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Oklahoma City officer involved in rough arrest resigns
SUMMARY: Oklahoma City police officer Joseph Gibson has resigned following a controversial arrest of a 71-year-old man during an October traffic stop. The incident, which involved the elderly man being slammed to the ground, garnered national attention and raised community calls for accountability. Although Gibson was initially charged with assault, the Oklahoma Attorney General ultimately dropped the charges. The local Fraternal Order of Police expressed support for Gibson, while community members remain dissatisfied, feeling that resignation does not equate to accountability. Former Attorney General Mike Hunter, representing the victim, criticized Gibson’s actions, stating he should acknowledge his wrongdoing.

Oklahoma City officer involved in rough arrest resigns
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Mother and daughters share eyewitness account of murder and survival days before killer’s execution
SUMMARY: In 2005, Oklahoma mother Amber Matthews, her two daughters, and a family friend were attacked by Wendell Grissom and Jesse Floyd. Grissom shot Matthews multiple times, killing her friend and nearly killing her daughters, who survived. Grissom’s execution was delayed for years, with appeals forcing the family to relive the trauma. At his clemency hearing in 2022, Matthews’ adult daughters spoke out, detailing the horrific attack, including their mother’s sacrifice to protect them. Grissom, now 56, was denied clemency. Despite ongoing grief, the family continues healing, with Matthews’ daughters sharing their story to help others.

For the past 20 years, an Oklahoma mother and her two daughters have been healing after an armed robber murdered their family friend and tried to kill them, too.
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MAPS 4 partnering with Boys & Girls Club of Oklahoma County on new youth centers
SUMMARY: The Oklahoma City Council has approved four locations for new youth centers, partnering with the Boys & Girls Club of Oklahoma County through the MAPS 4 program. The centers, costing around $80 million in MAPS 4 funds, will cater to children aged 5 to 18, with a focus on activities like esports, 3D printing, basketball, and academic support, including STEM education. These youth centers aim to address community needs related to poverty, crime, and youth violence. The design process begins this summer, starting with Woodson Park, ensuring facilities are engaging for all age groups.

The Oklahoma City Council approved four locations for new youth centers. The City is partnering with the Boys and Girls Club of Oklahoma County to make a difference in communities.
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Wildfire chances for Friday, Sunday in Oklahoma
SUMMARY: Oklahoma is under a red flag warning for elevated wildfire risk on Friday and Sunday due to gusty winds and low humidity. Wind gusts are reaching 35-40 mph, with sustained winds at 15-25 mph. Temperature highs could reach the 70s before a cold front moves through, easing conditions later in the day. Saturday’s fire risk appears lower, but caution is still advised, particularly in northwestern Oklahoma. A chance of rain exists Saturday evening into early Sunday, primarily east of I-35, with a slight possibility of severe weather. Better rain chances are forecasted for next week, specifically Wednesday through Friday.

Wildfire chances for Friday, Sunday in Oklahoma
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