He said this year's event felt even more special “We’ve had a lot of outreach just from the neighborhood from the people here that are super thrilled and relieved that we’re here to help and spruce up the neighborhood," said Townsend The city of Owasso organized the event to gather volunteers and clean parts of their community Townsend said after the EF-1 tornado came through Just really trying to come together for the community," said Townsend 2 News previewed the event in April to help the city get more volunteers the neighborhood was taken over by an army of helping hands “Couldn’t of been done without their help… Just an extension of the good hearts that people have here," said Lynch To stay updated with the city of Owasso events, clickhere. on a road widening project along 96th Street North in Owasso The project will stretch from North 119th East Avenue to the U.S 169 overpass and is designed to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion in the busy corridor Work will include adding new through lanes along 96th Street and multiple turn lanes into businesses Crews will also widen the entrance into the Smith Farm Shopping Center and the U.S Additional improvements include the installation of new traffic signals an asphalt overlay over the entire roadway The city emphasized that all businesses along the route will remain accessible during construction The project is expected to be completed by early April 2026 Drivers are advised to expect delays and plan alternate routes when possible and general news updates from News on 6 delivered right to your inbox Owasso Police are investigating after multiple ducks and geese were shot with darts at Elm Creek Park, leaving some birds injured and others dead. A goose and a duck are now recovering at Family Animal Medicine in Owasso after being hit with darts Hospital manager Tobra Avery said at least two other birds were killed in the attacks The darts used in the incident are at least six inches long and struck the birds in the middle of their bodies Avery said the goose is expected to make a full recovery while the duck had to undergo surgery to remove the dart It is too soon to know how the duck will recover “Children have been very devastated to hear about this and see the injured animals when they've been at the pond over the last couple of days,” said Avery The attacks have upset many in the Owasso community where the ducks and geese are a familiar and beloved presence at Elm Creek Park People in Owasso are angry that several birds have been shot with darts in Elm Creek Park They hope that the person responsible is brought to justice and that these attacks stop altogether At least two of the birds struck are Canadian Geese Those birds will need to be transferred to an authorized facility to continue their treatment Owasso Police are asking for the public's help in identifying the person responsible Investigators say criminal charges are possible in the case Anyone with information is urged to call the department’s non-emergency number A native Oklahoman and Emmy-award-winning reporter Day grew up in Owasso and graduated from the University of Oklahoma Owasso Police are investigating after multiple ducks and geese were shot with darts at Elm Creek Park, leaving some birds injured and others dead. Owasso Police are investigating reports of someone using darts to harm wildlife in and around Elm Creek Park in the Elm Creek had darts sticking out of their necks and bodies They are asking for the public’s help in identifying the individual or individuals responsible it does carry a criminal penalty," said Owass PD in a Facebook post Residents are asked to be on the lookout for anyone carrying darts, a blowgun, or acting suspiciously in the area. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Owasso Police Department’s non-emergency line. David Prock is a digital content producer for Griffin Media and is a regular contributor to both News9.com and NewsOn6.com it does carry a criminal penalty,\" said Owass PD in a Facebook post Residents are asked to be on the lookout for anyone carrying darts, a blowgun, or acting suspiciously in the area. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Owasso Police Department’s non-emergency line. and general news updates from News 9 delivered right to your inbox (KTUL) — NewsChannel 8's Jaiya Brown is in Owasso taking a look at some of the storm damage residents are seeing after severe weather swept across Oklahoma Tuesday morning A tree near a home along N Cedar Street toppled over and appeared to fall on part of a house Owasso resident Michael Brown said he and his wife have lived in the home for 35 years and were inside when the tree fell his wife was in the kitchen near the window when the tree fell against it He said it doesn't appear that there is any other significant damage to the home or any leakage but they will know more once the tree is removed Brown said he is a part of the Baptist Church in Owasso and the church will help them with the cleanup process Stormy skies over Tulsa were also captured by Newschannel 8's photographer Chime in with your storm pictures at ktul.com/chimein SIGN UP FOR THE CHANNEL 8 NEWSLETTER UPDATE: The Tulsa County Sheriff's Office confirms a person driving northbound