Biden hones in on Iowa, South Carolina in 1st campaign swing
Former Vice President Joe Biden’s early presidential campaign travel itinerary leaves little doubt about his strategy in early voting states.
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Former Vice President Biden launches 2020 presidential campaign
Former Vice President Joe Biden formally joined the crowded Democratic presidential contest on Thursday morning.
Sen. Klobuchar campaigns in the Midlands
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Sen. Kamala Harris picks up new endorsements in early-voting South Carolina
Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris is adding to her list of African American endorsements in South Carolina, the first test of the black vote in next year’s primary elections.
Lighted sign requirement removed from SC rideshare safety bill
Three state senators have made a big change to legislation that aims to improve safety for Uber and Lyft customers in South Carolina.
Massachusetts Congressman latest to announce 2020 Presidential run
The Democratic Presidential field of nominations just keeps growing ahead of the 2020 Election.
2019's tobacco settlement gives South Carolina $79 million
South Carolina has been paid another installment from the settlement nearly all U.S. states signed with the major tobacco companies in 1998.
Senate approves its version of South Carolina’s $9B budget
The South Carolina Senate passed its version of the state’s $9 billion budget on Thursday approving several provisions.
House Judiciary Committee issues subpoena for full Mueller report
The chairman of the House Judiciary Committee has issued a subpoena for special counsel Robert Mueller’s report and the underlying materials.
Biden expected to launch presidential campaign next week
Former Vice President Joe Biden is expected to announce he’s running for President of the United States next week.
SC Senator introduces abortion ban in budget
The budget debate in the South Carolina General Assembly again turns to the statewide abortion issue on Wednesday.
Lawmakers discussing budget, teacher salary at the State House
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Senator Kamala Harris plans to make another stop in SC
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) --- Senator Kamala Harris is on her way back to the Palmetto State as she continues campaigning for the 2020 Presidential election. The California Democrat says during this visit she plans…
Five Points Safety Meeting to be held Tuesday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Columbia City Councilman Moe Baddourah and Police Chief Skip Holbrook will hold a community meeting on safety issues facing Five Points. It will also include discussion on safety in the surrounding neighborhoods. The meeting is set for Tuesday,…
President Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong Un willing to meet for third summit
President Donald Trump tweeted on Saturday that he is open to a third summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, citing their “excellent” personal relationship and understanding of “where we each stand.” “I agree with Kim Jong Un of North Korea that…
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