Author: Fiona Samson

Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Fire Department is hosting a four-week Technical Rescue Academy that brings together 27 firefighters from across the region to strengthen advanced rescue skills. Participants include firefighters from the Tulsa Fire Department, Oklahoma City Fire Department, Jenks Fire Department, Oak Cliff Fire Department, and Verdigris Fire District, many of whom also serve with Oklahoma Task Force One. The academy focuses on preparing responders for complex and high-risk incidents such as trench rescues, confined space emergencies, and structural collapses. During the first week, crews concentrated on trench rescue operations, a highly technical and time-sensitive discipline. Officials said…

Tulsa, OK – Tulsa police are asking for the public’s help to identify a woman suspected of stealing a package containing medication from a residence near 71st Street and Memorial. According to the Tulsa Police Department, the incident occurred on January 20, 2026, when a resident was expecting a delivery of medications. While the package was delivered to the home, it was allegedly taken from the porch before the victim could retrieve it. Investigators say a woman walked onto the porch, took the package, and left the area. Police have released an image of the suspect and are asking anyone…

Tulsa, OK – Members of the Tulsa Fire Department participated in the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade on Monday, joining the community in honoring Dr. King’s legacy of service, courage, and unity. Fire officials said the event served as a reminder of the values Dr. King championed, including compassion, respect, and a commitment to serving others. Those principles, the department noted, continue to guide firefighters in their daily work. The department expressed pride in standing alongside the community for a day of remembrance and reflection, celebrating a legacy that continues to inspire service and unity.

Tulsa, OK – The City of Tulsa is preparing for an extended period of extreme cold and a winter storm expected to begin late Thursday night and last through the weekend, creating potentially dangerous conditions across the area. Forecasts indicate temperatures may remain below freezing for more than 80 consecutive hours, increasing the risk of frostbite and hypothermia. A winter storm system is also expected to bring snow from Friday through early Sunday, which could lead to hazardous travel conditions. City Public Works crews are preparing for 24-hour winter operations, including roadway treatment and snow removal on main roads, bridges,…

Tulsa, OK – Lonnie Craig Fox, a repeat arson offender, was sentenced to 14 years in prison following his 2025 arrest for multiple arson incidents in downtown Tulsa. Tulsa Fire Department Arson Investigators, with assistance from the Tulsa Police Department and TFD Engine 4, linked Fox to a car fire near 200 S. Boulder and a fire at First Presbyterian Church on August 6, 2025. Surveillance footage and thorough investigative work led to his swift arrest and successful prosecution. Fox had previously been convicted of setting multiple fires inside LaFortune Tower apartments in 2016. TFD noted that arson investigators often…

Tulsa, OK – On October 28, 2025, at approximately 8:30 a.m., Tulsa Police officers responded to a call at the QT near Pine and Peoria regarding a 13-year-old who reported being followed by a man in a car. Officers initially could not locate the teen until they spotted him on the roof of the QT. The boy had climbed a ladder on the side of the building and jumped onto the awning. Two officers followed his path to the awning to speak with him and assess the situation. During the conversation, the boy made statements about self-harm. Officers worked to…

Tulsa, OK – On Sunday, officers from the Tulsa Police Gilcrease Division attended a fall festival at Sequoyah Hills Baptist Church. Despite the cool, cloudy weather, dozens of families came out to visit with officers, enjoy games, collect candy, and receive Halloween-themed balloon animals. Officers enjoyed seeing the creative costumes and thanked Sequoyah Hills Baptist Church for hosting the event, as well as everyone who attended to show their support.

Tulsa, OK – On October 26, 2025, around 8:00 a.m., officers responded to a hospital near 61st and Yale after reports of a man assaulting two medical workers. Hospital staff reported that Damon Gunn, who was intoxicated and seeking treatment for a cut above his eye, became aggressive. During the incident, Gunn punched a security officer and bit a nurse who was attempting to care for his injuries. Gunn received medical treatment and was then booked into the Tulsa County Jail on two counts of assault and battery on a medical technician or care provider. Authorities noted that this is…

Tulsa, OK – On Tuesday, Tulsa Police Officer Derek Sullins was awarded a Medal of Honor by Atoka County Sheriff Kody Simpson and received commendations and challenge coins from the Stringtown Police and Atoka Police. Officer Sullins was recognized for his act of bravery on May 30, 2025. On that day, officers from the Atoka Police Department responded to a shoplifting call at a local Walmart. After stopping the suspect vehicle, the driver sped off onto Highway 69. While fleeing, the suspects struck an Atoka County Sheriff’s unit and two civilian vehicles before crashing near Stringtown, Oklahoma. One of the…

Tulsa, OK – Tulsa Police say a driver was caught traveling 113 miles per hour in a 65 mph zone early Tuesday morning on northbound Highway 169 near 5000 North. According to officers, the vehicle—a Nissan Z—was pulled over by a Traffic Division officer after being clocked at nearly double the posted speed limit. The driver claimed he had been going the speed limit but accelerated in an attempt to get away from another vehicle following closely behind. While officers acknowledged the explanation might make sense on a closed race track, they emphasized that it does not justify excessive speeding…

