News on 6 delivers Tulsa’s breaking news and weather updates through multiple platforms, serving as the region’s primary source for developing stories, severe weather alerts, and live coverage of Oklahoma events. The station, known as KOTV, operates NewsOn6.com, mobile apps for iOS and Android, YouTube channels, social media accounts, and radio broadcasts on 1170 KOTV-AM to reach residents across Green Country.
As Tulsa’s first television station, News on 6 signed on the air on October 15, 1949, establishing itself as a foundational news outlet for the region. The station’s news department began operations along with the station, originally consisting of 15-minute newscasts at noon and 6 p.m. Over the decades, the station expanded its coverage and now maintains a comprehensive news operation that covers local, state, and national stories affecting Oklahoma residents.
The weather coverage remains a cornerstone of News on 6’s service to the community. The station’s meteorologists provide real-time Tulsa weather updates, severe storm alerts, forecasts, radar information, and travel advisories through dedicated weather platforms and daily broadcasts. During periods of active severe weather, such as heat advisories and thunderstorm warnings, the team delivers frequent updates to keep residents informed and safe. The News on 6 Weather team maintains a YouTube channel with daily forecasts and overnight weather briefings that viewers can access on demand.
News on 6 also delivers breaking news coverage across its digital ecosystem. The station’s newscast livestream allows viewers to watch coverage throughout the day, while the mobile app provides push notifications for developing stories. Through its social media presence on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram, the station reaches audiences seeking immediate updates on incidents, weather events, and community news. Weather alerts and severe thunderstorm updates exemplify how local stations now distribute critical safety information across multiple channels to ensure residents receive timely warnings.
The station’s mission centers on keeping Oklahomans safe, informed, and connected. NewsOn6.com serves as the digital hub for news stories, weather information, sports coverage, and community events. The platform allows residents to submit photos and videos, participate in weather reporting, and access archived newscasts. News on 6 also produces podcasts and offers newsletters that deliver curated updates directly to subscribers’ inboxes, extending its reach beyond traditional broadcast times.
Sources
- NewsOn6.com — confirmed News on 6 as Tulsa and Green Country’s leading source for breaking news, developing stories, local weather, Oklahoma sports, and live video; verified weather coverage platforms and real-time alert systems.
- Google Play Store — described News on 6 mobile app as providing breaking news, developing stories, local weather, Oklahoma sports, and live video for Tulsa region.
- Apple App Store — confirmed News on 6 app functionality and positioning as Tulsa and Green Country’s leading news source.
- NewsOn6.com History Page — stated News on 6 signed on air October 15, 1949 as Tulsa’s first television station.
- Wikipedia (KOTV-DT) — confirmed channel 6’s news department began operations October 22, 1949 with 15-minute newscasts at noon and 6 p.m.
- Facebook (KOTV – News On 6) — verified station’s mission to keep Oklahomans safe, informed, and connected; confirmed breaking news and severe weather coverage operations.
