Oklahoma Man Sentenced to Life Without Parole for Murder of Ex-Wife in Domestic Violence Case
Lawton, OK – A Cleveland County judge sentenced Chase Ainsworth to life in prison without the possibility of parole on Wednesday, following his admission to the first-degree murder of his ex-wife, Samantha Ainsworth, in July 2023. The sentence comes after a harrowing series of events…
Father and Daughter Killed in Woodward Walmart Parking Lot; Suspect Confesses to Murders
Lawton, OK — A tragic double homicide unfolded last week in the parking lot of a local Walmart, leaving a father and daughter dead and a community reeling. Shane Allison, 30, has been arrested and charged with the murders of 81-year-old Gary Mulbery and his…
Moore Police Seize Stolen Vehicle, Drugs, and Contraband During Routine Traffic Stop
Lawton, OK — In a routine traffic stop on Tuesday, officers with the Moore Police Department made a major bust, recovering a stolen vehicle and uncovering a significant cache of illegal drugs and paraphernalia. The vehicle, which had been reported stolen in Houston, Texas, was…
Oklahoma City Fire Crews Respond to Early Morning Blaze on Southeast 49th Street
Oklahoma City, OK – Oklahoma City fire crews were called to two separate home fires early Wednesday morning, including one on Southeast 49th Street that nearly spread to a neighboring residence. The incident, which occurred around 4 a.m., could have been much worse if not…
Oklahoma Lawmakers Propose Gradual Elimination of State Income Tax
Lawton, OK – Oklahoma State Representative Jay Steagall (R-Yukon) has introduced a new bill aimed at phasing out the state’s personal and corporate income taxes over the next decade. House Bill 1009, filed Tuesday, seeks to reduce both the personal income tax rate by 0.00475%…
Fire Engulfs Home Where 6 People Were Killed, Authorities Suspect Arson
Oklahoma City, OK – The Okmulgee County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) confirmed on Tuesday that firefighters with the Dewar Fire and Henryetta Fire departments were called to a structure fire. Police say the house that was on fire is where Jesse McFadden killed six people, including five teenagers,…
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…
