Larger sidewalks, mediums to slow traffic, bicycle parking and dozens of new trees are coming to the Western Avenue business district following approval from the Oklahoma City council to fund a street scape project.
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Uber, Lyft have 30 days to apply for licenses
A new ordinance regulating rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft went into effect Nov. 22 and companies have 30 days to submit applications for a license to operate legally in Oklahoma City.
A couple who successfully defeated Oklahoma’s ban on same-sex marriage recently learned that they also will have legal fees paid by the county clerk’s office that fought against their effort.
A couple who successfully defeated Oklahoma’s ban on same-sex marriage recently learned that they also will have legal fees paid by the county clerk’s office that fought against their effort.
Cooper will challenge Shadid in Ward 2
James Cooper has announced his intention to run against Ed Shadid in OKC’s Ward 2 this March.
OKC Council faces challenges when regulating new technologies
Fear of potential abuse of new tech often feeds governmental and societal apprehensions of innovations, whether they be drones, self-driving cars or rideshare services.
Council moves forward on new regulations for Uber/Lyft drivers
After nearly a year of study and months of debate, an ordinance regulating Uber and Lyft drivers was approved on Tuesday.
Chicken-Fried News: Rough water ahead
Bids for a proposed whitewater facility along the Oklahoma River came into the City of Oklahoma City last month almost $20 million over the estimated $23.8 million price tag.
Lake to river bike trail two years away
A dedicated bike and walking trail connecting Lake Hefner and the Oklahoma River could be complete in less than two years.
Cover story: No easy answers in rideshare debate before city council
Uber and Lyft are in a heated debate with the city and local cab companies about proposed regulation that goes to a city council vote next week.
Talk of possible city council candidates already underway
While Election Day is still more than eight months away, some names are emerging as possible candidates.
