CPD expanding special unit to respond to calls related to mental health
The Columbia Police Department is expanding a special unit staffed with counselors to respond to mental health or behavioral related calls for service.
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Richland County Council extends mask ordinance until May 1
Despite a drop in COVID-19 cases over the last several weeks, masks in Richland County will be required for another couple months.
SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS: What the addition of 10 new SROs means for Richland Two
“When something happens at a school, kids don’t hesitate to go to the SRO and tell them what’s going on or what somebody’s got," Lott said.
STATE OF THE UNION: Midlands residents and visitors sound off about President Biden ahead of address
How are those in Columbia feeling about Biden’s first year in office?
NO WAR IN UKRAINE: Columbia residents rally against Russian invasion
“I’m glad to be in this country but I still have extended family in Ukraine," Tsyganok said. "Right now, the Russians are bombing them.”
CPD UPDATE: Woman facing additional charges after investigation into drug overdose at apartment
The Columbia Police Department says a woman who was charged after a fatal drug overdose at an apartment last week now faces more charges.
Local Living: Newberry College Jazz Festival, Battle at Bull Street Fan Fest this weekend and more!
Local Living: Newberry College Jazz Festival, Battle at Bull Street Fan Fest this weekend and more!
Richland County Coroner identifies pedestrian killed in hit and run on Two Notch
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released the name of a pedestrian who died after being hit by a vehicle on Two Notch Road Thursday.
Black History Parade comes through Columbia
The 17th annual Black History Parade and Festival kicked off in Columbia Saturday.
Locals rally at State House in support of the Ukrainian people
Here at home, Columbia residents met at the State House Saturday for a rally in support of the people of Ukraine.
ATF seeking information about explosion in Irmo last year
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives needs your help finding whoever was involved in an explosion in Irmo last year. Authorities released a photo of a vehicle that was seen in the area at the time of the explosion.
Columbia residents voice opinion about Russian invasion of Ukraine
“I didn’t know when I came home and my wife was crying about it," said Vasyl Babych, a Ukrainian native who has lived in Columbia for the past 14 years.
Local Living: Keep the Midlands Beautiful hosting shoe drive in March, Richland Library debuting new exhibit and more!
Local Living: Keep the Midlands Beautiful hosting shoe drive in March, Richland Library debuting new exhibit and more!
Columbia native opens up SWIFF clothing store in Five Points
Today, a Columbia native realized his dream of having a storefront for his luxury streetwear brand, SWIFF.
SCHP investigating hit and run that killed a pedestrian in Richland County
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says troopers are investigating a hit and run that killed a pedestrian on Two Notch Road at Leaside Drive yesterday.
COVID-19 vaccines available at Soda City Market this weekend
If you're looking to do some shopping while still getting your COVID-19 vaccine, you can visit Soda City Market this weekend.
CPD: One dies from drug overdose at apartment, others taken to hospital
The Columbia Police Department says one person is dead after a drug overdose at Latimer Manor apartments, and three others have been taken to a hospital for treatment.
Local Living: Dinosaur Adventure roars into Columbia, Lake Murray Bridal Show this weekend and more!
Local Living: Dinosaur Adventure roars into Columbia, Lake Murray Bridal Show this weekend and more!
Grammy nominated musician Jeffrey Osborne leads Master Class for Richland One students
Hundreds of middle and high school students in the Midlands were in for a treat today with a special guest.
RCSD: Man arrested for fatal shooting outside a Columbia night club
According to Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, a man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that took place outside a night club in Columbia earlier this month.
