Justin Rose

Political Reporter at KSWO-TV (Lawton, OK)

Political Science PhD. Journalist. Bylines: @OnlySkyMedia @Tennessean @freeinquiry

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House leaders respond after Stitt calls record number of Democratic bills advancing ‘disappointing’

2 weeks ago | kswo.com | Justin Rose

OKLAHOMA CITY (KSWO) - The top ranking Republican and Democrat in the Oklahoma House are both pushing back on Governor Stitt after he called the number of Democratic bills being advanced to the Oklahoma Senate, “Disappointing.”Near noon on Wednesday, April 9, Stitt posted a screenshot on X of an Oklahoman article with the headline, “Record number of Democratic bills advance out of Oklahoma House” to which the governor said was disappointing. Wow.
Former Tillman County Jail Chief of Security arrested for embezzlement

2 weeks ago | kswo.com | Justin Rose

TILLMAN CO., Okla. (KSWO) - A former Tillman County Jail Chief of Security has been arrested on embezzlement charges. According to the Oklahoma Bureau of Investigation (OSBI), The Tillman County Sheriff’s Office requested OSBI to investigate possible embezzlement at the Tillman County Jail in February.
Oklahoma legislator seeks to bring farm-fresh food into school cafeterias

2 months ago | kswo.com | Justin Rose

More than 240 school districts, along with 70 in-state producers took part in the program during its first year.
Stephens Co. crash leads to one dead, another injured

Aug 19, 2024 | kswo.com | Justin Rose

STEPHENS CO., Okla. (KSWO) - A crash which led to one person dying took place on Friday, Aug. 16, about three miles north of Loco. Two vehicles were involved in the crash, an SUV and a pickup truck. Clovis R. Bunch, 54, was the driver of the SUV, which also contained one passenger. Bunch was pronounced dead at the scene by Velma EMA, according to OHP. The passenger of the SUV was flown to the hospital, while the driver of the truck was not injured. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.
Lawton Mayoral Race Candidate Preview: Ron Ballew

Aug 17, 2024 | kswo.com | Justin Rose

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - There are five candidates running for Lawton Mayor in 2024 and 7News is trying to interview all of them before early voting starts on Aug. 22. The five candidates running are:Current Lawton Mayor Stan BookerRon BallewJacobi CrowleyMatina DavisCindy EdgarOn Aug. 16, 7News interviewed Ron Ballew about his campaign. You can find that interview above. Copyright 2024 KSWO. All rights reserved.
Altus Post Office to host USPS job fair

Aug 12, 2024 | kswo.com | Justin Rose

ALTUS, Okla. (KSWO) - The Altus Post Office will be one of a few post offices holding in-person job fairs on Thursday, Aug. 15. The job fair will help those with questions pertaining to working for the USPS as well as those needing assistance with the application process. Rural Carrier Associate and Assistant Rural Carrier are the positions which are currently open at the Altus Post Office. Starting salaries range from $19.33 to $20.48 per hour, with a bi-weekly pay schedule.
Last chance to request absentee ballot for Aug. 27 elections

Aug 12, 2024 | kswo.com | Justin Rose

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The deadline to request an absentee ballot for the upcoming Aug. 27 elections is 5 p.m., Monday, Aug. 12. There are multiple elections taking place on Aug. 27 in Southwest Oklahoma. If you are wanting to request an absentee ballot before the 5 p.m. deadline, you can go here. Elections coming up on Aug.
Annual Comanche Co. coin show to take place in Lawton

Aug 8, 2024 | kswo.com | Colten Neighbors |Justin Rose

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The Comanche County Coin Club’s annual coin show kicks off this weekend in Lawton. They’re inviting all coin enthusiasts from amateurs to experts, to come check out the coins on offer from a variety of dealers. It’s happening from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Apache Casino Main Ballroom on Friday, Aug. 9, and Saturday, Aug. 10. Copyright 2024 KSWO. All rights reserved.
Police respond to Thursday morning shooting in downtown Lawton

Aug 8, 2024 | kswo.com | Jarred Burk |Justin Rose

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The Lawton Police Department responded to a possible shooting the morning of Aug. 8, in downtown Lawton. When officers arrived they found an unresponsive individual injured around 3rd and C Avenue. Officers did begin life saving measures on the individual, according to LPD. That individual was transported to the hospital. There is no word yet on the current condition of the individual. 7News Reporter Jarred Burk was on the scene of the shooting this morning.
ODEQ declares Air Quality Action Day for Lawton

Aug 8, 2024 | kswo.com | Justin Rose

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality issued Lawton an Air Quality Action Day for Thursday, Aug. 8. The reason for the action day is due to potential elevated ozone levels. Elevated ozone levels have the potential to make the air unhealthy for individuals in sensitive groups. Individuals who have respiratory diseases such as asthma are being given the recommendation to avoid outdoor activities. The City of Lawton released tips to help reduce air pollution.