Oklahoma Sen. Lankford bIasts Obamacare after GAO findings, says millions of Americans are “forced each year to pay for elective abortion coverage” they do not want or agree with
Oklahoma – “As suspected, we now know that millions of Americans are forced each year to pay for elective abortion coverage that they do not want or agree with,” Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford said after a new federal watchdog report found that hundreds of Affordable…
Oklahoma Gov. Stitt calls out Inola moratorium after city puts massive aluminum project on hold, warns reversal could threaten billions in investment and send a “troubling message” to future job creators
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt is criticizing Inola officials after the town extended a moratorium on development tied to a proposed primary aluminum facility, warning that changing the rules during a multi-year permitting process could undermine confidence among companies considering major investments in the…
Oklahoma troopers head to Ohio to compete against top officers from across the country
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers Byron Pletcher and Summer Smith are preparing to represent the state at the 2nd Annual National Top Trooper Competition in Ohio next week. The competition will be held at the Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy, where Pletcher and Smith…
Lawton police say Cops and Kids 2026 was a huge success as community turns out for annual event
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department said Cops and Kids 2026 was a major success after an event-filled weekend that brought children, families, law enforcement and community members together. Police thanked the community for supporting the event and said the weekend would not have…
Structure fire reported at Republic Paper in Lawton as firefighters work to overhaul scene
Lawton, OK – Lawton Fire Department crews responded to a structure fire at Republic Paper, where firefighters had the blaze knocked down and were working to complete overhaul operations. The department reported that crews were on scene dealing with the fire and had already brought…
Oklahoma AG Drummond refuses to back down after court ruling, says those who thought he’d stop fighting were “sorely mistaken” and Oklahoma will win for the sake of future generations
Oklahoma – “If people thought I’d back down from defending local communities against the overreach of special interests and Washington, D.C., then they were sorely mistaken. This fight against the proposed aluminum smelter in Inola is worth having, and we will win for the sake…
Pedestrian struck and killed on westbound I-44 near river bridge by Elwood Avenue, Oklahoma Highway Patrol urges anyone with video to come forward
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is asking for witnesses and video footage following a fatal vehicle-versus-pedestrian collision on westbound I-44 near the river bridge by Elwood Avenue on September 10. The crash occurred between approximately 7 and 8:30 p.m., according to investigators. OHP is…
Lawton Fire crews contain grass fire near 38th Street and Gore Boulevard after multiple departments assist with response
Lawton, OK – Lawton Fire Department crews contained a grass fire near 38th Street and Gore Boulevard, with firefighters remaining at the scene to conduct overhaul operations and monitor for remaining hot spots. Mutual aid crews that assisted with the response were released from the…
Lawton police officers climb Cameron Stadium stairs to honor 9/11 victims and first responders
Lawton, OK – Eight Lawton Police Department officers took part in the annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Cameron Stadium, honoring those who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001, attacks. The officers joined fellow emergency responders and community members for the memorial climb,…
Lawton firefighters honor 9/11 victims with climb at Oklahoma City memorial stair climb
Lawton, OK – Lawton firefighters took part in the OKC 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to honor the 343 FDNY firefighters and other first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice during the September 11, 2001, attacks. The firefighters began the climb as a tribute to those who…
AG Drummond reacts to court’s decision in connection with his lawsuit over proposed Inola aluminum smelter, says ‘This case belongs in Oklahoma state court under Oklahoma law’
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond applauded a federal court’s decision to return his lawsuit over the proposed Inola aluminum smelter to Rogers County District Court, saying the case belongs in state court and that he will continue fighting the project on behalf of…
Gov. Stitt offers refuge to Jewish families fleeing antisemitism in Canada, says ‘in Oklahoma they can practice their faith freely without fear of violence’
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt reaffirmed Oklahoma’s willingness to welcome Jewish families from Canada amid concerns over rising antisemitism, saying, “You shouldn’t live in fear because of your faith. In Oklahoma, you can practice freely without fear.” Stitt made the comment while sharing a post…
