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Deadly beginning to 2009

This year has started off on a murderous note. Last January, Tulsa had one murder. By the 15th of this January, we'd already had four. What do we need to do to prove that to them other than send them away to prison for 40 years after the deed is done? More>>

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More killers going free than ever before

Why DNA isn't the end-all, be-all of solving homicides. More>>

Beware of Techno Scrooges

How to prevent your technology from being hijacked. More>>

Protect Your Purse

Don't get complacent about watching your purse. More>>

HeadlinesMore>>
Scrap Stranger Danger
Scrap Stranger Danger
Stranger danger doesn't work, but, there is something that does.More >>
I know it's a delicate balance between educating a child and scaring them, but I think scenario training gives children information, and information can be very empowering.More >>
Officers are affected by what they see
Officers are affected by what they see
Citizens don't always think about how officers are affected by tramatic events.More >>
I did a story this week that surprised me. And, I have to say, after more than 16 years covering crime, that doesn't happen very often.More >>
Good Samaritans be careful
Good Samaritans be careful
Good Samaritans put themsevles at risk.More >>
Good samaritans make for wonderful stories, but make me nervous. They offer me a rare chance to do a positive, uplifting story on a beat that can otherwise be a downer.More >>
The Dangers of Meth
The Dangers of Meth
Meth and it's unrelenting grip.More >>
I can't tell you the number of families destroyed by this drug, the number of grandparents now raising their grandchildren because it, the number of people who've lost jobs, children and health, yet can't give it up.More >>
Families Fighting Killers Up for Parole
Families Fighting Killers Up for Parole
Murder victims family suffer during killer's parole process.More >>
Two stories recently reminded me of how hard it is on the families of murder victims, long after the case has been settled in court.More >>
What the violence in Tulsa really means
What the violence in Tulsa really means
Getting to the root of Tulsa's violence.More >>
Tulsa recently had a double homicide of two young men in North Tulsa. It's especially bad because both were teenagers and it happened in broad daylight.More >>
Most Innocent Victims
Most Innocent Victims
When children become victims through no fault of their own.More >>
I cover crimes all the time where I just want to wrap my arms around the victims and take away all the pain, but, of course, it's never that easy or simple.More >>
Operation Falcon Ride-Along
Operation Falcon Ride-Along
We join U.S. Marshals for Operation Falcon.More >>
Last week, I rode along with U-S Marshals, Tulsa police and other agencies who were given the job of arresting 600 criminals in Green Country. I've done this type of warrants sweep several times in the past, but, it's always an eye opener. More >>
Good Crimes News for a Change
Good Crimes News for a Change
Good news on Crime Beat!More >>
We've been inundated with crime news for so long and hearing about the increase in violent crimes, the record setting homicide rates, the armed robberies every time you turn around, that it's nice to think the tide is finally turning.More >>
Take the Time To File a Report
Take the Time To File a Report
Filing police reports is the right thing to do.More >>
I am amazed how many people I talk to who have a strange or bizarre or even criminal encounter and yet they don't call the police. Take the time to get involved, take the time to prevent future victims, take the initiative and file a police report.More >>

CrimeMore>>
Train Helps Police End Chase In Inola
Train Helps Police End Chase In Inola
A man and a woman are in custody after a police chase early Friday across Wagoner and Rogers counties.More >>
A man and a woman are in custody after a police chase early Friday across Wagoner and Rogers counties.More >>
OK Law Enforcement: Looters In Disaster Areas Will Be Caught And Prosecuted
OK Law Enforcement: Looters In Disaster Areas Will Be Caught And Prosecuted
People are really stepping up to help their fellow Oklahomans in the aftermath of the devastating tornadoes, but some thieves are taking advantage of the situation.More >>
People are really stepping up to help their fellow Oklahomans in the aftermath of the devastating tornadoes, but some thieves are taking advantage of the situation.More >>

Crime Survival GuideMore>>
Vacation Safety
Vacation Safety
Going on vacation makes us especially vulnerable because we're relaxed and thinking of fun rather than danger.More >>
Finding True Love Safely
Finding True Love Safely
Trust your intuition. If something feels off about the person, it probably is.More >>

Crime Reporter's NotebookMore>>
Lori Fullbright
Lori Fullbright
Lori Fullbright anchors News On 6 at 5 p.m. along with Craig Day and is the station's crime reporter. She joined the News on 6 team in 1992.More >>
Lori Fullbright anchors News On 6 at 5 p.m. along with Craig Day and is the station's crime reporter. She joined the News on 6 team in 1992.More >>

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