Matt McCabe

Journalist @News9, and Adjunct Professor @OTripleC.

[Edmond Police Dept @EdmondPD]

We are saddened to confirm that an 18-year-old young woman has passed away from injuries sustained in the Arcadia Lake shooting on Sunday night.

Our thoughts are with her loved ones, as well as all those affected by this tragic incident.

We thank our community and media partners for their patience and understanding as we work to confirm details and release appropriate information. This investigation is being handled with the utmost care and seriousness.

We will continue to provide updates as information becomes available and can be responsibly shared without compromising the integrity of the investigation.

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

Interviewing homeowners in Enid’s Gray Ridge Estates neighborhood.

Don and Pat Von Hagel were rocked by an EF-4.

As you can tell, they are some very fine people — with pretty good spirits.

[Jeremie Poplin @jeremiepoplin]

The NCAA sent a statement to @news9 and @MattLMcCabe on the Owen Heinecke ruling yesterday.

[Alex Cameron @AlexDCameron]

Breaking: @repbice will NOT run for the US Senate seat being left open by @senmullin’s pending move to DHS, saying she “remains committed to serving the Fifth Congressional District.” Bice’s colleague, @repkevinhern, is running. Rep. Bice’s full statement below. @NEWS9 @Newson6

[Alex Cameron @AlexDCameron]

Just now—@GovStitt leaving the U.S. Capitol after meeting with @LeaderJohnThune for about 35 mins. Per sources, Stitt had dinner with @SenatorLankford last night and is to meet with @POTUS this afternoon…all related to appointing an interim replacement for @SenMullin. 🧵

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

@NEWS9 The Governor’s press secretary also told News 9 “the Governor does not have a meeting with President Donald Trump tonight.” @news9

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

NEW: The State Chamber of Commerce tells us that Governor Stitt has canceled an appearance at tonight’s legislative dinner tonight to go to DC and meet with President Trump. The chamber didn’t have details of what the meeting is for. No response yet from Stitt’s office. @news9

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

@wwwdotcomdotcom @NEWS9 Thank you!

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

An Oklahoma National Guard plane has crashed in a field near S.E. 119th and Sooner Road. No word yet on how many people were on board, and if there were any injuries. Police say Tinker Air Force Base personnel are at the scene. The plane appears to be single-engine. @NEWS9

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

@ApocalypseCage @NEWS9 Thank you!

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

UPDATE: Oklahoma City Fire and Police confirm there were no injuries. Still unclear exactly how many crew were on the plane. @NEWS9

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

@JessMcMasterKC We’re all lucky and better off because of all the amazing work you produced. Wishing you all the best. Your skills are truly unmatched.

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

Oklahoma City Police have blocked off neighborhoods in the area of SE 89th and Sooner hit by a tornado. Officers tell me several houses have been hit. No word yet on any injuries. @NEWS9

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

Full story here: https://t.co/rek86e1YTi

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Can you finish this biblical word search?

Many districts in Oklahoma have announced the Bible will not be taught from in its classrooms. But, I’ve learned at least one district is proudly adopting the new directive. @NEWS9

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

@NEWS9 The district’s new Bible-centered lesson plans also include exercises on researching the origin of certain phrases. And, an analysis of a Coldplay song. @NEWS9

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

@NEWS9 Populous is behind the new OKC fairgrounds arena, designed the MAPS 3 convention center, and is also responsible for improvements to the Paycom Center. @NEWS9

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

According to Oklahoma City's MAPS office, there are 7 architectural firms which submitted bids to build OKC's nearly billion dollar arena:

AECOM
Gensler
HKS
Overland Partners
Perkins and Will
Populous
Thompson, Ventulett, Stainback & Assoc.

@NEWS9

[Matt McCabe @MattLMcCabe]

@NEWS9 Short-listed firms were notified on Aug. 5, and the city will conduct interviews on Sept. 5. Among all the names, the firm Populous is most familiar. @NEWS9