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2027 guides name top colleges in Wyoming Oklahoma New Jersey and LouisianaSports — 2dThe 2027 college guides highlight the University of Wyoming, Sheridan College and Laramie County Community College; the University of Oklahoma, University of Tulsa and Oklahoma State University; Princeton, Rutgers–New Brunswick and Stevens Institute of Technology; and Tulane, Louisiana State University and LSU Shreveport. Together, the lists span public and private institutions, from community colleges to major research universities.

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Thunder acquire Nique Clifford from Kings for two second-round picks — 2dThe Oklahoma City Thunder acquired second-year wing Nique Clifford from the Sacramento Kings for two second-round picks. Clifford had fallen out of Sacramento’s rotation, while Oklahoma City adds depth amid injuries to several key players.

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Derek Foss Thunder needed wing depth with their injuries, and grabbing Clifford for two seconds looks like smart value.

Mike Mazzei beats Cyndi Munson in close Oklahoma governor race — 2dRepublican Mike Mazzei won Oklahoma’s governor’s race over Democrat Cyndi Munson by about six percentage points, a notably narrow margin for a non-incumbent. Republicans also retained the state’s congressional delegation and U.S. Senate seat, while Democrats made gains in the Legislature, including flipping six state House seats.

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Pastor sexually assaulted and trafficked women and children of Oklahoma church, report says2 sources — 3d

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Elena Vasquez Oklahoma authorities need to make sure every victim gets real support after what this man did to them.

Tulsa Schools SUV Crashes Into Semi on Turner Turnpike, Killing StudentAuto — 1dA crash involving a Tulsa Public Schools SUV and a semi-truck on the Turner Turnpike near Chandler, Oklahoma, killed one student and left at least six others critically injured. Eastbound lanes were closed as authorities investigated; the cause has not been reported.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Oklahoma Football Finale Caps Packed Weekend of College and Pro SportsSports — 5dWeekend sports lineups span Oklahoma high school football and basketball, a pivotal Seahawks game and a busy college football slate, plus SMU matchups across several sports and Alaska college basketball, swimming, volleyball and hockey. The previews highlight key contests and season milestones, including playoff-deciding games in Oklahoma and SMU’s inaugural men’s lacrosse season.

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Viral right-wing meme mocks Democrats over Oklahoma recount demandPolitics — 4dMeme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Oklahoma Pastor Gets 30-Year Sentence for TraffickingWorld — 4dOklahoma pastor Elmer Baca Flores was sentenced to 30 years in prison after being convicted of human trafficking, sexual battery and crimes involving minors. Authorities said he used threats—including claims of MS-13 ties—and his religious authority to force church members to work without pay and sexually abuse victims.

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Oklahoma Pulls Away After Halftime to Claim First Win — 4dOklahoma earned its first win of the season, beating Mississippi Valley State 84-57 behind B.J. Edwards’ 18 points and Derrion Reid’s 17. Xzayvier Brown returned from injury to add seven assists as the Sooners forced 17 turnovers, though they still showed lapses in ball security and rebounding.

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Oklahoma Beats Florida 23-7Sports — 4dOklahoma State visits Kansas State as the Cowboys look to rebound from a close loss to Iowa State and continue powering one of college football’s top offenses. Kansas State, amid a four-game quarterback shuffle with starter Avery Johnson sidelined, will start Blake Barnett and try to slow the Cowboys while ending a stretch of poor results.

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Oklahoma State and Michigan State hand Kansas State and Michigan lopsided lossesSports — 3dBemidji State beat No. 17 Minnesota Duluth 44-26, Oklahoma State routed Kansas State 66-28, and No. 23 Grand Valley State defeated Northern Michigan 61-14; California (Pa.) also built a 27-0 lead over Gannon before the Golden Knights scored late. Michigan and Michigan State faced off in a rivalry game, with the Spartans missing their top three running backs and both teams led by first-year head coaches.

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Maya Lindstrom Even without their top three backs, Michigan State handled the rivalry game against Michigan with ease.

Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Oklahoma Man Charged With Mailing Powder Threat Letters Nationwide — Nov 4, 2026A 67-year-old Oklahoma man faces federal charges for allegedly mailing hundreds of threatening letters containing suspicious white powder to election officials and lawmakers across the country.

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Florida suspends starting defensive tackle for Oklahoma game — 6dFlorida suspended starting defensive tackle Jeramiah McCloud for Saturday’s game against Oklahoma for conduct detrimental to the team, with his status to be reconsidered afterward. The Gators will also be without several injured players, including starting right tackle Emeka Ugorji and linebacker Jaden Robinson, while receiver Vernell Brown III is doubtful and two others are questionable.

