Education, tax rebate to highlight SC State of the State
Gov Henry McMaster will lay out his vision of what he thinks the government in South Carolina needs to do at his State of the State address.
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AG, other law enforcement oppose medical marijuana in SC
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The state's law enforcement leaders re-affirmed their opposition to medical marijuana at a news conference Wednesday afternoon at the Statehouse. State Attorney General Alan Wilson and several other police chiefs and…
In State of the State, SC gov to pitch ideas, seek alliance
South Carolina’s Governor Henry McMaster gives his annual State of the State address to lawmakers on Wednesday.
GoFundMe started for Federal workers feeling the pinch
Families all over the Country are beginning to feel the effects of the Government shutdown as it hits day 32. What some are now doing to feed their families and how you can help.
Sen. Bernie Sanders visits HBCU Benedict College
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Senator Bernie Sanders visited Benedict College and answered questions from many college students. During his visit, Sanders spoke about many hot button topics, from ending the government shut…
In State of the State, Gov. McMaster to pitch ideas, seek alliance
When South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster gives his annual State of the State address to lawmakers, he'll be laying out a vision for the coming year in a state where his office notably holds little unilateral power.
Bernie Sanders to visit with students at Benedict College
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders will be in Columbia to meet with students at Benedict College. Sanders will visit the college for an event called "A conversation with students." Sanders will speak Tuesday afternoon at the David…
King Day At The Dome brings 2020 Presidential Hopefuls to Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='y66RztHr' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/y66RztHr.jpg' vtitle='KING DAY'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- King Day at the Dome gained national attention with possible presidential candidates Sen. Bernie Sanders, D-Vermont, and Sen. Corey Booker, D-New Jersey, as speakers during the rally. Mayor Benjamin said in…
Senator Bernie Sanders speaks at SC State House 'MLK Rally'
[gtxvideo vid='QlL3aXQt' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/QlL3aXQt.jpg' vtitle='Senator Bernie Sanders at SC State House'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Among the hundreds of attendees at the 2019 Annual King Day at the Dome Monday, were politicians, ready to speak to the crowd at the State House.…
A look at King Day at the Dome -Live at the State House
[gtxvideo vid='hjYObeWK' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/hjYObeWK.jpg' vtitle='A look at Kind Day at the Dome -Live'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Hundreds are gathering at the South Carolina State House Monday to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The annual 'King Day at the Dome' event draws…
Update: United States Postal Service to implement new postage rates
COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- The United States Postal Service has increased its prices for stamps along with other services. Americans will see a change in price for domestic mailing, shipping…
Elizabeth Warren planning 1st trip to South Carolina
Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren is making her first trip to early voting South Carolina since launching her exploratory bid for a possible 2020 presidential run. Warren's organization tells The Associated Press on Sunday that she is planning to visit Columbia on Wednesday…
Bernie Sanders coming to Columbia
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- King Day at the Dome typically draws presidential candidates and this year is no exception. We already knew New Jersey Sen. Corey Booker would take place. Saturday a spokesperson…
Mayor Benjamin to deliver State of City address
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has announced his plans to deliver the State of the City address. The Mayor will outline his plans for the new year in the address on January 29, 2019. WHO: Mayor Steve Benjamin,…
Federal judge halts offshore drilling work on SC coast during government shutdown
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