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Tulsa Police Chief Dennis Larsen joins the KRMG Morning News a day ahead of his retirement after 47 years on the force.
Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols gives an update on construction of affordable housing, explains why utility rates are going up and provides an update on the 1921 Graves investigation.
KRMG's Consumer Warrior Clark Howard returns to Tulsa and he answers your questions on saving, investing, buying a home or refinancing, scams, AI and more!
Broken Arrow City Manager Michael Spurgeon explains why some BA residents are experiencing water that smells and tastes a bit off. He also previews the next Citizen Engagement Academy and the Tulsa County/BA community meeting about construction at 51st and County Line Road.
Skyler returns to his old stomping grounds, the Tulsa Community College Metro Campus, to take a tour and learn more about the $57 million renovation.
Broken Arrow City Manager Michael Spurgeon checks in on his way to the Oklahoma Municipal League Conference to talk about the new pedestrian crossings in Broken Arrow and more.
Tulsa County Commissioner Lonnie Sims previews the Tulsa State Fair, explains the roadwork in the Buford Colony community and talks about the new planning commission.
Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols previews the next round of community conversations focused on public safety. He explains why new Tulsa Police Chief Jonathan Brooks is meeting with citizens and how Flock cameras may change in Tulsa. The mayor also previewed this year's 918 Day.
Outgoing TPD Chief Dennis Larsen on crime stats and his thoughts on Flock cameras.
Broken Arrow City Manager Michael Spurgeon discusses the timeline for the completion and opening of the Regent Bank Amphitheater. He also explains why BA residents will soon pay for more utilities.
Tulsa County District Attorney Steve Kunzweiler explains why he's calling for Ryan Bassham's bond to be revoked. Bassham was charged with two counts of First Degree Murder after an explosion at his Sand Springs marijuana business killed two people. NOTE: The hearing discussed in this interview was delayed.
Broken Arrow City Manager Michael Spurgeon discusses Peter Perez coming on to lead the city's emergency management department and gives an update on BA's new water tower. He also discusses NSU's progress in offering four-year degrees.
Chase Thompson and Skyler Cooper give updates on Tulsa-area road projects. They talk Highway 169, Highway 75 and the Creek Turnpike.
Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols reacts to last week's election results and explains the decision to split planning duties between the city and county. He also talks about reports of a possible major downtown Tulsa development, including a new stadium for FC Tulsa.
Broken Arrow City Manager Michael Spurgeon explains how businesses end up choosing Broken Arrow. He also answers a listener question and talks about the award Visit Broken Arrow was considered for, but did not win.
Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols returns to discuss choosing Jonathan Brooks at the new police chief. He also touches on the city council elections and the University of Tulsa lowering tuition.
Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols named department veteran Jonathan Brooks as the city's 42 police chief. Chief Brooks stopped by the KRMG studios the next morning to layout his plans.
Broken Arrow City Manager Michael Spurgeon gives an update on road construction on Main St. and across town on Tucson. He also explains what the city is doing now regarding data centers.
Tulsa Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ebony Johnson joins KRMG on the first day of the new school year.
County Commissioner Stan Sallee talks about the Glenpool tank fire, road construction at 51st and County Line Road and more.
Chief Larsen discusses back to school traffic, the state wanting reimbursement from Tulsa and Flock cameras.
Skyler sits down with Broken Arrow Public Schools Superintendent Chuck Perry to preview the new school year and discuss is upcoming retirement.
Broken Arrow City Manager Michael Spurgeon on the city's working relationship with the school district, the workshop citizens are invited to on the future of Main Street and the latest on County Line Road construction.
U.S. Senator James Lankford from Oklahoma explains what lies ahead regarding the contempt of Congress vote for Dr. Anthony Fauci. He also discusses the SAVE America Act and the voter ID state question in Oklahoma. Plus, the senator explains the Protect College Sports Act.
