Although it was only a select few in attendance for the July 1 party where Paul George announced that he was returning to Oklahoma City Thunder, most of the city might’ve said they were there to see George and Russell Westbrook smoke cigars and watch Nas perform. Gamble Thunder general manager Sam Presti’s trade for […]
Clay Bennett
No. 14
In early February, Dean Suzette Grillot penned an open letter to the University of Oklahoma Board of Regents, respectfully requesting they release names of the finalists for the University of Oklahoma president and provide an opportunity for university stakeholders to engage with those under consideration to lead the state’s flagship university. “We have looked forward […]
Advocacy alert
After spending nearly a year campaigning on the effects of tough-on-crime policies that have packed the state’s prisons and jails to the bursting point, largely with Oklahomans suffering from addiction and mental health problems, Oklahomans for Criminal Justice Reform (OCJR) leaders felt confident that the two ballot measures they put before state voters in the […]
Chicken-Fried News: Hero’s welcome?
Some of Oklahoma’s most influential people have banded together to form Step Up Oklahoma and fix the budget shortfall.
Cover Story: Chicken-Fried News predictions for 2018
CFN looks back on 2017 and makes predictions about what Okies will get up to in 2018.
David Boren announces his plan to retire
After 51 years of service to Oklahoma, David Boren announces his plan to retire. The college president, former U.S. senator and governor leaves behind a legacy of a true statesman.
Three community leaders receive awards from Downtown Oklahoma City, Inc.
Jim Couch, Leslie Batchelor and Mark Beffort are being recognized for their work in the development of OKC.
Chicken-Fried News: Oklahoma sardines
Oklahoma’s prison population has risen above 61,000 for the first time in almost 50 years.
Chicken-Fried News: Happy hoopsiversary
In all of the pandemonium over KD’s departure, the city forgot to celebrate its 10-year Thunderversary.
Chicken-Fried News: Affluent affair
Mary Fallin spent a ridiculous amount of money on her second inauguration.
