Criminal Justice
‘Preventable’ inmate death brings another lawsuit to detention center’s doorstep
The lawsuit alleges Warner did not receive his proper medication, which ultimately led to his death.
Seth Marsicano
Seth got his start becoming the first investigative reporter for KSWO in Lawton, OK. After leaving, he felt the need to continue down the path of holding those in power accountable. He aims provide reliable investigative journalism throughout Texoma.
Government Accountability
Lawton could see pivotal leadership changes dependent upon voter turnout
While national, state and local level elections are important for different reasons, the votes that have the most impact are at the local level.
unhoused
How mid-sized cities are being disproportionately impacted by homelessness and what’s being done
These hubs often offer a higher quality of life compared to their surrounding municipalities, but according to officials, they also attract those who are unhoused.
Criminal Justice
Small town school budget takes a hit following private prison purchase
GERONIMO, OK - The purchase of Oklahoma’s last privately operated prison has been considered a major win as a result of the 60th legislative session. However, during the transaction, lawmakers overlooked the potential side effects this could have on taxes and on one small school district’s budget. In
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This is Dark Roast Report, a start-up independent news publication that's just getting started. Founded by Seth Marsicano and Reanna Gonzalez, they noticed a gap in true investigative reporting during their years covering the Southwest Oklahoma area. The purpose of the Dark Roast is to give the Texoma