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Headlines: Oklahoma's murder rate increases, nursing homes limiting admission & Pokes rise in polls

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Local headlines for Monday, October 4, 2021

Oklahoma records the highest murder rate in decades for 2020. (NewsOK)

Pardon & Parole Board looks at clemency for death row inmate. (Tulsa World)

Former GOP Chairman nominated to Oklahoma County Jail Trust. (NewsOK)

Oklahoma’s Provisional Death Count from COVID-19 stands at 10,332. (KOSU)

Nursing homes are limiting admissions amid staffing shortage. (NewsOK)

Northeast Oklahoma school districts update COVID-19 numbers. (Tulsa World)

Retired colonel calls on Oklahomans to accept Afghan refugees. (Tulsa World)

Drought increases after a hot, dry September. (Tulsa World)

“Reservation Dogs” actor plans appearance at Mercury Lounge. (Tulsa World)

The OKC Memorial Marathon returns. (NewsOK)

Cowboys move up in the Associated Press Poll while the Sooners hold steady. (Tulsa World)

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