Lawton, OK

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The City of Lawton released a statement Tuesday regarding two former officers involved in a police shooting that left an unarmed Black man dead. Nathan Ronan and Robert Hinkle are charged with first-degree manslaughter for the shooting death of Quadry Sanders in December of 2021. 7News...

‘Disappointing’: City addresses ruling on officers fired over fatal shooting

Marlow, OK

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Sunday’s train derailment in Marlow has left the neighborhood a mess. The incident itself catching everyone by surprise. ”I came into the living room and my daughter was commenting about how the train had really kicked up the dust,” said Margie Stallons, a Marlow resident. “So I looked out the door and it was, it was like a cloud of dust. But when I got closer, I was like ‘that kind of looks like smoke. "

Marlow residents react to derailment disaster

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Lawton’s Central Fire Station is expecting some renovations after original plans were post-poned in 2012. “Up until two years ago it served as our central fire station for all of the downtown fire crews that responded. It’s Lawton’s first fire station. The building’s been placed on the national historic register in 2016. It’s an important piece of not only the fire departments history, but the city’s history as well,” said Lawton Fire Chief Jared Williams.

Lawton’s Central Fire Station closer to overdue renovations

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LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The weather is warming up, making those outdoor trips all the more enticing. This is the time of year where the Wichita Mountain Wildlife Refuge will see more visitors than normal, but first there’s a few things to be mindful of. Mary Ruth Prose, a...

Butterflies and bison: Refuge cautions community heading into summer

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Main Street Duncan officials have announced the appointment of their new Executive Director. Brandi Johnson will officially assume the role June 12, according to a press release. The release continues by recognizing Johnson’s extensive work experience in managing and overseeing large scale events, including the Macy’s...

Main Street Duncan appoints new Executive Director

Duncan, OK

Duncan, Okla. (KSWO) - Local law enforcement officers started “Free Fishing Weekend” in Oklahoma in a big way. The annual “Cops and Bobbers” event invites local kids to participate in a fun fishing competition and get connected with officers from the county. Duncan Patrol Officer Jeffery...

“Cops and Bobbers” event bringing the community together with local law enforcement

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Practice fields at all three high schools in Lawton are undergoing major renovations including getting turf. The football field at MacArthur is nearing completion while groundwork is still underway at Lawton High. “We are just trying to improve the overall facilities,” LPS Athletic Director Gary Dees...

Lawton high schools receiving major upgrades to playing fields

Fort Sill, OK

FORT SILL, Okla. (KSWO) - Fort Sill is hosting several employers across the area for a special hiring event tailored specifically for veterans and their spouses. It is happening tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and it’s located at the Solder For Life Transition Complex, at 2502 Sheridan Road on post.

Fort Sill hosting hiring event

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The Lawton/Fort Sill Art Council is advocating for the importance of art in kids’ lives. Founder Desirae Schneider says she started the organization after seeing a lack of art programs for kids in the community. “I think it means a lot to the community. Parents...

Lawton/Fort Sill Art Council is creating a creative space for kids

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Citizens of the Choctaw Tribe of Oklahoma and others gathered at the Hilton Garden Inn in Lawton Saturday, June 3rd, for a community cultural meeting. Chief Gary Batton and Assistant Chief Jack Austin Jr. met with attendees and covered a wide variety of tribal happenings. Batton...

Choctaw Nation hosts community cultural meeting

Comanche, OK

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The Comanche Nation Housing Authority was awarded $2 million in federal funds; all for use to support home repairs for low-income tribal members. This is the ninth year the CNHA received the Indian Community Development Block Grant, which serves 55 tribal communities across the U.S. and is a program of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

CNHA receives grant to improve homes for tribal members

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High speed chase ends with crash on I-44

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - A high-speed chase ended in a crash near the I-44 tri-level in Lawton Wednesday morning. The chase began...

High speed chase ends with crash on I-44

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