| 11/20 | Meth in Motels Marched out in the wee hours of the morning in handcuffs, and underwear a couple is now locked up. 12 Scams of Christmas Scam artists are not taking a break this holiday season. Tips on how to spot a scam. Defibrillator Saves Tulsa Man's Life At a Boy Scout troop meeting, Gary Buscombe went into cardiac arrest. New Home For Rescued Animals The Tulsa Humane Society opens its new center for its animals A New Set Of Armor The Tulsa County Sheriff's Office is the only law enforcement in the nation with a new crime-fighting tool. Police Bust A Meth Lab In East Tulsa Motel Police say they were investigating a stolen car when they found the lab. Man Dies In House Fire A disabled man is pronounced dead after his apartment catches on fire. Tulsa Co. Jail Inmate Escapes Custody A brief chase after an inmate gets out of his handcuffs and runs, even buys crack, before deputies catch him Fire Destroys South Tulsa Home A Tulsa family is out of their home after it was destroyed by a fire. No Safe Zone For Burglaries FOX23 Solving Problems: Abbie Alford investigates why there are only a few pockets in Tulsa without residential burglaries |
| 11/19 | Violent Offenders Getting Younger They’re not getting any older. Tulsa's most recent homicide proves it. Gas Grills Recalled Grills that were the focus of a FOX23 Solving Problems investigation recalled, over 600,000 affected Swine Flu Vaccine Available To Everyone Even so, some high-risk groups aren't getting theirs. Tulsa's Hiring Freeze Not Completely Frozen Why is the city filling jobs when it is under a hiring freeze? Study: Oklahoma Ranks 5th In Corporal Punishment National Center for Effective Discipline Oklahoma ranks 5th in Corporal Punishment of students. Fire Destroys East Tulsa Home Fire crews say a woman and her 2 kids were able to escape. Two North Tulsa Shootings, One Fatal Police are investigating two shootings in North Tulsa just blocks apart New Clinic Opens Doors To Low-Income Families Morton Health Services opens clinic in East Tulsa. Missing Dogs From Puppy Mill Found UPDATE: SPCA investigators say puppies that disappeared are now safe at SPCA shelter TPD Steps Up To Solve Cold Cases Current and retired TPD launch non-profit organization to help solve global cold cases. |
| 11/18 | Deal With Debt Collectors How to handle your debt when the collection agency comes calling. Mental Health Services Hit By Budget State budget crunch leaves mental health services with fewer dollars. Some Oklahomans Disqualified From Unemployment Insurance Rainy Day Funds Could Help Tulsa Schools With the Tulsa Public Schools district in financial turmoil, some are calling for help from the state. Police Forces Not Keeping Up With Population Growth Lots of people flocking to Tulsa's suburbs and not enough police. |
| 11/17 | Cemetery Losing Babies? Family accuses cemetery of losing two babies years after they were buried. Home Invasion In Front of Infant Within seconds a nanny, goes from house sitter, to victim as crooks knock at the door. Tulsa Homicide Suspect Arrested In Missouri, Now In Tulsa A homicide suspect is now in the Tulsa County Jail after being arrested in Missouri. DHS Makes Step Toward Improving Foster Care System While DHS is taking a step forward to improve, one foster care mother speaks out about her legal battle with DHS. Council: Police Union Breaking Law The council attorney has determined the police take-home car policy violates city ordinance. Relying On TPD's Bomb Squad The Tulsa Police Bomb Squad was called to deactivate a pipe bomb in Owasso. TPS Looking For Volunteer Substitutes TPS will no longer pay substitute teachers as the district trims another $1 million from its budget. |
| 11/16 | Inspecting School Cafeterias Just how dirty is your child's school cafeteria? Hear about some of the worst violations, and how you can check. Woman Unkowingly Infected with HIV She was ready for the world. Single, attractive, healthy, 20-years-old, and a freshman in college with a son- barely one. Foster Parents Arrested, Kids Taken To Shelter Parents locked foster teens out of the home for 3 hours, according to Owasso Police. Homicide Suspect Turns Self In Police say a man called 911 and admited killing another man in East Tulsa. Tulsa Murder Rate vs. Other Cities So far Tulsa has had 59 murders in 2009, with a 384,000 population. 1 murder for every 6,508 people. New North Tulsa Grocery Store A new store is finally coming to N. Tulsa. Health Bill Could Hike State's Costs Expansion of the state's Medicaid program could cost the state $128 million more each year. Tulsa Church Gives Congregation Unique Gift Sandusky Avenue Christian Church's Pastor Jeff Congdon gave every member of his congregation an envelope, inside a challenge. |
