“If nothing changes, blackouts will become commonplace,” Oklahoma Sen. Armstrong responds after NYC mayor urges residents to conserve electricity amid heatwave
Oklahoma – A growing debate over U.S. energy infrastructure and grid reliability has intensified after Sen. Alan Armstrong warned that rising electricity demand, combined with permitting delays, could lead to widespread power shortages in the coming years. His remarks came as extreme heat conditions placed…
Lawton announces traffic changes on SW Lee Boulevard as construction enters new phase
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton announced upcoming traffic changes on SW Lee Boulevard as construction work continues in the area. Beginning Tuesday, July 7, westbound lanes of SW Lee Boulevard between SW 52nd Street and SW 38th Street will reopen to traffic. City…
Lawton Police Department celebrates retirement of longtime sergeant after nearly 30 years of service
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department announced the retirement of Sergeant Greg Ellis, Badge #108, following 29½ years of service to the Lawton-Fort Sill community. According to the department, Ellis began his career on January 4, 1997, and spent approximately 22 years in the…
Sen. Lankford responds to court ruling, says “Oklahomans are frustrated when someone breaks into our country to force us to give their children American citizenship”
Oklahoma – U.S. Sen. James Lankford criticized the Supreme Court’s recent birthright citizenship decision, saying the ruling should push lawmakers to take action and arguing that American citizenship should not be obtained through what he described as “fraud or illegal actions.” “Americans are proud of…
Lawton Fort Sill Freedom Festival celebrates America’s 250th birthday with community gathering
Lawton, OK – Families, friends, and neighbors gathered at Fort Sill for the Lawton Fort Sill Freedom Festival, celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a day filled with activities, entertainment, and community moments. The City of Lawton shared photos from the event, highlighting the laughter, games,…
Lawton volunteers remove 340 pounds of litter during Stream Clean Saturday
Lawton, OK – Volunteers in Lawton helped remove 340 pounds of litter from a local creek during this month’s Stream Clean Saturday event. According to the City of Lawton, volunteers spent the morning cleaning Meadowbrook Creek, the middle branch of Wolf Creek that runs through…
Lawton Police Department warns drivers after speed radar captures vehicle traveling 89 mph
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is reminding drivers to slow down after sharing a photo showing a speed radar reading of 89 mph as part of an effort to improve traffic safety. The department said it is working with the Oklahoma Department of…
Lawton Police Department asks public for help locating two wanted individuals accused of entering with intent to steal copper
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating two wanted individuals connected to Comanche County warrants. According to the department, authorities are searching for Alphonso Salazar and Orrin Goodson, both wanted on charges of entering with intent to…
Gov. Stitt defends Oklahoma criminal justice system after attorney general data release, says “don’t let the State Attorney General bamboozle you during an election year”
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt defended the state’s criminal justice system following a data release from the State Attorney General, saying the information was being misinterpreted and did not reflect wrongdoing by state agencies. “This latest data dump by the State Attorney General is…
“No resource will be spared when Oklahoma needs our help,” Oklahoma Highway Patrol helps rescue injured hiker in the mountains
Oklahoma – Oklahoma emergency response agencies worked together to rescue an injured hiker from the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge during a June 20 hoist rescue operation. The Oklahoma National Guard said the mission highlighted the strength of partnerships between multiple agencies, including the Oklahoma Highway…
Lawton Police Department honors captain for 20 years of dedicated service
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department recognized Captain Justin Thorne for reaching 20 years of dedicated service with the department and for his continued commitment to protecting and serving the Lawton-Fort Sill community. The department honored Thorne for his years of service, highlighting his…
Lawton Police Department welcomes law enforcement officers for statewide gang investigators conference
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department welcomed more than 150 law enforcement officers from across Oklahoma as the city hosted this year’s Oklahoma Gang Investigators Association conference. The conference was held at the Hilton Garden Inn in Lawton and focused on gang awareness, emerging…
