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New Oklahoma City Arena Wins Landslide Approval

New Oklahoma City Arena Wins Landslide Approval

News 9 Voters across Oklahoma City overwhelmingly approved the continuation of a 1-cent sales tax to fund a new arena for the Oklahoma City Thunder. The vote was approved by a margin of 71 percent to 29 percent on the 30th anniversary of the approval of the first MAPS project.

Buy Your Own Arena Campaign Hopes Voters Will Reject New Arena Proposal

Buy Your Own Arena Campaign Hopes Voters Will Reject New Arena Proposal

News 9 Polls opened in OKC this morning and voters will soon decide whether taxpayers should fund a near-billion-dollar arena. Nick Singer joined News 9 this morning with the campaign against the proposal.

Supporters, Opponents New Oklahoma City Arena Preview The Election

Supporters, Opponents New Oklahoma City Arena Preview The Election

Matt McCabe With less than 48 hours until the election, campaigns for and against the existing proposal for a new downtown arena which would cost $900 million are making final efforts to connect with voters.

Full Court Press: The Cautionary Tale From Seattle

Full Court Press: The Cautionary Tale From Seattle

News 9 News 9 traveled to Seattle, ahead of the OKC arena vote, to learn more about the drawbacks of losing an NBA team to another city.

'It’s Exciting To Think About The Possibilities:' New Arena Could Help Bring Big Events To OKC

'It’s Exciting To Think About The Possibilities:' New Arena Could Help Bring Big Events To OKC

News 9 In one week Oklahoma City residents will vote on whether to extend the 1 cent sales tax to fund a new arena. Some say a new concert venue could bring more events to the city.

Proposal For New OKC Arena Endorsed By Minority Chambers Of Commerce

Proposal For New OKC Arena Endorsed By Minority Chambers Of Commerce

News 9 The vote over a new OKC arena is about two weeks away. Find out what the potential economic impact could be if it's approved.

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Oklahoma City Chamber Discusses Arena Impact Ahead of Vote For New Facility

Oklahoma City Chamber Discusses Arena Impact Ahead of Vote For New Facility

News 9 The Oklahoma City Chamber is discussing the impacts of a new arena, as voters are set to decide whether to publicly fund the proposed NBA arena.

Oklahoma City Chamber Discusses Arena Impact Ahead of Vote For New Facility

Oklahoma City Chamber Discusses Arena Impact Ahead of Vote For New Facility

News 9 The Oklahoma City Chamber is discussing the impacts of a new arena, as voters are set to decide whether to publicly fund the proposed NBA arena.

Arena Poll Showing Lack Of Support Under Scrutiny

Arena Poll Showing Lack Of Support Under Scrutiny

News 9 A recent poll shows a majority of OKC voters do not support a new arena, but is there a reason for skepticism?

Arena Poll Showing Lack Of Support Under Scrutiny

Arena Poll Showing Lack Of Support Under Scrutiny

News 9 A recent poll shows a majority of OKC voters do not support a new arena, but is there a reason for skepticism?

City Council Votes To Send Arena Decision To Voters

City Council Votes To Send Arena Decision To Voters

News 9 The Oklahoma City Council voted Tuesday afternoon to give voters the December opportunity to approve a tax extension that would result in a new arena downtown.

City Council Votes To Send Arena Decision To Voters

City Council Votes To Send Arena Decision To Voters

News 9 The Oklahoma City Council voted Tuesday afternoon to give voters the December opportunity to approve a tax extension that would result in a new arena downtown.

Mayor David Holt Says He’ll Do What It Takes To Keep The Thunder In OKC

Mayor David Holt Says He’ll Do What It Takes To Keep The Thunder In OKC

Anjelicia Bruton Mayor David Holt said he's willing to do whatever it takes to keep the Thunder in Oklahoma City.

Mayor David Holt Says He’ll Do What It Takes To Keep The Thunder In OKC

Mayor David Holt Says He’ll Do What It Takes To Keep The Thunder In OKC

Anjelicia Bruton Mayor David Holt said he's willing to do whatever it takes to keep the Thunder in Oklahoma City.

OKC Cooperative Offers Glass Recycling Program In Response To Regional Changes

OKC Cooperative Offers Glass Recycling Program In Response To Regional Changes

Caleigh Bourgeois Just months after three local cities announced they would no longer accept glass in recycling, a cooperative stepped up to the task.

OKC Cooperative Offers Glass Recycling Program In Response To Regional Changes

OKC Cooperative Offers Glass Recycling Program In Response To Regional Changes

Caleigh Bourgeois Just months after three local cities announced they would no longer accept glass in recycling, a cooperative stepped up to the task.

