McMaster Flatly Opposes Gas Tax Hike, Still No Veto Threat
Gov. Henry McMaster suggests allowing the Department of Transportation to keep all the state gas taxes currently collected as a way to fix South Carolina's crumbling roads.
Politics
North Korea Ballistic Missiles
What the White House is saying about South Korea's latest ballistic missile test
House Rejects Bill to Block Local Bans on Plastic Bags
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The House narrowly rejected a bill barring local restrictions on plastic bags as coastal Republicans argued the state shouldn't dictate what municipalities can or can't do to protect sea life and the local economy. A 50-49…
State Legislators React to Affordable Care Act Replacement Plan
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Members of South Carolina's house are sharing their thoughts on GOP legislation that could replace President Obama's healthcare act. Some members of South Carolina's House say the new…
Carson Comment Controversy
Carson makes controversial comments during his first speech that has other celebrities speaking out.
WikiLeaks Publish 1000s of What It Says Are CIA Documents
WikiLeaks has published thousands of documents that it says come from the CIA's Center for Cyber Intelligence, a dramatic release that appears to give an eye-opening look at the intimate details of the agency's cyberespionage effort.
Women's Rights Group Honors SC Trailblazers
[gtxvideo vid='Qo89cdGQ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Qo89cdGQ.jpg' vtitle='WREN lunch'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - A new organization that advocates for South Carolina's women and girls will recognize nine influential female leaders in our state Wednesday, coinciding with International Women's Day. The luncheon, held at the Seibels…
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham to hold Hearing on Russian Policies
WASHINGTON, (WOLO)-- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham is set to hold a hearing Tuesday on Russian policies. According to Graham, the hearing is set to broaden the understanding of Russia’s policies and intentions toward specific countries in Europe. Graham is the Chair…
Revised Immigration Order Set for Release
The White is expected to roll out a new version of their Immigration policy Monday.
Senate Confirms Carson, Perry for Housing, Energy Posts
Two of President Donald Trump's former rivals for the GOP White House nomination won Senate confirmation Thursday to join his administration.
Carson Wins Confirmation as Housing Secretary
The Senate has confirmed retired neurosurgeon and former Republican presidential candidate Ben Carson as housing secretary.
Sessions Twice Met with Russian Ambassador in 2016 Despite Denial
Attorney General Jeff Sessions met twice with Russia's ambassador to the United States during the 2016 presidential election season, the Department of Justice confirmed, at a time when he was a close adviser to then-candidate Donald Trump. Sessions later did not disclose those discussions when questioned under oath during his confirmation hearing.
Mental Health Advocates Push this Session's Issues
[gtxvideo vid='DXShsyCh' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/DXShsyCh.jpg' vtitle='mental health day'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Citizens will gather in the State House rotunda Thursday for Mental Health Advocacy Day. The press conference takes place at 10:30 a.m. Members of the public are invited to attend.…
Fact-Checking President Trump's Address to a Joint Session of Congress
During his address to a joint session of Congress Tuesday night, President Donald Trump made a number of claims about a range of issues, including unemployment and immigration.
Trump Set to Make His 'Biggest Speech Yet' in Joint Address to Congress
President Donald Trump is set to make what his team is billing as "his biggest speech yet" when he gives a joint address to Congress on Tuesday night. Few specific details about the speech have been released, but Trump is…
National Politics
- Maryland lawmakers get closer to asking voters to clear the way for redistricting helping Democrats Aug 4, 2026 7:52 PM EDTMaryland voters could be asked to decide in November whether to clear the way for a new congressional map that would favor Democrats in all eight of the state’s U.S. House districts
- Wisconsin judge rules that paper absentee ballots violate rights of certain disabled people Aug 4, 2026 7:50 PM EDTA judge has ruled that absentee voting in Wisconsin discriminates against disabled voters, siding with groups that are seeking to force elections officials to allow for electronic ballots
- Former progressive Squad member Cori Bush attempts political comeback against Missouri US Rep. Bell Aug 4, 2026 1:30 PM EDTFormer U.S. Rep. Cori Bush is attempting a political comeback in a Missouri Democratic primary
- Virginia Democrats pick nominees in 2 US House seats they hope to flip in midterms Aug 4, 2026 11:13 AM EDTVirginia voters are set to pick their nominees for this year’s congressional midterm elections, capping a primary season marked by upheaval thanks to Democrats’ failed redistricting initiative
- What to watch in the Aug. 4 primaries: Michigan Senate race tests Democrats' path forward Aug 4, 2026 5:48 AM EDTMichigan’s marquee Democratic Senate primary, testing whether the party wants a progressive standard-bearer or an establishment-backed pick with government experience, tops Tuesday’s list of must-watch elections
- Michigan Democrats pick between moderate and progressive in high-profile Senate primary Aug 4, 2026 5:48 AM EDTMichigan voters head to the polls Tuesday for primary elections including a closely watched Democratic U.S. Senate contest between U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed
- El-Sayed and Stevens close Michigan Senate primary offering different visions for Democrats Aug 4, 2026 3:05 AM EDTU.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed are spending the final hours of Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary in settings that reflect their starkly different campaigns
- Maryland lawmakers to consider steps toward partisan redistricting for 2028 Aug 3, 2026 11:37 PM EDTMaryland lawmakers have opened a special session to consider a first step in a partisan redistricting initiative that could help Democrats pick up an additional U.S. House seat by 2028
- Ethics panel recommends House censure Rep. Chuck Edwards for conduct with two aides Aug 3, 2026 11:22 PM EDTThe House Ethics Committee has recommended that Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina be censured after finding that he engaged in persistent unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides
- In Texas, a political group bets $6 million on Latino voters coming back to Democrats Aug 3, 2026 9:41 PM EDTA left-leaning group is spending $6 million to organize Latino voters in Texas
