Tulsa Tech Boom, Homeless Aid, and a Tense Encounter: Your Local Pulse for January 12, 2025.

Good morning, this is Tulsa Local Pulse for January 12, 2025. We're starting with some breaking news from the past few days. Tulsa police are investigating the city's second homicide of 2025, which occurred near 1st and Utica in midtown Tulsa. A body was found in a field with numerous injuries, and police are still working to determine the cause of death and identify a suspect[5]. Moving on to the job market, Tulsa is experiencing a significant boom in the tech sector. The city has been designated as an official Tech Hub by the U.S. Economic Development Administration, with a projection of 56,000 new tech jobs over the next decade. These jobs are expected to have an average salary of $67,000, which is well above the local average. Major projects like an AI Center of Excellence and advanced testing facilities are driving this growth, making Tulsa a key destination for tech careers[2]. In real estate news, the Tulsa Metropolitan Area Planning Commission met on January 8 to discuss several rezoning requests. One notable request was from Tekton Homes, LLC, to rezone a property east of the northeast corner of East 4th Place and South Harvard Avenue from RS-3 to RM-2. Another request was from Tony Popp to rezone a property southwest of the intersection of West Archer Street and North Guthrie Avenue from IM to CBD[3]. From city hall, we have an update on efforts to help the homeless population during the cold weather. The city is working to provide shelter and resources to those in need, and organizations like the Tulsa City-County Library are offering additional support through programs like the Ruth G. Hardman Adult Literacy Service[4]. Weather-wise, it's going to be a chilly day today with temperatures in the mid-30s. We're expecting partly cloudy skies, so it's a good idea to bundle up if you're planning on being outdoors. Looking ahead, we're expecting a slight warming trend over the next few days. In new business activity, we have a few updates. The Tulsa Remote program has been a game-changer, bringing in over 1,200 remote workers who are contributing to a massive economic boost. Additionally, companies are flocking to Tulsa, with about 150 new tech companies expected to set up shop in the next few years[2]. Upcoming community events include the Tulsa City-County Library's ongoing literacy program and library card sign-ups. The library offers a wide range of resources and programming, including meeting rooms and browsing areas at its 24 locations throughout Tulsa County[4]. In local school achievements, we have a quick mention of the Tulsa Public Schools' efforts to support employees working out-of-state amid Governor Stitt's order to return to office[1]. Finally, in today's crime report, we have an update on a recent arrest. A Tulsa man was arrested for allegedly waving a green Glock at a family near 15th and Yale[1]. This has been Tulsa Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.