Oklahoma Set Execute

As Oklahoma puts inmate to death in last U.S. execution of 2024, 'all eyes' on Biden

Oklahoma on Thursday morning carried out the nation's final execution of 2024, putting to death a former grocery store stocker convicted of murdering a 10-year-old girl in 2006.

NBC News - 5h

Colorado and Oklahoma add quarterbacks from transfer portal

In another transfer portal move, Tennessee picked up former Arizona offensive lineman Wendell Moe Jr.

Yahoo Sports - 7h

Oklahoma set to execute man who killed girl, 10, during cannibalistic fantasy

Oklahoma is preparing to execute Kevin Underwood, who killed a 10-year-old girl during a cannibalistic fantasy. It would be the 25th and last scheduled U.S. execution this year.

CBS News - 11h

RFU to review controversial executive pay as rebellion grows

RFU bosses Bill Sweeney and Tom Ilube could face a vote of no confidence, with a motion calling for their dismissal gathering support.

BBC News - 23h

Indiana executes man convicted of quadruple murder

Indiana has executed Joseph Corcoran, convicted of a 1997 quadruple murder. It was the state's first execution in 15 years. WPTA's Justin Lemke reports.

NBC News - 1d

Milwaukee Bucks, Oklahoma City Thunder advance to NBA Cup championship game

The Milwaukee Bucks advanced to the finals of the NBA Cup and will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the championship game.

NBC News - 4d

Oklahoma transfer QB Arnold signs with Auburn

Oklahoma transfer quarterback Jackson Arnold has signed with Auburn, the school announced Saturday.

ESPN - 5d

Reports: Former Oklahoma QB Jackson Arnold transferring to Auburn

Arnold played in 10 of Oklahoma's 12 games this season.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Oklahoma moves toward final U.S. execution of 2024

Kevin Ray Underwood is scheduled to receive a lethal injection on Thursday, his 45th birthday.

CBS News - 6d

How Security Teams Protect Top Executives

Big companies are hurrying to adjust security protocols for top executives after the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO. Here’s how executive security teams approach the task.

The Wall Street Journal - 6d

The Tiny Oklahoma School Trying to Bring Religion Back to Classrooms

Officials in Oklahoma are laying the groundwork to push Christianity into public schools.

The New York Times - Dec. 12

'Executed, Executed, Dead From Sickness': The Grim Records From Syria's Notorious Prison

Syrians searching for missing loved ones are scouring the country’s most notorious prison for information and anyone still alive, while bodies of detainees recovered from the prison fill the ...

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 12

Executive 'hit lists' and wanted posters: NYPD warns about threats to executives

Online posts have listed the names and salaries of health insurance executives and "Wanted" signs have been posted in Manhattan, according to the bulletin.

ABC News - Dec. 10

FirstFT: Man charged with murder of healthcare executive

Also in today’s newsletter, Lula in intensive care, and Wall Street’s ‘Merger Monday’

Financial Times - Dec. 10

Manhunt for US executive’s killer becomes a search for motive

Luigi Mangione, charged with last week’s gruesome New York murder, has drawn wave of morbid admiration

Financial Times - Dec. 10

Luigi Mangione charged with murder of US insurance executive

Suspect was found in Pennsylvania with handwritten document suggesting ‘ill will to corporate America’

Financial Times - Dec. 10

Stellantis Shakes Up North American Executive Ranks

The moves mark the automaker’s most visible shake-up under an interim management committee headed by Chairman John Elkann.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 9

Gundy, Oklahoma State agree to restructured deal

Oklahoma State and Mike Gundy have reached an agreement on a restructured contract, and he will remain as the Cowboys' coach.

ESPN - Dec. 7

Killing of Brian Thompson Sets Off Fear Among Executives Already Worried About Safety

After Brian Thompson of UnitedHealthcare was killed in Manhattan, the phones at corporate security firms were “ringing off the hook.”

