McMaster Threatens to Veto Bills Raising Gas Tax, Borrowing
Gov. Henry McMaster says he will veto bills that would increase the state's gas tax and borrow money for a backlog of repairs at state-owned buildings.
Politics
Death Toll Rises in Russia Blast
The death toll from an explosion that tore through a train in Russia's second largest city has grown.
Inside Court: Senator Courson Bond Hearing
[gtxvideo vid='ZtAQFaOx' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ZtAQFaOx.jpg' vtitle='Inside Court: Senator Courson Bond Hearing'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Longtime Republican Senator John Courson is free on bond after attending a court hearing Wednesday in Richland County. Courson appeared before a judge on ethics charges, charges he…
Senators Vote Against Special Order to Prioritize Road Bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The 2017 road bill's path to the Senate floor will continue to wait as senators voted 23 to 18 against a special order that would…
Shots Fired Near US Capitol, Suspect in Custody
Shots were fired this morning near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
Nearly $500M Bond Bill for State Repairs Sent to House Floor
A bill borrowing $498 million for a backlog of repairs at South Carolina's public colleges and other state-owned facilities is heading to the House floor.
Governor McMaster Names Board of Economic Advisors Chairman
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Gov. Henry McMaster has named a former business and banking executive to lead South Carolina's economic advisory board. Edward Grimball of Edisto Island is the next chairman of the Board of Economic Advisors, which reviews and…
UN Ambassador Wants “Realistic” Ban of Nuclear Weapons
A ban on all nuclear weapons not getting full support from Unites States and more than a dozen other countries.
Trump Shifts Blame to Conservatives on Failure of Health Care Bill
Two days after pointing his finger at Democrats for the failure of the GOP health care proposal, President Trump shifted the blame to conservative Republicans and said he is open to working with Democrats on health care reform.
Poe to Leave Conservative Freedom Caucus
A conservative Freedom Caucus members calls it quits.
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Hosts Town Hall
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Looking to voice your concerns to your State Lawmakers in Washington? U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham is hosting a Town Hall Saturday in Columbia. It will take place at Noon…
GOP Health Care Bill Collapses
[gtxvideo vid='kI0ZBQGo' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/kI0ZBQGo.jpg' vtitle='GOP Health Care Bill Collapses'] ABC NEWS-- President Donald Trump says the health care overhaul bill fell short because is lacked Democratic support. The President cancelled the House Vote late Friday. ABC'S Stephanie Ramos has more on…
Ryan Pulls GOP Health Care Bill Following Call from Trump
Republican leadership has decided to pull their Obamacare replacement bill at the request of President Donald Trump.
Health Bill Vote Set for Friday as Trump Draws Line in the Sand
The Republican plan to repeal and replace Obamacare, a central promise of GOP leadership, is set for a showdown Friday as President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum, demanding that the House of Representatives move forward.
FBI Director Has ‘No Information’ Supporting Trump’s Wiretapping Claims
FBI Director James Comey today confirmed that the bureau he oversees is investigating Russia’s alleged meddling in the U.S. presidential election.
National Politics
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- What to know about the ongoing protests and arrests outside a New Jersey detention center Jun 6, 2026 11:37 PM EDTA weekslong standoff between demonstrators and law enforcement outside a New Jersey immigration detention center has become the latest flashpoint for protests against President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown
- Senate OKs $70B immigration bill after rejecting efforts to permanently ban Trump's settlement fund Jun 5, 2026 3:30 PM EDTThe Senate has passed legislation to fund President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agencies, sending it to the House
- Decades in the making, Deb Haaland's political rise spurs both inspiration and scrutiny Jun 5, 2026 6:45 AM EDTFormer U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland’s political career has been defined by historic milestones
- Graham Platner denies an ex-girlfriend's report that he once twisted her arm, held her in a room Jun 5, 2026 6:27 AM EDTAn ex-girlfriend alleges U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner repeatedly grabbed her hard enough to leave marks, pulled her from a cab by the wrist, and, in one incident, twisted her arm behind her back and held her in a room when they dated more than ...
- Democrats spar over big tech during debate for coveted congressional district in Manhattan Jun 5, 2026 6:26 AM EDTDemocrats competing over a coveted congressional district in Manhattan have slugged it out during a heated debate
- Graham Platner to hold Maine rally with Rep. Ro Khanna as scandals shake up campaign Jun 5, 2026 6:23 AM EDTMaine Senate hopeful Graham Platner is hosting his first major campaign event since media reports surfaced that he previously exchanged sexually explicit text messages with several women while he was married
- Nevada Republicans to decide on Trump-backed vs. experienced replacement for Rep. Mark Amodei Jun 5, 2026 6:23 AM EDTA Northern Nevada congressional seat that’s open for the first time in 15 years is testing Republican voters’ appetite for a candidate with a long political resume or a newcomer with President Donald Trump's backing
- California's slow ballot count makes it a target for critics. It doesn't mean elections are rigged Jun 4, 2026 8:45 PM EDTDays after the state’s primary, California voters are in a familiar position -- waiting to find out which candidates will go on to the general election in their most high-profile races, for governor and Los Angeles mayor
