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Oklahoma House leader Cyndi Munson officially enters governors race

21 hours ago | kswo.com | Seth Marsicano |Kemar Noel

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Democratic House Leader Cyndi Munson held her first major rally as she begins her campaign for Oklahoma Governor. Munson grew up in Lawton while her father was stationed at Ft. Sill and would later graduate from Eisenhower High School. After serving the House of Representatives for 10 years, she’s attempting to move on to larger pastures in the form of Oklahoma Governor.
Lawton inmate charged in stabbing after fight

1 week ago | kswo.com | Alex Rosa-Figueroa |Kemar Noel

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - A man at the Lawton Correctional Facility is facing charges for assaulting another inmate. Trevor Dolittle is charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and possession of contraband. According to court documents, Dolittle got into an argument with another inmate and was seen on surveillance video attacking the man with a mental instrument multiple times.
Lawton man charged with 2024 murder pleads guilty

1 week ago | kswo.com | Alex Rosa-Figueroa |Kemar Noel

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - A Lawton man who was charged in a 2024 murder has pleaded guilty. Joshua Pedro was arrested and charged in April of last year in the death of Mikayla Blackeagle. According to court documents, Pedro entered a blind plea. Investigators say Pedro admitted to killing Blackeagle during interviews reportedly saying the shooting happened while they were fighting. Surveillance video from the scene showed him firing multiple times at Blackeagle even reloading his gun at one point.
Lawton police to join in fundraising for Special Olympics

1 week ago | kswo.com | Alex Rosa-Figueroa |Kemar Noel

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The Lawton Police Department will be participating in a fundraising event on April 12, to give back to the community. “Bagging with Badges,” is a fundraising event that helps fund the Special Olympics. During this event, officers will be helping people bag their groceries any tips the officers earn will go straight towards that funding effort. Public Information Officer for LPD Lieutenant Charles Whittington, gave some insight on what to expect from the event.
Preliminary hearing set for former Lawton council member charged with first-degree rape

2 weeks ago | kswo.com | Alex Rosa-Figueroa |Kemar Noel

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - There have been new updates regarding the trial against former Lawton council member, Jay Burk. Burk was accused of sexually assaulting a man who was unconscious in his home. He’s charged with first-degree rape and distribution of obscene material. This week, a judge set a preliminary hearing for Burk, who was ordered to appear in court on May 20. According to court documents, Burk raped the man after a night of drinking in October of last year.
Governor Stitt signs order aiming to review contractor conversations in state agencies

2 weeks ago | kswo.com | Alex Rosa-Figueroa |Kemar Noel

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Governor Kevin Stitt has signed a new executive order that aims for “contractor conversions” in state agencies. The matter concerns transitioning full-time workers to contract work. Under the executive order, agencies will need to list any full-time positions converted to independent contractor positions within the past year.
‘Food Truck Tuesday’ launches at Lawton Farmer’s Market

2 weeks ago | kswo.com | Alex Rosa-Figueroa |Kemar Noel

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The “Food Truck Tuesday” event kicked off Tuesday, April 8, at 4 p.m. and ran until 7 p.m. at the Lawton Farmer’s Market. The event took place right off 4th Street and will be held every Tuesday through July 1. The event was launched to give those who can’t make it out on Saturday mornings a chance to still enjoy our local goods. Copyright 2025 KSWO. All rights reserved.
Parks Jones Realtors: Average asking price of around $228,000

2 weeks ago | kswo.com | Alex Rosa-Figueroa |Kemar Noel

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Parks Jones Realtors has provided us here at 7News with an updated look at the housing market in Lawton. According to those numbers, there are 386 homes currently on the market, with an average asking price of around $228,000. They’ve been on the market for 83 days on average. Meanwhile, 1,516 homes have been sold and closed on in the last 12 months selling for an average of $196,000. That’s roughly 126 sold properties a month compared to last year’s 138 per month.
AFR defends Oklahoma Forestry Service amid discussion of closure

2 weeks ago | kswo.com | Alex Rosa-Figueroa |Kemar Noel

OKLAHOMA CITY (KSWO) - The American Farmers and Ranchers (AFR) Cooperative is criticizing a proposed idea to close the Oklahoma Forestry Service. Last week, Governor Kevin Stitt expressed his dissatisfaction with the forestry service and floated the idea of disbanding the agency.
Oklahoma House passes bill to ease rural healthcare rules

2 weeks ago | kswo.com | Alex Rosa-Figueroa |Kemar Noel

OKLAHOMA CITY (KSWO) - Healthcare access in rural Oklahoma could soon be improved due to a resolution by Representative Chris Sneed from Fort Gibson. The resolution is now under consideration in the Senate after passing the House. House Concurrent Resolution 1007 requests an exemption from the federal Stark Law. This law prevents physicians from referring patients to medical facilities in which they have a financial interest.