Former SC Senator John Drummond Dies at 96
Long time public servant in the South Carolina Senate passes away over the weekend. How he is being remembered.
Politics
Fired Manager Corey Lewandowski Still Involved in Trump Campaign
As Donald Trump arrived in Manchester, New Hampshire, for a rally a week ago, he stepped out of his motorcade and was greeted by a familiar face: Corey Lewandowski.
State: FBI Recovers Benghazi Emails Involving Clinton
The State Department says about 30 emails that may be related to the 2012 attack on U.S. compounds in Benghazi, Libya, are among the thousands of Hillary Clinton emails recovered during the FBI's recently closed investigation into her use of a private server.
Clinton Leads Trump by 10 Points in New Poll of Likely Voters
Hillary Clinton garnered a majority of the support in a new poll released today, passing 50 percent in a head-to-head matchup with Donald Trump and solidifying a lead built up after the party conventions a month ago.
WATCH: Trump v.s. Clinton
Hear what the two nominees vying for the oval office are saying after a war of words spurred by name calling and finger pointing.
WATCH: Campaign Shakeup for Donald Trump
[gtxvideo vid='UxslqVM3' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/UxslqVM3.jpg' vtitle='WATCH: Campaign Shakeup for Donald Trump'] TETERBORO, N.J. (WOLO) -- Less than three months until Election Day, Donald Trump's campaign is undergoing a major staff shakeup. Trump is adding two officials to top posts to oversee his…
Trump to Call for New Ideological Test for Admission to US
Donald Trump on Monday will call for a new ideological test for admission to the United States, vetting applicants on their stance on issues like religious freedom, gender equality and gay rights. The policy would represent a significant shift in how the U.S. manages entry into the country.
Ronald Reagan's Daughter Blasts Trump's 'Verbal Violence'
In a Facebook post directed at the Republican presidential candidate, Ronald Reagan's daughter blasted Donald's Trump's "glib and horrifying comment" on the Second Amendment.
Rutherford Asks Haley, McMaster to Withdraw Trump Support
South Carolina's top state House Democrat is doubling down on his call for top elected Republicans to withdraw their support of GOP nominee Donald Trump.
WATCH: Hillary Clinton’s Historic Night
[gtxvideo vid='FoFGriVt' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/FoFGriVt.jpg' vtitle='WATCH: Hillary Clinton's Historic Night'] PHILADELPHIA, PA (WOLO) -- Hillary Clinton is coming off a historic night. Clinton closed out the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia Thursday night by making her case to voters about why she…
This Shirt Once 'Offended' Walmart
(CNN) - Twenty-one years ago, a Walmart store in Florida pulled shirts from its shelves, saying they were "offensive." The shirts had a simple, empowering message: "Someday a woman will be PRESIDENT!" ABC Columbia mobile app users click here to watch.
WATCH: President Barack Obama Ready to Pass the Baton
[gtxvideo vid='wszTQuAv' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/wszTQuAv.jpg' vtitle='WATCH: President Barack Obama Ready to Pass the Baton'] PHILADELPHIA, PA (WOLO) -- Hillary Clinton is set to take the stage Thursday night at the Democratic National Convention to accept her party's nomination. Wednesday night, President Barack…
Watch: Collaboration Key in Convention Speeches
[gtxvideo vid='WOeircZu' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WOeircZu.jpg' vtitle='SPEECHWRITER'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Moving and memorable sentiments of a single person crafted and transformed by a team of experts. "A good speech writer's goal is to help the speaker to be his or her best…
WATCH: Hillary Clinton Shatters the Glass Ceiling
[gtxvideo vid='lrlddDlj' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/lrlddDlj.jpg' vtitle='WATCH: Hillary Clinton Shatters the Glass Ceiling '] PHILADELPHIA, PA (WOLO) -- Hillary Clinton is making history. After Tuesday's roll call vote, Clinton has officially become the first woman to be nominated for president on a major party…
SC Delegates: Time for Sanders to Hit the Trail for Clinton
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Not all Bernie Sanders' supporters are on board with his call to support Hillary Clinton, but some South Carolina delegates to the Democratic National Convention say he is now primed to…
National Politics
- Georgia congressional election pits Trump-backed Clay Fuller against Shawn Harris Apr 7, 2026 5:44 AM EDTRepublican Clay Fuller faces Democrat Shawn Harris in a special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in Congress
- Trump endorses Republican Steven Hilton for California governor, reordering wide-open race Apr 7, 2026 12:45 AM EDTPresident Donald Trump is endorsing Republican Steve Hilton for California governor, reordering a wide-open race
- DeSantis signs Florida law to label groups as terrorists and expel student supporters Apr 6, 2026 8:35 PM EDTGov. Ron DeSantis has signed a law allowing Florida leaders to label groups as domestic or foreign terrorist organizations
- How Graham Platner is using trivia games and happy hours to help power his Maine Senate campaign Apr 5, 2026 11:30 AM EDTDemocrat Graham Platner is attracting support for his Maine Senate campaign from voters willing to forgive his past transgressions and embrace his populist message
- Can Kennedy lineage and hype over 'Love Story' help send JFK's grandson to Congress? Apr 5, 2026 5:07 AM EDTAs a Kennedy scion, Jack Schlossberg had a lot of hype behind him when he launched his congressional campaign in New York City late last year
- Trump administration asks appeals court to pause order halting White House ballroom construction Apr 4, 2026 7:57 PM EDTThe Trump administration is arguing that a judge’s order to halt construction of a $400 million ballroom creates a security risk for the president
- Bondi struggled to prosecute Trump foes. But will a new attorney general make a difference? Apr 4, 2026 7:58 AM EDTPam Bondi is out of her job after failing to deliver criminal cases against President Donald Trump’s political enemies
- President Trump signs executive order that aims to stabilize college sports Apr 3, 2026 10:15 PM EDTPresident Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at restoring “order, fairness and stability” to college athletics
- Democrats see Georgia's failure to curb data centers as an electoral gift Apr 3, 2026 5:40 PM EDTGeorgia lawmakers have ended their legislative session without addressing concerns over data centers
- Tennessee eases up on its unique child support rule for restoring voting rights after a felony Apr 3, 2026 5:16 PM EDTA new Tennessee law has eased up on two longstanding financial hurdles for people with felony sentences who want their voting rights back