in the southbound lanes caused a head-on collision They said people in both vehicles were transported to a hospital The southbound lanes of Highway 75 are closed beginning at 96th Street North near Owasso due to a head-on crash The Tulsa County Sheriff's Office told News On 6 at the scene that deputies and OHP Troopers are working the crash and that traffic is closed no details on the collision have been released Traffic Map Traffic Map OK (KTUL) — The Owasso Police Department is looking for the suspects responsible for darting wildlife in Elm Creek Park and the surrounding area Residents are asked to be on the lookout for anyone darting waterfowl If you see anything suspicious or have information call the OPD non-emergency line at 918-272-2244 Ext 0 or the tip line at 918-272-2677 — Owasso city councilors unanimously declared a state of emergency following an EF-1 tornado hitting the city on April 2nd The city attorney explained that a declaration allows them to help citizens however they can in the coming weeks with things like suspending permitting fees for rebuilding or securing outside funding Tulsa Area Emergency Management released an updated look at damage from the storm: WATCH: Owasso declares State of Emergency after tornado: we’re gonna do the best that we can to help.” His home in the Bailey Ranch neighborhood was untouched but Fruga knows and saw many of his neighbors impacted and there aren’t any homes here that are totally devastated but the damage sort of reminded me of that.” because of all of the vehicles and support help and trucks and already beginning to remove debris and people on roofs," said Fruga “It’s just sort of a swell of support from everyone to sort of help those who are in need.” also recognized the unshakable strength and resilience of Oklahomans but a great show of compassion by our neighbors," said Barnes There was 5 guys with chainsaws here first thing in the morning really people just jumped in to try to help.” Barnes and his wife rushed into the bathroom to seek shelter He said the tornado was on top of them 5 to 10 seconds later Barnes counts himself lucky that his family home has only a mangled fence and an unsteady treehouse as real evidence of destruction "Ultimately I think there’s like a strange pride in Oklahoma where we’re like 'yeah this is where the tornadoes come,'" he said the good people do come out and really do like to help.” The council did not put an end date on their SOE stating it is too early to say how long they will need extra resources They plan to reevaluate in the weeks ahead (KTUL) — Owasso Police are looking to identify those responsible for shooting wildlife with darts around the Elm Creek area and Elm Creek Park Police ask parents to talk with their children about this unacceptable behavior Residents are asked to be on the look out for anyone darting water fowl Anyone with information is asked to call the Owasso Police non-emergency line at 918-272-2244 Ext 0 Osage SkyNews 6 pilot Dustin Stone was overhead parts of Collinsville and Owasso on April 29 after strong winds and a low-end EF-1 tornado caused damage in the morning around 7 a.m >>> EF-1 tornado touches down in Collinsville Tuesday morning The National Weather Service reported Tuesday evening just after 5 p.m that a "low-end" EF-1 tornado "uprooted several trees Osage SkyNews 6 is back better than ever, check it out: https://www.newson6.com/skynews-6-hd >>> EF-1 tornado touches down in Collinsville Tuesday morning The National Weather Service reported Tuesday evening just after 5 p.m that a \"low-end\" EF-1 tornado \"uprooted several trees Osage SkyNews 6 is back better than ever, check it out: https://www.newson6.com/skynews-6-hd OKLA (KTUL) — The Owasso Police Department executed a search warrant with the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics at a residence near 78th Street N officers and drone teams recovered sizable quantities of methamphetamine and fentanyl at the location multiple stolen and modified firearms were recovered possession of firearms while in commission of a felony and possession of narcotics with intent to distribute Reel is a member of a federally recognized tribe and will face tribal charges alongside federal charges A community garden behind an Owasso elementary school is growing more than just vegetables — it’s growing hope for neighbors in need volunteers recently gathered behind Bailey Elementary School to shovel mulch Feed local families through the Owasso Community Resources Food Pantry “We're making a difference in actual people's lives,” said Hayley Randall The garden was originally started two years ago as a Girl Scout project when Randall helped a troop install the first six beds “They took care of the garden the first year the garden has grown by about 50 percent and now includes garlic said he was inspired by the turnout for the volunteer day “You can see how many people are here helping Owasso Volunteers have also added a new feature to the garden: a rain garden that collects runoff and reduces mud said the native plants and pollinators will benefit both the environment and the gardeners and then it'll also help us not make have kind of as muddy of boots when we're out here working,” Brockman said Randall said the team selects