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Isolated storms tonight, higher chances for severe weather tomorrow night | 4/30 PM
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Good evening Texoma! Tonight, we will see isolated storms develop in the early evening hours. These storms will have the capability to produce low-end severe weather with the primary hazards being up to quarter-sized hail and up to 60 mph winds. The environment is not favorable for these storms to be long-lasting, so any storms that develop should quickly weaken as we head toward the overnight hours. Most of Texoma will miss out on the storm activity since they will be isolated, but it is still worth keeping an eye on the radar.
Jury seated in trial of Lawton man accused of hitting Door Dash driver with stick
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The jury has been seated in the trial of Jared Harvey, a Lawton man accused of assaulting a Door Dash driver last May. Harvey faces two charges, including assault and battery, and possession of meth. Court documents allege Harvey hit the delivery driver with a stick...
UPDATE: Officials release identity of man charged for killing Velma man
VELMA, Okla. (KSWO) - The Stephens County Sheriff’s Department released the name of the man arrested for the death of a Velma man. Officials say Charlus Terry Bishop is facing a murder charge for killing Terry Keith Sutton. Sutton was found dead with a gunshot wound in his vehicle...
New City Attorney appointed for Lawton
LAWTON, Oklahoma (KAUZ) - Following a Lawton City Council executive decision on Monday, April 29, John R. Andrew has been named the new City Attorney of Lawton. The decision was made after a seven-month long search and according to the City of Lawton, Andrew will begin as the City Attorney no later than May 31, 2024.
Lawton Water Authority meets to discuss lease increases and extensions for clubs in lakes area
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The Lawton Boat Club, the Sunken Bridge Yacht Club, and the Minnow Marina at Fisherman’s Cove were up for discussion before the Lawton City Council Fee Committee. One concern city officials had was making sure the City was getting fair market value by raising the...
Devol tornado victims look to rebuild after storm devastation
DEVOL, Okla. (KFDX/KJTL) — As the National Weather Service of Norman investigates multiple tornadoes across Texoma and Oklahoma, five homes and a nearly 75-year-old family barn in Cotton County were devastated by the storms, according to county officials According to Denver McCullough, his family’s historic barn was significantly damaged in the storms’ paths. “Got down […]
Storm damage cleanups underway in parts of Southwest Oklahoma
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Cleanup efforts are underway in parts of Southwest Oklahoma after the deadly storms wreaked havoc across the area. The National Weather Service confirms that at least 25 tornadoes touched down over the weekend, rating as an EF-3 or higher. The National Weather Service office of Norman reported 62 tornado warnings on Saturday, a new record for warnings they issued in a single day.
Roads remain flooded after storms exit our area | 4/27 PM
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Good evening Texoma! After a long day of severe weather coverage, we are finally winding down for the night. We had multiple tornado warnings move through our area today. The only hazard that is left for tonight is areas of deeper flooding. Some road closures remain, and if you aren’t sure how deep a puddle is DO NOT drive through it. Don’t be surprised if you continue to hear thunder move through our area.
Stephens Co. Sheriff makes arrest in connection with death of Velma man
STEPHENS CO., Okla. (KSWO) - A suspect has been arrested in connection with a Stephens County shooting earlier this month. Sheriff Wayne McKinney with the Stephens County Sheriff’s Department shared with 7News that an arrest was made in connection with the death of Terry Sutton. Sutton was found in...
Officers wrestle Duncan man to ground after another claims he pulled knife on him, authorities say
DUNCAN, Okla. (KSWO) - A Duncan man is charged with multiple crimes following an altercation on Friday at 2nd Street and Main Street. Duncan Police say they were dispatched on reports of two men about to get into a fight. A man told officers someone pulled a knife out on...
City of Lawton’s appeal hearing regarding 2 officers involved in 2022 shooting death gets new date
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - A hearing regarding two officers charged in a 2022 Lawton shooting has been pushed back. The City of Lawton’s appeal hearing to throw out the rulings to reinstate and pay Nathan Ronan and Robert Hinkle has undergone a change of date. No reason was stated regarding the reason for the change.
‘I came to check on you’: Temple man allegedly breaks into woman’s home
TEMPLE, Okla. (KSWO) - A man from Temple is accused of breaking into a woman’s home on East Ohio Street earlier this month. Johnathan Abbe faces a charge of first degree burglary for that incident. According to court documents, the victim was inside the home one night when Abbe...
‘Fraud is definitely worse than it’s ever been’: How to protect yourself from fraud
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - April is declared National Financial Literacy Month, and part of that is keeping yourself safe from fraud. Shelly Fields, an official with Arvest Bank, said you have to be more cautious with your money now more than ever. “I’ve been in banking for a long time...
Terry Allen benefit concert raises money for Lawton local
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The first annual Terry Allen Benefit Music Festival kicked off at the Great Plains Coliseum Saturday morning. Allen owned Lawton’s famed ‘Guitar Bar’, allowing local bands, artist and musicians the chance to showcase their talents. A medical condition has Allen him unable to...
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