Economy

Catalyst event highlights AI’s role in healthcare innovation

Life Science Oklahoma opened its new Catalyst series last week with a keynote from Kathy VanEnkevort, Microsoft’s U.S. Health and Life Sciences industry leader.

By Lynzee Misseldine

Economy / November 24, 2025

Google and OKC Thunder partner to expand AI access in Oklahoma

Google and the Oklahoma City Thunder announced a partnership to expand artificial intelligence training and resources across Oklahoma. The effort is part of Google’s $5 million statewide investment to give students and workers practical AI and job-ready skills.

By Chamber Staff

Events / November 24, 2025

Automobile Alley ribbon cutting to celebrate ‘Better Broadway’ improvements

Oklahoma City will celebrate a safer, more walkable Broadway Avenue as the Automobile Alley Streetscape project reaches completion. The city will hold a ribbon cutting at 11 a.m. Nov. 25 on the southeast corner of Broadway Avenue and NW 9th Street. Mayor David Holt will lead the ceremony.

By Chamber Staff

Inside OKC / November 21, 2025

New report identifies OKC’s most urgent mental health challenges

An in-depth assessment of Oklahoma City’s needs around mental health and substance use found serious challenges in the community’s behavioral health system, including a lack of intensive services for people with serious mental illness, inadequate supports for children and youth, and an overreliance on inappropriate settings of care like emergency rooms for mental health crises.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / November 20, 2025

Oklahoma ranks among nation’s most affordable states for renters

Oklahoma continues to offer some of the most affordable housing in the country, according to the Census Bureau’s 2024 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates. The state ranked ninth lowest in median rent nationwide at $1,044, well below the U.S. median of $1,487.

By Chamber Staff

Inside OKC / November 19, 2025

Berry Rock breaks ground on new flatiron-district building in OKC

A striking new addition to Oklahoma City’s skyline is taking shape in the Flatiron District. On Sept. 23, project leaders, developers and designers broke ground on the Berry Rock Building, a four-story landmark at 616 N. Walnut Ave. expected to serve as a bridge between downtown and the growing Innovation District.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / November 18, 2025

Oklahoma’s median down payment ranks among lowest in the nation

According to Bankrate, Oklahoma has the 5th lowest median down payment among all states, with a median of $27,600.

By Chamber Staff

Inside OKC / November 17, 2025

New ‘Howdy’ mural welcomes visitors to OKC Convention Center

A new mural titled “Howdy” now greets visitors inside the Oklahoma City Convention Center. Created by local artist Nick Bayer, the 17-by-20-foot piece joins the City’s growing public art collection.

By Chamber Staff

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