Richland County Deputy Jake Salrin laid to rest, remembered fondly by fellow law enforcement officers
At Thursday’s service, Sheriff Leon Lott spoke about Deputy Jake Salrin, calling him a man of faith and a dedicated officer.
Richland News
USPS looking to hire new carriers all across the Palmetto State
USPS is hoping to hire a thousand new employees as we head into their busiest time of year.
Richland Recycles Day: Residents can drop off a variety of unwanted household items
Richland county residents are encouraged to dispose some unwanted household items the right way this weekend.
Columbia Police investigating shooting
Investigators say a male victim was shot in the upper body at an apartment on Waverly St. just before 10:30am.
Funeral set for fallen Richland County Deputy
The Funeral for a Richland County Deputy, who died while on the job, is Thursday. Family, friends and Law Enforcement will say goodbye to 23 year old Deputy Jacob Salrin, Thursday at 11 a.m.
Visitation set tonight for Richland County deputy killed in vehicle crash
Funeral arrangements have been announced for a fallen Richland County deputy. Dignity Memorial says visitation for Deputy Jacob Salrin, 23, is on Wednesday from 5 to 8 pm at the Dunbar Funeral Home at 3926 Devine Street.
GREG'S GROCERIES: Law enforcement agencies help nonprofit aid thousands in need
With the help of law enforcement agencies from across the state, Serve & Connect packed more than 3,000 boxes at Tuesday’s event at the Forest Acres Walmart.
Police: Woman lead police on chase with a baby in the car
Investigators say around 10am Tuesday an Irmo police officer tried to pull over Whitney James, 34, for having the wrong license tag on her car.
Area students get to jump on the Cocky Reading Express
Cocky and a bunch of his best buds from USC visit an area classroom for the annual Cocky Reading Express.
REMEMBERING GREG ALIA: Widow of Forest Acres police officer turns grief into positive change
She decided to create the non-profit Serve and Connect, which works to build relationships between police officers and citizens.
Funeral arrangements announced for late Richland Co. Deputy Jacob Salrin
The funeral for Richland County Deputy Jacob Salrin starts Thursday at 11 at The Meeting Place Church of Greater Columbia.
Sheriff: Richland County Deputy killed in collision
(WOLO)--The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a deputy has been killed in a vehicle collision.
Multiple law enforcement agencies responding to Harbison area incident
Officials on scene say officers from the US Marshals Service, SLED, Columbia Police, and the Richland County Sheriff's Department have responded to a shooting incident at the Extended Stay America location on Kinley Rd. in Irmo.
Rep. Clyburn, Sen. Graham speak about potential government shutdown
“We are hurtling toward a shutdown which I am very hopeful will not occur," Clyburn said.
Parole denied again for a woman serving 15 years in prison for fatally stabbing her abuser
Tiffany Jenae Carroll, 36, failed to get the two-thirds vote necessary for parole. Despite a 3-2 decision supporting her bid to rejoin society, efforts again fell short because the bar is higher for certain violent crimes. One member abstained from voting and another was absent.
Richland School District Two settles alleged sex abuse lawsuit
The family of a Ridge View High School basketball player who was allegedly sexually assaulted by several teammates prior to a game in 2020 has settled their lawsuit with Richland School District Two for $285,000 dollars.
Richland County Coroner identifies two victims in shooting off Willow Oak Drive
The Richland County Coroner has identified the two victims in a Tuesday shooting off Willow Oak Drive
Attorney: Richland School Dist. 2 reaches settlement in alleged sexual assault lawsuit
A spokesperson for Columbia Attorney Tyler Bailey says the family of a Ridge View High School basketball player who was allegedly sexually assaulted by several teammates prior to a game in 2020 has settled their lawsuit with Richland School Dist. 2 for $285,000.
Update: Richland Co. deputies find reported runaway teen
Investigators say Isabella McDuffie-Roberts was found safe
Eau Claire Community Prayer Rally set for Sunday
Prayer rally to be held Sunday in response to shooting deaths of three Eau Claire High School students.
Richland Co. community members discuss rash of violence
Community members in Richland County held a meeting to discuss the violence in the area.
SC Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services unveils new display at law enforcement museum
Warren says his department is looking for motivated employees who help them accomplish their mission of helping those being released from custody.
Two elementary students in Lex-Rich School District Five will become published authors
According to school officials, the books that De Andre and Dylan wrote during Tucker's multi week writing program called "Share Your Story" will be published and sold on Amazon.
Employee at care facility charged with abuse of a vulnerable adult
Investigators say the victim was a resident of the facility.
