Columbia Police Department

The changes include only being allowed to look at appeals if they fell into one of four categories, the inability to host public meetings, make comments on policy and more.

Fifty-eight jaywalking tickets have been issued since April in Columbia, including 43 citations the past two months.

The Police Department released details about its downtown operation in response to questions about downtown safety.

The chief's letter noted an intent to establish a downtown police unit. The District noted past investments in public safety.

Staffing increases have helped police roll out a new "proactive policing" initiative focusing on downtown safety.

The map updates daily with information from Police Reports that have gone through the department's review process.

The Columbia Police Department is asking owners of surveillance cameras on private property to register them as part of a new effort to help solve crimes with neighborhood security footage.

Following the Columbia City Council's decision to limit the police review board's powers, some current and former members are saying the City should rethink its decision.

Police Chief Jill Schlude emphasized that the department is trying to hire more officers during a town hall event.

The City of Columbia's policy lets police make some distinctions, but immigration advocates are pushing for more protections.