor.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – It’s not unheard of for concertgoers to toss flowers or even their undergarments on the stage for their favorite performer. But when someone spits at the singer? That sends a different message entirely.Country artist Lainey Wilson, the Country Music Association’s most recent recipient of the Entertainer of the Year award, revealed during a recent appearance on “Taste of Country Nights” that an attendee at one of her 2023 concerts pulled an especially gro
  
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• OKC ranks among least rude cities in the U.S., according to a 2024 survey

  20-09-2024 20:19 via kfor.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA/NEXSTAR) – When you think of America's least friendly cities, which places come to mind?A recent survey from Preply.com has revealed Miami, Florida, to be the "rudest" city in the U.S. based on responses from participants in 46 of America's largest cities. Preply.com, a language learning resource, had conducted the survey once before in 2022, though Miami wasn't among the 30 cities studied in the previous report."Lack of awareness in public, loudness in shared places, and
  
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• Stock market today: Wall Street hovers around records as FedEx slumps

  20-09-2024 20:02 via kfor.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks on Friday are hovering around the records they set the day before during a worldwide rally.The S&P 500 was 0.2% lower in afternoon trading but still on track for its fifth winning week in the last six. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 76 points, or 0.2%, after it likewise set an all-time high the day before. The Nasdaq composite was 0.3% lower, as of 1:54 p.m. Eastern time.
  FedEx dragged on the market with a drop of 13.5% after its profit and revenue
  
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• Metro Tech offers CDL Truck Driving Training classes

  20-09-2024 20:01 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - Metro Tech in Oklahoma City is boasting a new training program geared for individuals seeking to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).Metro Tech leaders say, the program is one of 14 other CareerTech entities partnering with Central Tech's Driving Training (TDT) program that continues to grow substantially statewide with a 99% placement rate.Other Headlines
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  Bureau of Land Management offers opportunity to secure wil
  
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• Bureau of Land Management offers opportunity to secure wild horses and burros

  20-09-2024 20:00 via kfor.com
  
  NORMAN, Okla. (KFOR) - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is hosting a two-day wild horse and burro purchasing or adoption event to include offering up to $1,000
  dollars to adopt an untrained animal on October 4.According to BLM, the goal of the event is provide every horse and burro a safe home with an incentive for every animal in Idabel.Previously in July 2021, BLM leaders says, steps were taken to secure animals through its Adoption Incentive Program while maintaining its management goals.
  
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• Former Poteau High School head football coach under investigation by Oklahoma State Board of Education

  20-09-2024 18:02 via kfor.com
  
  POTEAU, Okla. (KNWA/KFTA) — A sudden and surprise resignation by an Oklahoma high school football coach is now under investigation by the state's board of education.Poteau High School head football coach Greg Werner, who resigned just days before the season started, is being investigated by the Oklahoma State Board of Education.In late August, Werner suddenly quit and left the school.In the days following his departure Poteau, Public Schools Superintendent Scott Kempenich would not say why
  
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