Gov. Stitt signs wide-ranging education, tax, medical marijuana, environmental and regulatory reform bills into law while vetoing measure to extend Oklahoma Advisory Council on Indian Education
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt signed a wide range of legislation into law on April 20, 2026, while issuing one veto, according to an official release. The governor approved several bills covering transportation, education, taxation, environmental policy, and regulatory reform. Among the signed measures was…
Oklahoma approves benefit increases as lawmakers estimate changes could carry long-term cost of more than $300 million to pension system
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Republican lawmakers advanced a series of bills providing cost-of-living adjustments for retired public employees, including teachers, police officers, firefighters, judges, and other state retirees, as part of a broader budget agreement tied to ongoing pension and fiscal policy discussions. The measures were…
Lawton Fire Department responds to injured hiker in Wichita Mountains in coordinated rescue effort
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department responded to an injured hiker in the Wichita Mountains on April 16, working alongside the U.S. Wildland Fire Service and the Comanche Nation Fire Department to reach the individual and provide assistance. Crews located and assisted the hiker…
Oklahoma man arrested after entering his former school armed and attempting to shoot student before weapon malfunctioned, tackled by school principal who was shot in the leg during struggle
Oklahoma – Oklahoma man was arrested last week after a shooting incident at PauIs VaIIey High SchooI in Oklahoma, where authorities say he entered the campus armed with two handguns and attempted to carry out an attack before being stopped by school staff. According to multiple…
Governor Kevin Stitt expresses appreciation to state lawmakers after signing a bill updating dental insurance fee rules and claims handling, calling it an anti-price fixing measure
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt signed SB 1942 into law on Tuesday, advancing legislation related to dental insurance claim regulations in Oklahoma. The bill, SB 1942, amends 36 O.S. 2021, Section 7301, which governs dental plan fee regulation. The update modifies the existing definition within…
Lawton City Council recognizes student achievement, community service, and public safety initiatives during meeting
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton, Oklahoma, highlighted student achievements, community service efforts, and public safety awareness initiatives during the April 14 City Council meeting. The MacArthur High School Highlander Battalion JROTC Drill and Color Guard teams were recognized for earning their fifth consecutive…
Lawton Police Department thanks community for support during Bagging with Badges event benefiting Special Olympics
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department expressed appreciation to the Lawton-Fort Sill community following a recent fundraising event held in support of Special Olympics athletes. According to the department, officers participated alongside Special Olympics athletes in the “Bagging with Badges” event, which helped raise…
Lawton Police Department reports shooting at Wingstop leaves one dead, suspect in custody
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department reported a shooting incident that occurred on April 13, 2026, at approximately 2:40 p.m. at a Wingstop restaurant located on NW Cache Road in Lawton. According to officials, officers responded to reports of a shooting at the business,…
Gov. Stitt issues statement following federal judge’s rejection of proposed settlement agreements in long-running eastern Oklahoma poultry case involving growers
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt released a statement following a federal judge’s decision to reject proposed settlement agreements submitted by Attorney General Drummond in a long-running legal case involving poultry growers in eastern Oklahoma. The governor said his “heart goes out” to poultry growers facing…
Lawton Fire Department airport personnel complete annual certification burns
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department announced that its airport personnel completed their annual certification burns as part of ongoing training requirements. Officials said the exercise is conducted regularly to ensure firefighters maintain readiness and proficiency in essential fire suppression skills. The department emphasized…
Lawton police to bag groceries at Homeland stores for Special Olympics fundraiser
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department announced it will participate in a community fundraiser on April 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at both Homeland locations in Lawton. During the event, officers will assist customers by bagging groceries, with all tips collected…
Lawton Police Department addresses review of arrest involving U.S. service member
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department said it is aware of an arrest that occurred on March 30 involving a U.S. service member and noted that the circumstances surrounding the incident are currently under review. Officials said the department understands the situation has raised…
