Troopers urge caution for July 4 travel as cruiser contest voting continues
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is reminding the public to stay safe this Fourth of July weekend, as part of its ongoing Tuesday with a Trooper series. In this week’s update, Lt. Mark Southall (#81) addressed holiday safety ahead of the busy travel and…
Governor appoints new judge to serve Creek County district court
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has appointed Robert J. Getchell to serve as district judge for Office 1 of the 24th Judicial District, which includes Creek County. “Robert brings nearly four decades of high-level legal experience and a deep respect for the rule of law…
Governor Stitt applauds Oklahoma Supreme Court ruling rejecting race-based tax exemptions
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt praised a recent Oklahoma Supreme Court decision in Stroble v. Oklahoma Tax Commission, calling it a “big win” for equal treatment under the law and the future of the state. The ruling rejected race-based tax exemptions and narrowed the scope…
Trooper stops two drivers for extreme speeding in separate incidents
Oklahoma – Two drivers are facing hefty fines after being clocked at dangerously high speeds in separate incidents over the past two nights, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. Trooper Devin Walbridge (#728) stopped a driver going 116 mph in a 65 mph zone on…
OHP communications team supports OKC Police during NBA Finals and championship celebration
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol Communications Division played a key support role alongside the Oklahoma City Police Department throughout the recent NBA Finals and celebratory championship parade. To ensure public safety and coordinated response efforts, OHP brought in communications officers from across the state…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol increases safety enforcement on Tenkiller Ferry Lake during busy weekend
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol Marine Enforcement Division conducted a focused safety operation over the weekend at Tenkiller Ferry Lake to protect boaters and lake visitors amid increased summer activity. Troopers made contact with 145 vessels and 479 individuals, issuing 164 warnings and 11…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol escorted Thunderbird pilots to Tinker AFB air show
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol recently had the honor of escorting Thunderbird pilots and crew to their aircraft ahead of the Tinker Air Force Base air show. Alongside the excitement of the event, attendees visited the #TeamTinker “Honoring Those Who Served” booth in the…
State leaders challenge federal proposal restricting AI regulation powers
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro have issued a rare bipartisan joint statement expressing opposition to a key provision in the federal budget reconciliation bill currently moving through the U.S. Senate. The two governors voiced concern over proposed language in…
Governor Stitt and HHS Secretary Kennedy launch Make Oklahoma Healthy Again campaign with new health initiatives
Oklahoma – U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. partnered with Governor Kevin Stitt for a day of events in Oklahoma City, officially launching the Make Oklahoma Healthy Again (MOHA) campaign. This initiative serves as Oklahoma’s state-level extension of the national Make…
Lawton Police Department assists Oklahoma City Police with Thunder championship parade
Lawton, OK — The Lawton Police Department congratulated the Oklahoma City Thunder on an outstanding season and their championship victory. Officers from Lawton were proud to support their colleagues in the Oklahoma City Police Department by assisting with the Thunder’s championship parade. The department expressed…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol hosts Youth Indian Police Academy cadets for driver training
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol Training Division recently welcomed cadets from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Youth Indian Police Academy for a hands-on law enforcement driver training session. The cadets, ranging in age from 14 to 17 and representing states including Alaska, North Dakota,…
Routine traffic stop leads to major drug bust on I-40 in eastern Oklahoma
Oklahoma – What began as a routine traffic stop for speeding on Interstate 40 in the early hours of June 11 turned into a major drug bust after an Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper noticed signs of possible criminal activity. The trooper initiated a probable cause…