Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol recently celebrated the retirement of Lieutenant Cody Rehder, who concluded a distinguished 26-year career serving the State of Oklahoma. LT Rehder began his journey with the OHP in March 1999, joining the 51st Academy. Upon graduation, he was assigned…

Oklahoma – A state trooper with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol set a personal record last Friday after pulling over a vehicle traveling 118 mph in an 80 mph zone on the Kickapoo Turnpike. Lieutenant Richard Losurdo, badge #127, made the stop during a routine patrol….

Oklahoma – In a move to elevate public safety standards across the state, Governor Kevin Stitt and Commissioner of Public Safety Tim Tipton have announced the launch of the Secure Oklahoma N.O.W. Initiative. The program, a first-of-its-kind statewide safety framework, is designed to ensure coordinated,…

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has appointed retired Rear Admiral Gregory Slavonic as the interim commissioner of the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS). This decision follows the Legislature’s late-night vote to remove the Governor’s previous appointee. “It is no secret…

Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Transportation Commission will hold its monthly meeting at 11 a.m. Monday, June 2, at the R.A. Ward Transportation Building, 200 N.E. 21st St. The meeting is open to the public and media, with a livestream available online. Among the agenda items,…

Oklahoma – Trooper Noe Martinez (#491) escaped serious injury after a collision on Interstate 35 near Pauls Valley on Sunday, May 25. Trooper Martinez was parked on the shoulder attending to a previous accident involving a hydroplaning vehicle when another driver lost control and struck…

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt celebrated the close of a productive legislative session by signing several major bills aimed at boosting Oklahoma’s economy, supporting businesses, and improving education. Among the highlights, Stitt approved a quarter-point reduction in the personal income tax and a plan to…

Oklahoma – As summer approaches, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) is urging residents to prioritize safety while enjoying lakes and waterways. Last year, OHP responded to 19 drowning incidents from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Thankfully, there were no drownings reported this Memorial…

Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol celebrated a major milestone with a promotional pinning ceremony recognizing 14 employees for their recent advancements. The event, held on May 27, was a special occasion where friends and family joined to pin new badges and rank insignia on…

Oklahoma – Troopers from Oklahoma Highway Patrol’s Troop S successfully escorted an oversized load — a massive 1.1 million-pound turbine — from Perry to a new power plant west of Stillwater this week. The operation required detailed logistics and careful planning, as it involved one…

Oklahoma – Last month, 16 highly trained troopers from the Oklahoma Highway Patrol underwent rigorous tryouts for the prestigious Emergency Response Team (ERT), a specialized unit known for selecting only the most proficient officers. Candidates faced challenging physical fitness tests, firearms proficiency evaluations, and a…

Oklahoma – Trooper Darren Alexander, OHP badge #395, is retiring after an impressive 30-year career dedicated to serving the State of Oklahoma. Trooper Alexander graduated from the 48th Oklahoma Highway Patrol Academy in 1995 and began his service at the Marshall County detachment of Troop…