Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department participated in a regional training effort alongside emergency response partners during an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) workshop held in Southwest Oklahoma. Officials said the training brought together multiple agencies, including emergency management partners, for a day of learning…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is recognizing one of its officers for completing a nationally respected leadership training program at the University of Louisville in Kentucky. The department announced that a Lawton police captain graduated from the Southern Police Institute (SPI), a program…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred near the 1300 block of SW G Avenue on May 14, 2026, where one victim was injured and transported to a hospital. According to a department investigation update, officers responded to the…

Lawton, OK – City of Lawton thanked the Student Council from Crosby Park Elementary School for visiting City Hall on May 8. City officials said the visit provided an opportunity to share information about how the city operates, local history, and the role of the…

Lawton, OK – City of Lawton announced the return of the Armed Forces Day Parade, which is scheduled to take place in downtown Lawton on Saturday at 10 a.m. City officials said temporary road closures will impact portions of C Avenue, 11th Street, and Fort…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department continued recognizing National Police Week by honoring officers who lost their lives after years of service to their communities. In a social media post shared Wednesday, the department highlighted members of its Honor Guard standing watch over a…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department held the first night of its Citizens Fire Academy this week, welcoming participants for an introductory session focused on department history and community engagement. Officials said the opening night provided an opportunity for attendees to meet firefighters and…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance on May 6, 2026, near the 2600 block of Northwest Cheyenne. According to the department, officers located an individual experiencing a mental health crisis inside a vehicle alongside another person. Officials said police…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department announced that Craig Akard has officially assumed the role of chief of police. Department officials said they are looking forward to the future of the agency under Akard’s leadership and expressed confidence in his commitment to both the…

Lawton, OK — Volunteers across Lawton participated in a weekend cleanup effort that removed several truckloads of trash from local waterways and neighborhoods, according to the City of Lawton. The Stream Clean initiative brought together community members working at Numu Creek, where volunteers collected two…

Lawton, OK — The Lawton Fire Department held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new Safe Haven Baby Box at Station 5, marking the addition of a resource aimed at providing a safe option for infants in crisis situations. Officials said the installation reflects the department’s…

Lawton, OK — The City of Lawton has announced the appointment of a new police chief to lead the Lawton Police Department, with the transition set to take effect May 11, 2026. City officials said the newly appointed chief brings more than 30 years of…