Body Found in Lancaster County
Investigators are trying to determine the identity of a discovered over the weekend.
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Shooting Suspect Search
Columbia Police are asking for the public’s help searching for a man they say should be considered armed and dangerous.
AG Wilson helps with baseball-themed youth program
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Several groups are again teaming up for a program that aims to use baseball to keep Columbia-area teens safe and off the streets. At MeadowLake Park on Monday, Attorney General Alan Wilson is working with organizations including the Columbia Police Department and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department for Badges for Baseball. The program serves at-risk Columbia…
Ex-SC State trustee wants wiretap evidence tossed
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A former South Carolina State University trustee facing charges including racketeering and wire fraud in a public corruption investigation wants wiretap evidence thrown out. Attorneys for Jonathan Pinson say in court documents filed late last week that wiretaps the government used to monitor their client’s phone calls were not properly obtained. Federal prosecutors say Pinson took…
Lancaster County Authorities Identify Body
LANCASTER, S.C. (AP) _ Lancaster County authorities have identified the body of a man found in some woods over the weekend.
City Cites “The Library” over Business License
A Five Points club, that’s been at the heart of controversy over the past couple of weeks, was reportedly in trouble again over the weekend.
Live Monitoring of Security Cameras in Effect
In ongoing efforts to reduce and prevent crime, the Columbia Police Department, along with Statewide Security Systems, is using physical manpower to monitor security cameras in various areas of the city.
Haley ally backs Sheheen’s magistrate bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) âone space€one space” As Gov. Nikki Haley’s campaign criticized her Democratic opponent for arguing cases before magistrates he helps put in office, one of her allies backed his proposal for ending the practice. Attorney Leighton Lord told reporters Monday that state Sen. Vincent Sheheen’s bill offers a good solution for removing the appearance of impropriety concerning the…
Alerts Program Keeps you Connected
Columbia and Richland County have joined together to keep you in the know with a new alerts program.
Turkey Shortage
Columbia, SC (CNN)-The star of your thanksgiving meal may be a little skimpy this year.There is a shortage of large, fresh butterball turkeys.It’s all because some farmers…who supply the company…couldn’t get their turkeys to plump up sufficiently.So, fresh ones over 16-pounds may be in short supply. Categories: Local News, News
