Wellness Wednesday: Addiction In The Pandemic

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Wellness Wednesday: Addiction In The Pandemic

Wellness Wednesday: Addiction In The Pandemic

New CDC information shows that drug overdoses spiked by 45% in 2020 compared to the year before.

Michael Lacy, with Landmark Recovery of Oklahoma City, joined News 9 at 9 a.m. Wednesday to address how the pandemic is impacting recovering addicts.

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Wellness Wednesday: Addiction In The Pandemic

Wellness Wednesday: Addiction In The Pandemic

News 9 New CDC information shows that drug overdoses spiked by 45% in 2020 compared to the year before. Michael Lacy, with Landmark Recovery of Oklahoma City, joined News 9 at 9 a.m. Wednesday to address how the pandemic is impacting recovering addicts.

Wellness Wednesday: Addiction In The Pandemic

Wellness Wednesday: Addiction In The Pandemic

News 9 New CDC information shows that drug overdoses spiked by 45% in 2020 compared to the year before. Michael Lacy, with Landmark Recovery of Oklahoma City, joined News 9 at 9 a.m. Wednesday to address how the pandemic is impacting recovering addicts.

Suspect Search Continues After Deadly Shooting At Wheeler Park

Suspect Search Continues After Deadly Shooting At Wheeler Park

Caleb Califano Oklahoma City Police are searching for the suspect in a deadly shooting that took place late Thursday at Wheeler park near Interstate 40 and Western Avenue.

Suspect Search Continues After Deadly Shooting At Wheeler Park

Suspect Search Continues After Deadly Shooting At Wheeler Park

Caleb Califano Oklahoma City Police are searching for the suspect in a deadly shooting that took place late Thursday at Wheeler park near Interstate 40 and Western Avenue.

Oklahoma County Detention Center Holds Job Fair To Fill Several Positions

Oklahoma County Detention Center Holds Job Fair To Fill Several Positions

Anjelicia Bruton After an audit revealed numerous issues at the Oklahoma County Detention Center, applicants still appeared Thursday in search of a job.

Oklahoma County Detention Center Holds Job Fair To Fill Several Positions

Oklahoma County Detention Center Holds Job Fair To Fill Several Positions

Anjelicia Bruton After an audit revealed numerous issues at the Oklahoma County Detention Center, applicants still appeared Thursday in search of a job.

Teen Decorates Jeep To Honor Dad, Bring Awareness To Suicide Prevention

Teen Decorates Jeep To Honor Dad, Bring Awareness To Suicide Prevention

News 9 An Oklahoma City teenager traveled to the Robber's Cave Family Jeep Invasion in Latimer County recently to spread awareness for suicide prevention.

Teen Decorates Jeep To Honor Dad, Bring Awareness To Suicide Prevention

Teen Decorates Jeep To Honor Dad, Bring Awareness To Suicide Prevention

News 9 An Oklahoma City teenager traveled to the Robber's Cave Family Jeep Invasion in Latimer County recently to spread awareness for suicide prevention.

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Wellness Wednesday: Addiction In The Pandemic

Wellness Wednesday: Addiction In The Pandemic

News 9 New CDC information shows that drug overdoses spiked by 45% in 2020 compared to the year before. Michael Lacy, with Landmark Recovery of Oklahoma City, joined News 9 at 9 a.m. Wednesday to address how the pandemic is impacting recovering addicts.

Suspect Search Continues After Deadly Shooting At Wheeler Park

Suspect Search Continues After Deadly Shooting At Wheeler Park

Caleb Califano Oklahoma City Police are searching for the suspect in a deadly shooting that took place late Thursday at Wheeler park near Interstate 40 and Western Avenue.

Oklahoma County Detention Center Holds Job Fair To Fill Several Positions

Oklahoma County Detention Center Holds Job Fair To Fill Several Positions

Anjelicia Bruton After an audit revealed numerous issues at the Oklahoma County Detention Center, applicants still appeared Thursday in search of a job.

Teen Decorates Jeep To Honor Dad, Bring Awareness To Suicide Prevention

Teen Decorates Jeep To Honor Dad, Bring Awareness To Suicide Prevention

News 9 An Oklahoma City teenager traveled to the Robber's Cave Family Jeep Invasion in Latimer County recently to spread awareness for suicide prevention.

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Ask Sassy: In Season Produce

News 9 Sassy Mama joined News 9 at 9 a.m. Thursday to share how to know what kinds of produce are in season.

WATCH: The Power Of 100 OKC

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News 9 Callie McKinzie and Nikki Griffin, the co-founders of "The Power of 100 OKC" joined News 9 at 9 a.m. Thursday to talk about their organization.

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Silver Alert Canceled For Missing McCurtain County Man

Silver Alert Canceled For Missing McCurtain County Man

News On 6 The McCurtain County Sheriff's office has issued a silver alert for a missing 82-year-old Lyle Gran. Gran was wearing black sweatpants and a shirt, driving a white Ford F250 with a license plate number BPD439. According to Gran's wife, he also has a Dachshund with him.

Silver Alert Canceled For Missing McCurtain County Man

Silver Alert Canceled For Missing McCurtain County Man

News On 6 The McCurtain County Sheriff's office has issued a silver alert for a missing 82-year-old Lyle Gran. Gran was wearing black sweatpants and a shirt, driving a white Ford F250 with a license plate number BPD439. According to Gran's wife, he also has a Dachshund with him.

