Oklahoma AG Drummond demands Gov. Stitt fire Secretary of State, says footage makes it “clear” he was “thoroughly inebriated” and “very likely lied” to police
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond is calling on Gov. Kevin Stitt to fire Secretary of State Ben Lepak after reviewing body-camera footage from Lepak’s recent public intoxication arrest. “After reviewing footage from law enforcement body cameras, it is clear that Secretary of State…
Oklahoma AG Drummond says “his duty is not to foreign interests attempting to force a harmful project” after asking federal judge to return Inola smelter lawsuit to state court
Lawton, OK – “My duty is to the people of Oklahoma – not to foreign interests attempting to force a harmful project on a peaceful community. That’s why I’m continuing to stand against the proposed aluminum smelter in court, even in the face of incredible…
Lawton Citizens Academy enters 4th week with lessons on 911 dispatch and city planning
Lawton, OK – Participants in the City of Lawton’s Citizens Academy explored emergency communications and city planning during the program’s fourth week. The session provided participants with a behind-the-scenes look at how city departments operate and how different systems are used to support emergency response…
Lawton Fire Department sends units to large fire along Comanche-Cotton county line
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department was sending units to assist with a large and dangerous fire along the Comanche-Cotton county line. The department urged the public to stay clear of the area as firefighters responded to the incident. Officials described the fire as…
Former Lawton Police assistant chief Jack Partin remembered as department announces passing, graveside service set for Aug. 28
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department announced the death of former Assistant Chief Jack Partin, mourning the loss of a longtime member of the department’s leadership. The department shared the news with deep sadness and offered condolences to Partin’s family, friends, former colleagues and…
Oklahoma trooper praised for “going above and beyond” after I-35 crash leaves family stranded in 106-degree heat and tow truck unable to take everyone
Oklahoma – An Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper was praised after helping two German teenagers get out of extreme heat following a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 35 in Logan County. Trooper Konner Dowell, No. 460, was recognized by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol after J. Todd Crosby…
Lawton to celebrate reopening of Walker Family & Kathy Newcombe Park after improvements
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton will celebrate the reopening of Walker Family & Kathy Newcombe Park on Monday, Aug. 24, following improvements to the park. The reopening event is scheduled for noon at the park, located at 736-798 NW Parkview Blvd. City officials…
Lawton continues King Road rehabilitation project near Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton continued work on the King Road rehabilitation project at the Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport as part of the city’s larger Capital Improvement Plan. The project is focused on the section of King Road located directly in front of…
Oklahoma governor race takes personal turn as Drummond releases drug test while President Trump’s backed rival refuses to do the same
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond has made his health, financial records and drug test part of the increasingly heated Republican race for governor, releasing records as his Aug. 25 runoff against former state Sen. Mike Mazzei draws closer. Drummond previously said he would…
“Oklahoma will not turn a blind eye to organizations that may support terrorism,” Gov. Stitt issues executive order targeting Muslim groups over potential threats
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has ordered state public-safety officials to assess whether the Muslim Brotherhood, the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), or individuals and entities acting on their behalf present a terrorism or public-safety threat in Oklahoma. Stitt issued the executive order directing…
Citizens Academy participants get behind-the-scenes look at Lawton Fire Department during week 3
Lawton, OK – Participants in the City of Lawton’s Citizens Academy spent week three learning about the operations of the Lawton Fire Department and gaining a closer look at the work firefighters perform throughout the community. During the session, Fire Chief Jared Williams provided an…
Lawton leaders celebrate 2026 progress and unveil plans for what Mayor Booker calls the “Year of Transformation”
Lawton, OK – Lawton officials highlighted major accomplishments from the past year while outlining plans for future development during the city’s 2026 State of the City address. Hosted by Mayor Stan Booker, this year’s presentation, titled “Brick by Brick,” focused on projects completed throughout 2026…
