Taylor Swift makes first political statement, surge in voter registration
Taylor Swift is known for her music, but this year the star did something she has never done before.
Politics
Candidates heat up in final stretch of Senate race in SC
On Tuesday night, candidates vying for Senate District 20 took part in a forum hosted by the United Way and Goodwill.
Biden backs Democratic candidate for State Treasurer
Former Vice President Joe Biden is showing support for South Carolina Treasurer candidate Rosalyn Glenn.
Smith says he will need support from both parties to win in November
Democratic candidate for Governor, James Smith said he will need support from Republicans to win in November, but his oppoonent said a recent endorsement proves those votes may be hard to come by.
Grand Jury Report Released in Corruption Probe
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO,AP)-- A state grand jury which investigated state house corruption says Attorney General Alan Wilson impeded the investigation whether he meant to or not. The grand jury report was released Tuesday…
Haley leaving post as Trump's ambassador to the UN at end of this year
New York, NY (WOLO) - UN Ambassador Nikki Haley announced her resignation Tuesday morning. The former South Carolina Governor has yet to comment on her decision. In a tweet, White House press secretary…
Former VP Biden to campaign for James Smith in SC
[gtxvideo vid='ken2pbA0' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ken2pbA0.jpg' vtitle='Former VP Biden to campaign for James Smith in SC'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Former Vice President Joe Biden will return to South Carolina this weekend to campaign for James Smith, the Democratic nominee for Governor. Smith's campaign spokesman…
President Trump honors fallen SC officer laid to rest Monday
[gtxvideo vid='EOyHJ5oG' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/EOyHJ5oG.jpg' vtitle='President Trump on deadly Florence attack'] FLORIDA (WOLO) - Speaking Monday (10/8) in Florida, President Donald Trump remembered Officer Terrence Carraway and other law enforcement officers injured in the attack. Carraway was killed after responding to help…
In-person absentee voting begins in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP/WOLO) - South Carolina voters can begin casting in-person absentee ballots for the Nov. 6 general election on Monday. The state doesn't allow no-excuses early voting. But someone who…
Joe Biden to campaign for democratic gubernatorial nominee in Charleston
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Former Vice President Joe Biden will return to South Carolina on Oct. 13 to campaign for James Smith, the Democratic nominee for governor. The State reports Smith's campaign spokesman, Brad Warthen, confirmed Saturday that Biden will stump for Smith…
South Carolina Governor Debates set for October
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina voters are getting two final opportunities to see the candidates vying for governor faceoff in debates. Two debates have been scheduled between Gov. Henry McMaster and his Democratic challenger, state Rep. James Smith. The…
Latest information on Kavanaugh vote
Some key Senators have backed Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and a confirmation vote is expected Saturday.
Latest information from Kavanaugh hearings
The FBI report for Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh came in Wednesday.
President Trump & Governor McMaster respond to Florence police shooting
President Donald Trump and Governor Henry McMaster among many who are offering their heartfelt condolences to the Florence law enforcement officers involved in a deadly standoff.
SC Governor and Democratic challenger set to debate
South Carolina Governor and the Democratic challenger vying for his seat set time and place for debates.
National Politics
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