10 convicted for multi-state identity theft and fraud ring
2024-11-12
A major identity theft and fraud ring based in Columbia has led to the federal conviction of ten individuals involved in schemes spanning multiple states,Continue Reading
CRIME STOPPERS GLOBAL SOLUTIONS expands operations into Eastern Europe
2024-10-11
Richland County (S.C.) Sheriff Department’s model factors into international organization’s work By W. Thomas Smith Jr. In an effort to increase its Eastern EuropeanContinue Reading
SAFE Federal Credit Union Announces 2024 First Responders of the Year
2024-10-10
SUMTER, SC – In front of a sellout crowd of 77,000 at the University of South Carolina vs. University of Mississippi football game, SAFE FederalContinue Reading
Detention Center Hosts Job Fair on October 25
2024-10-10
If you’re seeking a career in public service, Richland County’s Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center (ASGDC) is offering job opportunities. The detention center is hosting a job fair on Friday,Continue Reading
Man Identified After Being Recovered from Lake Murray
2024-09-18
LEXINGTON, S.C. – Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the man recovered from Lake Murray near the Irmo side of the dam on SeptemberContinue Reading
RCSD lieutenant, other first responders, receive servant leader awards on 9/11 anniversary
2024-09-13
Five recipients from five agencies honored by Columbia-area church for fourth consecutive year By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Lieutenant FriedaContinue Reading
State Offering New Program for Offenders Seeking Employment
2024-07-31
South Carolina – The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole, and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) has introduced a new initiative to aid offenders in their jobContinue Reading
Sheriff Leon Lott named to international Crime Stoppers board of directors
2024-07-24
Sheriff is said to “exemplify commitment and excellence in all aspects of law enforcement” By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott wasContinue Reading
CRFD Recognized as Fire Safe SC Community for Fifth Consecutive Year
2024-07-24
he Columbia-Richland Fire Department (CRFD) has once again been honored as a Fire Safe SC Community, marking the fifth straight year the department has receivedContinue Reading
Bravest of the Brave
2024-07-09
The Midlands Gang Task Force is thwarting violent gangs and gang-related criminal activity in central S.C. By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Gathered around a tableContinue Reading
Richland County Sheriff Adds Mustang GTs to Patrol Fleet for Community Engagement
2024-07-05
Richland County, SC — In a move designed to foster closer ties with the community, Sheriff Leon Lott has added 17 new Ford Mustang GTsContinue Reading