Detectives with the Lawton Police Department are currently investigating a shooting at SW Sheridan Road and SW E Ave
Lawton, OK – According to the police officials, when Lawton Police Department officers arrived on scene, they located two victims with gunshot wounds. The first victim was pronounced deceased on scene. The second victim was transported to a hospital for medical treatment. The Lawton Police…
Governor Stitt announced his participation in the National Governors Association’s Disagree Better initiative, state officials say
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, alongside the Chairman of Special Olympics, Tim Shriver, Governor Stitt will begin a campaign to promote healthy disagreement. NGA’s Disagree Better initiative recognizes that despite the political polarization in the United States, we can work through our…
Governor Stitt vetoed Senate Bill 1196 and released following statement explaining his veto
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, Governor Stitt vetoed Senate Bill 1196 and released following statement explaining his veto: “This legislation is unnecessary because the law is already clear: The Governor can choose his cabinet from among the agency directors. It was clear…
The Lawton Youth Sports Trust Authority took a huge leap forward in bringing an indoor sports complex to Lawton, Oklahoma during their monthly meeting at Lawton City Hall
Lawton, OK – According to the city officials, trustees voted unanimously to accept purchase contracts for multiple pieces of property on the east side of Lawton. The property is located just south of MacArthur High School at the corner of East Gore Boulevard and SE…
Governor Kevin Stitt delivered his State of the State address to Oklahoma’s 59th Legislature
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, Governor Stitt outlined his priorities for the 2024 regular legislative session, focusing on making Oklahoma the most business friendly state in the nation, limiting the growth of government by cutting taxes, expanding education freedom, and reinforcing public…
The Lawton Police Department is hosting a free motorcycle safety course to the public, officials say
Lawton, OK – Police officials released a statement, saying that registration is required prior to the class. Upon registration, you will receive a waiver that must be signed. This class will consist of slow speed cone patterns, emergency braking, throttle control and friction zone. After…
The Lawton Police Department is now accepting applications for the July 2024 Academy
Lawton, OK – According to the police officials, they are now accepting applications for the July 2024 Academy. The Lawton Police Department released the following statement: “Be the change you want to see in your community. Answer the call and invest in a career with…
Gov. Stitt announced the receipt of the highly anticipated Modernized Operations through Data and Evidence-based Restoration Now Justice Task Force report
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, the culmination of months of dedicated work by a diverse group of stakeholders, the report is a first-of-its-kind intensive review of Oklahoma’s jails and provides 15 policy recommendations to address public safety, jail populations, recidivism, and cost-effectiveness…
All lanes of eastbound I-244 will be closed between the I-44 western split and the US-75 junction beginning Monday through summer as part of a pavement rehabilitation project
Eugene, OR – According to the ODOT officials, Eastbound I-44 motorists bound for I-244 will be able to detour using eastbound I-44 and northbound US-75. After the eastbound lanes are completed, westbound I-244 will be closed in the same area. Also beginning Monday, east and…
Oklahomans receiving a refund this tax season can champion the wild by donating all or a portion of their refund to the Wildlife Department’s Wildlife Diversity Program
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, tax refund donations can be made on Schedule 511-H of the 2023 state return, which must be filed with theOklahoma Tax Commission by April 15, 2024. Income Tax Form 511 is available from the Oklahoma Tax Commission…
Governor Kevin Stitt released the following statement regarding the Senate’s unwillingness to vote on tax cuts
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, Governor Kevin Stitt released the following statement: “All I asked was for Senator Treat to put a quarter-point tax cut up for a vote. The Senate is refusing to do what 65% of Oklahomans support: cutting taxes. If…
Shooting at 1604 SW E Ave leaves one person dead, suspect in custody
Lawton, OK – According to the police officials, the shooting occurred at 1604 SW E Ave. Lawton Police Department officers responded to a shooting call. When officers arrived, they gave commands to the suspect to step out with his hands up. The suspect complied with…
