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…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton City Council meeting on April 28 included several presentations and proclamations honoring community service, public awareness efforts, and local initiatives. During the meeting, City Manager John Ratliff presented the True North Award to Mincie Beamesderfer, a claims investigator…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department announced the launch of the Blue Envelope Project, a voluntary program designed to help drivers who are autistic or who may have difficulty communicating during traffic stops. Officials said the program allows participants to keep important documents such…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department recognized a group of residents who recently completed its Citizens Police Academy, highlighting community engagement and education efforts. Officials said participants dedicated their time to learn more about the department’s operations, including the various divisions that serve the…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department announced that its Citizens Police Academy will conclude this Thursday with a graduation ceremony following a 13-week program. Officials thanked Tatiana Scharstein and KSWO 7 News for their continued coverage of the academy throughout the program. In a…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Oklahoma City Government reported that Lt. Col. Alex Graf of the German Air Forcevisited Mayor Booker’s office earlier this week to deliver a gift from the city’s sister community, Güllesheim. Officials said Graf, who is part of the Fort Sill…