South Carolina Officials Discuss Securing 2016 Election
Election Day 2016 is almost here. Millions of South Carolinians will head to the polls to cast their votes, but before they do, there are a few changes that make this…
Politics
Spring Valley Student Earns Perfect Score on AP Math Exam
[gtxvideo vid='gVXewRHI' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/gVXewRHI.jpg' vtitle='Spring Valley Students Earns Perfect Score'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - A Spring Valley High School senior was one of 11, worldwide, to earn a perfect score on her Advanced Placement Calculus BC exam this year. Jenning Chen,…
Everything You Need to Know for the Presidential Election
Official and unofficial campaigning for this election arguably started a little less than two years ago, but it is finally coming to an end on Nov. 8.
Countdown to the 2016 Election
ABC Columbia continues following the latest from the campaign trail as we countdown to election day!
Black Early Voting Down in Key Swing States
Turnout among African-American voters in some key early-voting states may be cause for concern for Hillary Clinton.
These States Allow Early Voters to Change Their Minds
With less than a week before Election Day, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump offered some startling advice to early voters who might be second-guessing these selections: Switch your vote.
Tax Loopholes Trump May Have Used to Avoid Payments
Donald Trump may have used a questionable and now-prohibited tax maneuver to avoid tens of millions of dollars in personal income taxes, the New York Times reported.
Who is FBI Director James Comey?
Who is FBI Director James Comey?
Kasich Snubs Trump With Write-In Vote for McCain
Former Republican presidential nominee John Kasich publicly snubbed Donald Trump with a write-in vote for Sen. John McCain, according to his spokesman.
Vice President Biden Visits Morris College in Sumter
Vice President Biden stopped by Morris College Tuesday to promote the importance voting this election season. The event was centered around getting voters in Sumter county to vote Democratic, and especially…
Election Day Primer: Storylines to Watch
It’s a year that has shaken the U.S. political system. It’s also not over yet, and it has unleashed forces that are not likely to settle down after the election.
Local Reaction to Latest Controversy
Local reaction to the latest controversy surrounding the 2016 Election and how it may change your vote.
Biden Campaigns in Sumter
Vice President Joe Biden set to speak at Morris College encouraging people to 'Get Out The Vote'.
Trump Said He Never Voted for Bush
Listen to what Donald Trump had to say about George W. Bush during a 2009 radio interview with Don Imus.
Senators Reprimand Cleary, Order Him to Pay Nearly $125K
Retiring Sen. Ray Cleary must pay nearly $125,000 for violating state ethics laws by improperly reporting campaign expenses, donations and refunds.
National Politics
- DeSantis signs Florida law to label groups as terrorists and expel student supporters Apr 6, 2026 8:35 PM EDTGov. Ron DeSantis has signed a law allowing Florida leaders to label groups as domestic or foreign terrorist organizations
- Trump endorses Republican Steven Hilton for California governor, reordering wide-open race Apr 6, 2026 2:37 PM EDTPresident Donald Trump is endorsing Republican Steve Hilton for California governor, reordering a wide-open race
- How Graham Platner is using trivia games and happy hours to help power his Maine Senate campaign Apr 5, 2026 11:30 AM EDTDemocrat Graham Platner is attracting support for his Maine Senate campaign from voters willing to forgive his past transgressions and embrace his populist message
- Can Kennedy lineage and hype over 'Love Story' help send JFK's grandson to Congress? Apr 5, 2026 5:07 AM EDTAs a Kennedy scion, Jack Schlossberg had a lot of hype behind him when he launched his congressional campaign in New York City late last year
- Trump administration asks appeals court to pause order halting White House ballroom construction Apr 4, 2026 7:57 PM EDTThe Trump administration is arguing that a judge’s order to halt construction of a $400 million ballroom creates a security risk for the president
- Bondi struggled to prosecute Trump foes. But will a new attorney general make a difference? Apr 4, 2026 7:58 AM EDTPam Bondi is out of her job after failing to deliver criminal cases against President Donald Trump’s political enemies
- President Trump signs executive order that aims to stabilize college sports Apr 3, 2026 10:15 PM EDTPresident Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at restoring “order, fairness and stability” to college athletics
- Democrats see Georgia's failure to curb data centers as an electoral gift Apr 3, 2026 5:40 PM EDTGeorgia lawmakers have ended their legislative session without addressing concerns over data centers
- Tennessee eases up on its unique child support rule for restoring voting rights after a felony Apr 3, 2026 5:16 PM EDTA new Tennessee law has eased up on two longstanding financial hurdles for people with felony sentences who want their voting rights back
- South Florida vice mayor's death investigated as domestic violence, husband faces murder charge Apr 3, 2026 11:34 AM EDTThe husband of a South Florida vice mayor has been charged with fatally shooting his wife at their home, according to an affidavit
