Investigators used license plate readers and surveillance footage to arrest seven adults and detain a 16-year-old in a downtown shooting.
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November 4, 2026
Columbia Man Sentenced for Machine Gun Conversion DeviceDeshawn Anthony Harris, 21, received 60 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to illegally possessing a machine gun.
October 31, 2026
Columbia Police to Increase Downtown Presence HalloweenThe department is redeploying officers to downtown Columbia to manage anticipated crowds for the Saturday holiday.
October 29, 2026
Columbia Police Search for Suspect Who Fled on BicycleAuthorities are searching for a man who evaded arrest after riding into a wooded area in Columbia.
October 12, 2026
Missouri Attorney General Targeted Columbia BarThe attorney general demanded a nuisance abatement plan from downtown Columbia bar Reign following reports of misconduct.
September 28, 2026
Group Criticized Safety Tactics at Reign BarRace Matters, Friends held a virtual news conference to address public safety concerns in Columbia.
September 23, 2026
Columbia Police Conducted Standoff at Northeast HomeOfficers served a search warrant at a residence near the intersection of Rice Road and Boyd Lane on Wednesday.
September 18, 2026
Columbia Police Arrested Suspect in August ShootingThe 19-year-old suspect faces multiple felony charges following a daytime shooting on Conley Road.
