Oklahoma Highway Patrol mourns loss of longtime member K9 Dak, who they say died from natural causes
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is mourning the loss of K9 Dak, a longtime member of the agency who spent years helping protect communities across Oklahoma. Dak, born on August 10, 2014, began serving with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol in 2015 and was assigned…
Lawton Police searching for wanted individual accused of threats to perform act of violence
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a wanted individual with an active Comanche County warrant. Police identified the individual as Charles Brent Hodges, described as a white male, 6 feet tall, and approximately 300 pounds. Hodges…
Oklahoma Sen. Lankford says “Trump made America safer by weakening Iran”, argues previous presidents failed to bring regime to the table
Oklahoma – U.S. Sen. James Lankford is defending President Donald Trump’s approach toward Iran, arguing that the Middle Eastern nation is significantly weaker today than it was before recent military and diplomatic efforts by the United States. In a social media post shared within the…
Person rescued after being trapped in building collapse near NW Cache Road, flown to Oklahoma City hospital in serious condition
Lawton, OK – A person trapped in a building collapse in Lawton was rescued by firefighters on June 15 and transported to an Oklahoma City hospital in serious condition, according to the Lawton Fire Department. The Department said its technical rescue team responded to the…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol reminds drivers of move-over law after attorney who said she was unaware of the law receives $1,244 citation
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is once again reminding motorists about the state’s move-over law after a driver was cited for failing to move over while passing a traffic stop on the Turner Turnpike. According to the agency, the driver passed an Oklahoma Highway…
Lawton to provide storm debris drop-off sites, Area 4 residents allowed early curbside placement
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton is offering additional disposal options for residents cleaning up storm damage following Thursday night’s severe weather, including temporary drop-off locations for tree debris and special accommodations for Area 4 residents. In an update provided Saturday, City Manager John…
Lawton police investigating homicide after deadly incident on NE Arlington
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred on June 6 in the 100 block of NE Arlington. According to police, officers responded to the area after receiving a report of a possible shooting. As the investigation progressed, authorities determined…
Gov. Stitt says Trump endorsement exposed AG Drummond, claims he “turned his back on Oklahoma and showed his true colors”
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt issued a statement criticizing Attorney General Gentner Drummond over his opposition to a major economic development project planned for Inola, describing the effort as one of the largest projects in Oklahoma history. In the statement, Stitt said the project, which…
Lawton Police Department urges drivers to follow traffic controls in Parkridge and Lee Boulevard construction zone
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is reminding drivers to follow posted traffic controls and detour routes in the construction area near Parkridge and Lee Boulevard following reports of dangerous driving behaviors in the zone. According to the department, officers have recently received reports…
Fort Sill Boulevard roadway repairs continue between Ferris Avenue and Rogers Lane with lane shifts expected through summer
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton is advising drivers of ongoing construction work along Fort Sill Boulevard as roadway repairs continue between Ferris Avenue and Rogers Lane. According to the Lawton Oklahoma City Government, Ellsworth Construction is currently completing roadway repair work in the…
Volunteers remove 680 pounds of trash from Numu Creek during Stream Clean Saturday in major cleanup effort
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton highlighted a major community cleanup effort after volunteers removed 680 pounds of litter from Numu Creek during Stream Clean Saturday. According to the Lawton Oklahoma City Government, the event brought together community members who worked to help protect…
Governor Kevin Stitt reacts to chaotic anti-ICE protests in New Jersey, defends law enforcement response and says “we don’t tolerate this behavior in Oklahoma”
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt issued a public statement emphasizing support for law enforcement and warning against unlawful protest activity following reports of violent unrest connected to anti-ICE demonstrations in Newark, New Jersey. Stitt’s comments came after Fox News reported that anti-immigration enforcement protests outside…
