President Biden to address climate change
President Biden is looking to revive his climate agenda after a serious blow in congress over the weekend.
Politics
Supporters of abortion rights, restrictions rally at State House
As the ad-hoc committee met inside the Blatt Building on State House grounds Tuesday, protests and rallies went on outside. Pro-abortion rights groups and pro-life advocates gathered at the capitol to express their beliefs in earshot of the committee. Members of the pro-choice group WREN led protestors in chants as members of pro-life groups like "Liberty and Justice for All" expressed their opinions nearby.
Ad Hoc committee passes abortion bill
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--After hearing public testimony from pro-life and pro-choice supporters… South Carolina lawmakers returned to discuss the state’s abortion laws. An ad hoc committee of House members was tasked with suggesting a…
City Manager Teresa Wilson 'respectfully declines' Lt. Governor
Columbia City Manager Teresa Wilson "respectfully declines" consideration for Lt. Governor nod by former Congressman Joe Cunningham
President Biden makes trip to Middle East
President Biden went overseas on his first trip to the Middle East as President.
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham reacts to annual inflation report
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina's U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, a Senate Budget committee ranking member, reacted to the new report on annual inflation hitting 9.1 percent. Graham (R-South Carolina) made the following statement on annual inflation hitting 9.1 percent.…
Graham testimony sought in Georgia election probe
ATLANTA (AP) - The Georgia prosecutor investigating the conduct of former President Donald Trump and his allies after the 2020 election is trying to compel U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani to testify before a…
Lawmaker's return to capital to address state budget
Lawmakers were back at the state capital Wednesday to address some unfinished business. One of the main issues on the agenda was the state's budget.
Cunningham speaks out just hours after Democratic governor primary win
Democratic Congressman Joe Cunningham speaks out hours after becoming Democratic nominee to run against Republican Governor Henry McMaster in November.
Voters head to the polls for SC Primary
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- It is Election day in South Carolina. Voters are heading to the polls for the state Primary. Polls are open from 7am- 7pm. You can find your polling location and more by visiting scvotes.sc.gov. Count on…
Congressional hearings for January 6 insurrection gets underway
Prime Time Congressional hearing on the deadly January 6th attack at the Capitol.
House passes sweeping gun reform package as Senate talks continue
The House overwhelmingly passes the 'Protect Our Kids Act' as the Senate continues talks about gun reform.
The WH celebrates 'Pride Month' by supporting LGBTQ legislation
The White House says it will celebrate Pride Month this June by signaling support for the LGBTQ community and their families
Gov. plans investigation into Richland School Dist. 2
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- According to a spokesperson for Gov. Henry McMaster, the governor plans to direct the state inspector general to investigate Richland School Dist. 2 once S.202 is finalized and signed into law. The bill gives the governor the…
President Biden addresses Nation after deadly school shooting kills 21
President Biden addresses the nation after deadly school shooting in Uvalde, Texas leaves at least 19 children, 2 adults dead.
National Politics
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- 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
- Concerns over a Nebraska hospital show how a $50B rural health fund is coming up short Apr 3, 2026 11:30 AM EDTA rural Nebraska family’s lifeline hospital now sits at the center of a national fight over Medicaid cuts
