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Obama headed to Oklahoma on Sunday; death toll remains at 24 with 6 missing

Six people remain missing, but crews are no longer actively searching the rubble. View video of Gov. Fallin talking this morning about cleanup efforts and Janet Napolitano's visit.

Before and after: Images of what the tornado did to Moore
Obama to visit tornado-ravaged Oklahoma town
State Medical Examiner's Office releases names of Oklahomans who died in Moore tornado
NJ Gov. Chris Christie: Oklahoma tornado victims deserve aid
Oklahoma City mayor: Up to 13K homes hit by tornado
Moore mayor wants to require tornado shelters
2013 Moore Tornado: Find all the coverage from the Moore tornado, including photo slideshows and a video from the World’s award winning photographers.
How to help those affected by the Moore tornado
SLIDESHOW: Aerial photos show Moore tornado's destructive path
SLIDESHOW: Residents begin cleanup after devastating tornado strikes Moore
SLIDESHOW: Tornado hits Moore

 
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Oswalt to join Drillers on Friday

The three-time All-Star will be activated prior to Friday night's game at ONEOK Field. He will throw approximately 75 pitches in his first start with the club.

 
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Tornado has insurance industry poised for deluge of claims

As Oklahoma communities grapple with the devastation caused by this week's deadly tornadoes, the financial impact from the loss of homes and other property remains unclear.

 
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Brian Hunt: Budget must prioritize public education

We will be the first to admit, we were hoping for more to fund reforms.

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We have two pair of Paul McCartney tickets to give away. Want 'em?

Here’s your (two) chance(s) to win one of two pairs of tickets to see Paul McCartney perform May 30 at the BOK Center.

 
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How to help tornado victims and Marshall's fifth anniversary celebration

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A list of Oklahoma's 13 EF-5/F5 tornadoes since 1905

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VIDEO: Tulsa band of brothers Hanson walks red carpet (and sings) at 'Hangover Part III' premiere

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Sapulpa will send donations, proceeds from spring game to Moore tornado relief effort

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Arrested Development frozen bananas at Antoinette Baking Co.

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VIDEO: Toby Keith talks about his home town to CNN and Weather Channel, recovery concert with AP

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Looking for love: Former Tulsan is one of the suitors on "The Bachelorette"

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