| 11/14 | Tulsa Gun Show: Loaded With 1st Time Buyers First time gun owners flood the Quik Trip Center purchasing firearms. Oklahoma Soldier Laid To Rest Friends, family and military members gather to remember SPC Jason Hunt. |
| 11/13 | OHP Dash Cam Video Released Excessive force investigation clears troopers. Hiring Freeze, Furloughs for Tulsa Public Schools It's a dark day for TPS, as the Superintendent announces drastic measures to curtail the district's budget crisis. Alcoholic Energy Drinks Spark Concern The FDA is investigating the safety and legality of alcoholic energy drinks from nearly 30 manufacturers. Concerns About TPS Budget Cuts Fewer teachers? Overcrowded classes? Where is the lottery money? FOX23 tackles what's next for TPS Social Media Addiction It's everywhere you turn, social networking web sites like Twitter, Linkedin, and Facebook. Charges Filed in Teen Kidnapping, Raping And Drugging Case Wagoner County DA files seven charges against a couple accused of torturing a Broken Arrow teen. |
| 11/12 | Open Window For Thieves Thieves are targeting businesses not for its product but what used to promote business. Investigating OHP A family accuses Oklahoma Highway Patrol of covering up the facts of a fatal accident to protect one of its troopers. DHS Foster Care Lawsuit The agency comes under fire for allegations of abuse. A Couple Accused Of Raping and Drugging A Teen A 13-year-old girl from Broken Arrow tells police she was held against her will and tortured Baby Dies, Mother Under Investigation The baby found in a puddle of water has died. OSSAA Upholds Booker T. Penalties The Oklahoma Secondary Schools Athletics Association upholds penalties for using ineligible players. Bartlett Aims to Tackle Budget Without Raising Taxes Tulsa's mayor-elect vows to solve the city's budget problems without raising taxes. Report Criticizes DHS' Handing Of Foster Children Oklahoma children scalded, sexually abused, whipped with a switch, all while in DHS custody, in foster homes or shelters. |
| 11/11 | Suspect's Mother Apologizes A home invasion happened in North Tulsa, near Victor and Archer, late Saturday. Cause For Alarm? Different smoke detectors detect different types of fire. FOX23 found one smoke detector that may cost you valuable time. Proud To Serve Green Country honors America's veterans Veterans Remember Ft. Hood Victims Tulsans celebrate the men and women who serve this country and take the day to also remeber the victims of the shooting at Ft. Hood. Arrest Made In Weekend Double Homicide Tulsa Police arrested Mario Wilson Tuesday night. Bartlett Elected Mayor Dewey Bartlett beat opponent Tom Adelson and independents Mark Perkins and Lawrence Kirkpatrick in Tulsa's mayoral race. |
| 11/10 | Tom Adelson Concedes Mayoral Race Senator Tom Adelson (D) will not be Tulsa's mayor Answers To Your Gas Price Questions Is ethanol good for your car? Why do prices jump on holidays? We go behind the scenes at QuikTrip to get you answers. Double Shooting In North Tulsa Leaves One Dead One scuffle and two crime scenes later, police continue working to piece together details. Mayor Taylor Votes In Mayoral Election Mayor Kathy Taylor talks to FOX23 about her term as mayor and what she would like to see the new mayor do for Tulsa. Framed For Child Porn An Associated Press investigation reveals innocent PC owners are getting framed for child porn Attack At Tanning Salon Frightens Neighbors 24-hour tanning salon once again the target for criminals. Clerk Robbed and Tied Up A tanning salon worker was robbed at knife-point in broad daylight and bound with duct tape. Police Standoff In East Tulsa Over Police say an armed robbery suspect is in custody. |
| 11/09 | KKK Growing In Tulsa Nationwide, more KKK chapters are popping up. The KKK is recruiting in Tulsa. FOX23 finds out who is joining and why. Healthcare Reform and You The number of uninsured continues to rise while the debate over healthcare reform continues. Economy Affecting Pets--Overcrowded Animal Shelters Tulsa animal shelters are overcrowded with pets, SPCA says the economy is playing a factor. Mayoral Election Tomorrow Voter turnout expected to be about 30% Gang Violence Sparks Neighborhood Safety Concerns Gangs taking over, neighbors fighting back. Broken Arrow Businesses Tagged With Graffiti Over 30 businesses in Broken Arrow get hit with graffiti. Two Shot To Death In Home Invasion Tulsa police say two men were gunned down in a home late Saturday, search for person of interest ongoing Highway 169 At 41st Back Open After Semi Hits Pedestrian Police say a man was trying to commit suicide when he stepped in front of traffic. |
