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'My heart is broken': Kris Jenner's mother, 'MJ,' dies at 91
7+ hour, 21+ min ago (255+ words) KOCO Kris Jenner's mother, Mary Jo "MJ" Shannon, has died She was 91.Jenner confirmed her mother's death in a post on Instagram Thursday Read the full statement below:"Today, we said goodbye to my beautiful Mommy MJ,â the post…...
Oklahoma autism therapy centers may close after SoonerCare payments suspended
21+ hour, 35+ min ago (421+ words) Seven autism therapy centers in Oklahoma could shut down by the end of the month, affecting 500 children and 200 employees, after SoonerCare payments were suspended due to a fraud investigation involving a former owner. Seven autism therapy centers in Oklahoma are…...
With shortfall looming, bipartisan senators unveil plan to force a Social Security vote
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (624+ words) With Social Security's looming insolvency date roughly six years away, a bipartisan group of lawmakers introduced a proposal Tuesday to grapple with one of the most consequential financial challenges facing the federal government. The Protecting Retirement Opportunities and Maintaining Income…...
Capt. Sully Sullenberger, 'Miracle on the Hudson' pilot, announces Alzheimer's diagnosis
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (307+ words) Capt. Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, who famously landed a plane in the Hudson River in 2009, said he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. The 75-year-old Sullenberger announced the news Tuesday on his website, saying the disease is in its early stages....
Oklahoma nonprofit installs flagpoles to honor veterans
4+ day, 17+ hour ago (338+ words) A nonprofit in Oklahoma is honoring veterans by installing flagpoles in their yards, with Choctaw Mayor Chad Allcox recently receiving one in recognition of his service. An Oklahoma nonprofit is honoring veterans by installing flagpoles in their front yards free…...
How to protect your skin during UV Awareness Month
6+ day, 27+ min ago (246+ words) As July highlights UV Awareness Month, a local expert offers advice on how to protect your skin from sun damage during outdoor activities. July is UV Awareness Month, and with summer in full swing, it's an important time to focus…...
Actor Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis ahead of 80th birthday
2+ week, 1+ day ago (111+ words) Actor Danny Glover has revealed that he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease years ago. Related video above: From robots to brain games, new tools in the fight against Alzheimer’s The actor, known for his roles in "Lethal Weapon" and "The…...
American Legion national commander visits Moore post to confront veteran suicide crisis
2+ week, 1+ day ago (338+ words) American Legion National Commander Dan Wiley visited Moore to meet with veterans, address veteran suicide, and encourage local celebrations for America’s 250th birthday The American Legion's national commander made a stop in the Oklahoma City metro on Tuesday ahead of America's…...
Medicare will start covering weight-loss drugs on July 1 for the first time
2+ week, 2+ day ago (1746+ words) Millions of Medicare enrollees will gain their first-ever coverage for drugs for weight loss under a temporary pilot program that launches July 1. Mary Abrahamson hopes to be one of them. The rural Washington resident was tired of carrying extra weight…...
Oklahoma County deputies search for 87-year-old woman with dementia after she wandered off
2+ week, 3+ day ago (109+ words) Deputies are searching for an 87-year-old woman with dementia who wandered away from southeast Oklahoma County Monday. Lucia Rodriguez was last seen around 2:30 p.m. >> Open the video player above for more top headlines. Lucia Rodriguez was last seen in the area…...