produce with the pantry in mind “We're growing food specifically for these people with them in mind throughout the whole process or just things that they don't get donated a lot or unique things that they're not going to be able to get in a grocery store even if they wanted to,” she said so does the sense of community and purpose among the volunteers “I have learned that I used to think that my ideas were too big and that I maybe sometimes dreamed a little too big Academy Sports and Outdoors is giving a viewer a $50 gift card to help you enjoy the Oklahoma outdoors Text the word Academy to 79640 for a chance to win Tess Maune is an Oklahoma girl through and through she always dreamed of one day working as a reporter The Owasso Police Department is investigating several reports of gunshots being fired across the city late Sunday night Officers said they were first called to the area of the Casa Del Mar Apartment Complex at 86th St a vehicle with multiple bullet holes was discovered "We’d like everyone that lives at, or was parked at, the apartment complex last night to carefully check your vehicles for damage, small holes, ricochets or anything that might be of use to investigators," Owasso Police said. Police said just before those gunshot reports another 911 caller reported a shooting near the 98 Apartments behind Walmart at 100th St A third separate call reported gunshots near 76th St This was about 10 minutes after the original calls were reported a final report of gunshots was called into authorities near 12700 E between the Owasso 6th Grade Center and Mills Elementary "If you were at or in any of these locations/areas between 9:45 PM until about 10:30 PM please carefully check your vehicles or homes for any damage that could have been caused by gunfire And please check exterior cameras for any footage that could be of help to investigators," Owasso Police said \"We’d like everyone that lives at, or was parked at, the apartment complex last night to carefully check your vehicles for damage, small holes, ricochets or anything that might be of use to investigators,\" Owasso Police said. \"If you were at or in any of these locations/areas between 9:45 PM until about 10:30 PM And please check exterior cameras for any footage that could be of help to investigators,\" Owasso Police said Be among the first to get breaking news, weather, and general news updates from News on 6 delivered right to your inbox! READ MOREEF1 tornado hit Owasso area according to NWS Tulsa estimated 287 structures impactedby Alexandra Sharfman Tulsa Area Emergency Management Agency (TAEMA) finished its initial damage assessment in the northern part of the county Wednesday morning and estimated that around 287 homes or businesses were damaged by the storm Several free services are being offered to those directly affected by the storms: The City of Owasso is also warning about potential unlicensed contractors Roofing contractors are required to be registered with the State of Oklahoma Construction Industries Board OK (KOKH) — The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) has reported two more probable measles cases The OSDH said its department received notification of the cases on Friday and immediately started investigating the individuals were in public settings while contagious Potential measles exposure locations include: Anyone who visited the mentioned locations within the date and timeframes and is not vaccinated or is not sure of vaccine or immune status is encouraged to provide their name and contact information on a form so OSDH or the Tulsa Health Department can contact them people with measles are contagious four days before their rash onset and four days after the rash begins OSDH said both cases reported exposure associated with the Texas and New Mexico outbreak Their initial exposure was not from the two individuals announced on March 11 All four probable cases reportedly happened in unvaccinated individuals For more information, click here. OWASSO, Okla. — Owasso community members recovering from the EF1 that struck April 2 said they couldn't wait for Owasso Cares Day on May 3 This year's annual volunteer clean-up event focuses on the El Rio Vista neighborhood they still need 50 more volunteers to help Kathleen Blue is one of the dozens of homeowners trying to recover "My damage is the roof came off of that house.. she hasn't been alone in her mission to clean up the community and it wasn't that day… it's just unbelievable how much has gone on," said Blue Blue said the El Rio Vista neighborhood was devastated after getting hit by the tornado She said that from neighbors helping neighbors the community made it look substantially cleaner Blue said she can't wait for Owasso Cares Day "We'll have the cleanest town around… especially with us old people who can't get out an do too much," said Blue said more volunteers would mean the world for the community "Anytime somebody is willing to give up their time and effort and come out and help others The event goes from 8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., and the deadline to sign up is April 11, but applications will be accepted until April 17. Click hereto sign up for Owasso Cares Day Severe storms rolled through Green Country early Tuesday