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BUSTED: Most Commonly Stolen Items From Texas Wal-Mart Stores
And a lot of people getting busted for it. Here in Texas, even misdemeanor theft can result in jail time and hefty fines. Walmart is the largest retailer in the U.S. and has 517 locations throughout Texas. Walmart constantly has to deal with "shrink" which is retail lingo for theft, from both consumers and "inside jobs."
A Dangerous New Gang Nobody Has Heard of is Creeping into Texas
Two weeks ago, the name Tren De Aragua was completely foreign to most Americans. Today, the name of the violent Venezuelan gang is now known nationwide due to their recent takeover of an apartment complex in Aurora, Colorado. And terrifyingly enough, officials say that they have seen large groups of Tren de Aragua making entry into the state of Texas via the corridor in El Paso.
Drive Sober, Or Get Pulled Over This Labor Day Weekend
On average one person is killed every eight hours on a Texas road in an alcohol-related traffic crash. Drive Sober. No Regrets. Enforcement campaign underway in Texas this Labor Day weekend. Designate a sober driver or call a ride share for a safe ride home. This Labor Day weekend if...
OSU’s Integrated Pest Management legacy lives on in new team
STILLWATER, Okla. – Sorghum producers discovered a new pest in their crops on the Gulf Coast of Texas in the summer of 2013. Less than a year later, the sorghum aphid (known at the time as the sugarcane aphid) decimated Oklahoma sorghum, causing more than a 40% reduction in grain yields and thousands of dollars in economic losses for farmers.
Altus police seek leads on missing woman, Elizabeth Lee, last seen August 20
ALTUS, OKLA (KOKH) — The Altus Police Department (APD) is seeking information on a missing woman. According to APD, Elizabeth Lee has not been seen since Aug. 20. Lee's family made a follow-up missing persons report today, Aug. 31. Additionally, Lee had filed a protective order just before she...
Commerce Funding Commitment Helps Make New Rural Hospital a Reality
Eight years after the closing of Tillman County Memorial Hospital, the community of Frederick, Okla., came together with federal, state and local leaders to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Comanche County Memorial Hospital. “This is the first time in 50 years that a hospital has been rebuilt after closure,...
Cloudy skies will keep temperatures below average | 9/1 AM
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Good morning Texoma! Very similar conditions are expected today compared to yesterday. Skies will be partly cloudy in the morning hours and will become mostly cloudy in the afternoon. While most of Texoma will remain dry, some isolated showers will be possible at any point throughout the day. Temperatures will be slightly below average and peak in the upper 80s to low 90s.
Local Lawton church honors retiring pastor, welcomes new leadership
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - On Sunday, Sept. 1, the Faith Bible Church in Lawton will be honoring retiring pastor Leonard Reimer. According to the church, Leonard and his wife Darlene have served the congregation for 20 years. His last service will take place at 10:50 a.m. with a fellowship meal...
Booker, Hankins win third terms; Ward 2 contest headed to Nov. 5 ballot
“We are going to have three more years of progress!” an animated Stan Booker said at his watch party Aug. 27 while celebrating his re-election to a third and final term as Mayor of Lawton. “We are transforming this city.”. Booker, a commercial real estate investor/manager, trounced four...
Elk City Cowgirl To Compete At Rodeo Of Champions
Elk City, Okla. – August 26, 2024 – An Elk City woman will be a contestant in the Elk City Rodeo of Champions this weekend. Julie Burnett will compete in the barrel racing on August 31. The Arkansas native moved to Elk City five years ago with her...
Oklahoma Football Will Tribute Toby Keith This Season in the Coolest Way
An NBC tribute concert that aired this week, Toby Keith: American Icon, honored the star's contributions to music and culture, with a number of big-name stars singing Keith's hits for good causes. Next, he'll be remembered by his home state of Oklahoma and one of his favorite football teams, the...
Cherokee Nation Principal gave 6th State of the Nation address during 72nd annual Cherokee National Holiday
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin, Jr. spoke to thousands of Cherokee citizens and guests from the heart of the tribe's capital city Saturday morning during his 6th State of the Nation address. During his address, Chief Hoskin highlighted the many accomplishments of the past year...
Fletcher PD asking public for assistance in suspected hit-and-run
FLETCHER, Okla. (KSWO) - Fletcher Peace Officers are investigating an incident they believe is a suspected hit-and-run from late Friday evening. In a post to the department’s Facebook page, officials said it happened shortly before 9 p.m. just north of Watts Road and Highway 277. Police and fire responded...
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