Travel Ban Begins Thursday
President Donald Trump’s temporary travel ban begins Thursday. President Trump says this is a necessary step in keeping American citizens safe, but there are grey areas in the executive order. The Supreme…
Politics
Wendy Brawley Sworn In As District 70 Representative
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- a ceremony surrounded by friends, family and other lawmakers, Wendy Brawley officially became a representative of S.C. House District 70. Wendy Brawley represents parts of Lower Richland and…
McConnell delays Senate health bill vote amid lack of support
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell told Republican senators he is delaying a vote on the GOP health care bill until after the Fourth of July recess because he does not have the votes to move it to debate, two senior Senate Republican aides tell ABC News.
Judge Rules Prosecutor Pascoe, Documents To Remain In Quinn's Investigation
[gtxvideo vid='mz3Urwcf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/mz3Urwcf.jpg' vtitle='PASCOE RULING'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Friday, a local judge ruled on multiple motions related to Rick Quinn’s indictment. "I do not see that the integrity of the judicial system has been compromised," Honorable Judge R. Knox McMahon…
Quinn says judge's ruling just minor setback
Rep. Richard Quinn Jr. says a South Carolina judge's decision to reject his request to kick the prosecutor off his case is just the first step to try to clear his name.
Senate Republicans to unveil 'discussion draft' of health care bill
Seven weeks after the House of Representatives passed the American Health Care Act, Senate Republicans are set to unveil their version of the health care bill Thursday. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., will reveal the legislative text at an all-members meeting at 9:30 a.m.
Columbia Votes for Clean Energy
The City of Columbia becomes the 36th City to opt for clean energy.
Russia Cancels Talk with US
Russia cancels meeting with the US aimed at fixing the relationship between the two.
Governor McMaster Signs Industrial Hemp Bill into Law
[gtxvideo vid='uTtv1Woh' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/uTtv1Woh.jpg' vtitle='Governor McMaster Signs Hemp Bill into Law'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- With the stroke of a pen Wednesday, Governor Henry McMaster signed a bill into law that legalizes Hemp, for research purposes only. Hemp is a similar plant…
Wednesday Headlines
Here's a Good Morning Columbia News Update for Monday June 12st
Norman and Parnell are Confident About Congressional District 5 Special Election
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Today is the day when Former Congressman Mick Mulvaney's seat will be filled and both candidates say they feel they have a great chance to win this race. Democratic…
Spicer on future in WH: I'm still here
White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer addresses reports that he may be stepping aside.
President Donald Trump Tweets About SC Election
[gtxvideo vid='oAHy3FeV' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/oAHy3FeV.jpg' vtitle='President Donald Trump Tweets About SC Election'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Voters Tuesday headed to the polls to fill the Congressional seat left vacant when Mick Mulvaney was appointed as White House Budget director. Republican Ralph Norman and…
City of Columbia Hosts Open Houses
[gtxvideo vid='CUIjlJHj' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/CUIjlJHj.jpg' vtitle='City of Columbia Council Open Houses'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Columbia City Council members got a chance to speak with residents this week at the June At-Large Open House. Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine and Councilman Howard Duvall, Jr. met…
Prison riot caused by contraband cellphone
A contraband cell phone caused a riot to break out overnight at Trenton Correctional Institution.
National Politics
- Seahawks have a 'sense of urgency' after loss to the Bears Nov 3, 2026 8:18 PM ESTFor the first time in nearly two years, the Seattle Seahawks lost a game by double digits
- Chicago Bears having success on third down during their 6-2 start Nov 3, 2026 8:18 PM ESTOffensively and defensively, the Chicago Bears are quite good on third down
- A subtle flag, a wiped-out TD and a new AFC West leader in Denver Nov 3, 2026 1:22 PM ESTThe Kansas City Chiefs faced a tough loss against the Denver Broncos, 28-24, in Week 8
- Election Day arrives after a surge in early voting, with observers keeping close watch at the polls Nov 3, 2026 1:06 PM ESTThe first polling sites have opened in a handful of states — Connecticut, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Missouri, New Jersey, New York and Virginia
- Trump and affordability loom over California governor's race between Becerra and Hilton Nov 3, 2026 11:14 AM ESTPresident Donald Trump, California’s notoriously high cost of living and political experience are on the ballot as voters decide between Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton in the governor's race
- Trump’s agenda meets the ballot box as states vote on abortion, redistricting and voter ID mandates Nov 3, 2026 8:42 AM ESTVoters are deciding key ballot measures on abortion rights, congressional redistricting and voter ID laws
- Republicans' grip on Texas is on the line in a close US Senate race between Paxton, Talarico Nov 3, 2026 6:50 AM ESTRepublican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico in an uncharacteristically competitive race for the U.S. Senate in Texas
- Iowa governor's race between Rob Sand and Zach Lahn tests Republicans' grip on state government Nov 3, 2026 6:50 AM ESTIowa voters are choosing their next governor in a competitive race between Democrat Rob Sand and Republican Zach Lahn
- Voters to decide Alaska Senate race roiled in final days by litigation, allegations of dirty tricks Nov 3, 2026 6:50 AM ESTAlaskans are deciding one of the most closely watched U.S. Senate races in the country
- South Carolina Senate race gets unexpectedly close after Lindsey Graham's sister Darline stumbles Nov 3, 2026 6:50 AM ESTRepublican Sen. Darline Graham and Democrat Annie Andrews face off in a historic South Carolina election that will send the state’s first woman to the U.S. Senate
