Destany Fuller
Multimedia Journalist
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Destany Fuller was born and raised in Irving, Texas. She attended Texas State University, where she graduated with a degree in Electronic Media in 2021.
During her time at Texas State, she was a news and sports reporter for the campus newspaper, The University Star, as well as a reporter/anchor for the campus newscast, Bobcat Update.
Since graduating, she's worked as a journalist for the website WeINSPIRE and for the Princeton Herald as a freelance sports reporter.
In her free time, Destany enjoys cooking. shopping and spending time with her friends and family. She has a passion for sports and enjoys playing them, specifically soccer and volleyball.
If you have story ideas, you can reach her at destany.fuller@kswo.com.
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Mayor Stan Booker advised citizens to share companionship and support to those around us this holiday -- ensuring no one feels alone during this season.
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Citizens concerned about the project said they want officials to take a minute to think about what this means for the city.
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The crash happened around 7 a.m. on the H.E Bailey Turnpike, west of Ninnekah.
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The blessing box serves as a community hub for donations of food and other necessities.
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Families and friends were able to fellowship over a hot meal, which included chicken, turkey, dressing, macaroni and other holiday fixings.
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Volunteers spent their Friday night spreading holiday cheer by ringing bells and collecting donations.
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Shelby Lam was selected to play in the ‘Saluting America’s Band Directors’ marching band.
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According to Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the accident happened just before 5 a.m.
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The accident happened around 4:30 a.m. on the H.E Bailey turnpike, just 8 miles south of Chickasha.
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For one woman in Wichita Falls, a smart watch notification made the difference between life and disaster.
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Incumbent Onreka Johnson, and challenger Sherene L. Williams will go head-to-head for the position following the September 12th election -- where neither candidate secured 50% of the vote.
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Tanya Organ from Lawton Public Library joined 7News anchor Destany Fuller for this edition of Community Conversations to discuss an array of events coming to the library in November.
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The partnership is between the Lawton Board of Realtors, Real Estate Experts and the United Way of Southwest Oklahoma.
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The combat veteran shared he was in his car feeling ‘hopeless’ when he picked up the phone.
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During the conversation, Fort Sill’s remaining Halloween events, their annual Turkey Run, and a Veteran’s Day concert were discussed.
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Campbell's friend, Robert Jeter, said he knew he struggled with mental health, but didn’t know how severe his battle was.
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Those planning to go to Fort Sill's 'Basement of Terror' can expect an authentic experience.
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The fundraiser was held to help raise money for the volunteer fire department's everyday necessities.
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7News’ Tarra Bates traveled to two more churches expressing the seriousness of getting out and voting.
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The event served as a way to kick off Red Ribbon Week.
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Vendors, volunteers and supporters heard all the statistics for those either diagnosed with the disease or Dementia -- along with the number of family and caregivers.
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In a press release Thursday, the bank pledged the money to help fund the university’s banking and finance certification program.
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The suspect can be seen on surveillance video grabbing a charity donation jar from the counter of Mark's Convenience Store.
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The court has spent the past year gathering donations with one goal in mind: giving back.
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Cameron University and the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services plan to save lives with their new Naloxone vending machine.
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It’s been four months since that damaging storm hit Lawton back in June, and residents are still dealing with the fallout.
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The driver of the vehicle was admitted to the hospital in critical condition.
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7News' Tarra Bates is on a tour of Lawton speaking on the importance of voting.
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To keep both actors and guests safe, security and EMTs are on-site at the Trail of Fear.
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We’ve told you about the outrageous utility bills Duncan Citizens have been faced with and Tuesday night, those citizens made their voices heard at a city council meeting.
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Monday is Indigenous People’s Day and Western Oklahoma State College in Altus held a celebration in recognition of the holiday.
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The game wasn't played in the traditional fashion you may expect.
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Some residents are seeing bills with tripled rates.
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On Saturday, Sept. 30, optometrists across Oklahoma will give back to their communities for Giving Sight Day, which gives them the opportunity to give free eye exams.
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7News Reporter Destany Fuller sat down with LPS officials who explained the reason behind those changes.
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The hogs tunneled their way under a fence earlier this month and did significant damage to the cemetery.
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Ellis is currently the president of Cosmetic Specialty Labs, but also has political experience under her belt.
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The husband and father of 3 says this isn’t his first time running for the empty seat.
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Police say the shooting happened after two groups got into an altercation.
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The family of 19-year-old Noah Presgrove is looking to the public for help in solving his case.
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According to the Center for Disease Control, Sickle Cell Disease affects roughly 100,000 Americans.
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Multiple first responding agencies were on scene, working to rescue two the pair after one reportedly fell.
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Tribal members say they’re willing to do whatever it takes to get things back, and better than they were before.
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Investigators determined the motorcycle's driver was under the influence at the time of the crash.
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The organization was originally founded in Houston, Texas by Craig Johnson whose son was diagnosed with autism as a child.
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10 teams faced off at the event to see who could serve up the best barbecue while also raising money for the organization.
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Jesus Madrid Gonzales and Ellen Fernandez Choate proudly added their names to the library’s citizenship plaque.
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The pageant will give a wide variety of women and girls in the community a chance to showcase their talents.
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The district's partnership with the Cotton County Sheriff's office will last for three years.
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