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Scientists say NASA cutting missions to Mars

2012-02-10T15:25:01-06:00

The two scientists, speaking on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the budget, said the cuts to the Mars missions are part of a proposed reduction of about $300 million in NASA’s $1.5 billion planetary science budget.

Associated Press: Obama revamping birth control policy

2012-02-10T11:16:21-06:00

Religious universities and hospitals that see contraception as an unconscionable violation of their faith can refuse to cover it, and insurance companies will then have to step in to do so.

Storm drops snow on parts of northwestern Oklahoma

2012-02-10T11:03:40-06:00

The Enid area received a slight blanket of snowfall and precipitation that amounted .30 of an inch, according to the state's Mesonet weather recording site near Breckinridge.

2 Oklahoma schools on lockdown after abduction attempt

2012-02-10T11:00:17-06:00

Police say several witnesses reported Friday that a man sneaked up behind a 13-year-old and grabbed her, covering her face with his hand.

Okla. worker resigns after sending off-color email

2012-02-10T10:59:02-06:00

Tourists find spiritual beauty in Judean Desert

2012-02-09T19:46:41-06:00

John the Baptist, the prophet Elijah “also spent his time in the Judean wilderness, Jesus spent time in the Judean wilderness. So, yes, it’s a very important and very integral part of coming to the Holy Land and experiencing the Holy Land is to come into this wilderness." — Elisa Moed, founder and chief executive of Travelujah.com.

Air Force trains flight attendants for VIP trips

2012-02-09T14:21:32-06:00

The Air Force is choosy about flight attendants. They must have exemplary service records and be eligible for presidential security clearance.

Viral video: Grizzly bear cub, wolf cub play together

2012-02-09T12:04:24-06:00

It’s like something out of a children's book: A bear cub meets a wolf cub and they become the best of friends. Even though they are different species and ferocious predators, the unlikely couple stays pals for life.

Official: Oklahoma to be freed from No Child Left Behind

2012-02-09T09:04:07-06:00

No Child Left Behind requires all students to be proficient in reading and math by 2014. Obama's action strips away that fundamental requirement for those approved for flexibility, provided they offer a viable plan instead.

Anti-abortion Oklahoma lawmakers continue push

2012-02-09T08:08:57-06:00