Former Oklahoma City Hotel Valet Accused of Orchestrating Armed Carjacking
Oklahoma City, OK — A former valet at one of Oklahoma City’s premier hotels has been arrested and charged with orchestrating an armed carjacking on the hotel’s premises. The incident, which took place on November 26, 2023, at the Omni Hotel in downtown Oklahoma City,…
Lawton Woman Receives 10-Year Suspended Sentence for Stabbing Incident Involving 16-Year-Old Girl
Lawton, OK – Kaylie Riss, a 23-year-old Lawton woman, has been handed a 10-year suspended sentence after being found guilty of stabbing and cutting a 16-year-old girl during an altercation in 2021. The conviction, for felony assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, was delivered…
Oklahoma City Thrift Store Supports Vulnerable Population After Devastating Fire
Oklahoma City, OK — A local nonprofit in Northwest Oklahoma City is grappling with the aftermath of a devastating fire that damaged its building and donations. Second Chances Thrift Store, which serves as a lifeline for people recovering from incarceration, addiction, homelessness, and other hardships,…
Three People Hospitalized After Pedestrian Accident in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OK — Three people were taken to the hospital Monday night after a car struck two pedestrians near SW 3rd Street and S Meridian Avenue. According to the Oklahoma City Police Department, the crash occurred around 8:00 p.m. when a vehicle collided with…
Stratford Residents Face Boil Advisory After E. Coli Contamination Detected in Water Supply
Stratford, OK — A water contamination scare has left residents of Stratford, Oklahoma, grappling with a boil advisory after traces of E. coli were detected in the town’s water supply. The advisory, issued by the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), followed routine water testing that…
Southwest Oklahoma Lawmakers Secure Key Legislative Committee Roles
Lawton , OK – Several lawmakers from Southwest Oklahoma have been appointed to prominent leadership positions in the Oklahoma State Legislature, solidifying their influence over key policy areas in the upcoming legislative session. Senator Dusty Deevers of Elgin has been named Vice Chair of the…
Fatal Collision in Hayworth, Oklahoma Claims Three Lives
Oklahoma City, OK – A fatal crash early Sunday morning on U.S. Highway 259 near Hayworth, Oklahoma, has left three people dead, authorities confirmed. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) responded to the scene at approximately 2:21 a.m. on Sunday, December 8, after a red minivan…
Oklahoma Governor Appoints Susan Stava to Pardon and Parole Board
Oklahoma City, OK — Governor Kevin Stitt has appointed Susan Stava to the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board, filling the vacancy left by the resignation of Calvin Prince III. Stitt praised Stava as a “seasoned legal professional” whose integrity, dedication, and deep understanding of complex…
Oklahoma City Police Officer Charged with Felony Assault After Throwing 71-Year-Old Man to the Ground
Oklahoma City, OK — An Oklahoma City police officer has been charged with felony assault after a confrontation with a 71-year-old man left the victim with serious injuries, including a broken neck. Sergeant Joseph Gibson, 28, was charged Thursday with one count of aggravated assault…
Prairie Dog Population Control Efforts Spark Controversy in Elmer Thomas Park
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton is once again grappling with how to manage the growing prairie dog population in Elmer Thomas Park, a popular green space in the area. In an effort to curb the numbers, city officials have begun laying poison bait,…
Lawton Man Sentenced to 25 Years After Pleading Guilty to Manslaughter in Death of Inmate
Lawton, OK – A Lawton man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to manslaughter in connection with the death of another inmate at the Comanche County Detention Center. Markie Ishman, 30, was charged with manslaughter following the death of an…
Oklahoma Lawmakers Raise Concerns Over State’s Partnership with Denmark
Lawton, OK – A recent announcement by Governor Kevin Stitt regarding a new partnership between Oklahoma and Denmark has sparked controversy among state lawmakers. The agreement, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), aims to foster collaboration between the two governments in areas such as energy, technology,…