morning and meteorologists say it's likely a brief tornado touched down in the Collinsville area just after 7 a.m. causing damage alongside widespread 70 mph winds The National Weather Service reported Tuesday evening just after 5 p.m News On 6 Meteorologist Stephen Nehrenz said radar data and photos suggest a brief spin-up tornado developed as storms swept through Owasso and into Collinsville “You can see it very clearly,” Nehrenz said pointing to a funnel cloud photo from MaKyla Vent “This was just after 7 o'clock this morning More than likely it didn’t last more than a minute or two.” captured a similar funnel from Highway 169 near 116th Street North often on the leading edge of a squall line Nehrenz explained that radar products used to detect non-rain particles (often debris) showed a brief signal indicating likely rotation near Collinsville at 7:06 a.m “That was right where there was just enough rotation to produce that likely tornado,” Nehrenz said “Then it quickly transitioned back to damaging wind potential.” straight-line winds exceeding 70 mph caused widespread damage in parts of the Tulsa metro and northeast Oklahoma Meteorologist Stephen Nehrenz said more rain and severe weather could hit Green Country again soon The National Weather Service in Tulsa is surveying damaged areas and will release official tornado confirmations after their assessments Most meteorologists you meet will tell you that they have been fascinated with weather since a young age Born and raised in Norman in the heart of tornado alley The National Weather Service reported Tuesday evening just after 5 p.m An Owasso restaurant is combining Mediterranean flavors with American staples while ensuring everything is scratch-made and fresh Mozilla’s Kitchen is a hole-in-the-wall that delivers on hospitality and authenticity Mozilla’s Kitchen greets customers with this promise: Great Food Made Delicious They deliver on that promise by putting freshness and flavor first Zeidan opened Mozilla’s Kitchen a couple of years ago “I really enjoy having the opportunity to work with my dad every day,” she said Mo is Lebanese and had restaurants back home and has opened several restaurants in Tulsa Mozilla’s Kitchen combines all of his favorite dishes from each place “You have to give in order to get back,” he said I've learned so much from him and the guests It's a wonderful experience,” Chef Thomas Williams said He started off back in the kitchen by grilling chicken for the protein bowl and put them right there,” Chef Thomas said Mo is debuting his summer salad for the season and homemade raspberry vinaigrette dressing “Those are candied walnuts you put on top,” Maysa said Mozilla’s Kitchen is known for its popular gyros and sandwiches like the Philly The fries on the side are far from an afterthought: there are sweet potato fries which are crispy and soft at the same time The chefs prepare cabbage rolls with homemade tomato sauce and also lemony tabouli with punchy herbs and olive oil “Little taste of home for my dad,” said Maysa Everything at Mozilla’s Kitchen is made with love and crafted with care That's why the team hopes this now Owasso staple is here to stay “It takes a lot to open the business,” Maysa said “We really count on the support of the town are so thankful and grateful.” Mozilla's Kitchen is located at 11610 East 86th St N We’re always looking for unique, special restaurants all over Green Country. You can send an email to Kristen.Weaver@Griffin.news with your recommendations You can also follow @Kristeats on Instagram Kristen Weaver is the weekend morning anchor and reports during the week She loves telling stories from Oklahomans daily We’re always looking for unique, special restaurants all over Green Country. You can send an email to Kristen.Weaver@Griffin.news with your recommendations Owasso Police arrested a couple accused of trying to meet who they thought was a 13-year-old for sex Officers said Allan Ray Wright and Jamie Lynn Wright were booked on lewd and/or indecent proposals to a minor child on Tuesday OPD said the couple made several sexual statements online to who they thought was the child They asked them to meet at a restaurant in Tulsa where Owasso Police Officers located them and took them into custody Many people have been working tirelessly to clear debris and check on their neighbors Owasso residents have already started making home repairs and patching up roofs in preparation for potential storms later this week Owasso City Council voted to declare a state of emergency Wednesday afternoon to assist with clean-up efforts People have been working tirelessly to clear debris and check on their neighbors Some have already started making home repairs and patching up roofs in preparation for potential storms later this week The National Weather Service rated the Owasso tornado a "high-end" EF1 with winds between 100 and 110 mph The path spanned about 10 miles from the southwest side of Owasso through the 96th and Garnett area 🔗 Tornado Leaves Trail of Destruction in Owasso; Osage SkyNews 6 Surveys Damage (Image provided by Tulsa County Assessor's Office) says she was terrified as the tornado came through as she had never been directly hit by a tornado before "It sounded like a jet and a train collided and landed in our front yard." 