Oklahoma Transportation Commission celebrates rise to No. 4 in national bridge rankings and greenlights $92 million in highway projects
Oklahoma – At its recent meeting, the Oklahoma Transportation Commission received an update on the state’s national bridge condition ranking, upcoming infrastructure projects, and a new community engagement initiative. Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) Executive Director Tim Gatz informed commissioners that Oklahoma climbed to No….
Oklahoma Highway Patrol honors retiring lieutenant after 25 years of service
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol recognized Lt. Johnny Crisp on his retirement following 25 years of service to the state. Lt. Crisp, a graduate of the 52nd OHP Academy, served in Troop A (Oklahoma City), Troop ES (Executive Security), Troop R (Capitol), and Troop…
Vehicle pursuit ends with arrest of suspects wanted for accessory to murder near Sapulpa
Oklahoma – An Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper located a stolen vehicle connected to suspects wanted in a murder investigation just after 1:00 p.m. near Sapulpa. The vehicle, occupied by a male driver and two female passengers, was reported linked to individuals wanted for accessory to…
Oklahoma Transportation Commission to discuss bridge progress and upcoming projects August 4
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Transportation Commission will hold its monthly meeting at 11 a.m. Monday, August 4, in the R.A. Ward Transportation Building, 200 N.E. 21st St., Oklahoma City. The public and media are invited to attend in person or watch the livestream online. During…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol lieutenant retires after 25 years of service
Oklahoma – According to the state officials, Lt Toy Thilges has retired after 25 years of dedicated service to the State of Oklahoma and the Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP). Thilges began his career in June 2000, graduating from the 52nd Academy. He was initially assigned…
Governor Stitt issues executive order to block public funding for abortion-affiliated providers in Oklahoma
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has signed an executive order reinforcing Oklahoma’s pro-life stance by directing state agencies to halt all public funding for individuals and organizations affiliated with abortion providers. The order follows the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Medina v. Planned Parenthood South…
OHP dive team recovers submerged vehicle from Twin Lakes in Shawnee
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) dive team, along with Troop W, recovered a submerged 2020 Dodge Ram from Twin Lakes in Shawnee on July 30, 2025. The recovery was conducted at the request of the Shawnee Police Department. After being pulled from the…
Two survive semi rollover crash on I-44 ramp to I-35 in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma – Two individuals are fortunate to have survived a semi-truck rollover early Friday morning on the ramp from I-44 to northbound I-35 in Oklahoma City. The crash occurred around 5:00 a.m. when the semi overturned, trapping both the driver and passenger inside the cab…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol cites safety violations after crash involving vehicle steered with vise grips
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is reminding the public about the dangers of operating unsafe vehicles after a recent crash involving a car that was being steered with vise grips instead of a standard steering wheel. According to officials, the vehicle was involved in…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol celebrates retirement after 40 years of dedicated service
Oklahoma — The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has recognized the retirement of a longtime lieutenant, marking the end of a distinguished 40-year career in public safety and service to the state. The trooper began his career in 1985 as a Capitol Patrolman with the Department of…
Oklahoma troopers arrest Missouri woman after short pursuit on multiple offenses
Oklahoma – A traffic stop attempt by an Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper on June 30, 2025, led to a brief vehicle pursuit and the arrest of a Missouri woman now facing multiple charges. At approximately [time not specified], Trooper Kainen Nance (#513) observed a maroon…
Traffic stop on I-40 leads to arrest and seizure of 16 pounds of methamphetamine, says Oklahoma Highway Patrol
Oklahoma – A recent traffic stop on Interstate 40 by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol resulted in the arrest of a driver and the discovery of 16 pounds of methamphetamine hidden in the trunk of the vehicle, authorities announced. According to officials, the stop began as…