Police: Parent Assaults Officer at Midlands School
Columbia Police say a parent is in custody after assaulting an officer at Dreher High School.
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CPD Officer Charged with Domestic Violence
A Columbia police officer is accused of criminal domestic violence.
11 Protesters Arrested at State House
Tuesday morning, the decision to try and block entry to the State House garage landed eleven people in handcuffs.
City Council Meets to Discuss Loan Loss of $157,000
Wednesday, city council members met to discuss a loan that put the city at a loss of about $157,000 and reportedly involves a city council member.
Solicitor: Investigation into CPD Closed
Solicitor Walt Wilkins says the investigation into criminal activity inside the Columbia Police Department is now closed.
New Gorilla on Display at Riverbanks Zoo
There is a new gorilla on exhibit at Riverbanks Zoo.
Man Accused in 5 Points Shooting Appears in Court
The man accused of shooting USC Freshman Martha Childress last October, appeared in federal court Wednesday.
Deputies: Man Maced Pregnant Woman, Stole Purse
Richland County deputies are looking for a man who allegedly attacked two people, including a pregnant woman, with mace in two robbery attempts.
Local Emergency Vet Proves Vital in Ice Storm
With many veterinary offices closed, due to the weather, a local emergency vet is helping residents and their pets.
Patient Says "Thank You" With Flash Mob
Wednesday morning, a flash mob took over Palmetto Health Children's Hospital.
Troopers: Man Killed in Hit and Run
Troopers with the highway patrol are investigating a deadly hit and run.
Uncovering Camp Asylum
An archaeological dig is underway on Bull Street to uncover the secrets of "Camp Asylum," a P.O.W. camp during the Civil War.
Richland Co. Deputies Investigating Shooting
Richland County deputies are investigating an early morning shooting on Parklane Road.
Two Additional Suspects Arrested in Five Points Stabbing
Columbia police have arrested two additional suspects in a weekend stabbing in Five Points.
Suspect Arrested in Officer-Involved Shooting
Columbia police have arrested a suspect in Thursday's officer involved shooting.
Cab Driver Charged With Attempted Murder
A Columbia cab driver is in custody after police say he shot at a passenger he thought was trying to leave the car without paying.
Shots Fired Outside Downtown Hotel
Columbia Police are trying to piece together what led up to a report of shots fired outside the Clarion Hotel on Gervais Street.
SLED Investigating Police Chase
SLED is investigating a chase involving the Columbia Police Department where a suspect allegedly shot himself in the head.
Attorney Offers Medical Explanation for NCAAP Pres.'s Behavior
The attorney for state NAACP President Lonnie Randolph says what was interpreted as a crime last Friday were actually symptoms of diabetes.
SLED Starts Investigation of Columbia Police Dept.
The State Law Enforcement Division confirms to ABC Columbia News it is investigating allegations involving the Columbia Police Department. but would not confirm what those are.
Early Morning Car Chase
49 year old Benjamin Kearse is arrested after allegedly refusing to stop for police and later crashing his car into a tree
Asiana Death
A third person has died as a result of injuries from the Asiana plane crash
Updated: Power Outage Forces USC to Cancel Classes
A power outage on the USC campus has led officials to cancel classes for the remainder for the day.
Columbia Police Officer Arrested, Fired
A Columbia Police officer finds himself on the wrong side of the law and without a job.
Suspect Arrested in Sexual Assault
Columbia police have arrested a man they say broke into a woman's home and sexually assaulted her.