🔗 Owasso Tornado Damage: Photos & Updates - April 2025 Jennifer says she heard her phone alarm and the city sirens go off prompting her to take cover in the closet with her children she was in shock but immediately began helping her neighbors "My first reaction was to make sure that all my neighbors were safe and that everyone was okay and then we started clearing the road because you couldn't even get through the road the gentleman's roof down there was guarding the road." 🔗 Tornado Rips Through Owasso: Roofs Torn Off, Trees Down as Cleanup Begins including a fallen tree near her daughter's bedroom and a damaged fence Jennifer says she's proud of her community for coming together to help one another "I've seen so many people bring food and water come out and pray for us 🔗 Owasso Residents Discuss Tornado Impact in Neighborhood Jennifer wants to remind people to take weather warnings seriously as she never thought she could be in this situation 🔗 Why Registering Your Storm Shelter in Oklahoma Could Save Your Life The News On 6 weather app can send you severe weather alerts anywhere you are You can also set it up to receive alerts for specific cities to stay informed about any severe weather heading towards your loved ones MaKayla Glenn graduated from Texas Tech University with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated and the National Association of Black Journalists MaKayla started with News On 6 in August 2022 The National Weather Service rated the Owasso tornado a \"high-end\" EF1 with winds between 100 and 110 mph 🔗 Tornado Leaves Trail of Destruction in Owasso; Osage SkyNews 6 Surveys Damage \"It sounded like a jet and a train collided and landed in our front yard.\" 🔗 Owasso Tornado Damage: Photos & Updates - April 2025 \"My first reaction was to make sure that all my neighbors were safe and that everyone was okay the gentleman's roof down there was guarding the road.\" 🔗 Tornado Rips Through Owasso: Roofs Torn Off, Trees Down as Cleanup Begins \"I've seen so many people bring food and water come out and pray for us 🔗 Owasso Residents Discuss Tornado Impact in Neighborhood 🔗 Why Registering Your Storm Shelter in Oklahoma Could Save Your Life Owasso police officers and investigators arrested two adults for felony lewd proposals to a minor officers arrived at a fast food restaurant on N were arrested and charged with lewd and/or indecent proposals to a minor child the suspects began to communicate with an undercover OPD Sex Crimes Investigator who was posing as a 13-year-old The suspects enticed the persona to a location in Tulsa and made lewd or indecent proposals in partnership with the City of Owasso and Cherokee Film proudly announces that Owasso has achieved film friendly certification after completing the requirements of OF+MO’s Oklahoma Film Friendly Community Program “Owasso is very excited about becoming a film friendly community,” said City Manager Chris Garrett “The variety of character across the city offers so many unique locations for filming The amount of resources available locally to support film production makes Owasso a great place for projects Situated in the northeastern region of Oklahoma within the Cherokee Nation Owasso is a growing hub for the state’s film industry Home to Cherokee Film’s state-of-the-art soundstages training programs and production facilities Owasso offers filmmakers a unique blend of modern infrastructure and accessible resources within close proximity to the Tulsa International Airport the Owasso Museum and Downtown’s Redbud District makes it an attractive choice for film projects of all sizes “The rapid and continued expansion of our state-of-the-art Cherokee Film Studios and Cherokee Film Institute in Owasso illustrate Cherokee Nation’s dedication to helping diversify local economies create jobs and develop new and exciting opportunities for our citizens and for our neighbors,” said Cherokee Nation Deputy Principal Chief Bryan Warner and look forward to continuing to work together as well as with the City of Owasso to attract even more film and TV productions and exciting growth to the area.” Having hosted productions such as “The Gates” (2024) “A Christmas Present” (2022) and “Possessions” (2021) the city’s readiness to leverage Oklahoma’s competitive film incentives reinforces its commitment to fostering a thriving creative economy and welcoming more filmmakers to the region “Owasso’s comprehensive support for film production combined with its infrastructure and strategic partnerships positions it as a valuable cornerstone among Oklahoma’s film industry,” said OF+MO Director Jeanette Stanton “With Cherokee Film’s facilities and workforce development programs located right in the city Owasso provides filmmakers with incredible access to the resources they need to bring their projects to life.” For more information on filming in the City of Owasso, visit cityofowasso.com For more information on OF+MO’s Oklahoma Film Friendly Community Program, including a list of certified film friendly communities, visit okfilmmusic.org/filmfriendly Click here for photos of film friendly locations in Owasso. 