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.
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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…
Ron Rivera, Panthers on the prowl during visit at the State House on Thursday
Representatives from the Carolina Panthers, including Head Coach Ron Rivera, met with Governor Henry McMaster (R-SC) and other lawmakers in Columbia Thursday.
House passes 'Samantha Josephson safety act'
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- South Carolina lawmakers have voted to moved forward with the "Samantha L. Josephson Ridesharing Safety Act" which would require illuminated signs in all Ubers and Lyfts. Now that the…
STEM Education Day at the State House
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Time is running out for many bills in SC Legislature
Time is running out for some bills to have an easier trip through the South Carolina Legislature this week with the deadline on Wednesday.
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