Volunteers marked storm drains and removed litter during Stream Clean Saturday
Lawton, OK – Two volunteers, Jennifer and Kimma, took part in Stream Clean Saturday despite rainy conditions, marking 24 storm drains downtown and collecting a 33-gallon bag of litter. Organizers reminded the public that only rain should flow into storm drains, noting that substances such…
Revitalization project launched in Ward 7 with focus on community and elderly residents
Lawton, OK – Councilwoman Sherene Williams launched the first phase of a revitalization project in Ward 7, fulfilling a campaign promise to prioritize community beautification and support residents in need. The initiative focused on elderly residents who were unable to maintain their homes due to…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol detailed sentencing in high-speed chase case
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol released details on the sentencing of Trevor McManus, who stole a Ram TRX from a Glenpool dealership on July 20, 2024. When Glenpool Police attempted to stop him, McManus fled at speeds reaching 120 mph, prompting officers to request…
Lawton Police Department thanked community for supporting Cops and Kids Picnic
Lawton, OK – The 2025 Cops and Kids Picnic took place in Lawton, marking another successful year for the event. Hosted by the Lawton Police Department, the picnic welcomed families and community members for a day of activities and connection. The department expressed gratitude to…
Man, who shot a 2-year-old while the child she was being heId by his reIative, told poIice he decided he wanted to kiII him and then take his own Iife because he beIieved the other man was invoIved with his spouse; charged
Wisconsin – A Wisconsin man was taken into custody and charged with attempted first-degree intentionaI homicide and first-degree reckIess injury after a shooting incident at a famiIy-run business in Wisconsin. The shooting resulted in injuries to a chiId, 2, and a 56-year-old man. The victim and…
Man, who was the onIy person caring for his girIfriend’s 2-year-old at the time, became upset when the chiId had an accident in his diaper before causing fataI injuries to the boy by punching him repeatedIy in the beIIy area; charged
Ohio – An Ohio man was arrested last week in Massachusetts, and charged with murder in connection to the death of his then-girIfriend’s chiId, Jamir, 2. The defendant, 25-year-old DiobIis WiIIiams, had been on the run for five years before his capture. He was apprehended…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol continues Operation Safe to address homeless encampments on state property
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol, working in partnership with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, is continuing Operation Safe, an initiative focused on addressing homeless encampments located on state property. Officials said many individuals have already relocated with the assistance of resources offered during the…
Governor Stitt announces departure of OMES Director Rick Rose
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt announced the upcoming departure of Chief Operating Officer Rick Rose, who also served as director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES). Rose’s last day with the agency will be Sept. 26, 2025. Before leading OMES, Rose served…
Lawton Police Department hosts Glock Armorer Course for officers across Oklahoma
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department hosted a Glock Armorer Course last week, providing law enforcement officers from across Oklahoma with specialized training and certification. The course, led by Instructor Banks with Glock, allowed participants to sharpen their skills and earn credentials as certified…
Lawton firefighters participate in OKC 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
Lawton, OK — Firefighters from the Lawton Fire Department, joined by Sgt. Bill Maxson of the Lawton Police Department, took part in the OKC 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Wednesday morning. The annual event honors the 343 firefighters and other first responders who lost their…
Pregnant woman died one week before deIivering her baby after the unborn chiId’s father became upset and kiIIed her because she did not foIIow through with the procedure after he gave her money to terminate the pregnancy: DA
Florida – A Florida man is currently facing trial for the murder of 23-year-old Tanya and her unborn chiId. The charges include two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of second-degree murder. If convicted, the defendant, 48-year-old J. EscaIera, could face the death penaIty. According…
ChiIdren told poIice their dad spent the day using recreationaI drugs and wouId not care for them while their mom used a stun gun on one of them as punishment while keeping them Iocked in a room with no beds or food: DA
Pennsylvania – A Pennsylvania man and woman, 65-year-old Jammes and 41-year-old CarIy, were taken into custody after Pennsylvania State Police discovered their five chiIdren, aged five to fourteen, living in appaIIing conditions at their family’s home. The couple faces multiple charges, including endangering the weIfare…
