President Trump delays imposing tariffs on auto imports and parts
President Donald Trump on Friday delayed any decision to impose tariffs on car and auto-part imports to avoid trade disputes.
Politics
Democratic Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders set to make another stop in SC
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) --- Another Democratic Presidential candidate gearing for the 2020 election is making another stop in the Palmetto state. Saturday Vermont Senator, Bernie Sanders plans to hit the campaign trail to outline the policies he is touting he…
Alabama Senate passes near total ban on abortion
Alabama lawmakers have passed a near total ban on abortion.
Former Detention Center officer charged with harassment
Spartanburg, SC (WOLO) --- The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) arrested a former Detention Center Officer authorities say violated an order placed on him by a Judge following a May 3rd arrest for…
SC Lawmakers consider special session
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina lawmakers are considering coming back in special session to deal with the future of state-owned utility Santee Cooper and budget vetoes by the governor. The House unanimously approved Thursday a resolution allowing lawmakers to…
McMaster celebrates 'Senior Citizen Day'
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Governor salutes military spouses with proclamation to honor their sacrifice
[gtxvideo vid='Vs0WyoDJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Vs0WyoDJ.jpg' vtitle='MILITARY SPOUSE MONTH'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---Governor Henry McMaster dedicated this month to honor the people who hold down the fort, staying at home while their loved ones serve in the Armed Forces. Tuesday afternoon, Governor McMaster…
Governor declares May as "Military Spouse Appreciation Month"
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Richland Co. Sen. Harpootlian again questions Panthers Bill
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--One Richland Co. senator continues to be the loudest voice questioning the measure that would provide tax incentives to bring the NFL's Carolina Panthers' practice facility to York Co., moving it from Charlotte. Speaking Tuesday on the house…
Mayors send letter to senate in support of Panthers bill
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The mayors of five of the state's largest cities sent a letter to the senate Tuesday in support of the proposed tax incentives designed to bring the NFL'S Carolina Panthers practice facility to South Carolina. The mayors…
Governor names first South Carolina State Child Advocate
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has named South Carolina’s first State Child Advocate. On Monday, the Governor announced that Amanda F. Whittle will be the first person to fill the position. It was created by a bill…
Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg continues 2020 campaign in the Midlands Monday
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO/WCIV)- South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg announced he will be returning to South Carolina for a two-day swing through Orangeburg and North Charleston. On Sunday, the hopeful for the Democratic presidential nomination will hold a town hall at…
Former VP and Democratic Candidate for President Joe Biden to visit SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Former Vice President and 2020 Democratic Presidential candidate Joe Biden will be in South Carolina this weekend. It is Biden's first visit to the Palmetto State since announcing his run. According to his campaign, Biden will be…
Democratic Presidential candidate Joe Biden will make his first campaign stop in Columbia this weekend
Democratic Presidential candidate Joe Biden is headed to Columbia!
Senators: An education reform bill will not be passed this session
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Seeing 10,000 teachers AND THEIR SUPPORTERS stand loud and proud on the State House lawn left Governor Henry McMaster (R-South Carolina) with a strong request for…
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
