Revised Immigration Plan
President Trump rolls out a revised immigration policy that's promises to be even tougher on those in the country illegally.
Politics
House Vote Clears Path for Medical Marijuana Debate
[gtxvideo vid='5qXherRI' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/5qXherRI.jpg' vtitle='medical marijuana clears hurdle'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - A bill legalizing medical marijuana could be facing some changes as it gains support in the State House. A house panel voted 3-0 on Tuesday after hearing dozens of…
Businesses Support Road Bill that Proposes Gas Tax Increase
COLUMBIA, S.C (WOLO)- Leaders of businesses like Nephron Pharmaceuticals, BW Mitchum and Michelin North America say they unanimously stand behind House Bill 3516 which lays out a funding plan to fix state roads.…
Advocates for Road Funding Bill to fix SC Roads Hold Event Tuesday at State House
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Advocates for a road funding bill, to fix South Carolina Roads, will hold an event Tuesday at the State House. According to an email released from organizers, "the state’s business community has long advocated for legislation that…
A Month of Trump, By The Numbers
A by-the-numbers look at some of Donald Trump's early activity as president:
Memorial Service for SC Rep. Joe Neal Sunday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Services have been set for State Representative Joe Neal, age 66, who passed away Tuesday. The longtime lawmaker who Governor McMaster calls a “compassionate force” was known for being a strong voice for concerns in Richland County…
Confirmation Hearing For U.S. Supreme Court Nominee set for March
[gtxvideo vid='OInY7685' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/OInY7685.jpg' vtitle='Confirmation Hearing For US Supreme Court Nominee set for March'] WASHINGTON, DC (ABC NEWS)--In daily visits to Senate offices, Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch has tried to make clear to Democrats that he's an independent thinker. Gorsuch…
Memorial Services Set for SC Rep. Joe Neal
[gtxvideo vid='E4a7xlkS' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/E4a7xlkS.jpg' vtitle='Memorial Services for SC Rep. Joe Neal Set'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Services have been set for State Representative Joe Neal, age 66, who passed away Tuesday. The longtime lawmaker who Governor McMaster calls a “compassionate force” was…
Trump Asks Black Reporter to Schedule Meeting with Black Caucus
President Donald Trump raised eyebrows Thursday afternoon when he asked a black reporter at a free-wheeling press conference to arrange a meeting with the Congressional Black Caucus.
President Trump Visits Boeing in North Charleston to 'Talk Jobs'
President Donald Trump is visiting South Carolina for the first time since winning the Republican primary a year ago.
Exclusive Series: Senator 'Optimistic' About Possibility of Legal Medical Marijuana
[gtxvideo vid='gdaIZLmC' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/gdaIZLmC.jpg' vtitle='Exclusive Series: Senator Optimistic of Legalizing Medi'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The lead sponsor of this session's medical marijuana bill says it's not a matter of if, but when the plant will be legalized for medicinal use…
President Trump Spars with Media
[gtxvideo vid='TQIWRoML' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/TQIWRoML.jpg' vtitle='President Trump Spars with Media'] CNN- President Donald Trump held a press conference Thursday to announce his latest nomination, but the President also took time to spar with the media and comment on Russia and what's he's…
SC Gov. Henry McMaster Says No To Legalizing Marijuana
[gtxvideo vid='r9qCxHJF' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/r9qCxHJF.jpg' vtitle='SC Gov. Henry McMaster Says No To Legalizing Marijuana']
Mick Mulvaney Sworn in as Budget Director
[gtxvideo vid='U39jndyZ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/U39jndyZ.jpg' vtitle='Mick Mulvaney Sworn in as Budget Director'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- (AP) - U.S. Rep. Mick Mulvaney was sworn in by Vice President Mike Pence Thursday evening. Mulvaney's narrow confirmation as President Donald Trump's budget director officially kicks…
Medical Marijuana Discussion at State House
[gtxvideo vid='h60sZEr6' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/h60sZEr6.jpg' vtitle='Medical Marijuana Discussion at State House'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--At the State House Thursday the Senate Medical Affairs Committee met to outline a timeline for the debate of Medical Marijuana. Supporters were on hand and expressed a willingness…
National Politics
- Trump approves federal disaster aid for storms and flooding in 6 states Sep 12, 2025 3:02 PM EDTPresident Donald Trump has approved federal disaster aid for six states and tribes following storms and floods this spring and summer
- Choose your America: In the aftermath of the Kirk slaying, a snapshot of a fractured nation Sep 12, 2025 5:02 AM EDTThe governor of Utah struggled to find the right words to describe the question so many have been asking: What is happening in America
- Josh Kraft, son of billionaire Patriots owner, drops out of Boston mayor’s race against Michelle Wu Sep 12, 2025 3:58 AM EDTSon of billionaire Patriots owner Josh Kraft announced Thursday that he is dropping out Boston’s mayoral election, in which he was set to battle incumbent Michelle Wu in November
- Appeals court allows Trump's administration to block Medicaid funds to Planned Parenthood Sep 11, 2025 11:42 PM EDTA U.S. appeals court panel has allowed President Donald Trump’s administration to block Medicaid fund to Planned Parenthood while legal challenges continue
- Charlie Kirk's open-air debates made him a draw on college campuses. They also made him vulnerable Sep 11, 2025 10:41 PM EDTCharlie Kirk, a prominent conservative activist, was fatally shot Wednesday during an event at a Utah university
- Americans mark 24th anniversary of 9/11 attacks with emotional ceremonies Sep 11, 2025 10:28 PM EDTAmericans have marked 24 years since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks with solemn ceremonies, volunteer work and other tributes honoring the victims
- US Rep. Emanuel Cleaver faces off with Missouri lawmakers seeking to reshape his district Sep 11, 2025 9:58 PM EDTDemocratic U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver is warning Missouri lawmakers that a redistricting plan backed by President Donald Trump is reopening racial divisions in Kansas City
- Utah, where Charlie Kirk was killed, has strong pro-gun laws Sep 11, 2025 6:46 PM EDTConservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot in Utah, a state that has permissive gun laws and allows firearms to be concealed or openly carried with some exceptions
- Wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez gets 4½ years in prison for role in bribery scheme Sep 11, 2025 4:45 PM EDTFormer U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez’s wife has been sentenced to 4½ years in prison for selling the powerful New Jersey politician’s influence in exchange for bribes of after telling a judge her husband was not the man she thought he was
- The Latest: Trump marks 9/11 anniversary at the Pentagon Sep 11, 2025 2:22 PM EDTPresident Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump are marking 24 years since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks at a service at the Pentagon
