Lawton, OK— A controversial new bill introduced in the Oklahoma Senate seeks to ban cities with populations under 300,000 from providing homeless services, including shelters and outreach programs. Senate Bill 484, authored by Senator Lisa Standridge (R-Norman), would apply to all cities in the state…

Lawton, OK – As snowy conditions affect parts of Oklahoma, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) is reminding drivers to take extra precautions while traveling. The department announced that crews are actively working to treat roadways across the state, with particular attention on the southwest…

Lawton, OK – Oklahoma is bracing for a winter storm expected to move across the state from Thursday into Friday, bringing significant snow and cold temperatures. As the system tracks across Oklahoma, residents should prepare for a variety of snow conditions depending on their region….

Lawton, OK – A new resolution proposed by Rep. Tom Gann (R-Inola) seeks to increase transparency and distribute power more evenly within the Oklahoma House of Representatives. Known as House Resolution 1001 (HR-1001), the resolution calls for significant changes to the way the legislative process…

Lawton, OK – Governor Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma has caused a stir following recent comments suggesting that high school students should be required to have a post-graduation plan in order to receive their diploma. In an interview with KOKH Fox 25, Stitt proposed that students…

Lawton, OK – Starting January 1, 2025, drivers traveling on Oklahoma’s turnpike system will face a 15% toll rate increase. This adjustment marks the twelfth toll hike since the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) was established in 1953. Joe Echelle, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Turnpike…

Lawton, OK – As the new year was ushered in, law enforcement agencies across Oklahoma ramped up efforts to keep impaired drivers off the streets. With New Year’s Eve typically being a night of heavy celebrations fueled by alcohol and even medical marijuana, authorities warned…

Lawton, OK — As the filing deadline for fiscal bills passes, two state senators are working to address what they see as a growing economic gap for Oklahoma’s low-wage workers. Senators Carri Hicks and Nikki Nice are pushing for legislative changes aimed at raising the…

Lawton, OK – As the new year begins, Oklahoma will usher in a series of important legislative changes that will impact various sectors, including voting rights, healthcare, and support for first responders. Starting January 1, 2024, seven new laws will take effect, reflecting a commitment…

Lawton, OK – Oklahoma Representative Tom Gann, a Republican from Inola, has introduced a comprehensive reform package aimed at overhauling the state’s legislative process. House Resolution 1001 (HR 1001) is designed to increase transparency, redistribute power, and promote a more member-driven approach to governance in…

Lawton, OK – As the holiday season continues with Christmas just behind us and New Year’s celebrations ahead, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol is reminding motorists to stay safe on the roads. In 2024 alone, 407 people lost their lives in drug or alcohol-related crashes, many…

Lawton, OK – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt announced that his “Oklahoma Phone-Free School Challenge” will continue into 2025, despite ongoing debates among state lawmakers about the possibility of a statewide ban on cellphones in classrooms. While some are pushing for a complete ban, Stitt remains…