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Tulsan launches Black Wall Street Travel to connect tourists with their ancestors

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Tulsan launches Black Wall Street Travel to connect tourists with their ancestors

Sep 23, 2026 · 8:25 PM · Elliot Terrell

Regina Woods is planning trips through the African diaspora, taking travelers through Brazil, Colombia, South Africa, Ghana and Tulsa. The post Tulsan launches Black Wall Street Travel to connect tourists with their ancestors appeared first on The Oklahoma Eagle.

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10 hours, 3 prompts and $1K on the line in Tulsa short film competition

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10 hours, 3 prompts and $1K on the line in Tulsa short film competition

Sep 22, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Ismael Lele

Whoever creates the best 60-second short film within a day wins “Prompt to Premiere,” a Tulsa Tech Week competition hoping to attract more than 1,000 entries. The post 10 hours, 3 prompts and $1K on the line in Tulsa short film competition…

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How do you approach people unaware of their mental illness? Tulsa first responders are learning.

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How do you approach people unaware of their mental illness? Tulsa first responders are learning.

Sep 22, 2026 · 5:39 PM · Ginnie Graham

Dr. Xavier Amador provides training in anosognosia to first responders and social workers to better serve people who are homeless and in crisis. The post How do you approach people unaware of their mental illness? Tulsa first responders are learning. appeared first…

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A ‘very difficult’ proposal: Tulsa Public Schools spells out its plan to close or consolidate 17 school sites to save $12M

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A ‘very difficult’ proposal: Tulsa Public Schools spells out its plan to close or consolidate 17 school sites to save $12M

Sep 22, 2026 · 2:54 AM · Anna Colletto

The school board will vote on the proposal Oct. 19. The district estimates the closures, if approved, will impact nearly 5,000 students. The post A ‘very difficult’ proposal: Tulsa Public Schools spells out its plan to close or consolidate 17 school sites…

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Food desert no more: Grocery shopping returns to downtown Tulsa after a decade

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Food desert no more: Grocery shopping returns to downtown Tulsa after a decade

Sep 21, 2026 · 9:33 PM · Ismael Lele

Oasis Fresh Market has opened its doors at the ARCO Apartment in downtown, ending a food desert of more than a decade. Regular business hours will begin Sept. 28. The post Food desert no more: Grocery shopping returns to downtown Tulsa after…

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The Boxyard closed 3 months ago, but the businesses didn’t. Here’s where you can find them now.

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The Boxyard closed 3 months ago, but the businesses didn’t. Here’s where you can find them now.

Sep 21, 2026 · 10:00 AM · Ismael Lele

From new locations to hybrid operations, life after The Boxyard looks different for nearly every business that once called the shipping container plaza in the Blue Dome District home. The post The Boxyard closed 3 months ago, but the businesses didn’t. Here’s…

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Broken Arrow asks federal court to dismiss lawsuit over rejected mosque proposal

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Broken Arrow asks federal court to dismiss lawsuit over rejected mosque proposal

Sep 18, 2026 · 10:43 PM · Joe Tomlinson and Haley Samsel

Broken Arrow denies religious discrimination played a role in the vote and says councilors are immune from being sued. An expert on religious zoning law says the Islamic Society of Tulsa’s case has legs. The post Broken Arrow asks federal court to…

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As new homes go up in north Tulsa, some see progress. Others still have questions.

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As new homes go up in north Tulsa, some see progress. Others still have questions.

Sep 17, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Shaunicy Muhammad

At the People and Place Impact conference, developers emphasized how they are working with the community to bring more housing options to north Tulsa. The post As new homes go up in north Tulsa, some see progress. Others still have questions. appeared…

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For Tulsa’s homeless population, shelter options for pets are few and far between

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For Tulsa’s homeless population, shelter options for pets are few and far between

Sep 17, 2026 · 9:58 AM · By Faith Harl

Finding shelter and affordable housing that accepts pets is difficult in Tulsa. Since opening its kennel in 2024, the Tulsa Day Center has seen more folks walk through the doors. The post For Tulsa’s homeless population, shelter options for pets are few…

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Former Vernon AME pastor pleads guilty to embezzlement and tax evasion; owes more than $500,000

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Former Vernon AME pastor pleads guilty to embezzlement and tax evasion; owes more than $500,000

Sep 16, 2026 · 8:57 PM · Elliot Terrell

The U.S. attorney’s office said Rev. Keith Mayes embezzled church money to fund his gambling habit and firearm purchases. The court ordered him to repay $504,313. The post Former Vernon AME pastor pleads guilty to embezzlement and tax evasion; owes more than…

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