Trump indicted on charges related to efforts to overturn 2020 election
It marks the third time former president has been indicted on criminal charges.
Politics
Scott criticizes DeSantis over his support for Florida's slavery curriculum as they stump in Iowa
U.S. Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina has criticized fellow Republican presidential candidate and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for supporting new standards that require teachers to instruct middle school students that slaves developed skills that "could be applied for their personal benefit.”
President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter, plea deal update
President Joe Biden’s son Hunter plea deal on two tax charges has fallen apart after the federal judge hearing his case expressed concern over a related agreement on a more serious gun possession charge
ABC'S of Education: One Southeastern state changes how Black history is taught
In tonight's ABC's of Education we're looking into a newly approved set of standards for how Black history should be taught. The florida board of education approved some controversial new rules for the state’s public schools.
Fact Check: DeSantis talks about plan to reform military
In tonight's Military Matters, the Republican field for the 2024 presidential nomination is quite crowded. Tuesday, the first candidate filed for South Carolina’s February primary.
S.C. man arrested on felony, misdemeanor charges for alleged role during Capitol riots
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- A Bluffton, South Carolina man faces…
DOJ: Lowcountry man who stole police riot shield during Jan. 6 riot arrested in Virginia
Tyler Bradley Dykes, 25, of Bluffton, is charged with two felonies: civil disorder and assaulting, resisting, or impeding certain officers or employees.
DeSantis becomes first major party candidate to enter South Carolina's 2024 presidential primary
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis filed paperwork on Tuesday for South Carolina’s 2024 presidential primary
Special counsel informs Trump he is target in probe of efforts to overturn 2020 election
Special counsel Jack Smith has informed former President Donald Trump by letter that he is a target in his investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election, sources familiar with the matter tell ABC News.
A.G. Alan Wilson announces 'Prevention Education Project'
Attorney General Alan Wilson was at the State House Friday night to announce the launch of what he calls "traffic proof S.C."
President Joe Biden touts economic plan during Palmetto State visit
Speaking at Flex’s West Columbia plant, President Joe Biden applauded recent investment into infrastructure across the nation, including right here in the Midlands.
President Biden prepares to stop in West Columbia
The President will deliver remarks at Flex’s plant in West Columbia in just a matter of hours.
President Biden set to make first Palmetto State stop of the year in the Midlands
The president is set to arrive tomorrow to speak at a West Columbia plant.
President Biden speaks out on Russian unrest
Russian President Vladimir Putin is attempting damage control, slamming organizers of an armed rebellion calling them traitors.
Saturday marks 1 year since overturning of Roe V. Wade
Saturday June 24, 2023 marks one year since the United States Supreme Court's dobbs decision which overturned roe versus wade and federally protected access to abortion.
National Politics
- Trump endorses Republican Steven Hilton for California governor, reordering wide-open race Apr 6, 2026 2:15 PM EDTPresident Donald Trump is endorsing Republican Steve Hilton for California governor, reordering a wide-open race
- 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
- South Florida vice mayor's death investigated as domestic violence, husband faces murder charge Apr 3, 2026 11:34 AM EDTThe husband of a South Florida vice mayor has been charged with fatally shooting his wife at their home, according to an affidavit
- White House set to release Trump's budget with major increase in defense spending Apr 3, 2026 11:32 AM EDTThe White House is scheduled to release President Donald Trump’s 2027 budget Friday
