Lawton, OK – Lawton Police Department recognized several officers for reaching 15 years of service, honoring their long-standing commitment to the community. Officials praised the officers for their professionalism, integrity, and dedication, noting their impact on both the department and the residents they serve in…

Lawton, OK – Lawton Police Department confirmed that one of its officers was arrested over the weekend by another jurisdiction and said the incident is currently under review. Department officials stated they are cooperating with the outside agency’s investigation while also examining the circumstances internally….

Lawton, OK – Lawton Police Department responded to a shooting in the 6400 block of Cache Road at approximately 1:23 a.m. on March 21, 2026, where multiple victims were transported to the hospital with injuries. The department’s Criminal Investigation Division processed the scene for several…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton is advancing its efforts to enhance community spaces with ongoing park improvements across the city. Recent renovations have transformed parks from Greer Park to Gooch Acres, with work now underway at Kathy Newcombe Park near Fort Sill Boulevard…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton Engineering Department has received the Gold Award for Excellence in Concrete Pavement from the Oklahoma/Arkansas Chapter of the American Concrete Pavement Association for the Gore Boulevard Rehabilitation Project, spanning SW 67th Street to SW 82nd Street. The award,…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton, Oklahoma recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for The Plex at the Lawton Fort Sill Sports Park, drawing a large crowd of community members and youth athletes. City officials said the event highlighted years of work by the Lawton…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is hosting a Motorcycle Safety Rider Course today in partnership with the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office. The course is scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Diamondback Harley-Davidson and is being led by experienced officers from the…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is reminding residents to take precautions as many families prepare to travel during Spring Break. Police encouraged travelers to lock their vehicles and secure their property before leaving home. Officials advised residents to remove valuable items from plain…

Lawton, OK – Twenty-eight volunteers helped remove more than 1,200 pounds of trash during a recent Stream Clean Saturday event along Numu Creek, according to the City of Lawton. City officials said the cleanup took place behind the Sheridan Road Walmart and continued along the…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton announced that work is underway on a $3.4 million rehabilitation project for the historic Gondola Dam in Medicine Park. City officials said the dam, which is more than 100 years old, has long been part of the area’s…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton said community members gathered for a Community Enrichment Department workshop at the Owens Multipurpose Center, where residents had the opportunity to learn more about city programs and available resources. City officials said the event drew a strong turnout,…