The New York Times - Dec. 6

Oklahoma City officer charged in violent arrest of elderly man

An Oklahoma City police sergeant has been charged with assault after slamming a 71-year-old Vietnamese man to ground and causing severe injuries. KFOR's John Hayes reports.

NBC News - Dec. 6

Prince Johnson, 72, Warlord Who Executed Liberia’s President, Dies

A rebel leader in Liberia’s civil wars, he was accused of numerous atrocities. The most notorious was the videotaped mutilation and killing of President Samuel Doe.

The New York Times - Dec. 6

Insurance executive's murder sparks online praise and hate

Support or sympathy for the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO spread on social media, alarming some experts.

NBC News - Dec. 5

Fake bomb threat targets homes of insurance executive killed in NYC: Police

Two residences owned by the family of slain UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson were targeted Wednesday evening in what police are describing as a “swatting” incident, according to the Minnesota ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

NYPD investigates bullet casing inscriptions in killing of insurance executive

Words ‘Deny’, ‘Defend’ and ‘Depose’ written on shells left at scene of shooting of UnitedHealth Group’s Brian Thompson

Financial Times - Dec. 5

Etsy Taps Eventbrite Leader as Finance Chief in Flurry of Executive Changes

The e-commerce company named Charles Baker as its next CFO, effective Jan. 1. He succeeds Rachel Glaser, whose retirement was announced in late July.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5

Airline executives blasted at Senate hearing over carrier fees

Lawmakers accuse airline executives of gouging travelers with "junk" fees. Carriers say they give people options.

CBS News - Dec. 5

Brian Thompson, Chief Executive of UnitedHealthcare, Dies at 50

Mr. Thompson, who was fatally shot in Midtown Manhattan, rose to the top of one of the world’s biggest insurance companies.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Wikler wins endorsements for DNC from MoveOn.org executive director, PCCC

The Progressive Change Campaign Committee (PCCC) and MoveOn.org's executive director endorsed Wisconsin Democratic Party chair Ben Wikler for Democratic National Committee chair on Wednesday. The ...

The Hill - Dec. 4

UnitedHealth Executive Shot Dead in Targeted Attack Outside Manhattan Hotel

Brian Thompson was shot shortly before UnitedHealth was set to hold its annual investors meeting.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4

UnitedHealth executive shot dead in ‘targeted’ attack in New York

Manhunt under way for the individual suspected of killing Brian Thompson

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Oklahoma flips OK State QB prospect Niu of Utah

Oklahoma completed the flip of three-star Oklahoma State quarterback pledge Jett Niu.

ESPN - Dec. 4

AstraZeneca appoints new China head after long-standing executive detained

Company veteran Iskra Reic moves to Shanghai after Leon Wang placed under investigation by authorities

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Airline executives defend seat fees before Senate panel

Executives from American, United, Delta, Frontier and Spirit are set to testify before a Senate panel Wednesday about their seating fees.

CNBC - Dec. 4

UnitedHealthcare Executive Fatally Shot on Shareholder Day in Manhattan

Brian Thompson, 50, was shot in the chest outside the Hilton hotel in Midtown and was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.

Inc. - Dec. 4

New motorsports leadership executives introduced as Andretti Global moves on without Andretti

The Associated Press has learned that two longtime NASCAR executives have been introduced at Andretti Global as part of the restructuring now that Michael Andretti has stepped aside

ABC News - Dec. 4

Airline executives to testify over "junk fees" at Senate hearing on Capitol Hill

Top airline executives will testify to senators Wednesday about extra fees they charge for bags, seats and boarding passes. A recent report found airlines make billions charging for so-called junk ...

CBS News - Dec. 4

Missouri man faces execution in girl's murder after governor denies clemency

Missouri is set to carry out its fourth execution this year on Tuesday night. The man condemned to death was convicted in a 9-year-old girl's 2007 murder.

CBS News - Dec. 3