Officer Who Shot Suspect Armed With Spear Won't Face Charges

An officer won't be charged after he fatally shot a suspect armed with a spear who stabbed his brother to death, the attorney general said.

2 Men Robbed At Gunpoint In Vehicles: Police

Two men reported being robbed on two separate occasions while sitting in vehicles with acquaintances, according to Howard County Police.

Garbage Truck Driver Killed After Crashing Into Semi

A garbage truck driver died early Monday morning after police say the vehicle crashed into a parked tractor-trailer.

Drivers Will Need To Detour Around Railroad Crossing

A railroad crossing project in Marriottsville will require drivers to take a detour for a few days starting this weekend.

Traffic Delays Expected Along I-95, U.S. 29 For BGE Electrical Line Project

Drivers should expect traffic to be stopped for up to 15 minutes at a time between 4 and 8 a.m. this Sunday along I-95 for a project.

Officers Escape Serious Injury After Driver Crashes Into Patrol Vehicles

Two HCPD officers escaped serious injury after a driver did not move over while they were conducting a traffic stop and hit the patrol cars.

Strangers Save Man's Life After Suffering A Heart Attack

Two men have been recognized for saving a stranger's life who collapsed after working out on a treadmill.

Retired NBA Star Talks About His Career, Current Sports Issues

Phil Chenier played nine seasons for the Washington Bullets, spent 33 years in the broadcast booth as well.

Plans Advance For Long Reach Village Center

Howard County’s planning board voted unanimously to approve the Long Reach Village Center's preliminary development plan.

Columbia’s Phoenix Theatres Shows Final Flick

Phoenix Theatres announced on its website that the Columbia Snowden 14 + ScreenX movie theater closed for good Monday.

SUV Heading Wrong Way Hits Vehicle Head On Killing 2

Two people died Sunday morning after police say a driver suspected of being impaired went the wrong way on I-95, hitting an SUV head-on.

What's Open, Closed On New Year's Day 2026 In Columbia

See how the New Year's holiday will affect government offices, transportation schedules and library hours in Howard County.

Woman Rams Car Into State Patrol Vehicle During Multi-County Chase

A woman fleeing Virginia State Police led a chase through 2 MD counties and rammed a VA state police vehicle in Maryland.

Urgent Care Returns to Former Pet+ER Location: VivaVets Animal Hospital Now Open

Bridging the gap between your family vet and the ER with Sunday hours, walk-in availability, and transparent pricing for Columbia pets.

Parking Limited, Sidewalk Closed For Pond Project

Crews will be shutting down a stretch of sidewalk and limiting parking for a stormwater pond repair project.

Winter Weather Advisory Changed For Howard County

The U.S. National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington​ has canceled the winter weather advisory for Howard County that expired Saturday.

What's Open, Closed For Christmas 2025 In Columbia

Patch has the latest closings and trash collection adjustment in Howard County for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Toys For Tots Breaks Record In Howard County

The 10th annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Giveaway in Howard County has set another record for the number of kids helped.

Man Fatally Shot During Fight In McDonald's Parking Lot

A man critically injured during a fight that broke out early Friday morning in the parking lot of a McDonald's in Jessup has died.

Local Newsletter Gets Best Of 2025 Nod For Keeping Community Informed

Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter.

Recycle Live Christmas Trees Through County's Merry Mulch Program

Residents are reminded they can recycle live Christmas trees through Howard County's Merry Mulch program.

Rotary, Hammond High Food Drive Shows Christmas Spirit

Columbia-Patuxent Rotarians and the Hammond High School Interact Club gave an early Christmas present to the Howard County Food Bank.

Toy Drives In Columbia: How To Make The Holidays Merry For Everyone

Help make the holidays brighter for Howard County kids by donating to Toys for Tots. Here are the drop-off sites in the area.

Chez Yiamme Catering Celebrates Five Years of Caribbean Flair

Laurel business not only caters events but also helps to support people in need

Ornaments Drawn By Howard Co. Kids Displayed Near National Christmas Tree

Students from Church Hill Elementary have ornaments they designed on display near the National Christmas Tree this holiday season.

Snow Impacts Howard County Schools Schedule For Dec. 15

Howard County Public Schools officials have altered the school schedule for Monday, Dec. 15, due to a weekend snowstorm.

Regina Clay Shares Vision for District 4 During Crimson & Cream Event

Clay Receives Tremendous Support as She Seeks Howard County Council, District 4 Seat

Where To See Santa In Columbia This Holiday Season

The holidays are here and Santa will be making an appearance (or two) in town. Here's where to see jolly ol' St. Nick in December.

Food Drive Saturday Supports Food Insecure Families

Howard County leaders are hosting a non-perishable food drive Saturday to support food insecure families. There are 5 drop-off locations.

New Plans For Long Reach Village Center Unveiled

County leaders announced Tuesday that they've partnered with Columbia Concepts to breathe new life into the Long Reach Village Center plan.

Folds of Honor Scholarships Aid Military, First Responder Families

Navy Veteran Details Program for Local Rotarians

Fire Breaks Out In Basement Of Columbia Home

Investigators are looking into a fire that ignited Monday afternoon in the basement of a Columbia home. No injuries were reported.

Man Found Dead In Woods After Being Reported Missing

A Clarksville man reported missing Dec. 4 has been found dead in the woods two days later, police reported.

Nearly 150 Students Affected By Redistricting Vote

Nearly 150 students must switch schools for the 2026-2027 school year to help alleviate overcrowding at Bryant Woods, officials say.

New HIV Drug Available Through Howard County Health Department

Described as a groundbreaking medication, Yeztugo can be obtained at the Howard County Health Department for HIV protection.

Beds Added To Grassroots Emergency Shelter, Officials Break Ground On Another Shelter

Just in time for winter, Grassroots Crisis Intervention has added beds to its emergency shelter while officials broke ground on a 2nd site.

New Library Project Given Green Light By County Council

The Howard County Council has approved legislation providing financing to buy land and work up a design for the proposed Central Branch.

Weather Decision Made By Howard County Public School System For Tuesday

Howard County Public School System leaders have made a decision about school for Tuesday due to forecasted weather.

Crews Tackle Exposed Sewer Line Stabilization Project

Crews have started working to stabilize an exposed sewer interceptor in Columbia. Officials do not expect work to affect traffic.

2025 Christmas Tree Guide: Where To Buy A Tree In Columbia

Patch has a list of where Howard County residents can fresh-cut Christmas trees both already cut and waiting to be chopped down.