Gov. Stitt takes aim at Texas after Gov. Abbott announces three-year degree plan, says “Oklahoma always a step above Texas” as OU pioneers 90-hour bachelor’s degree
Oklahoma – Gov. Kevin Stitt took aim at Texas while highlighting Oklahoma’s push toward faster college degrees, saying Oklahoma is “always a step above Texas” as the University of Oklahoma moves forward with 90-hour bachelor’s degree programs. “Oklahoma – always a step above Texas!” Stitt…
Oklahoma trooper pulls driver over for following too closely, discovers active pipe bomb, explosive materials, rifle, ammunition and armed driver during search
Oklahoma – A routine traffic stop in Oklahoma led to the discovery of an active pipe bomb, explosive materials and firearms, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. The trooper initially stopped a passenger vehicle for following another vehicle too closely. After speaking with the driver,…
Lawton police thank community and first responders following wildfire response
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department thanked the Lawton community and fellow first responders for their support following the wildfires that affected the area. In a message shared by the department, officials highlighted a heartfelt note from a community member thanking firefighters, police officers,…
Lawton Police ask public for help locating wanted woman with Comanche County warrant
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Mameneta Attocknie, a Native American woman wanted on a Comanche County warrant. Police said Attocknie is wanted in case CF 2025-193 for failure to appear. She is described as 5…
Lawton Fire Department responds to Indiahoma fire as multiple units assist crews
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department responded to the Indiahoma Fire Saturday, sending multiple units to the scene as firefighters worked to contain the blaze. Lawton police officers were also assisting with scene security, according to the department. Despite the fire’s proximity to the…
Oklahoma AG Drummond demands Gov. Stitt fire Secretary of State, says footage makes it “clear” he was “thoroughly inebriated” and “very likely lied” to police
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond is calling on Gov. Kevin Stitt to fire Secretary of State Ben Lepak after reviewing body-camera footage from Lepak’s recent public intoxication arrest. “After reviewing footage from law enforcement body cameras, it is clear that Secretary of State…
Oklahoma AG Drummond says “his duty is not to foreign interests attempting to force a harmful project” after asking federal judge to return Inola smelter lawsuit to state court
Lawton, OK – “My duty is to the people of Oklahoma – not to foreign interests attempting to force a harmful project on a peaceful community. That’s why I’m continuing to stand against the proposed aluminum smelter in court, even in the face of incredible…
Lawton Citizens Academy enters 4th week with lessons on 911 dispatch and city planning
Lawton, OK – Participants in the City of Lawton’s Citizens Academy explored emergency communications and city planning during the program’s fourth week. The session provided participants with a behind-the-scenes look at how city departments operate and how different systems are used to support emergency response…
