Lawton, OK – Lawton Police responded to a single-vehicle rollover accident on 52nd Street, just north of Lee Boulevard, earlier today, prompting a temporary lane closure in the area. The crash, which occurred while traffic was active in the evening hours, resulted in the driver…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is investigating a multi-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle that occurred on the evening of Saturday, July 19, on Interstate 44 just south of Gore. Officers responded to the scene at approximately 9:50 p.m., where they found a motorcycle passenger…

Lawton, OK – According to the city officials, R.L. Smith has officially resigned from his position as Ward 2 City Councilman in Lawton, Oklahoma, effective immediately. In a letter addressed to Mayor Booker, fellow council members, and the citizens of Ward 2, Smith cited ongoing…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton announced the return of the Boots & Badges Blood Drive, set to take place on Saturday, July 26, at the Great Plains Coliseum Prairie Building. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is being…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department reported a traffic accident early Tuesday morning that led to the closure of eastbound Interstate 44. According to the department, the affected stretch runs from the Highway 7 Lee exit to the Gore Boulevard exit. The Traffic Division…

Lawton, OK – More than 270 residents came together at Shepler Park over the weekend for “Let’s Get Moving, Lawton,” a city-organized wellness and community engagement event that featured fitness activities, safety demonstrations, and a celebration of local agriculture. Mayor Booker officially kicked off the…

Lawton, OK – Lawton Animal Welfare is celebrating a major success after 18 dogs and 10 cats were adopted during a special event at the Lawton Farmers Market, turning a typical Saturday into a day full of hope, healing, and new beginnings. The adoption event,…

Lawton, OK – A potentially dangerous situation at Jed Johnson Lake ended safely after emergency crews completed a search for two kayakers whose boat reportedly capsized late Sunday night. According to the Lawton Fire Department, crews were dispatched after receiving reports that a kayak had…

Lawton, OK – The community is invited to celebrate health and wellness at LGM Lawton 2025, taking place this Saturday, July 12, at the Lawton Farmers Market, located at 77 SW 4th Street. Festivities begin at 8 a.m. with the annual Tomato Festival, followed by…

Lawton, OK – Lawton Animal Welfare has announced that all adoption fees will be waived from Saturday, July 12 through Friday, July 19, as part of an initiative to help shelter animals find permanent, loving homes. The only potential cost to adopters is a refundable…

Lawton, OK – Lawton city crews have begun replacing a leaking 24-inch water pipe at the intersection of 67th Street and Cache Road. The new pipe is being installed through a bore casing to address issues with the aging infrastructure. Officials said the pipe installation…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department investigated a fatal vehicle collision that occurred near 46th and Roger’s Lane on July 8, 2025. Rogers Lane eastbound was closed starting at 10:00 a.m. to allow for the investigation. All parties involved were accounted for, and the…