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New Year’s Rev rocks TIFF with OKC roots

A punk rock road trip with deep Oklahoma roots just made its world debut on one of the biggest international stages. New Year’s Rev, a comedic coming-of-age film sparked by an idea from Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September. Behind its rebellious humor and cross-country storyline is a story that shines a spotlight on Oklahoma City’s rising film industry.

By Lynzee Misseldine
Inside OKC / November 27, 2025

OKC’s Olympic movement underway

Oklahoma City recently marked 1,000 days until the 2028 Summer Olympics and showcased the city's readiness and its commitment to providing a world-class hosting experience as part of the LA28 Olympic Games. LA28 will bring the Olympic and Paralympic Games to Los Angeles in 2028, uniting more than 15,000 of the world’s top athletes in a celebration of sport, culture and human potential.

By Lauren King
Lifestyle / November 26, 2025

How to spend Thanksgiving in OKC

Oklahoma City offers a full slate of Thanksgiving Day options, from early brunch services to community meals and evening events. Residents can plan the day around food, fellowship and activities across the metro.

By Chamber Staff
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
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
State of the City / January 18, 2018
Mick Cornett
Former mayor of Oklahoma City
I have had the good fortune to visit with mayors and chamber leadership from coast to coast. The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber is the best chamber of commerce anywhere.
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