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You will receive mail with link to set new password A tornado that moved through the Owasso area caused damage near the Whirlpool plant flipping several semi-trailers along Highway 75 While the tornado appeared to clip the building initial reports indicate minimal damage to the structure itself Operations at the facility are closed Wednesday and the storm's strong winds tossed multiple trailers Tornado leaves trail of destruction in Owasso; Osage SkyNews 6 surveys damage Owasso storm: Photos show possible tornado damage to homes, trees, utility poles and fences Tracking severe weather across Oklahoma TIMELINE: When severe weather will impact the Tulsa metro Strong winds in Yale, OK Wednesday morning News On 6 StormTracker Von Castor reports Tornado in Osage County, Oklahoma, News On 6 StormTracker Bob Rohloff reports Brooke Cox is a Digital Producer at News On 6 where she has been part of the team since August 2024 Tornado leaves trail of destruction in Owasso; Osage SkyNews 6 surveys damage Owasso storm: Photos show possible tornado damage to homes, trees, utility poles and fences Tracking severe weather across Oklahoma TIMELINE: When severe weather will impact the Tulsa metro Strong winds in Yale, OK Wednesday morning News On 6 StormTracker Von Castor reports Tornado in Osage County, Oklahoma, News On 6 StormTracker Bob Rohloff reports Cleanup is underway in Owasso after a tornado ripped through the city overnight leaving widespread damage in neighborhoods like Fairways at Bailey Ranch News On 6’s Jonathan Polasek reported from the ground where some homes sustained heavy damage while others remained untouched an attic was completely exposed after the storm peeled away part of a home's roof Neighbors wasted no time pitching in to help clear debris whose front yard was blocked by fallen trees had community members cutting branches and removing limbs to assist with cleanup Owasso police surveyed the area and confirmed significant damage throughout multiple neighborhoods One resident described the terrifying moments as the tornado passed through officials urge residents to stay cautious around downed power lines and unstable debris The Whirlpool plant in Owasso will be closed for Wednesday after it endured heavy damage to its roof and vehicles Jonathan Polasek studied Journalism at the University of Texas and has covered the oil and gas industry as well as sports Jonathan joined News On 6 as a multimedia journalist in August of 2022 after working in Midland and Odessa The Whirlpool plant in Owasso will be closed for Wednesday after it endured heavy damage to its roof and vehicles The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) confirmed two probable measles cases Friday adding to concerns over a growing outbreak in the Southwest Officials warn that individuals may have been exposed at the following locations in Owasso and Claremore: Unvaccinated or unsure individuals who visited these locations during the specified times should complete the OSDH’s online contact form for guidance. Those potentially exposed should avoid public spaces for 21 days if not immune or rash should self-isolate and contact a healthcare provider before seeking care The OSDH Epidemiologist-on-Call is available at 405-426-8710 from 8 a.m More: Oklahoma health officials say reports of measles in Bartlesville schools an error Officials say the cases are connected to a larger measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico where infections have surged among unvaccinated individuals Measles symptoms and risksAccording to the OSDH measles symptoms typically appear seven to 14 days after exposure and include high fever beginning on the face and spreading to the rest of the body Fever can spike to more than 104 degrees Fahrenheit when the rash appears and those with weakened immune systems are at a higher risk of complications The OSDH will work with infected individuals to determine when they can safely return to public spaces typically after their rash has been present for more than four days Measles cases continue to rise in the U.S.The confirmed case in Oklahoma comes amid a national rise in measles cases with children under five accounting for 34% of infections Nearly all cases—95%—have occurred in individuals who were unvaccinated or whose vaccination status was unknown Seventeen percent of measles patients requiring medical care One measles-related death has been confirmed in 2025 - a child who lived in Texas and another possible death is under investigation recorded 285 measles cases across 33 states and Washington with 40% of those cases requiring hospitalization Health officials attributed the surge in 2025 to outbreaks in unvaccinated communities marking a sharp increase from the 59 cases reported in 2023 Health experts emphasize that vaccination remains the best defense against measles The CDC recommends that children receive two doses of the MMR vaccine with the first dose administered at 12 to 15 months and the second at 4 to 6 years old Health officials urge Oklahomans to immediately check their vaccination status and report any suspected measles cases. For more information, visit CDC.gov or contact the Oklahoma State Department of Health Just days after a tornado damaged homes in Owasso the city opened its landfill gates for a free dump day From clearing out the