(PORTAGE) Efforts to keep kids safe on the internet in Columbia County are getting statewide attention. The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office has been named the … Read more

(COLUMBUS) A Columbia County woman who was tricked into handing over thousands of dollars is now at the center of a wider investigation, with two … Read more

(COLUMBUS) A Columbia County woman was pressured into handing over a large amount of cash in a scam that investigators say spiraled from a compromised … Read more

(DEKORRA) A break-in attempt at a home in the Town of Dekorra Tuesday night set off an hours-long search through nearby woods, ending with a … Read more

(CALEDONIA) A speeding stop on Interstate 90 turned into a major drug and firearm arrest early Tuesday morning in Columbia County — with a young … Read more

(PORTAGE) A Colfax man accused of leading law enforcement on a dangerous, multi-county chase made his first appearance in Columbia County court this week. Preston … Read more

(DEKORRA) A routine traffic stop in Columbia County led to a seventh drunk driving arrest Saturday afternoon. A sheriff’s sergeant was on patrol around 2:45 … Read more

(PORTAGE) When seconds count and panic sets in, knowing what to do can save lives.  The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is offering free training to … Read more

(PORTAGE) Drivers on Highway 33 near Portage saw a tense few minutes Thursday afternoon as deputies moved quickly to stop a speeding, erratic vehicle before … Read more

(WEST POINT) A routine traffic stop in Columbia County ended with a man in jail after deputies discovered he was wanted on a felony warrant … Read more

(DEKORRA) Drivers heading west on Interstate 90/94/39 early New Year’s Day narrowly avoided a deadly crash after a car was found stopped in the middle of the … Read more

(COLUMBIA Co.) A routine traffic stop on a busy stretch of interstate turned into a major drug bust that authorities say likely saved lives in Columbia County.  A Minnesota man … Read more

(ARLINGTON) Two people from Poynette were killed Tuesday afternoon in a head-on crash in the Town of Arlington. Columbia County deputies said they received multiple … Read more

(LODI) Columbia County authorities seized a large amount of illegal drugs following a recent high-speed pursuit. The chase began in the town of Lodi. A … Read more

(COLUMBIA COUNTY) Columbia County authorities had a busy Labor Day weekend.   Sheriff’s deputies were involved in three separate high-speed pursuits between Saturday evening and 4am … Read more

(CAMBRIA) A Cambria man is accused of committing internet crimes against children. Brett Berryman made his initial appearance in court on charges of possession of … Read more

(MARCELLON) Columbia County authorities are investigating a child’s death. It happened Wednesday evening in the town of Marcellon. The sheriff’s office received a 911 call … Read more

(COLUMBIA COUNTY) A multi-state police search for a suspect who stole a vehicle from Columbia County ended with his arrest Tuesday. A woman had reported … Read more

(LODI) Columbia County authorities say a sex offender will be living in Lodi. Nathen Pieffle currently resides in Outagamie County but will be moving to … Read more

(Poynette) A Columbia County Sheriff’s Office squad car was involved in a two-vehicle crash over the weekend. The deputy was responding to a call for … Read more

(Columbus) A Milwaukee woman was arrested following a pursuit that started in the city of Columbus. A Columbia County sheriff’s deputy observed a vehicle operating … Read more

(Columbia County) Columbia County Sheriff’s officials are warning residents that the jury scam has hit the county again. This time, the scammers are calling as … Read more

(Columbia County) Area law enforcement officials are urging the public to make a plan before St. Patrick’s Day festivities begin. Authorities say every year alcohol-impaired … Read more