Tulsa Police: Man Dies After Fall At Downtown Construction Site

Tulsa Police: Man Dies After Fall At Downtown Construction Site

News On 6 Tulsa police have confirmed that a man has died after a fall at a downtown Tulsa construction site near Cameron and Detroit on Friday morning. According to police, a worker, who was not wearing a safety harness, fell about five stories through a hole on the site.

Tulsa Police: Man Dies After Fall At Downtown Construction Site

Tulsa Police: Man Dies After Fall At Downtown Construction Site

News On 6 Tulsa police have confirmed that a man has died after a fall at a downtown Tulsa construction site near Cameron and Detroit on Friday morning. According to police, a worker, who was not wearing a safety harness, fell about five stories through a hole on the site.

Toyota Recalls Venza SUVs To Fix Air Bag Wiring Problem

Toyota Recalls Venza SUVs To Fix Air Bag Wiring Problem

Associated Press DETROIT (AP) — Toyota is recalling about 373,000 Venza SUVs worldwide because a wiring problem can stop the side air bags from inflating in a crash. The recall covers Venzas from the 2009 through 2015 model years, including nearly 280,000 in the U.S. Documents posted Thursday by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration say wires to the air bag sensor in the driver’s side door can become damaged with regular use. That could stop the side and curtain air bags from deploying when nee

Toyota Recalls Venza SUVs To Fix Air Bag Wiring Problem

Toyota Recalls Venza SUVs To Fix Air Bag Wiring Problem

Associated Press DETROIT (AP) — Toyota is recalling about 373,000 Venza SUVs worldwide because a wiring problem can stop the side air bags from inflating in a crash. The recall covers Venzas from the 2009 through 2015 model years, including nearly 280,000 in the U.S. Documents posted Thursday by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration say wires to the air bag sensor in the driver’s side door can become damaged with regular use. That could stop the side and curtain air bags from deploying when nee

Chicago Officials Release Videos Of Police Shooting That Killed 13-Year-Old Adam Toledo

Chicago Officials Release Videos Of Police Shooting That Killed 13-Year-Old Adam Toledo

CBS News A police oversight agency on Thursday released video of a Chicago police officer fatally shooting 13-year-old Adam Toledo last month. Mayor Lori Lightfoot called for calm as the city braces for protests throughout the night. Video shows an officer exiting his vehicle and chasing Toledo, who is running down an alley. When the officer catches up to the teen, he orders him to raise his hands and yells, "Drop it, drop it." The officer fires a single shot to Toledo's chest as the teen raises his hand

Chicago Officials Release Videos Of Police Shooting That Killed 13-Year-Old Adam Toledo

Chicago Officials Release Videos Of Police Shooting That Killed 13-Year-Old Adam Toledo

CBS News A police oversight agency on Thursday released video of a Chicago police officer fatally shooting 13-year-old Adam Toledo last month. Mayor Lori Lightfoot called for calm as the city braces for protests throughout the night. Video shows an officer exiting his vehicle and chasing Toledo, who is running down an alley. When the officer catches up to the teen, he orders him to raise his hands and yells, "Drop it, drop it." The officer fires a single shot to Toledo's chest as the teen raises his hand

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Silver Alert Canceled For Missing McCurtain County Man

Silver Alert Canceled For Missing McCurtain County Man

News On 6 The McCurtain County Sheriff's office has issued a silver alert for a missing 82-year-old Lyle Gran. Gran was wearing black sweatpants and a shirt, driving a white Ford F250 with a license plate number BPD439. According to Gran's wife, he also has a Dachshund with him.

Tulsa Police: Man Dies After Fall At Downtown Construction Site

Tulsa Police: Man Dies After Fall At Downtown Construction Site

News On 6 Tulsa police have confirmed that a man has died after a fall at a downtown Tulsa construction site near Cameron and Detroit on Friday morning. According to police, a worker, who was not wearing a safety harness, fell about five stories through a hole on the site.

Toyota Recalls Venza SUVs To Fix Air Bag Wiring Problem

Toyota Recalls Venza SUVs To Fix Air Bag Wiring Problem

Associated Press DETROIT (AP) — Toyota is recalling about 373,000 Venza SUVs worldwide because a wiring problem can stop the side air bags from inflating in a crash. The recall covers Venzas from the 2009 through 2015 model years, including nearly 280,000 in the U.S. Documents posted Thursday by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration say wires to the air bag sensor in the driver’s side door can become damaged with regular use. That could stop the side and curtain air bags from deploying when nee

Chicago Officials Release Videos Of Police Shooting That Killed 13-Year-Old Adam Toledo

Chicago Officials Release Videos Of Police Shooting That Killed 13-Year-Old Adam Toledo

CBS News A police oversight agency on Thursday released video of a Chicago police officer fatally shooting 13-year-old Adam Toledo last month. Mayor Lori Lightfoot called for calm as the city braces for protests throughout the night. Video shows an officer exiting his vehicle and chasing Toledo, who is running down an alley. When the officer catches up to the teen, he orders him to raise his hands and yells, "Drop it, drop it." The officer fires a single shot to Toledo's chest as the teen raises his hand

Muscogee (Creek) Nation Hosts Community Vaccination Event In Muskogee

Muscogee (Creek) Nation Hosts Community Vaccination Event In Muskogee

Cal Day The Muscogee (Creek) Nation Department of Health is hosting a community vaccination event for anyone 18 and older on Friday. The clinic is open to anyone on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Moderna vaccine will be administered. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Creek Nation Casino in Muskogee. All you have to do is stay in your car and have an ID ready to go. You will also need proof of health insurance. The Muscogee (Creek) Nation Department of Health will be using one

Local Groups To Dedicate Historic Tree In Memory Of Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial

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