Kanye set to visit the White House
Rapper and music producer Kanye West is expected to attend a meeting at the White House with President Donald Trump. Click here to see what they plan to discuss.
Politics
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.
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.
National Politics
- Ken Martin hunkers down at the Democratic National Committee as a storm gathers around party leader Aug 2, 2026 1:37 PM EDTNational Democratic Party Chair Ken Martin is said to be in survival mode
- Democrats see chance to flip House seat as abuse claims mount against GOP rep Aug 1, 2026 8:50 PM EDTDemocrats see a fresh opportunity for an upset in an Ohio congressional seat.
- Trump blasts Pirro after she refutes his claim that Reflecting Pool was damaged by vandals Aug 1, 2026 8:45 PM EDTPresident Donald Trump is sharply criticizing U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro after her assessment that damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool following a recent renovation was caused by shoddy construction rather than vandals
- Trump's housing regulator Bill Pulte says he'll hand over intel reins to Jay Clayton on Monday Aug 1, 2026 8:44 PM EDTThe two-month tenure of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence will officially come to an end on Monday
- Maryland governor 'very concerned' Trump will interfere in midterms Aug 1, 2026 1:54 PM EDTMoore says Trump might use federal power to influence the fall elections.
- Republican Indiana Senate leader who defied Trump on redistricting leaving post Jul 31, 2026 4:44 PM EDTThe Republican leader of the Indiana Senate is giving up his position after six GOP incumbents who opposed President Donald Trump on his congressional redistricting push in the state lost their primaries
- Missouri proposal would create nation's toughest standard for citizen-led constitutional amendments Jul 31, 2026 2:33 PM EDTMissouri voters are deciding on a measure that could make it much harder to amend the state constitution
- Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has thoughts about toning down political fights. Here's what he says Jul 31, 2026 12:26 PM EDTOklahoma Republican Gov. Kevin Stitt is hosting the National Governors Association meeting in Oklahoma City
- Mandela Barnes drops out of the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor Jul 30, 2026 8:10 PM EDTMandela Barnes has dropped out of Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor
- A new media ecosystem is taking root on the left, reshaping Democratic politics Jul 29, 2026 11:22 AM EDTMore progressive Americans are swearing off traditional media
