Republicans break with Trump over baseless vote-fraud claims
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Mace becomes SC's first Republican woman elected to Congress
U.S. House candidate Nancy Mace addresses supporters outside a Waffle House where the Republican once worked on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020, in Ladson, S.C. Mace defeated Democratic U.S. House Rep. Joe Cunningham in South Carolina's 1st…
As people anxiously await Election Night results, election officials call on people to stay patient
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- After a very eventful Election Night, social media has still been buzzing about some of South Carolina's races, and the eagerness to find out who will win the 2020…
SC Governor Henry McMaster casts vote on Election Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster cast their ballots earlier today. The two voted at the american legion on Pickens street. The governor spoke about voter turnout…
Voters pack the polls in the Midlands on Election Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Election Day is here, and voting is underway in South Carolina. Polls are open from 7am-7p, and anyone in line at 7 pm will be allowed to vote. Voters lined…
After months of ads, Graham, Harrison finally face off in SC
Republican U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and Democratic challenger Jaime Harrison are facing off in South Carolina’s most expensive Senate contest.
Casting your ballot on Election Day? Expect to see poll watchers
The democratic and republican parties have both called on their supporters to serve as poll watchers this Election Day.
Senator Lindsey Graham, Jaime Harrison each hold rallies leading into Election Day
We're keeping an eye on several key races in the Palmetto State.
Vote 2020: What SC voters need to know heading into Election Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2020 and State Election officials want to make sure you have the information you need to cast a vote. Per the South Carolina Election Commission, there are some important deadlines. In…
Senator Lindsey Graham, Jamie Harrison hold final debate
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Friday night, for the second and final time, Senator Lindsey Graham and his opponent, Jamie Harrison debated eachother in hopes of proving to voters their the right choice…
Senator Lindsey Graham, Jaime Harrison to participate in final debate Friday night
Jaime Harrison and Senator Lindsey Graham are set to debate one last time before election day. The two will face off tonight at 7 p.m. at the Columbia SCETV studios.
Graham, Harrison near end of well-funded Senate fight
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - In the U.S. Senate contest, South Carolina voters must make a choice. They can reelect a powerful incumbent with a senior legislative role who has helped place conservative justices on the Supreme Court. Or they can…
Second Congressional District preview: Joe Wilson seeks 10th term in race against Adair Boroughs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Election Day is just around the corner, and the race for South Carolina’s Second Congressional District seat is heating up. Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC) has held the seat for nearly…
Vote 2020 Preview: Second Congressional District
With Election Day less than one week away, all seven of South Carolina's seats in the House of Representatives are up for grabs. Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC) has represented the…
Over one million absentee ballots have been cast in SC so far, setting a new record
According to the South Carolina State Election Commission, 1,013,000 South Carolinians have returned their absentee ballots for the 2020 election so far. This more than doubles the previous record for absentee voting when 503,000 absentee votes were cast in the 2016 General Election.
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