Massachusetts Congressman latest to announce 2020 Presidential run
The Democratic Presidential field of nominations just keeps growing ahead of the 2020 Election.
Politics
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…
Beto returns to the Midlands this weekend
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Democratic presidential hopeful Beto O'Rourke is returning to the palmetto state for his second visit since announcing his candidacy less than a month ago. His three-day drive through the Palmetto State will include events in Columbia, Charleston, Clemson,…
SC Federal Bureau of Prisons successfully tests technology to jam cell phones
The first test to jam cell phone signals in South Carolina prisons is a success
Bill aims to protect vulnerable, police during traffic stops
A South Carolina lawmaker has introduced legislation that would allow people with disabilities or their caretaker to apply for a special registration that would note their condition and alert law enforcement during a traffic stop.
Bill aims to protect vulnerable, police during traffic stops
A South Carolina lawmaker has introduced a bill for disabled people to apply for registration that alerts officers during traffic stops.
Crossover deadline for bills in State House passes
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Wednesday April 10th, 2019 was the crossover deadline for bills working through the State House. Bills that made the cut, include a measure overhauling the State's education system…
National Politics
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- Democrat Francesca Hong promises to be 'wild card' in Wisconsin governor's race Sep 17, 2025 11:47 AM EDTA Democratic state lawmaker who is promising to be a “wild card” is joining Wisconsin’s open race for governor
- Trump's threat to target 'radical left' after Kirk killing raises fears he's trying to silence foes Sep 17, 2025 11:34 AM EDTPresident Donald Trump is escalating threats against what he calls the "radical left" after the assassination of Charlie Kirk
- Republican Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to run for governor after tangling with Trump over 2020 voting Sep 17, 2025 11:18 AM EDTRepublican Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to run for governor after tangling with Trump over 2020 voting
- Joel Willett says security clearance revoking gave added incentive to run for Senate Sep 17, 2025 10:38 AM EDTJoel Willett, a military veteran and former CIA officer, has launched his Democratic campaign for the U.S. Senate from Kentucky
- Foreign disinformation about Charlie Kirk's killing seeks to widen US divisions Sep 17, 2025 6:54 AM EDTRussia moved quickly to exploit conservative activist Charlie Kirk's shooting death at a Utah college, with groups linked to the Kremlin spreading false and misleading claims that experts say are designed to incite violence
- Democrat Xp Lee wins Minnesota House special election to fill assassinated legislator’s seat and preserve tie in chamber Sep 17, 2025 6:40 AM EDTDemocrat Xp Lee wins Minnesota House special election to fill assassinated legislator’s seat and preserve tie in chamber
- Justice Department says it's suing Oregon and Maine as it seeks voter data in multiple states Sep 17, 2025 5:57 AM EDTThe Justice Department says it has sued Oregon and Maine for failing to provide their voter registration lists
- From Utah to New York, key developments in cases of US political violence Sep 17, 2025 5:55 AM EDTPolitical violence has rocked the U.S. multiple times in recent months, culminating with the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah university
- Prosecutors already have dropped nearly a dozen cases from Trump's DC crime surge, judge says Sep 17, 2025 5:54 AM EDTPresident Donald Trump’s law-enforcement intervention in the nation’s capital has led to federal charges against more than 50 people over the past month
