Oklahoma Lawmaker Proposes Bill Requiring Seatbelts on School Buses
LAWTON, Okla. — A new bill filed by an Oklahoma lawmaker aims to make the journey to and from school safer for students across the state by requiring all school buses to be equipped with seatbelts or harnesses. The proposed legislation comes in response to…
Freshman Senator Kendal Sacchieri Focuses on Building Relationships and Educating Constituents at State Capitol
Lawton, OK – Freshman Senator Kendal Sacchieri, representing District 43, is making her presence felt at the Oklahoma State Capitol with a clear mission: to build strong relationships with fellow lawmakers and advocate for her district’s needs. Sacchieri, who has only recently begun her tenure,…
Duncan Job Fair to Offer Wide Range of Opportunities for Local Job Seekers
LAWTON, Okla. – In a recent Community Conversations segment on 7News, Haley Wilson and Dave Hunter spoke with Lyle Roggow, President of the Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation (DAEDF), about an exciting event coming to Duncan. The upcoming Duncan Job Fair, organized by DAEDF, promises…
Uncertainty Surrounds Temporary Federal Fund Freeze in Oklahoma
LAWTON, Okla. – A late-night memo from the White House Budget Office has caused widespread concern after it ordered federal agencies to temporarily halt disbursement of funds that do not align with the executive orders signed by President Donald Trump. While the directive was intended…
Gas Leak Reported Near Cache Middle School in Cache, Okla
LAWTON, Okla. – A gas leak was reported near Cache Middle School (CMS) around 12:30 p.m. today, prompting an immediate response from local crews. The leak, located east of CMS, led to emergency crews being dispatched to the area to address the issue. Officials on…
Lawton City Council Discusses Proposed Pit Bull Ban Amid Community Debate
LAWTON, Okla. — The chambers of Lawton City Hall were filled with concerned residents on Tuesday evening as the City Council heard a presentation from City Prosecutor Alan Rosenbaum regarding the issue of “dangerous dogs.” One of the key proposals discussed was the potential ban…
Structure Fire Engulfs Abandoned Home in Lawton
LAWTON, Okla. – A structure fire broke out on the evening of January 28 at a vacant home located at 910 SW Park Ave. Authorities received the initial call around 6:30 p.m., with a Lawton Police Department (LPD) officer alerting emergency crews to the scene….
Oklahoma City Restaurant Incident Sparks Confusion Over ICE Activity
Oklahoma City, OK – A recent incident at Pearl’s Crabtown in Oklahoma City has sparked confusion and concern after viral social media posts suggested a federal immigration raid took place at the popular Bricktown restaurant. However, local authorities have clarified that the operation was part…
Oklahoma Legislature to Consider Major Education Bills Impacting Schools
Oklahoma City, OK — The Oklahoma Legislature is set to debate a series of bills that could significantly alter the landscape of education in the state. Among the proposals are changes to teacher pay, restrictions on cell phone usage in classrooms, and limitations on state…
Car Crash in Lawton Flips Vehicle onto Its Roof, No Injuries Reported
LAWTON, Okla. – A car crash occurred in Lawton on Monday afternoon, leaving one vehicle overturned on Fort Sill Boulevard. The incident took place just before 3 p.m. and involved two cars. According to reports from the scene, one of the vehicles was flipped onto…
Oklahoma Attorney General Takes Legal Battle Over Birth Certificates to U.S. Supreme Court
Lawton, OK – Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond has escalated the state’s ongoing legal battle over transgender individuals’ ability to update their birth certificates. Drummond filed a petition with the U.S. Supreme Court this week, urging the Justices to review a case that could have…
72-Year-Old Man Dies After ATV Flips Into Pond in Oklahoma County
Oklahoma County, Okla. — A 72-year-old man tragically lost his life on Friday night after his ATV flipped into a pond, pinning him underneath the water. The incident occurred around 7:30 p.m. near North Westminster Road and Waterloo Road. Authorities report that the man was…
