Local headlines for Thursday, April 2, 2020:
- Oklahoma sees seven more deaths from COVID-19. (Tulsa World)
- Expert says Oklahoma deaths from pandemic are underreported. (NewsOK)
- Local health groups call for more transparency in COVID-19 reporting. (Journal Record)
- OSU puts testing for COVID-19 on the fast track. (Tulsa World)
- Governor Stitt extends his “Safer at Home” order. (Journal Record)
- Tulsa extends “Stay at Home” order. (Tulsa World)
- Law enforcement struggle to enforce closure rules. (NewsOK)
- OKC Fire Department needs more supplies. (NewsOK)
- Nursing homes want an interim care facility. (NewsOK)
- Warnings rise of a coming mental health crisis. (Tulsa World)
- FDA quickly approved device by Oklahoma City creator. (NewsOK)
- Experts say Oklahoma unemployment could hit between 10 to 15%. (Journal Record)
- Economic relief checks are coming. (Tulsa World)
- Self-employed workers are also getting help. (NewsOK)
- The federal government contacts tribal leaders on relief funds. (NewsOK)
- Sapulpa newspaper apologizes for April Fools’ Day Prank. (Tulsa World)
- Tulsans urged to complete the census. (Tulsa World)
- New sheriff takes over in Cleveland County. (NewsOK)
- First Christian Church moves out of iconic domed building. (NewsOK)
- OKC Mayor Holt speak out on the need for sports. (NewsOK)
