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Woman killed in road rage incident in North Austin
The Austin Police Department (APD) is asking for the community's help in gathering information regarding a shooting that led to a 46-year-old woman's death. The Austin Police Department (APD) is asking for the community's help in gathering information regarding a shooting that led to a 46-year-old woman's death. On Saturday, Sept. 30, around 6 p.m., officers responded to a crash in the 8500 block of N I-35 southbound service road. An automatic emergency call to 9-1-1 happened after an Apple iPhone detected a possible crash. Call takers indicated there was an open line, however, no one...…The Austin Police Department (APD) is asking for the community's help in gathering information regarding a shooting that led to a 46-year-old woman's death. The Austin Police Department (APD) is asking for the community's help in gathering information regarding a shooting that led to a 46-year-old woman's death. On Saturday, Sept. 30, around 6 p.m., officers responded to a crash in the 8500 block of N I-35 southbound service road. An automatic emergency call to 9-1-1 happened after an Apple iPhone detected a possible crash. Call takers indicated there was an open line, however, no one...WW…
Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education votes to approve resolution supporting lawsuit against State Board over charter school funding
OKLAHOMA CITY () – The Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education in support of a lawsuit filed against the State Board of Education regardingThe State Board of Education voted last week to settle a lawsuit from 2017 from the State Charter Schools Association that will give charter schools the same level of funding as public schools.State Superintendent Joy Hofmeister said last week that it is against the law.“This is unconstitutional because it is basically telling taxpayers, ‘We’re going to tax you and take your money, but you’re not going to have the kind of control of what those...…OKLAHOMA CITY () – The Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education in support of a lawsuit filed against the State Board of Education regardingThe State Board of Education voted last week to settle a lawsuit from 2017 from the State Charter Schools Association that will give charter schools the same level of funding as public schools.State Superintendent Joy Hofmeister said last week that it is against the law.“This is unconstitutional because it is basically telling taxpayers, ‘We’re going to tax you and take your money, but you’re not going to have the kind of control of what those...WW…
Political science professor, former governor discuss riot at Capitol
OKLAHOMA CITY () – A political science expert and former governor of Oklahoma are reacting to the riot at the U.S. Capitol. Harold Orndorff, associate professor of political science at Oklahoma Christian University, says what happened is unprecedented in contemporary history. “A lot of the rhetoric that we see coming from President Trump has directly led to this idea of embracing conspiracy theories in a new way,” he said. “The fact that we see this coming from the top levels of government is unique. I think on that front, we can see it kind of build towards, maybe an...…OKLAHOMA CITY () – A political science expert and former governor of Oklahoma are reacting to the riot at the U.S. Capitol. Harold Orndorff, associate professor of political science at Oklahoma Christian University, says what happened is unprecedented in contemporary history. “A lot of the rhetoric that we see coming from President Trump has directly led to this idea of embracing conspiracy theories in a new way,” he said. “The fact that we see this coming from the top levels of government is unique. I think on that front, we can see it kind of build towards, maybe an...WW…
State Health Department expected to roll out vaccination scheduling portal this week
Posted: Jan 3, 2021 / 10:05 PM CSTUpdated: Jan 4, 2021 / 07:38 AM CSTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.OKLAHOMA (KFOR) – The State Health Department is expected to roll out an online portal early this week for scheduling vaccination appointments. They are currently doing internal tests on it.The portal will allow you to schedule appointments at available clinics, find clinics across the state or in your area, and let you know about clinic updates.Once it goes live,...…Posted: Jan 3, 2021 / 10:05 PM CSTUpdated: Jan 4, 2021 / 07:38 AM CSTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.OKLAHOMA (KFOR) – The State Health Department is expected to roll out an online portal early this week for scheduling vaccination appointments. They are currently doing internal tests on it.The portal will allow you to schedule appointments at available clinics, find clinics across the state or in your area, and let you know about clinic updates.Once it goes live,...WW…
Bill would make attacks on law enforcement punishable by up to life in prison without parole
Posted: Dec 6, 2020 / 10:08 PM CSTUpdated: Dec 7, 2020 / 07:41 AM CSTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – An Oklahoma state senator says he wants to crack down on assaults on officers.State Senator Micheal Bergstrom (R-Adair) introduced a bill that would make it a felony to attack a law enforcement officer.Senate Bill 19 says anyone found guilty of assaulting an officer can be punished by up to life in prison without parole. The changes are an...…Posted: Dec 6, 2020 / 10:08 PM CSTUpdated: Dec 7, 2020 / 07:41 AM CSTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – An Oklahoma state senator says he wants to crack down on assaults on officers.State Senator Micheal Bergstrom (R-Adair) introduced a bill that would make it a felony to attack a law enforcement officer.Senate Bill 19 says anyone found guilty of assaulting an officer can be punished by up to life in prison without parole. The changes are an...WW…
