Oklahoma Lawmaker Introduces Bitcoin Reserve Act to Prepare for Future of Digital Assets
Lawton, OK— Oklahoma Representative Cody Maynard has introduced a new piece of legislation, the Bitcoin Reserve Act, designed to position the state for the growing influence of digital assets in the global economy. The bill aims to allow Oklahoma’s state savings accounts and pension funds…
Oklahoma Governor Proposes Creation of Independent State Militia
Lawton, OK — Governor Kevin Stitt’s proposal to create a state militia independent from the Oklahoma National Guard is sparking debate among state lawmakers. Major General Thomas Mancino, the commander of the Oklahoma Army and Air National Guard, presented the idea during a Senate panel’s…
Deadly Crash on HE Bailey Turnpike Under Investigation
LAWTON, Okla. — Authorities are investigating a fatal crash that occurred just outside of Fletcher, Oklahoma, on the HE Bailey Turnpike. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) reported that the collision took place a little after 11 a.m. on Monday, January 14. According to OHP, Jennifer…
Lawton City Council Kicks Off 2025 with Full Agenda and New Faces
LAWTON, Okla. – The Lawton City Council’s first regular meeting of 2025 was packed with important discussions and decisions, as council members took on a lengthy agenda and welcomed a new face to the dais. R.L. Smith was sworn in as the new representative for…
Oklahoma Superintendent Files $474 Million Lawsuit Against Federal Officials Over Border Policies
Lawton, OK – Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has filed a $474 million lawsuit against U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas and ICE Deputy Director Peter Flores. The lawsuit, announced today, claims that the Biden administration’s border policies have caused significant financial and operational…
Oklahoma Senator Proposes Bill to Remove Hunting Permits for Feral Hogs
LAWTON, Okla. — Oklahoma Senator Dusty Deevers has introduced a new bill aimed at eliminating the need for permits to hunt feral hogs, a move he believes will help Oklahomans better protect themselves from the damage these invasive animals cause each year. The proposed “Free…
Lawton City Council Kicks Off 2025 with New Faces and Plans for the Future
LAWTON, Okla. — The Lawton City Council convened for the first time in 2025, marking the start of a new year with a special session dedicated to welcoming new leadership and outlining the city’s goals for the upcoming months. The meeting began with heartfelt remarks…
Oklahoma Governor Launches Secure Oklahoma NOW Initiative to Combat Terrorism Threats
Lawton, OK – On January 13, 2025, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed an executive order establishing the Secure Oklahoma NOW (Not on Our Watch) initiative, a comprehensive plan designed to strengthen the state’s defense against terrorism and enhance public safety. The executive order empowers the…
Motion for New Trial Filed in 1984 Geronimo Bank Robbery Case
Lawton, OK –Robert Grady Johnson, who has been serving a life sentence for his involvement in the 1984 Geronimo bank robbery that resulted in the deaths of four people, has filed a motion for a new trial. The motion, submitted to the court recently, cites…
Oklahoma Senate Bill 484 Seeks to Restrict Municipalities’ Role in Addressing Homelessness
Lawton, Okla. — A new bill introduced to the Oklahoma State Senate has raised concerns over the state’s approach to homelessness, as it would limit the ability of smaller municipalities to provide essential services to unhoused individuals. Senate Bill 484, authored by newly elected Senator…
Early Morning Apartment Fire at Mason Manor Displaces Residents
Oklahoma City, OK – Firefighters with the Oklahoma City Fire Department (OKCFD) responded to a major fire at Mason Manor Apartments, located at 6018 NW 23rd St, early Sunday morning. The fire, which broke out in the apartment complex’s breezeway, quickly spread to multiple units,…
Three Hospitalized After Overnight House Fire in Edmond
Edmond, OK — Three people were hospitalized following a house fire that broke out early Saturday morning near S Coltrane Road and Brownwood Lane. The fire, which occurred just after midnight, prompted an extensive emergency response from multiple fire departments. Fire crews from Edmond, Guthrie,…
