Local headlines for Friday, March 5, 2021:
- 85 new deaths from COVID-19 bring the state total to 7,122. (Tulsa World)
- Health officials warn against relaxing restrictions. (Tulsa World)
- Abortion-derived cells in vaccine could pose moral dilemma for Catholics. (NewsOK)
- Jobless claims cost state $4.4B in the past year. (Tulsa World)
- Two more Oklahomans arrested for capitol insurrection. (Tulsa World)
- Senate gets ready for vote to roll back aspects of criminal justice reform. (Oklahoma Watch)
- State House passes data privacy bill. (Tulsa World)
- Appeals Court upholds handwriting expert’s testimony. (Journal Record)
- TPS launches programs to help with pandemic-related learning gaps. (Tulsa World)
- Norman educator named 2021 Teacher of the Year. (NewsOK)
- Habitat for Humanity plans $35M initiative in north Tulsa. (Tulsa World)
- OKC Chamber says retail sector is making a steady comeback. (Journal Record)
- New Athletic Director to take over at Oklahoma State. (Tulsa World)
- Baylor snaps Cowboys winning streak. (Tulsa World)
- Thunder star Shae Gilgeous-Alexander helps his team rally past the Spurs. (NewsOK)