Tulsa, OK – A 19-year-old man accused in a deadly February shooting in Tulsa is now in custody at the Tulsa County Jail after being extradited from Mexico. Tulsa Police confirmed that Angel Ibarra was returned to Oklahoma and booked into jail to face multiple charges stemming from a February 8, 2025, shooting that killed two teenagers and injured two others. Ibarra is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of 18-year-olds Arturo Degollado and Jett Brummett. The shooting took place at an apartment complex in east Tulsa. Two additional victims, ages 18 and 19, were also…

Tulsa, OK – A 23-year-old Tulsa woman has been charged with manslaughter and other offenses in connection with a June car crash that claimed the life of a 5-year-old boy. On the evening of June 3, 2025, around 7:40 p.m., Tulsa Police responded to a head-on collision near 4600 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Officers arrived to find that a young child had suffered critical injuries. The boy, who was a passenger in one of the vehicles, was transported to a hospital, where he died from his injuries two days later. Following a comprehensive investigation by the Gilcrease Division…

Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Fire Department along with multiple mutual aid agencies responded to several large grass fires over the past several hours. The fires, which posed significant threats to local properties and the community, required a coordinated effort from various fire departments in the region. The first fire, triggered by a semi-truck collision, and the second, caused by arcing power lines, quickly spread due to dry conditions and strong winds. The fires rapidly intensified, prompting TFD to deploy an extensive array of resources. Crews from the Catoosa Fire Department and Rolling Hills Fire Department also assisted, bringing additional…

Tulsa, OK – Mayor Nichols has issued an executive order that prioritizes housing in Tulsa, aiming to address key issues in the city’s housing market. This order lays out ambitious goals to address affordable housing, reduce blight, and ease development barriers. The primary objectives of the executive order include: – Increasing affordable housing stock by 6,000 units by 2028 – Reducing blighted properties by 60% by 2028 – Lowering the cost burden on developers to produce more housing Mayor Nichols emphasized that this effort is more than just talk. “We are sending a message to Tulsans that meeting our most…

Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Fire Department, in collaboration with the American Red Cross and BOK Center employee volunteers, launched “Project Life,” a community risk reduction program aimed at fire prevention and safety. On the launch day, teams from Engine 6, Ladder 27, Ladder 20, and Engine 15, along with the American Red Cross and 50 BOK Center employees, visited 462 homes in the Cooper and Cherokee Village neighborhoods. The teams installed 52 smoke alarms to help keep Tulsa families safe. Working smoke alarms save lives! Tulsa residents who need assistance with smoke alarms can call 918-596-9422 for help.

Tulsa, OK – A new class of paramedics has officially completed their training and is now awaiting their National Registry Testing results. This latest group of paramedics has undergone extensive preparation to ensure they’re ready to serve the community with skill and dedication. The program, which ran from May 2024 to February 2025, included over 500 hours of lectures, more than 800 hours of lab and clinical practice, and 120 hours each of anatomy and physiology and EMS internships. They also spent 60 hours with ER physicians to gain hands-on experience in high-pressure environments. A big thank you goes to…

Tulsa, OK – As part of an ongoing sewer improvement project on South Lewis Avenue between East 45th Street and East 46th Street, two-way traffic will shift from northbound lanes to southbound lanes, beginning on Thursday, Feb. 27. This project will include the installation of new 8-inch sanitary sewer pipes, sewer service upgrades, and a road reconstruction to improve infrastructure. The traffic shift is expected to remain in place through mid-March. Drivers are advised to follow posted detour routes, allow extra travel time, and use caution in the work zone.

Tulsa, OK – Officers from the Tulsa Police Riverside Division visited the Pre-K classes at Jenks East Elementary as part of the students’ lesson on community helpers. During the visit, the children asked questions, explored patrol vehicles, learned about police uniforms, and participated in fingerprinting activities. Officer Labadie, who once attended kindergarten at Jenks East, was especially excited to return to his former school. The Tulsa Police Department expressed gratitude to Jenks East Elementary for the opportunity to engage with the young students in a fun and educational setting.

Tulsa, OK – Detectives with the Tulsa Police Burglary Unit are seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect involved in a burglary on February 22, 2025, around 7:30 p.m. The incident occurred near 1800 N. Quincy Ave., where a person wearing a headlamp broke into an apartment and stole a loaded 9mm handgun and a pair of white Air Jordan shoes. The suspect initially wore a face mask but removed it during the burglary, and images captured during the incident may help in identifying him. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Tulsa Crime Stoppers at 918-596-COPS. Callers can remain…

Tulsa, OK – On February 25, 2025, around 11:30 p.m., Tulsa police responded to an injury crash near 59th and S. Lewis by QuikTrip. Witnesses reported a silver SUV driving southbound on Lewis before entering the QuikTrip parking lot, driving through the grass, and crashing into an unoccupied Dodge Charger. The vehicle continued, hitting the side of the building, traveling down the sidewalk, destroying a trash can, and finally stopping on 61st after striking the median. Officers found the driver, Sapphire Porter, on the scene with her two young children, who were in the vehicle during the incident. Porter displayed signs…