Gov. McMaster's timeline to the governor's office
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Active duty troops at US-Mexico border to cost $132 million by the end of January, defense officials say
[gtxvideo vid='IJvpTYht' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/IJvpTYht.jpg' vtitle='BORDER COST'] The price for having active duty troops at the southern border is expected to increased to $132 million by the end of January.
Gov. McMaster shares game plan for South Carolina's future
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- In a flash, almost as fast as the Swamp Foxes fighter squadron fly over, South Carolina swore in Governor Henry McMaster and lt. Governor Pamela Evette. McMaster shared his…
Watch: SC Governor Henry McMaster takes oath of office at Inauguration
[gtxvideo vid='QChX3W65' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/QChX3W65.jpg' vtitle='Watch SC Governor Henry McMaster take oath of office'] COLUMBIA,S C (WOLO)-- It is official. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster officially took the oath of office on the steps of the State House Wednesday. He officially begins his…
Former SC Governors, including Haley, Sanford, Riley Appear at Inauguration
[gtxvideo vid='KfqL7mC3' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/KfqL7mC3.jpg' vtitle='SC Inauguration- Former Governors Appear at State House'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster officially took the oath of office on the steps of the State House. He officially begins his first full term in…
Former solicitor Dan Johnson's trial delayed to March due to new evidence
A judge has delayed former solicitor Dan Johnson's trial to March 21st due to new evidence being found in his office.
McMaster sworn-in during 97th Gubernatorial inauguration
Gov. Henry McMaster will be inaugurated today at the State House, starting at 11 a.m. and will be the oldest S.C. Gov.
Historic day of firsts and lasts at the State House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- It was a historic day over at the State House. It is the first time the Senate elects their president instead of having the Lt. Governor fulfill that role.…
President Donald Trump to address Nation tonight at 9pm on ABC Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='rMRdRuR8' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/rMRdRuR8.jpg' vtitle='President Trump to address Nation tonight at 9pm'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday night in a primetime address, President Donald Trump plans to talk about immigration from the Oval Office. You can see the speech at 9pm on…
SC Congressman Joe Wilson weighs in on Government Shutdown
[gtxvideo vid='omcVGK3k' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/omcVGK3k.jpg' vtitle='SC Congressman Joe Wilson weighs in on Government Shutdown'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Republican Congressman Joe Wilson is in the Midlands to announce his 2019 Legislative agenda. Wilson says he is hopeful that he will be able to build…
SC lawmakers seek education changes; have extra $1B to spend
The 2019 legislative session in SC will start with a promise to overhaul the education system in and about an extra $1 billion to spend.
Year in Review: SC Politics
[gtxvideo vid='XaLHu401' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/XaLHu401.jpg' vtitle='Year in Review: SC Politics'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster will be officially sworn in as Governor on January 9, 2018. He'll take the oath of office as we start a new year. We take a…
Congressman Mark Sanford warns of "Hitler-Like" leader in U.S.
Former Governor and outgoing US Congressman Mark Sanford sends a warning of a "Hitler-Like" leader in the United States.
Lexington County to hold Oath of office ceremony
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- The County of Lexington is ready to ring in the new year with newly elected officials for some County offices. Lexington County Council will hold an Oath of Office ceremony Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019, at 6 p.m.…
A government shutdown will begin at midnight after Senate adjourns without a spending deal
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Senate has adjourned without a deal on spending, an hour after the House ended its session, guaranteeing a partial government shutdown will begin at midnight Friday. Senators expect to return at noon Saturday as talks continue.…
National Politics
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- Duke guard John Blackwell heads list of notable men's college basketball transfers Oct 30, 2026 11:37 AM EDTDuke coach Jon Scheyer’s frank message made an impression on John Blackwell when the former Wisconsin guard entered the transfer portal
- Vote Republican, or else: How Trump is dangling government help on the campaign trail Oct 30, 2026 6:43 AM EDTPresident Donald Trump is signaling to states that his administration may be far less likely to help if their voters put Democrats in power on Election Day
