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    Tahlequah bear released back into wild

    A black bear that was tranquilized after it wandered upon Northeastern State University in Tahlequah is back in the wild. 

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    Bomb found at Tahlequah propane business

    Several businesses and highways were forced to close on Thursday afternoon after a bomb was discovered outside of a propane business.

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    VIDEO: Bear rescued from Tahlequah tree

    Tahlequah residents surely didn't expect to find a bear in a tree just off of Northeastern State University's campus Wednesday, but that's exactly what happened.

    • More from Tahlequah
    Coweta toll booth closed for Pikepass upgrade

    Attention Muskogee, Tahlequah and Coweta drivers: expect delays on your morning and evening commutes.

    Tahlequah man Jeremy Ramirez, accused of blowing up cellphone, in federal court

    A convicted felon living in Tahlequah arrested last week for allegedly trying to blow up a cellphone appeared in federal court Wednesday. 

    Man arrested in Tahlequah for possession of explosives after blasting caps blow…

    A man in Tahlequah was arrested last week after several blasting caps exploded in his hands.

    Threatening letter sent to Cherokee Co. Courthouse, 2nd threat within a week

    Part of the Cherokee County Courthouse was forced to evacuate Tuesday after a judge's office received a threatening letter, according to authorities.

    Cherokee Nation to invest $100 million in health care improvements

    On Thursday, the Cherokee Nation announced it's investing $100 million into improving its tribal health care system.
     

    Judge declines to file charges against Caisen Green, who posted dead pit bull…

    A Cherokee County judge has dropped an animal cruelty charge against a teen who allegedly killed a stray pit bull last month.

    Tahlequah reports fewer ice skaters at Snowflake Festival, blames weather

    Unseasonably warm weather is to blame for a significant drop in the number of visitors to new the ice rink at Tahlequah's Snowflake Festival

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    1. Grand Lake boat crash leaves 2 dead

      Grand Lake boat crash leaves 2 dead

      Rachel Swetnam and William "Trey" Varner III were killed May 14 in a boat collision on Grand Lake.

    2. PICS: OKC in the 2013 NBA Playoffs

      PICS: OKC in the 2013 NBA Playoffs

      The Oklahoma City Thunder lost in five games to the Memphis Grizzlies in the second round of the NBA playoffs to end their season.

    3. O.J. Simpson testifies, seeks new trial

    4. Tornado rips through Picher, 5/10/08

    5. Powerful images after rescue of 3 women

    6. Celebrity Mug Shots

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    1. Thieves use stolen military FB profiles

      Thieves use stolen military FB profiles

      It's happening again and again. Identify thieves preying on patriotism, on those who want to show how much they support the troops.
       

    2. Avoid sticker shock when buying a car

      Avoid sticker shock when buying a car

      Expert information on how to avoid huge mark-ups when buying a vehicle and where to turn for help if a deal goes south.

    3. Victim of identity theft speaks

    4. Big hands helping little hands

    5. Utility work tears up front yard

      • IRS takes to social media

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        1. Mayoral ads: Do the claims ring true?

          Mayoral ads: Do the claims ring true?

          For many voters, how they cast their ballot could hinge on the commercials current mayor Dewey Bartlett, former mayor Kathy Taylor and former city councilor Bill Christiansen are airing on television and radio.

          • Jail overcrowding could cost taxpayers

            Jail overcrowding could cost taxpayers

            For nearly a year the David L. Moss Correctional Facility, known to most as the Tulsa County Jail, has been overcapacity and violating the fire code.
             

          • Which casino games have the best odds?

          • Secure your smartphone in 3 steps

          • Expanding toys pose safety risk for kids

            • Oklahoma's Pre-K now a model for nation

            Weird News


            1. Suspects' 911 pocket dial leads to jail

              Suspects' 911 pocket dial leads to jail

               

              Some people call it pocket dialing. Others call it butt dialing. Either way, an air of California men face criminal charges after they accidentally called 911.

               

            2. Man runs onto frozen lake to avoid jail

              • Fleeing man begs to be pulled from river

                • Woman spots her stolen car in drive-thru

                  • Deer smashes through PA bus windshield

                    Entertainment


                    1. 'The Office' ends its 8-year run

                      'The Office' ends its 8-year run

                      Dunder Mifflin Paper Co. lives on, but "The Office" has closed shop.

                      • VIDEO: Worst Facebook rant ever?

                        VIDEO: Worst Facebook rant ever?

                        We doubt there's an award for best social media blowup, but after restaurant-owning Scottsdale couple took to Facebook this week, maybe there should be.

                        • Swon Bros do it again, move to top 10

                          • Bill Hader announces 'SNL' departure