Voter turnout in north Tulsa has been historically low. Outreach workers say it doesn’t have to stay that way — but candidates and parties need to overcome key obstacles ahead of a crucial fall election.
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North Tulsans worry lack of early voting site will keep people from getting to the polls
Hundreds have signed a petition requesting another in-person early voting site to serve north Tulsa following the county election board’s move and a precinct change.
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Two years after closing, Black Wall Street Liquid Lounge makes its north Tulsa return
The coffee shop, which was once a staple on Black Wall Street from 2019 to 2024 officially reopened this week on the first floor of the Greenwood Cyber + AI Center in north Tulsa.
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What type of leader does north Tulsa need? Here’s what District 1 candidates said.
Four candidates hoping to be the next District 1 City Councilor for north Tulsa shared how they would serve in the role at a Thursday night forum. Incumbent Vanessa Hall-Harper declined to participate.
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Where do north Tulsa council candidates stand on public safety, streets and sidewalks? We break it down.
A month out from Election Day, five candidates running for Tulsa City Council District 1 addressed disparities between neighborhoods and what it will take to reduce crime.
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Don Thompson bore witness to Tulsa history. Now his photography is in the spotlight at Hulett Collection.
Don Thompson captured the impact of urban renewal policies on Greenwood. A Cherry Street gallery puts the 88-year-old photographer on center stage through September.
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New Grocery Box mural pays homage to north Tulsa’s past with a nod to the present and future
The mural features old icons like Cooper’s Produce and Pete’s BBQ. Grocery store officials say it also highlights the resilience of the neighborhood.
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What’s next for the former Rudisill Library site? Councilor lays out vision, addresses rumors.
Vanessa Hall-Harper wants to turn the former Rudisill Library site into “the epicenter of entrepreneurship” in north Tulsa. It’s located just across the way from the Greenwood Cyber AI lab.
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Thomas Moore becomes fifth candidate running to represent District 1 on Tulsa City Council
Thomas Moore joins Corinice Wilson, Reggie Williams Jr. and Mareo Johnson as another challenger for Councilwoman Vanessa Hall-Harper.
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At free monthly markets, Stored Goodness wants north Tulsa families to feel comfortable seeking help
For north Tulsa native Montoyria Jones, providing free groceries is half the battle. Her markets provide families with a dignified shopping experience.
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Tulsans and tourists gather in Greenwood to celebrate and reflect on Juneteenth
Thousands of people gathered in Tulsa’s Greenwood District to celebrate Juneteenth. The new security measures did little to dampen the fun.
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Ahead of Tulsa’s Juneteenth Festival, pastors and organizers pray for peace, safety and unity
Lauren Corbitt-Evans, executive director of Tulsa Juneteenth, said the prayers ahead of the event lifted some of the stress she’d been feeling about this year’s festival.