garage to hauling away debris - it can be a big job... Saturday's Free Landfill Day in Owasso gave residents the chance to clear out any junk at no cost The event comes more than a week after an EF-1 tornado swept through parts of the city damaging trees and littering neighborhoods “Being an employee here and spending a lot of time here in Owasso I feel really bad for a lot of families and residents that got hit by this,” said Brian Franklin with Owasso Public Works Franklin says this event was already on the calendar… but after the storm hit “It just gives a little reassurance for a homeowner that there’s another step they can go to,” he said The city puts on the free landfill events several times a year The next one will be some time in the Fall Eden Jones started as a Multimedia Journalist for News On 6 in June 2023 where she covers everything from breaking news to local features She loves connecting with the community and sharing the stories of Green Country (KTUL) — Owasso Police report 86 St N between 161 E Ave and 150 E Ave is closed due to flooding on Wednesday morning The City of Tulsa posted some flood safety tips urging drivers to stay away from standing water Drivers should also not drive around barricades and avoid areas that are subject to flooding To learn more about flood safety, visit cityoftulsa.org/floodcontrol The Tulsa Zoo and Mohawk Park are closed on Wednesday due to heavy rain (KTUL) — An Owasso man was sentenced to 10 years for attempted coercion and enticement of a minor an undercover deputy with the Rogers County Sheriff's Office posed as a 15-year-old online told the undercover deputy that he smoked meth and also sent sexually explicit photos of himself He then requested explicit images in return and planned to meet the person he believed was a teen to engage in sexual acts law enforcement discovered that Fugate had been messaging a minor victim through social media a month earlier Fugate convinced the minor to send sexually explicit photos Fugate was taken into custody following his guilty plea in June 2024 He will remain in custody pending transfer to the U.S Bureau of Prisons and will have 10 years of supervised release after serving his 121-month sentence For more local news delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter by clicking here. An eighth-grader at Owasso spent the last two years writing a novel That hard work paid off in December when she learned her book would be published While walking through the lunchroom of the Owasso 8th Grade Center Macy Nelson isn’t thinking about where she’s going to sit Her thoughts transport her to the bookshelves—places where dragons soar overhead But instead of reading the words of her favorite authors “I just started a story about a girl who went to another land because that’s what I wanted to do at that age,” she said Macy wrote The Locket of Evermeir—her book that was just published a month ago “She’s 16 and she gets a locket from her mother so she ends up wearing the locket and she’s transported to a different realm she gets to explore this new world and figure out a way to go home.” Before devoting the time to writing the whole 142 pages she tested out her manuscript on a harsh audience she began the two-year journey of juggling sports not just about writing but about having persistence and dedication to the things that you’re really passionate about I kind of match my personality to hers a little bit,” Macy said And she hopes others will see themselves in the characters and get lost in the world she created “Sometimes it caused some tears because it took a lot of work To celebrate her hard work, Macy is hosting a book signing for her friends this Friday. The book can be purchased on Amazon If you have Something Good you would like to share, email us at Somethinggoodnewson6@griffin.news Ryan Gillin graduated from the University of Alabama with degrees in News Media and Communication Studies Ryan Gillin joined News On 6 as a multimedia journalist in July 2022 To celebrate her hard work, Macy is hosting a book signing for her friends this Friday. The book can be purchased on Amazon If you have Something Good you would like to share, email us at Somethinggoodnewson6@griffin.news — People are cleaning up storm damage across Owasso after a tornado early on April 2nd and Garnett; damage is reported across the area 2 News Storm Chaser Damon Lewis captured photos as he surveyed the area The City of Owasso is sharing free resources that are being offered: The Owasso Police Department shared this update on preliminary damage reports: 2 News crews are on the scene and we'll keep updating as we learn more Owasso city officials are working alongside Public Works and Fire Departments to respond to storm damage that stretched approximately 11 miles The Owasso City Council held an emergency meeting at 4 p.m Wednesday and declared a state of emergency The National Weather Service says survey crews found "high-end" EF1 tornado damage and estimated winds between 100-110 MPH The storm caused significant damage across several areas Emergency crews are urging residents to stay clear of downed power lines and damaged utilities Roadway barricades are in place for safety and should not be crossed The City of Owasso wants residents to know of