Integris offered up to $25,000 signing bonus for nurses, depending on experience
Posted: Nov 30, 2020 / 06:17 PM CSTUpdated: Mar 16, 2021 / 09:51 AM CDTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.OKLAHOMA CITY () – The pandemic has put a huge strain on hospitals, so one network is offering a big incentive for nurses to apply.Integris is offering a up to a $25,000 signing bonus for registered nurses, depending on experience. This runs through December 31, 2020. According to the State Medical Association, there was already a nursing shortage in Oklahoma...…Posted: Nov 30, 2020 / 06:17 PM CSTUpdated: Mar 16, 2021 / 09:51 AM CDTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.OKLAHOMA CITY () – The pandemic has put a huge strain on hospitals, so one network is offering a big incentive for nurses to apply.Integris is offering a up to a $25,000 signing bonus for registered nurses, depending on experience. This runs through December 31, 2020. According to the State Medical Association, there was already a nursing shortage in Oklahoma...WW…
Understanding the difference between rapid antigen and PCR tests
Posted: Nov 15, 2020 / 11:47 AM CSTUpdated: Nov 16, 2020 / 07:13 AM CSTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Rapid COVID-19 tests can be more convenient, but what exactly is the different between that and a PCR test?to the FDA, a rapid antigen test detects proteins from the virus, while a PCR detects the virus’ genetic material.People can get rapid test results in 15-30 minutes, while PCR test results can take several days.“There is no perfect test. You...…Posted: Nov 15, 2020 / 11:47 AM CSTUpdated: Nov 16, 2020 / 07:13 AM CSTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Rapid COVID-19 tests can be more convenient, but what exactly is the different between that and a PCR test?to the FDA, a rapid antigen test detects proteins from the virus, while a PCR detects the virus’ genetic material.People can get rapid test results in 15-30 minutes, while PCR test results can take several days.“There is no perfect test. You...WW…
OG&E explains why people got a notification saying power wouldn’t be restored until Friday
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Many Oklahomans are upset after receiving a notification that says their power wouldn’t be restored until Friday, Nov. 6. David Kimmel, spokesperson for OG&E, says it’s a two-step notification process, with the longer timeframe being sent to everyone. People should get updated notifications with a shorter timeframe based on their location.“That first [estimated time of restoration] represented the full system wide restoration time, of the end of the day Friday,” he said. “Some customers may receive a follow up ‘my OG&E’ alert, and they should be getting...…OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Many Oklahomans are upset after receiving a notification that says their power wouldn’t be restored until Friday, Nov. 6. David Kimmel, spokesperson for OG&E, says it’s a two-step notification process, with the longer timeframe being sent to everyone. People should get updated notifications with a shorter timeframe based on their location.“That first [estimated time of restoration] represented the full system wide restoration time, of the end of the day Friday,” he said. “Some customers may receive a follow up ‘my OG&E’ alert, and they should be getting...WW…
Experts: Masks may be necessary for another year or two
Posted: Aug 15, 2020 / 06:13 PM CDTUpdated: Aug 15, 2020 / 06:14 PM CDTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Experts at OU Med say in order to slow the spread of COVID-19, wearing masks may be necessary for a while.“However, Bratzer says he’d like to see stricter policies.LATEST HEADLINESSuggest a CorrectionThanks for signing up!Watch for us in your inbox.Subscribe NowThanks for signing up!Watch for us in your inbox.Subscribe NowYour browser does not...…Posted: Aug 15, 2020 / 06:13 PM CDTUpdated: Aug 15, 2020 / 06:14 PM CDTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Experts at OU Med say in order to slow the spread of COVID-19, wearing masks may be necessary for a while.“However, Bratzer says he’d like to see stricter policies.LATEST HEADLINESSuggest a CorrectionThanks for signing up!Watch for us in your inbox.Subscribe NowThanks for signing up!Watch for us in your inbox.Subscribe NowYour browser does not...WW…
Local researchers considering study of sewage samples to trace COVID-19 infections
Posted: Jul 24, 2020 / 07:38 PM CDTUpdated: Jul 24, 2020 / 07:38 PM CDTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Local researchers are considering doing a study that would use sewage samples to possibly trace COVID-19 infections. “It can be an early warning signal that you’re seeing a greater number of infections in that particular building,” Dr. Dale Bratzler at OU said. “It’s just a way to do surveillance to figure out whether or not you’re seeing...…Posted: Jul 24, 2020 / 07:38 PM CDTUpdated: Jul 24, 2020 / 07:38 PM CDTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Local researchers are considering doing a study that would use sewage samples to possibly trace COVID-19 infections. “It can be an early warning signal that you’re seeing a greater number of infections in that particular building,” Dr. Dale Bratzler at OU said. “It’s just a way to do surveillance to figure out whether or not you’re seeing...WW…