Tulsa Recap: Soccer Comeback, Stormy Weather, and Community Happenings

Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for Sunday, July 13th, 2025. We hope everyone is having a relaxing weekend as we bring you the latest headlines and happenings shaping life in our city today. We start with breaking sports news from downtown. Last night at ONEOK Field, FC Tulsa pulled off a thrilling comeback against Las Vegas Lights FC. After falling behind in the second half, Tulsa’s Taylor Calheira brought us level with his fifth goal of the season. Then, in a dramatic finish, an own goal from Las Vegas sealed a 4-3 win for our team. Coach Luke Spencer praised the squad’s resilience and energy, and this victory extends the home unbeaten streak to four matches. FC Tulsa rises to 22 points in the league and next hosts Monterey Bay right here on Wednesday, so mark your calendars for more soccer action. Turning to the weather, Tulsa woke up to cloudy skies and temperatures hovering in the low 70s. We’re expecting a high around 83 today, with showers and heavier rain moving in later. The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the region, so if you’re headed out—whether it’s to the Gathering Place, Riverside, or a family barbecue—please drive carefully and watch for water on the roads. Rain chances linger through Monday, with a slow warming trend early next week. In city updates, construction crews are busy at Holy Family Cathedral downtown. After severe storm damage in 2023, a major roof repair is underway, including new copper shingles for the cathedral’s iconic spires. Work is scheduled to finish by year’s end, preserving a piece of Tulsa’s historic skyline at Boulder Avenue and 8th Street. For job seekers, the local market remains competitive. Landlords across Tulsa are responding to funding cuts by requesting rent hikes, leaving some tenants on the hunt for new affordable options, according to recent coverage from News On 6. If you’re affected, city hall is urging residents to check for updates on rental assistance programs which could help bridge the gap. On the community calendar, “Tulsa Made Week” brings top NFL and college athletes with Tulsa ties back to the city this weekend. Nearly 40 pros and college players are gathering for football, fellowship, and to mentor local youth, embracing the theme “The City of Underdogs.” Expect more events today and tomorrow, with a focus on inspiring the next generation through sports. Local schools are also making headlines—TPS juniors and seniors can now enroll in a free college course through the University of Oklahoma, expanding access to higher education and giving students a head start for fall. Now to our crime and public safety report. Tulsa police responded to a stabbing in an eastside neighborhood last night, and a teen suspect was quickly taken into custody. In a separate incident, a man was arrested for indecent exposure at Lynn Lane Reservoir. These cases remain under investigation, so community vigilance is appreciated. On a brighter note, we celebrate Daniel Ree This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.