“America stands with the Jewish people,” Oklahoma Sen. Lankford says leaders like Mamdani should not be surprised when hatred spreads after New York attack over remarks about Israel
Oklahoma – “Antisemitism is not an abstract debate. It has real victims,” Arkansas Sen. James Lankford said after a stabbing attack in New York City that injured two men, including a Jewish man, as he warned that inflammatory rhetoric can contribute to the spread of…
Oklahoma Gov. Stitt praises Lawton officials, calling the move an example of local leadership to restore safety after City Council voted unanimously to close Tent City
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt praised Lawton officials after the City Council voted unanimously to close Tent City, calling the move an example of local leadership taking action to address safety concerns and restore order. “The City of Lawton’s decision to close Tent City…
Lawton Police seek public help locating wanted man with Comanche County warrant
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a wanted individual with an outstanding warrant in Comanche County. Police identified the individual as Chester Edwards, who is wanted on a Comanche County warrant, CF-2002-589, for failure to appear….
Lawton Fire wins friendly competition during Boots & Badges Blood Drive
Lawton, OK – Lawton firefighters came out on top during the annual Boots & Badges Blood Drive, but officials said the real winners were the patients who will benefit from the lifesaving donations. The City of Lawton announced the final results of the community blood…
Lawton firefighters return home after assisting South Texas flood response
Lawton, OK – Members of the Lawton Fire Department have returned home after assisting communities in South Texas affected by recent flooding. The department announced that its team had made it back safely and thanked the community for the support, thoughts, and prayers shared while…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol cadets complete one of academy’s toughest training exercises ahead of August graduation
Oklahoma – Cadets with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol’s 75th Academy recently completed one of the program’s most demanding training exercises as they prepare to graduate next month. According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the cadets finished their defensive tactics unit by participating in a scenario…
Oklahoma Sen. Lankford confronts President Trump’s nominee for intelligence chief over Iran terror threat, asked him how intelligence community can protect Americans
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford raised concerns about what he described as the growing terror threat from Iran during a Senate Intelligence Committee confirmation hearing, questioning President Donald Trump’s nominee for Director of National Intelligence about how he would address national security challenges if…
Lawton honors late Police Chief James Smith with correctional center renaming
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton officially honored the life and legacy of former Police Chief James Smith by renaming the city’s correctional center in his memory. During a ceremony held July 17, community members, city officials, and law enforcement personnel gathered as the…
