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…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol cadets complete active shooter response training as academy recruitment continues
Oklahoma – Cadets with the 75th Oklahoma Highway Patrol Academy are completing specialized active shooter response training this week as part of their preparation to serve as state troopers. According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the cadets are participating in LASER training, which stands for…
East Side Park play area closed as construction continues on future Lawton Fort Sill Sports Plex
Lawton, OK – Construction work is continuing at East Side Park in Lawton, prompting city officials to close the park’s play area and remind residents to stay out of the active construction zone. In an update shared June 15, the City of Lawton said work…
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 Sen. Lankford reacts to border crisis, says Biden administration “failed our country” after 146,000 migrant children located
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford responded on June 12 to reports and statements from federal officials and lawmakers regarding unaccompanied migrant children who entered the United States in recent years, highlighting claims that the Trump administration has located approximately 146,000 minors who were previously…
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…
City of Lawton leaders tour Comanche Renewables facility to learn how landfill methane is converted into renewable natural gas
Lawton, OK – City of Lawton leadership and staff recently toured the Comanche Renewables facility near the City of Lawton Landfill to learn more about how methane generated by household waste is being converted into renewable natural gas. According to city officials, the facility captures…
City of Lawton welcomes four new emergency communications dispatchers
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton is celebrating the addition of four new emergency communications dispatchers who have completed their training and are ready to begin serving the community. City officials announced that Marcilio Cordeiro, Kaidence Ostrowski, James Pendley, and Claudia Robertson have successfully…
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…
Sen. James Lankford responds after Senate GOP funds ICE and Border Patrol for 3 years, warns against political games with law enforcement
Oklahoma – Senator James Lankford said Congress is moving forward on major national security legislation, pointing to recent votes on immigration enforcement funding and an upcoming effort to reauthorize federal surveillance authorities. “After voting overnight last week to fund ICE and Border Patrol for the…
Gov. Stitt praises Trump, says the President knew Oklahoma had what America needed to secure its supply chain when he backed major aluminum project
Oklahoma – Gov. Kevin Stitt is highlighting Oklahoma’s growing role in national manufacturing and supply chain security, arguing that a major aluminum project planned for northeast Oklahoma could play a key role in reducing U.S. dependence on foreign suppliers. In a June 7 post on…
Governor Kevin Stitt says “the truth still matters in Oklahoma” as he pushes for transparency in political ads generated by AI
Oklahoma – Gov. Kevin Stitt is calling for greater transparency in political advertising as artificial intelligence becomes an increasingly powerful tool in election campaigns, arguing that voters should be able to make decisions based on candidates’ policies rather than potentially misleading AI-generated content. “The truth…