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Jared Kim Florida's already thin defense takes another hit with McCloud out, and the injuries to Ugorji and Robinson make this even tougher against Oklahoma.

Thunder Visit Trail Blazers Seeking to Extend Nine-Game EdgeSports — 1dThe 8-2 Oklahoma City Thunder face the 6-3 Portland Trail Blazers in a Tuesday matchup, with the Thunder having dominated recent meetings. The game opens a demanding stretch for Portland, which is looking to recover from back-to-back losses against the defending champions.

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Republican Jon Echols wins Oklahoma attorney general race — Nov 4, 2026Republican Jon Echols defeated Democrat Nick Coffey to become Oklahoma’s next attorney general, succeeding Gentner Drummond. The former state House majority floor leader has pledged to support law enforcement, protect Oklahomans’ freedoms and landowners, and apply the law equally.

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How charismatic are you, really?Quizie — QuizNot a score out of ten — the AI identifies your specific brand of charm and where it's most dangerous.

Robert Franklin wins Oklahoma superintendent racePolitics — Nov 4, 2026Republican Robert Franklin, a longtime Oklahoma educator, defeated Democrat Jennettie Marshall to become the state’s next superintendent of public schools. He campaigned on improving academic results, addressing teacher shortages and returning focus to students and educators; he supports school choice but has opposed publicly funded religious instruction in public schools.

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Nicole Hardy Improving test scores should come first now that the election is over.

African Children’s Choir plans concerts across statesLifestyle — 2dThe African Children’s Choir’s “Light Your World” tour is bringing free performances to communities in Missouri, Oklahoma and Kentucky, blending African music, gospel and dance. The tour also highlights the choir’s education and leadership programs for children from vulnerable backgrounds across Africa, supported by audience donations.

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Florida Approves Big Property Tax Cut as Relief Fails in Wyoming and OklahomaFinance — 6dVoters approved property-tax relief measures in Florida, North Carolina, Louisiana, Tennessee and Georgia, while rejecting proposals in Wyoming and Oklahoma. Florida’s new exemption for up to $250,000 of a primary home’s value is projected to reduce annual property-tax revenue by $12 billion when fully implemented, renewing debate over homeowner relief and funding for local services.

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AP projects Tedford winning Oklahoma House seatPolitics — 6dRepublican Mark Tedford won Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District race against Democrat John Croisant, becoming the first Missouri Southern State University graduate elected to Congress; he is scheduled to take office in January 2027. Tedford has emphasized an America-first economy, tax and spending reductions, border security and support for small businesses, while saying Republicans should reassess policies that contributed to their election losses.

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Florida Reinstates McCloud After One-Game Suspension — 2dFlorida reinstated defensive tackle Jeramiah McCloud after a one-game suspension for conduct detrimental to the team, with coach Jon Sumrall saying McCloud accepted responsibility and is expected to be available against Kentucky. His absence was felt in Florida’s loss to Oklahoma, particularly in the defensive line’s struggles to stop the run and get off the field on third downs.

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Allen, Barnes Out Friday; NBA Injury Updates — 6dCavaliers center Jarrett Allen left Wednesday’s loss to Oklahoma City in the first quarter with a right knee injury and was doubtful to return. He had one rebound and no points in seven minutes before Evan Mobley replaced him.

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Tennessee earns first win since Sept. 11 in 3-1 victory over OklahomaSports — Nov 1, 2026Tennessee ended its regular season with a 3-1 win over Oklahoma, its first victory since Sept. 11, as Emerson Moore scored twice and Cora Fry added a goal. The Lady Vols were already eliminated from SEC tournament contention and will await their NCAA tournament fate.

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Iowa State Upsets No. 24 Oklahoma StateSports — Nov 1, 2026Iowa State stunned No. 24 Oklahoma State, 51-49, on a walk-off field goal after a dominant offensive showing, earning Jimmy Rogers his first ranked win with the Cyclones. The thrilling Halloween victory drew praise from recruits and featured standout performances from Aiden Flora and other Iowa State playmakers.

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Klein Hands Off Kansas State Play-Calling After 66-28 Loss — 3dKansas State coach Collin Klein handed play-calling duties to offensive coordinator Sean Gleeson as the slumping Wildcats sought answers, but the change did not prevent a 66-28 loss to Oklahoma State. Klein took responsibility for the team’s poor performance as Kansas State’s defensive struggles and quarterback injuries compounded its slide.

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Derek Foss Klein taking responsibility is right but the defense and QB injuries are the real issues dragging them down.