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Manhunt Monday: Woman wanted for abandoning, endangering a child
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - Wichita Falls Area Crime Stoppers is looking for 44-year-old Yesenia Pacheco. She is wanted on the charge of child abandonment/endangerment. Crime Stoppers described Pacheco as a 5′3 Hispanic female with black hair and brown eyes. Wichita Falls Area Crime Stoppers recommends speaking to law...
Oklahoma authorities seize over 5,000 marijuana plants in Kingston raid
KINGSTON, Oklahoma — Authorities seized thousands of marijuana plants and processed marijuana during a raid on an unregistered grow operation in Kingston. On Friday, July 19, 2024, the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics' (OBN) Marijuana Enforcement Teams (MET) executed a search warrant at 17368 Fobb Bottom Road. The operation resulted in the seizure of 5,212 marijuana plants and 178 pounds of processed marijuana, according to a press release from the OBN. Arrests are pending.
'Somebody Has To Know Something:' OSBI Investigating Suspicious Disappearance After Chickasha Man's Remains Found
The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation identified a man's remains in Chickasha as Richard Houston in early July. His family says he was just starting to turn his life around when he disappeared in August of last year. Friends and family say the 47-year-old’s disappearance shocked them. “This event was...
Oklahoma City metro school districts share if they will follow mandated Bible curriculum
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — We're working to learn which school districts across Oklahoma will follow State Superintendent Ryan Walters' mandate, and teach the bible in the classroom. Many districts around the Oklahoma City metropolitan area say they're evaluating the situation, and waiting for more information from the Oklahoma State...
Lawton Police Department K9 suits up with new armored vest
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - A dog in armor sounds like something out of a dream, but for a K9 officer with the Lawton Police Department, it’s a reality. Our 7News team paid a visit to K9 officer Gwiazda, who was given an armored vest. It was donated from a fundraiser and embroidered with a message that honors K9s who have served and fallen last year.
Walters man allegedly assaults another with pair of scissors
WALTERS, Okla. (KSWO) - A man from Walters is accused of assaulting someone with a pair of scissors. Aaron Beasley faces a felony charge of assault and battery with a sharp weapon, a crime that carries a maximum punishment of up to 10 years in prison. Court documents allege a...
Lawton Public Schools helps parents gear up for back to school season
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - It’s almost August, which means it’s time for families to get ready for the back to school season. Lawton Public Schools will hold check-in days for parents and kids to get information, schedules, supply lists, and more. For those of you with elementary school...
Medwatch: CCMH’s specialty pharmacy receives URAC award
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The specialty pharmacy at Comanche County Memorial Hospital recently received the URAC award. They are one of five pharmacies in Oklahoma to independently get this accreditation. Michelle Coady, the Director of Specialty Pharmacy, said people go to a specialty pharmacy when they have expensive medicine and...
Lawton Goodwill to reopen a year after storm hits city
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The Goodwill on Lee Boulevard will be opening its doors once again on Tuesday, July 23, after it closed over a year ago, according to a Facebook post by Goodwill. It closed after last year’s June 15 hail storm caused city-wide damage to vehicles, buildings and...
Cherokee Nation Is Not Considering a Vegas Casino Yet
The Cherokee Nation was said to be mulling over a potential foray into the Las Vegas casino industry. However, the tribe isn’t quite ready yet, according to the chairman of its gambling authority. The Nation Is Not Ready for Vegas. John Sparks, chair of the Cherokee Nation Gaming Commission,...
Below average highs with an isolated chance for rain | 7/22AM
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - We’ll see mostly cloudy skies this Monday with temperatures remaining below average for this time of year. Typically we see highs in the triple digits to upper 90s (average exactly being 98°) however today we’ll see mid to upper 80s area wide. Northeast winds at 5 to 15mph. Coverage isn’t terribly high but with that said showers and isolated thunderstorms are possible. Brief heavy rain and gusty winds will be seen with most storms but severe weather is unlikely!
Women who sued Texas over abortion law share stories in Dallas
DALLAS - A key issue in the upcoming presidential election centers around abortion and a woman's right to choose. Texas is one of several states that have passed a strict abortion ban, with medical exceptions that opponents argue are confusing. On Monday, three women who sued the state for the...
As Temps Soar, Federal Funds for Low-Income Families Appear to Shortchange Hottest States
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) covers less than 8 percent of low-income residents’ heating and cooling costs in Texas. That’s compared to nearly 23 percent in northern states. Martha Pskowski & Jenaye Johnson | Inside Climate News. In San Elizario, Texas, tucked between cotton fields...
Texas companies linked to millions of dollars in fraudulent Medicare billings
NORTH TEXAS – Medicare fraud is suspected of costing Americans billions of dollars annually. Instead of funding healthcare, this money has become an income stream for suspected criminals. After the CBS News Texas I-Team exposed a Grand Prairie company allegedly connected to over $200 million in fraudulent billings, viewers flooded the I-Team with calls and emails. Many shared their experiences as victims of Medicare fraud."That's my story right there," said Dallas resident Dwight Sandell after watching the report the report. Sandell said that his Medicare account was fraudulently billed. He explained that he was billed for 10 straight months for urinary...
Grand opening set for Reasor’s south Broken Arrow location
Broken Arrow residents who’ve been eagerly waiting for Reasor’s new location to open in south Broken Arrow will get their day soon. Brookshire Grocery Co. announced the grand opening for the store is 10 a.m. on Aug. 8 at 1914 W. Norfolk Dr. The 65,000-square-foot store is the flagship property for the Aspen Ridge development on Aspen Avenue, just north of the Creek Turnpike.
SEC Football Preview: Oklahoma to prove it’s SEC ready
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - Oklahoma was the class of the Big 12 for the majority of the last decade, but have a Southeastern Conference schedule to overcome for the first time this season. Here is a short preview of the Sooners:. COACH — Brent Venables: 10-3 overall (10-3 in three...
New superintendent selected for Chickasaw National Recreation Area
SULPHUR, Okla. (KXII) - The National Park Service selected a new superintendent for the Chickasaw National Recreation Area. The recreation area announced that Devon Bradley was selected to be its next superintendent. Bradley has 24 years of government experience, including 10 years in the Marine Corps. He most recently worked...
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