| 11/07 | Neighbors React To Baby Mauled By Dog A one-year-old mauled by a pit bull is in critical condition, and neighbors aren't surprised about the attack. |
| 11/06 | Warning Signs of Workplace Violence Following the Fort Hood shooting, a look at how to spot signs that a co-worker may become violent. Toddler Mauled By Pit Bull One-year-old in critical condition after she was mauled by the family dog Police Fire Shots, Suspect Arrested Police say a man is in custody, several hours after he tried to run over officers near 93rd & Sheridan, forcing officers to fire at the car. Oklahoma Graduate Killed In Fort Hood Massacre The family of 22 year-old Jason Dean Hunt confirms he was killed when a gunman opened fire Thursday afternoon. Thieves Invade Alert Neighborhoods Construction means new traffic and criminals into a Tulsa neighborhood that's already alert |
| 11/05 | FOX23/American Red Cross Blood Drive FOX23 is teaming up with the American Red Cross for a blood drive on Friday November 6th. You can donate to help those hurt in the Fort Hood shootings. Uninsured Illegal Immigrant Drivers Illegal immigrants are driving without insurance, avoiding deportation, and costing you thousands of dollars. Ft. Hood Shootings Reaction On-base reaction to a soldier suspected of killing fellow soldiers. Flu Absentee Rates Decline Officials point to a possible decline in the number of people reporting influeza-like illness. Additional Fund For TPD Laid Off Officers Ten Four Ministries has set up a fund to help the officers laid off with immediate needs Police Prep To Protect During Holiday Shopping Season Officers will patrol parking lots on bikes during the "Safe Shopper" Program.
TPD Chief Warns Of Rooftop Burglars No helicopters could make it tougher for police to catch new criminals 37 Athletes Found Ineligible From Booker T. Student-athletes in six sports declared academically ineligible, dozens of games & matches forfeited |
| 11/04 | FOP Says 'No More' While FOP members send a strong message to mayor they also set up a fund for officers laid off. City Street Repairs Need More Funding Audit reveals city streets will not improve until the Public Works Department secures more funding. Child Mentor Also A Church Leader Arrested For Porn Affidavit explains how police were led to suspected child porn Drug Cartel Arrests Eight people were charged this week as part of Operation Coronado. Tulsa's Real Estate Market Strong The Greater Tulsa Realtors Association reports relatively stable housing numbers for September, compared to other parts of the country. No New TPD Officers Until 2011 TPD fears officer shortage in the future Tulsa Police Investigate 2 Overnight Armed Robberies Tulsa police are searching for several suspects believed to be involved in two separate armed robberies. |
| 11/03 | Update: Meth Lab, 8 Pipe Bombs Found Sheriff's deputies and the bomb squad uncover a cache of bombs and a meth lab at a north Tulsa home Felons Living In Apartments Apt. management may say "No Felons Allowed", but we found out that policy doesn't exist. TPD Officers Laid Off Get Their Badges Back 18 of the 21 officers return to the force Tulsa Teen Girl Gangs Exposed Former gang member reveals violent initiation process and more in a Fox 23 exclusive interview. Wanna Buy Cold Meds? Don't Leave Home Without This State law now requires you to have identification in order to buy certain cold products. Child Mentor Arrested On Porn Charges Broken Arrow Police: Junior Achievement President resigns after child porn arrest New Details in Grand Jury Investigation Source close to the investigation reveals more to FOX23 Millions Approved For I44 Widening Project ODOT approves $65 million for extensive construction project. |
| 11/02 | Swine Flu Safety A federal panel will look at reported side-effects associated with the H1N1 vaccine. Women in Tulsa Gangs The Tulsa Police Gang Unit is challenged with sweeping approximately 50 female gangs off the streets across Green Country. Grant Approved To Rehire 18 Tulsa Police Officers All but 3 officers laid off by the city of Tulsa last week are back on the payroll Bixby Water Bills To Increase Starting this month, Bixby water bills will increase nearly 10 percent. Man Shot & Killed Overnight In East Tulsa Tulsa Police say the gunman is still on the loose. Neighbors Find Man Dead In Street Tulsa police are looking for witnesses. |
| 11/01 | More Swine Flu Vaccinations Arrive This Week More H1N1 vaccinations arriving to Tulsa this week. Which schools are on the list. |