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Twenty-eight Hispanic high school seniors and four community champions received awards for academic excellence and service in Tulsa. The Tomás Rivera Education Awards celebrated students who balanced stellar grades with deep community involvement.
Tulsa's bus rapid transit line has exceeded all expectations since launching in 2019, proving that fast, affordable public transit can transform a city. Now a second route is on the way. #
Tulsa just made history with the world's largest car cruise, drawing 3,596 vintage vehicles and 100,000 cheering spectators to celebrate Route 66's 100th birthday. The city didn't just break the old record—it obliterated it by more than 1,100 cars.
Tulsa is about to shatter the world record for the largest classic car parade with nearly 4,000 vintage vehicles cruising down historic Route 66 on May 30. The event celebrates the iconic highway's 100th birthday in the city where the "Father of Route 66" made it all happen.
A Tulsa woman kidnapped at age 8 in a 2014 Amber Alert case is now sharing her story of survival to help others heal. Monserrat's journey from victim to survivor shows the power of turning trauma into hope.
Rose Rock Bridge is helping energy startups solve real problems by connecting them directly with billion-dollar companies ready to test their innovations. The Tulsa program just opened applications for founders who want to turn promising tech into deployed solutions.
As Route 66 approaches its 100th birthday, Tulsa is bringing the iconic highway back to life with a brilliant solution: neon signs. Thanks to a grant program, 84 glowing signs now light up the city's 28-mile stretch, drawing tourists and giving struggling businesses a vibrant new future.
Down 1-0 in the final inning, Tulsa softball loaded the bases and watched Faith Russell deliver a clutch two-run single that sent them into the next round of the conference championship. The dramatic walk-off win kept their tournament hopes alive in stunning fashion.
A Tulsa good Samaritan bought a retired firetruck at auction and turned it into a mobile rescue vehicle, helping nearly 50 people get off the streets during dangerous winter weather. Ryan DuVal named his truck "Hope" after its last service location and is bringing that name to life one rescue at a time.
Tulsa shattered the world record for largest classic car parade Saturday with 3,596 vehicles cruising down historic Route 66, beating the previous record by over 1,100 cars. The celebration drew 100,000 spectators and car enthusiasts from 42 states and two countries.
A new 7,000-square-foot facility will finally give the John Hope Franklin Center for Reconciliation a physical home after 17 years of transforming how communities talk about race. The $10 million building will host conversations, exhibits, and educational programs that turn painful history into healing dialogue.
After 19 years of chasing the dream, Edison Preparatory School's varsity pom squad finally brought home their first national championship. The team practices 14 hours weekly while supporting school sports and competing nationally. #
Dozens of young volunteers spent their weekend removing graffiti and picking up trash at a historic Tulsa plaza as the famous highway prepares to celebrate its 100th birthday. The two-hour cleanup brought fresh energy to a beloved landmark.
Auburn defeated Tulsa 92-86 in overtime to capture its first National Invitational Tournament title in school history. The Tigers battled through six tournament games to bring home the championship trophy from Indianapolis.
Down three with seconds left, Auburn rallied to force overtime and captured the NIT championship with a thrilling 92-86 victory over Tulsa. Kevin Overton hit a game-tying three-pointer with eight seconds remaining, then sealed the win with a 40-foot shot in overtime.
Fox News' Steve Doocy is road-tripping along Route 66 to celebrate the iconic highway's 100th birthday, spotlighting the small towns and dreamers who keep America's "Mother Road" alive. His three-day journey from Tulsa to Missouri shows how this historic route still connects communities and hearts across the heartland.
An Oklahoma firefighter who pulled a critically injured 20-year-old from a mangled car 16 years ago just reunited with him. That young crash victim is now a Tulsa firefighter, crediting his rescuer for inspiring his career.
A startup taught robots to read emotions and body language by having them work around-the-clock hotel shifts alongside human staff. These socially intelligent bots now greet guests in three U.S. hotels and handled thousands of conversations at a major tech conference.
A new Oklahoma library will house 59 affordable apartments on its upper floors, creating the state's first mixed-use public library. The Owasso project solves two problems at once: outdated infrastructure and the need for more housing.
A Broken Arrow nonprofit has spent a decade rescuing the animals others won't take. BARC Rescue specializes in the toughest cases, giving abused and neglected pets a real second chance.
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