Broken Arrow City Manager Michael Spurgeon gives an update on the lawsuit against the city over a proposed mosque, the new holiday trash collection schedule and road work on Aspen. He also explains how BA could have a sister-city in Mexico.
Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols explains why he supports the proposed increase for the city's hotel/motel tax. He also discusses the search for a new police chief and the DA calling for an investigation into the now closed city jail.
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Tulsa Police Chief Dennis Larsen explains why now is the time to retire. He also responds to a TPD officer being chosen to lead Tulsa's new emergency management department and gives an update on the shooting death of a 13-year-old.
Broken Arrow City Manager Michael Spurgeon responds to the U.S. Department of Justice investigation into Broken Arrow's denial of a rezoning request for a proposed mosque. He also explains how the city learned of a 1 percent fee being charged at Adams Creek Town Center.
Make-A-Wish CEO Deborah McAuliffe Senner and Senior Director of Development Erin Nantois tell Skyler about the Fund-A-Wish program.
Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols addresses the closure of the municipal jail and how he plans to search for a new police chief. He also addresses the arrest of his 18-year-old son.
Broken Arrow City Manager Michael Spurgeon explains how a local entrepreneur went from a farmers market booth to now expanding into his second Rose District storefront. He also answers listener questions about spraying for mosquitos and traffic improvements.
County Commissioner Kelly Dunkerley gives an update on road construction and 101st and Garnett and tells us where new signage has gone up at Tulsa County parks.
Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols talks about TPD providing security for the World Cup, the request for proposals at Cry Baby Hill and a new health partnership with the Cherokee Nation.
Steve Hunter, President and General Manager of Zoellner Media Group, discusses the importance of AM radio and the push to keep it in every new car.
Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols tells Skyler more about the Irish company moving to Tulsa to build drones and offer drone delivery services. He also explains why two Tulsa hotels are being demolished, common street flooding and the status of federal grants.
Brian Kilmeade talks Iran escalation, threats against the president, Sen. Mitch McConnell and keeping AM radio in new vehicles.
Broken Arrow Mayor Debra Wimpee discusses how 4th of July celebrations went in Broken Arrow, explains how long it could take to fix the Liberty Trail where a retaining wall failed and she explains parking space changes on Main Street.
USS Oklahoma Commander Jason Kim, USN “Skipper”, Rocky Goins, Chairman, USS Commissioning Committee and Chief of the Boat Trey Blashinsky.
Mayor Monroe Nichols returns with updates on his domestic violence taskforce, Safe Move Tulsa and more.
Mabee Center General Manager Tony Winters joins KRMG to talk about “ELVIS: Back in the Building", a special show 50 years to the date of Elvis Presley's final performance in Tulsa. KRMG's Denver Foxx was at the 1976 concert and shares his memories.
TPD Chief Dennis Larsen tells us about a tragic fireworks incident, goes over the fireworks rules in Tulsa and Tulsa's new domestic violence prevention task force.
Broken Arrow Assistant City Manager of Operations Kenny Schwab tells Skyler more about the BA time capsule and spells out the rules for when you can shoot fireworks. He also gives a quick update on road construction within the city.
ABC's Jim Ryan explains what items on your 4th of July menu are more expensive this year.
Bill Smiley gives an update on flooding and road conditions after several inches of rain has fallen across Tulsa County.
Broken Arrow City Manager Michael Spurgeon tells Skyler what is going inside a time capsule that will be buried soon to mark America's 250th birthday. Spurgeon also outlines other plans the city has for America 250.
Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols responds to city councilors' concerns about changes being made to the Public Safety Commissioner position.
Gentner Drummond advances to the runoff in the race for Oklahoma governor.
Mike Mazzei advances to the runoff in the race for Oklahoma governor.
Chief Larsen discusses adding more police officers and street lights after the Tulsa City Council passed a new budget. He also talks about Juneteenth festival planning and the loss of Officer Derrick Alexander.