the following free services to help after the storm: 🔗 Tornado in Owasso Flips Semi-Trailers Near Whirlpool Plant 🔗 Owasso Coordinates Storm Response as Damage Extends Across 11 Miles 🔗 EF1 Tornado Causes Significant Damage in Owasso 🔗Emergency crews respond in Owasso where tornadic storm left 10-mile path of destruction The National Weather Service says survey crews found \"high-end\" EF1 tornado damage and estimated winds between 100-110 MPH 🔗 Tornado in Owasso Flips Semi-Trailers Near Whirlpool Plant 🔗 Owasso Coordinates Storm Response as Damage Extends Across 11 Miles 🔗 EF1 Tornado Causes Significant Damage in Owasso 🔗Emergency crews respond in Owasso where tornadic storm left 10-mile path of destruction Residents in Owasso are beginning the difficult task of cleaning up after a tornado tore through their community early Wednesday leaving homes destroyed and power outages across the area News On 6’s Jayden Brannon is on the ground speaking with homeowners who had only seconds to take cover before the storm hit One resident recalled the terrifying moment the tornado ripped the roof off his home while his son was still upstairs in the shower The father was able to rush upstairs and bring his son to safety just as the structure began to give way Neighbors in the Fairways at Bailey Ranch neighborhood are rallying together to assess the damage and begin the cleanup process with roofs torn off and insulation scattered across streets and vehicles and utility crews are also in the area assisting residents many residents expressed gratitude that their families made it through the storm safely told News On 6 that he’s just thankful his family and pets are unharmed According to Public Service Company of Oklahoma more than 1,600 customers are without power with 766 outages reported in the Owasso area alone as of 10 a.m Severe weather threats remain in the forecast for later tonight and early Thursday morning An Owasso mother and father are charged with child abuse accused of hitting their now 12-year-old daughter with a belt because they say the girl stole food from the kitchen Investigators say Erik and Julianna Delacruz also forced the girl to sleep on the floor as punishment The girl told investigators her dad made her wear just underwear and a t-shirt around the house so that she didn't have pockets and couldn't steal things an 11-year-old girl was found alone at an Owasso grocery store and she told police she ran away because her parents Officers took the girl to the police station and contacted DHS so she was taken into protective custody," said Lieutenant Nick Boatman with Owasso Police The affidavit says the girl told investigators her dad always uses a belt to spank her she has to "strip down to her underwear and sit in a corner or designated chair all day long until she showers." The girl told investigators she is forced to sleep on the floor and had been grounded for months for "stealing food from the kitchen." She said her dad "cut her hair and made her wear boy clothes for trying to dress like her older sisters." "When you are denying a child food and shelter so of course we had to get the state involved and ended up taking that child from the parents," said Boatman Erik Delacruz told investigators he spanked his daughter for lying and stealing from her teachers and at home He said he made the girl wear only a t-shirt and underwear "so she didn't have pockets to steal things." Julianna Delacruz told investigators she told her husband to spank the girl "because she was being sneaky." She said the girl was grounded from the kitchen but "always has access to water." "She's going to have to go through a lot of medical and mental processes because of this as well as having to endure court at some point These individuals were taken into custody; they'll have their day in court that little girl is going to have to go through it as well," said Boatman Both Julianna and Erik Delacruz are in the Tulsa County Jail Police say the girl has been placed in a safe home Reagan Ledbetter joined News On 6 in June 2018 as a multimedia journalist Reagan most recently was a student at the University of Oklahoma where he received his degree in Broadcast Journalism so she was taken into protective custody,\" said Lieutenant Nick Boatman with Owasso Police she has to \"strip down to her underwear and sit in a corner or designated chair all day long until she showers.\" The girl told investigators she is forced to sleep on the floor and had been grounded for months for \"stealing food from the kitchen.\" She said her dad \"cut her hair and made her wear boy clothes for trying to dress like her older sisters.\" \"When you are denying a child food and shelter so of course we had to get the state involved and ended up taking that child from the parents,\" said Boatman He said he made the girl wear only a t-shirt and underwear \"so she didn't have pockets to steal things.\" Julianna Delacruz told investigators she told her husband to spank the girl \"because she was being sneaky.\" She said the girl was grounded from the kitchen but \"always has access to water.\" \"She's going to have to go through a lot of medical and mental processes because of this that little girl is going to have to go through it as well,\" said Boatman