OKCPS School Board Races To Go To Runoff

OKCPS School Board Races To Go To Runoff

All three Oklahoma City Public Schools board elections are going to a runoff, according to unofficial Oklahoma State Election Board results.

OKCPS School Board Races To Go To Runoff

OKCPS School Board Races To Go To Runoff

All three Oklahoma City Public Schools board elections are going to a runoff, according to unofficial Oklahoma State Election Board results.

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Metro Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates For Better Protections For Oklahoma Women

Metro Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates For Better Protections For Oklahoma Women

News 9 Governor Kevin Stitt vetoed a bill aimed to help domestic violence survivors across the state. However, state lawmakers had a backup plan.

Metro Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates For Better Protections For Oklahoma Women

Metro Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates For Better Protections For Oklahoma Women

News 9 Governor Kevin Stitt vetoed a bill aimed to help domestic violence survivors across the state. However, state lawmakers had a backup plan.

Severe Storms Kill At Least 4 In Houston, Cause Widespread Power Outages

Severe Storms Kill At Least 4 In Houston, Cause Widespread Power Outages

CBS News Severe thunderstorms pummeled southeastern Texas on Thursday for the second time this month, killing at least four people, blowing out windows in high-rise buildings, downing trees and knocking out power to nearly 900,000 homes and businesses in the Houston area.

Severe Storms Kill At Least 4 In Houston, Cause Widespread Power Outages

Severe Storms Kill At Least 4 In Houston, Cause Widespread Power Outages

CBS News Severe thunderstorms pummeled southeastern Texas on Thursday for the second time this month, killing at least four people, blowing out windows in high-rise buildings, downing trees and knocking out power to nearly 900,000 homes and businesses in the Houston area.

Authorities Respond To Shots Fired In NW OKC

Authorities Respond To Shots Fired In NW OKC

News 9 Authorities responded to reports of shots fired in northwest Oklahoma City Thursday evening. Oklahoma City police confirmed that a male suspect was in the area near North May Avenue and Northwest Expressway, shot several rounds, and then ran from the scene.

Authorities Respond To Shots Fired In NW OKC

Authorities Respond To Shots Fired In NW OKC

News 9 Authorities responded to reports of shots fired in northwest Oklahoma City Thursday evening. Oklahoma City police confirmed that a male suspect was in the area near North May Avenue and Northwest Expressway, shot several rounds, and then ran from the scene.

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Metro Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates For Better Protections For Oklahoma Women

Metro Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates For Better Protections For Oklahoma Women

News 9 Governor Kevin Stitt vetoed a bill aimed to help domestic violence survivors across the state. However, state lawmakers had a backup plan.

Severe Storms Kill At Least 4 In Houston, Cause Widespread Power Outages

Severe Storms Kill At Least 4 In Houston, Cause Widespread Power Outages

CBS News Severe thunderstorms pummeled southeastern Texas on Thursday for the second time this month, killing at least four people, blowing out windows in high-rise buildings, downing trees and knocking out power to nearly 900,000 homes and businesses in the Houston area.

Authorities Respond To Shots Fired In NW OKC

Authorities Respond To Shots Fired In NW OKC

News 9 Authorities responded to reports of shots fired in northwest Oklahoma City Thursday evening. Oklahoma City police confirmed that a male suspect was in the area near North May Avenue and Northwest Expressway, shot several rounds, and then ran from the scene.

MitchellTalks: Speaker McCall On 'Breaching The Barrier'

MitchellTalks: Speaker McCall On 'Breaching The Barrier'

Scott Mitchell Speaker Charles McCall tells News 9 and News On 6 political analyst Scott Mitchell that an unofficial deadline allowing the legislature to respond to gubernatorial budget vetoes has passed -- and why this so-called “breach of the barrier” is harmful to the checks and balances concept.

OKC Grandmother Receives Honorary Business Degree

OKC Grandmother Receives Honorary Business Degree

News 9 Even with severe health challenges Jordan Cowan never backed down from a challenge, and he definitely wasn’t backing down from attending college. Mrs. Wilma was there, taking notes, ultimately helping Jordan graduate with a business degree.

'Told The Kids It Was Fireworks:' Parents Worry After Gunshots Were Heard Near OKC Park

'Told The Kids It Was Fireworks:' Parents Worry After Gunshots Were Heard Near OKC Park

News 9 An Oklahoma City dad is worried after he hears gunshots during a little league baseball game at Dolese Park near Northwest 50th Street and Meridian Avenue. That dad coaches the team and thinks more needs to be done to protect everyone who uses the park.

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