Former university employee charged with attempted enticement of a minor
A former researcher at the University of South Carolina has been charged with attempted enticement of a minor for sexual activity, says the DOJ.
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CPD: No charges filed in connection with 4-year-old child's death
Columbia Police has completed its investigation into the fatal shooting of a child on Christmas Eve in Harbison last year, says the dept.
Columbia unveils new 'Park and Play' mobile recreation van
The City of Columbia Parks and Rec unveil their new 'Park and Play' mobile recreation van
UPDATE: Flights from CAE to D.C. resume after plane crash
Officials with Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) say all flights to and from D.C. have resumed today.
Illinois man sentenced to prison for sending sexually explicit texts to 12-year-old in SC
An Illinois man is going to prison for sending sexually explicit texts to a South Carolina 12-year-old.
Columbia Boat Show coming to the fairgrounds
The Columbia Boat Show is coming to the state fairgrounds.
Art at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
If you’re traveling through the Columbia Metropolitan Airport there is new art on display to look at on the way to your gate.
City of Columbia celebrates winners of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarships
Over the weekend the City of Columbia celebrated the winners of the 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dream Keepers Scholarships and the Honor the Dream Food Drive.
Registration open for summer camps at SC State Museum
The South Carolina State Museum has announced that registration for its Summer camps are now open.
SC Chamber responds to Governor McMaster's 2025 State of the State Address
After Governor McMaster's State of the State address, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mike Brenan responded to the governor's speech.
Former RCSD K9 Specialists charged with misconduct in office, accused of selling dept. equipment
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott says two former RCSD K9 Specialists have been charged with misconduct in office.
Pardon denied for man convicted of DUI crash that killed 6-year-old girl
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole, and Pardon Services has denied a pardon for Billy Patrick Hutto Jr., who was convicted in a DUI crash that killed a 6-year-old.
UPDATE: One lane open after vehicle hits utility pole, power line blocking area
One lane is open on Spears Creek Church Road, and traffic is moving again, according to Columbia firefighters.
Columbia Police requesting public's help finding vulnerable missing adult
Columbia Police's Special Victims Unit investigators are requesting the public's help finding a vulnerable missing adult, said police.
CPD: Pedestrian hit by driver on Columbiana Drive
On Monday night, the 300 block of Columbiana Drive was closed after a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle, said Columbia PD.
19-year-old arrested in connection with driving SUV into home
Forest Acres Police Chief Don Robinson announces the arrest of a 19-year-old in connection with driving an SUV into a home earlier this month.
Law enforcement investigating fatal Caughman Road hit-and-run
Columbia Police Department investigators have released photos of a vehicle that was allegedly involved in a fatal hit-and-run, said investigators.
Elderly lady taken to hospital after crashing into gas station, police say
An elderly lady has been taken to a hospital after crashing into a Gervais Street gas station, says Columbia Police.
Columbia Parks & Recreation Department launches new Park & Play Recreational Van
The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department has announced the launch of its new community Park and Play mobile recreation van that will debut on January 30 at 3:30 pm at St. Anna’s Park.
Columbia Police investigating fatal Farrow Road shooting
Columbia Police is investigating a shooting that happened in the 5700 block of Farrow Road, said officers.
Remembering Liberation of Auschwitz
On Monday morning, Jan. 27, Governor Henry McMaster served as a keynote speaker for a program commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz.
Columbia Police arrest 19-year-old in connection with fatal Doctor’s Circle shooting
Columbia Police has arrested a 19-year-old in connection with a fatal shooting of a man on Doctor’s Circle, said police.
