News from the South - Oklahoma News Feed
Stitt calls out Walters, says enough is enough
SUMMARY: Governor Stitt has replaced three members of the State Board of Education, criticizing Superintendent Ryan Walters for his handling of undocumented students. Stitt claims Walters has gone too far, creating political drama while ignoring serious educational concerns, as Oklahoma ranks low in national test scores. In a contentious political climate, both Republicans and Democrats are challenging Walters’s approach. Stitt has appointed new board members, including an attorney and emergency management director, to reform education in the state. The governor’s recent decisions have sparked backlash, with allegations of prioritizing politics over children’s well-being in schools.

Stitt calls out Walters, says enough is enough
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Norman family narrowly escapes burning home in wildfires
SUMMARY: The Davenport family narrowly escaped a wildfire that destroyed their home in Norman, Oklahoma, while they were helping neighbors fight the blaze. The flames spread quickly, forcing them to flee in minutes. Jason Davenport tried to save their dogs but was rescued by first responders. This is the second time the family has faced disaster, having survived the 2013 Moore tornado. Despite losing everything, including their home and possessions, they are grateful to be alive. The family is now focused on finding a rental and rebuilding, with their daughters starting a donation page to assist them.

Norman family narrowly escapes burning home in wildfires
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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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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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