Public Radio Tulsa

01/08/2025

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the conduit for federal funds to NPR and PBS, announced on Friday that it is beginning to wind down its operations given President Trump has signed a law clawing back $1.1 billion in funding for public broadcasting through fiscal year 2027.

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which funnels federal money to public media stations, says it's winding down operations after President Trump signed a law rescinding all funding.

01/08/2025

There's only a few spots left to sign up and test your spelling skills at the Public Radio Tulsa and Experience Tulsa's Spelling Bee! Registration ends this Sunday night, so now is the time to snag your spot below!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/public-radio-tulsa-and-experience-tulsas-spelling-bee-tickets-1450756424519?aff=oddtdtcreator

Don't feel like competing, but want in on the fun? There's plenty of spots left for attendees only, but RSVP is required!

31/07/2025

A former Oklahoma teacher has been arrested for the killing of an Arkansas couple.

Arkansas police charged a 28-year-old schoolteacher in the killing of a married couple who were hiking with their children at Devil’s Den State Park, finding him in a nearby city after a five-day search and public pleas for trailgoers to look through their photos.

31/07/2025

“When we left our country, my parents and my siblings, unfortunately, they couldn't get to the airport. So, they left behind. We left them behind,” Faqirzada said.

A Tulsa faith-based nonprofit is working to correct widespread misinformation surrounding immigration by spotlighting personal stories and factual data.

30/07/2025

State Superintendent Ryan Walters says he is being attacked by his enemies, including Gov. Kevin Stitt.

29/07/2025

The Owasso Police Department is under fire after posting, and later deleting, a promotion for a blood drive that critics say was racist and offensive.

The Owasso Police Department is under fire after posting and later deleting a promotion for a blood drive that critics say was racist and offensive.

28/07/2025

Police in Arkansas were searching Monday for a suspect in the deaths of a couple who investigators said were attacked while on a wooded walking trail with their two young daughters.

28/07/2025

Come grab some coffee and adult bevs and test your spelling skills for Public Radio Tulsa's third annual Spelling Bee with Experience Tulsa!

Join us at Fulton Street Books on Wednesday, August 6 from 5:30-7pm. The Spelling Bee is free, but reservations are required. There's only a few spots left for spellers - so RSVP now!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/public-radio-tulsa-and-experience-tulsas-spelling-bee-tickets-1450756424519?aff=oddtdtcreator

25/07/2025

We have been overwhelmed with the love and support over the last few days during this emergency fund drive. We met BOTH challenges this week, thanks to our listeners. Thank you to everyone who has -- and will continue -- to support Public Radio Tulsa and the news and programming you can't go a day without.

25/07/2025

The owner of the shuttered Vista Shadow Mountain apartments near 61st Street and Memorial Drive has proposed a renovation plan for the dilapidated complex, but nearby residents are doubtful things will pan out.

The company that owns the apartment complex is facing criminal trial due to numerous safety violations.

24/07/2025

If you're a federal student loan borrower or about to become one, your head may be spinning.

Now that President Trump has signed Republicans' massive overhaul of the federal student loan program, we explain what's set to change.

24/07/2025

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