Hard economic times often give rise to swindlers — people hoping to make a quick buck by misleading hapless consumers. It's not easy to catch these con men, who often go door to door. But there's one ...

What’s the first thing you do when locked out of your house or car? If a friend or family member can’t bring you spare key, then often you’re left to search online on your phone for a locksmith.

People who dial 911 when they're locked out of their homes or vehicles shouldn't expect police to respond after Jan. 1, unless there is an emergency. The Columbia Police Department said in a Friday ...