“Only American citizens should vote in American elections,” Oklahoma Sen. Lankford responds after President Trump calls for secure elections and takes aim at voter ID debate
Oklahoma – Sen. James Lankford said only American citizens should be allowed to vote in U.S. elections and called for stronger voter identification requirements nationwide, arguing that every state should adopt policies similar to Oklahoma’s election laws. Lankford, R-Okla., made the comments in a series…
Oklahoma Gov. Stitt announces major change for foster children, ending state practice of using Social Security survivor benefits to cover costs
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt announced that the state will end the practice of diverting Social Security survivor benefits from foster youth, allowing the funds to remain available for the children they were intended to support. The decision was announced in partnership with the…
Lawton Police Department responds to I-44 traffic accident, announces roadway reopens after overnight cleanup
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department announced that a section of Interstate 44 has reopened after an overnight closure caused by a traffic accident near the Cache Road exit. According to police, the affected eastbound lanes on the I-44 tri-level interchange were closed while…
Lawton Police Department hosts Junior Citizens Police Academy to introduce youth to law enforcement
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department recently wrapped up its Junior Citizens Police Academy, giving young participants a behind-the-scenes look at the many roles and responsibilities within the department. Held over the course of a week, the program allowed children to learn about the…
Oklahoma AG Drummond says government employee’s “comments attacking the credibility of ICE do not reflect the values of Oklahomans” after remarks go viral
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond is condemning comments made by an Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation employee about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), saying the remarks do not represent the values of the state and arguing that anyone in Oklahoma law enforcement…
Lawton Police Department celebrates graduation of Academy Class 2026-24 after 24 weeks of training
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department celebrated the graduation of Academy Class 2026-24, marking the successful completion of the department’s 24-week police academy. Department officials recognized the graduates for their commitment and dedication, noting that 24 weeks earlier they had chosen a career focused…
“No one should be imprisoned for living out their faith,” Oklahoma Sen. Lankford thanks President Trump after pastor imprisoned for nearly nine months is released
Oklahoma – U.S. Sen. James Lankford welcomed the release of Pastor Ezra Jin from a Chinese prison, saying no one should be jailed for practicing their faith and calling on the Chinese Communist Party to free others who remain imprisoned for their religious beliefs. In…
Lawton Police chief highlights community partnership during Great Plains Ambucs meeting
Lawton, OK – Lawton Police Chief Curtis Akard spoke to members of Great Plains Ambucs about the department’s ongoing efforts to serve the community and strengthen partnerships with local organizations. According to the Lawton Police Department, Chief Akard was invited to share information about the…
Mayor Stan Booker visits Abundant Life STEM Camp, explores student engineering and robotics projects
Lawton, OK – Mayor Stan Booker visited the Abundant Life STEM Camp, where he met with students and learned about the hands-on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics projects they have been working on throughout the program. During the visit, Booker explored lessons on simple and…
Lawton Police Department celebrates retirement of longtime sergeant after nearly 30 years of service
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department announced the retirement of Sergeant Greg Ellis, Badge #108, following 29½ years of service to the Lawton-Fort Sill community. According to the department, Ellis began his career on January 4, 1997, and spent approximately 22 years in the…
Lawton Police Department asks public for help locating two wanted individuals accused of entering with intent to steal copper
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating two wanted individuals connected to Comanche County warrants. According to the department, authorities are searching for Alphonso Salazar and Orrin Goodson, both wanted on charges of entering with intent to…
Lawton Police Department welcomes law enforcement officers for statewide gang investigators conference
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department welcomed more than 150 law enforcement officers from across Oklahoma as the city hosted this year’s Oklahoma Gang Investigators Association conference. The conference was held at the Hilton Garden Inn in Lawton and focused on gang awareness, emerging…
