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Oklahoma tornadoes: Cost, custom keep basements scarce

News | Published: Sat, May 25, 2013 | Comment on this article Leave a comment

Oklahoma's lack of home basements made national news this week after tornadoes left another wide swath of destruction. Oklahoma City builders explain the ins and outs of basements as an option in new houses.


UPDATE: Search will resume for boy, 17, missing in Uncle John Creek in Kingfisher

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Firefighters are searching for a boy who jumped into Uncle John Creek in Kingfisher. Search efforts will continue Friday morning.

Washington I-5 bridge collapse caused by oversize load

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MOUNT VERNON, Wash. (AP) — A truck hauling an oversized load of drilling equipment hit an overhead bridge girder on the major interstate between Seattle and Canada, sending a section of the span into a river below as the driver watched the structure collapse in his rearview mirror.

Carrie Underwood donates $1 million to Red Cross for disaster relief in wake of deadly Oklahoma tornadoes

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As Carrie Underwood wraps her 2012-13 “Blown Away Tour” tonight in Abbotsford, B.C., Canada, a $1 million donation is being made to the Red Cross for disaster relief. The charitable contribution to the Red Cross derives from the tour’s concert proceeds and was established when it launched in spring 2012.

Thunder reverses the role, takes a turn at cheering on the community

Sports | Published: Thu, May 23, 2013 | Comment on this article Leave a comment

Big games and big shots and the NBA Finals are great fun. But when a few tall fellows, and a couple of short ones, can counter despair, can put smiles on faces and sparkles in eyes, well, that's more valuable than a truckload of O'Brien trophies.

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Plaza Towers teachers, students reunite after tornado

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Children from Plaza Towers Elementary gathered to say goodbye to their teachers and their friends Thursday morning. They hugged, cried and celebrated.
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Despite losing race against tornado, mother, daughter reunited

News | Published: Fri, May 24, 2013 | Comment on this article Leave a comment

Survivors of the storm were frantic, pulling children from the twisted metal and piles of concrete rubble that remained of what was once a school. LaTisha Garcia knew her three youngest children were safe at their day care, but Jazmin was somewhere inside the rubble.

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Officials provide update on ongoing efforts

City officials spoke to the media Friday afternoon, updating the status of streets and utilities for customers and residents.

Principals and teachers share their experiences

Principals and teachers from Briarwood and Plaza Towers talk about their experiences during the May 20 tornado.

Joplin schools superintendent talks about Moore tornado

Dr. CJ Huff visited the Moore devastation and shared his experiences two years after Joplin's tornado.

Rush to dispose of tornado debris set to begin

Homeowners are expected to have debris moved to the curb, where cities will pick it up. The federal government will pick up much of the cost.

Moore schools press conference: Susan Pierce

Moore schools superintendent Susan Pierce talks about the storm that hit her district.

Moore schools press conference: Dr. Shelley McMillin

Briarwood principal Dr. Shelley McMillin recouts the May 20 tornado.

Moore schools press conference: Amy Simpson

Amy Simpson, Plaza Towers principal, talks about the tornado and aftermath.

Insurance Commissioner talks about claims

Oklahoma Insurance Commission John Doak provided updated numbers and upcoming protocols for filing claims.


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