OSU Football: Eric Morris opens his first year at Oklahoma State as Jaleel Johnson turns “revenge tour” energy toward Saturday’s opener, with OSU releasing its first 2026 depth chart and Tulsa setting the stage for a big in-state matchup. Local Sports Rivalry: The “Turnpike Classic” keeps gaining meaning as OSU heads to H.A. Chapman Stadium for its season opener vs. Tulsa, with recent history and travel costs for fans in the spotlight. Public Safety: Oklahoma City road rage escalated into a knife fight near I-35, sending one man to the hospital, while OKC marks National Police K9 Day highlighting canine teams’ role in arrests and explosives sweeps. Health & Education: University of Central Oklahoma launches an AI-focused MBA program, and Oklahoma’s teacher certification pass rates are again under scrutiny for wide swings. State Policy & Justice: A new Oklahoma mentoring program for youth with incarcerated parents is set to take effect Nov. 1, 2026. Weather & Drought: Summer heat and drought pressures continue, with forecasts pointing to more triple-digit days into early September. Business & Infrastructure: The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority unveiled Toby Keith Expressway artwork and expanded PikePass interoperability to more states. Crime & Courts: A marijuana extraction facility owner faces murder charges after an explosion killed two employees.