City of Lawton thanked the Student Council from Crosby Park Elementary School for visiting City Hall
Lawton, OK – City of Lawton thanked the Student Council from Crosby Park Elementary School for visiting City Hall on May 8. City officials said the visit provided an opportunity to share information about how the city operates, local history, and the role of the…
Lawton to host Armed Forces Day Parade downtown Saturday morning
Lawton, OK – City of Lawton announced the return of the Armed Forces Day Parade, which is scheduled to take place in downtown Lawton on Saturday at 10 a.m. City officials said temporary road closures will impact portions of C Avenue, 11th Street, and Fort…
Lawton Police Department honors fallen officers during National Police Week
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department continued recognizing National Police Week by honoring officers who lost their lives after years of service to their communities. In a social media post shared Wednesday, the department highlighted members of its Honor Guard standing watch over a…
Oklahoma Governor marks significant round of legislative decisions with sweeping laws expanding experimental health care access and changing schools, while blocking sentencing reform
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has signed 20 bills into law while vetoing eight others, marking a significant round of legislative decisions affecting a wide range of state policies. Among the signed measures, SB 330 authorizes the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medicine Authority to…
Oklahoma Governor Stitt comments on controversial nationwide review of Mexican consulates, calls for accountability
Oklahoma – Governo Kevin Stitt issued a statement supporting a U.S. Department of State review of Mexican consulates operating across the United States under President Donald Trump’s “America First” foreign policy approach. Stitt said he welcomes the review of all Mexican consulates, including the one…
Oklahoma Governor Stitt breaks silence on inmate release controversy, slams “politically motivated” accusations
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt is pushing back on what he described as politically motivated criticism following a grand jury report involving the early release of an inmate. Stitt said his thoughts are with victim Micaela Borrego and her family, noting the lasting impact…
Lawton Fire Department hosts first night of Citizens Fire Academy
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department held the first night of its Citizens Fire Academy this week, welcoming participants for an introductory session focused on department history and community engagement. Officials said the opening night provided an opportunity for attendees to meet firefighters and…
Lawton Police Department responds to domestic disturbance involving mental health crisis and safely resolves situation
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance on May 6, 2026, near the 2600 block of Northwest Cheyenne. According to the department, officers located an individual experiencing a mental health crisis inside a vehicle alongside another person. Officials said police…
