On behalf of the City of Columbia Public Relations Department: WHAT: The City of Columbia leaders will hold a brief press conference addressing preparation and operations related to local public…
‘Tis the season for thieves or ‘porch pirates’ to look for crimes of opportunity like stealing delivered packages from your porch or front steps. Here are a few helpful safety…
Mayor Steve Benjamin and Columbia City Council unanimously approved an emergency ordinance that amends the emergency ordinance extending mask face coverings. Also this emergency ordinance extends the temporary suspension of…
Columbia Police Department (CPD) Investigators are releasing surveillance video and a picture of a man accused of stealing money from a female at a North Columbia store. The incident happened…
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Many traditional Halloween activities can be high-risk for spreading viruses. There are several safer, alternative ways to participate in Halloween. If you may have COVID-19 or you may have been…
The Columbia Police Department’s (CPD) Traffic Safety Unit (TSU) continues to investigate a serious collision involving a motorcycle and pickup truck last night. Officers were dispatched to the 7400 block…
Columbia Police Department (CPD) officers have arrested a 17-year-old male on multiple charges after a foot pursuit in North Columbia. Preliminary Information: Shortly after 5:00 p.m., the teen is accused…
Columbia Police Chief W. H. “Skip” Holbrook is pleased to announce the release of the department’s 2019 Annual Report. The annual report highlights significant events and achievements for the year,…
The Columbia Police Department, Richland County Sheriff’s Department, and additional law enforcement partners have a collaborative public safety plan in place for planned protests and marches this weekend. Multiple groups…