Lawton, OK — City officials issued a warning Friday evening that travel in Lawton is hazardous and strongly discouraged as snow-covered roads and slick conditions continue to impact the area. The City of Lawton posted an alert on social media stating that city streets, arterial…

Lawton, OK — The City of Lawton announced Friday that all city offices will be closed on Monday, January 26, due to ongoing winter weather and freezing conditions expected in the area. The closure will include the Lawton Public Library, the Lawton Landfill, and all…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is encouraging community members to sign up and donate as the department prepares to take part in the Special Olympics Polar Plunge on February 28. The event is a fundraiser that benefits Special Olympics athletes, and the department…

Lawton, OK – I-44 northbound traffic was at a standstill for several hours Thursday after a semi-trailer jackknifed near the Rogers Lane exit, prompting Lawton Police Department officers to shut down the roadway and reroute motorists. The incident occurred near the intersection of I-44 and…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton has been awarded a $500,000 Safe Streets for All Planning Grant to support a comprehensive, data-driven review of roadway safety throughout the city. City officials said the grant will fund a citywide safety study and the development of…

Lawton, OK – City officials and community members gathered earlier today for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the official opening of the new playground at Lee West Park. Despite cold temperatures, residents turned out to mark the milestone and welcome the new play space, which city…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department investigated a shooting incident that occurred near the 1100 block of NW Cache Road on January 17. Police said one individual was transported to a local hospital for treatment, while another person was detained by officers at the…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department Traffic Unit investigated a traffic accident involving a bicyclist and a vehicle near the intersection of 38th Street and Elm Avenue that occurred early yesterday morning. One individual was transported to a local hospital following the collision. The…

Lawton, OK – Renovation work continues to advance on McMahon Memorial Auditorium as Phase I of the project brings significant behind-the-scenes improvements to one of Lawton’s most well-known cultural landmarks. City officials reported that construction crews have completed major infrastructure upgrades on the east side…

Lawton, OK – Lawton police arrested a suspect earlier this month following an investigation into a reported package theft, commonly referred to as “porch piracy.” According to the Lawton Police Department, patrol officers responded to a call on January 8, 2026, regarding a stolen package….

Lawton, OK – Emergency responders with the Lawton Police Department worked a two-vehicle accident involving a horse trailer late Saturday night on Interstate 44 near the Cache Road exit. According to police, the crash resulted in minor injuries to the drivers involved. Due to the…

Lawton, OK – Oklahoma has officially secured approximately $223.5 million for the first year of a five-year grant through the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program, part of a historic $50 billion federal investment authorized by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The award provides new…