COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–South Carolina Democrats have some big names headlining the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. The State Democratic party says four South Carolinians will be featured speakers at the convention. They include, Congressman James Clyburn, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin, Former State Lawmakers Bakari Sellers and Current SC Democratic Party Chair Jaime Harrison. Categories: Local News, News, Politics Tags: Democrats,…
Cleveland, Ohio (WOLO) Donald Trump took center stage Thursday night officially addressing the Republican National Convention in Cleveland. Trump began his speech by saying he humbly accepts the nomination for President of the United States. His words were met with chants, “USA”, “USA” “USA” Trump went on to say he would lead the country back to safety, prosperity and peace….
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– From no-shows to center stage, it’s a mixed bag when it comes to South Carolina leaders and the Republican National Convention. Our Grace Joyal has more on how the Palmetto State Politics are influencing the game at the RNC. No spotlight, for South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley.. “She’s not going to be speaking. “She has in the…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – A South Carolina delegate to the Republican National Convention says he’s exploring ways to challenge the conservative platform being constructed for adoption next week. State Sen. Tom Davis told The Associated Press Thursday the committee charged with forming the current set of policy prescriptions known as the party platform has created a “screed of intolerance” that…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Voters headed to the Polls Tuesday for Elections in runoffs across the state. Polls closed at 7pm. Voter Turnout was light. Voters were casting ballots in 13 General Assembly districts. In the Midlands, voters were deciding seats in Lexington and Richland counties. In Lexington, among the seats in runoffs, Clerk of Court, Register of Deeds and two…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– It’s Runoff Election Day in South Carolina. Polls are open from 7am-7pm. Voter turnout is expected to be low, just two weeks ago on Election Day officials said only about 14 percent of registered voters cast their ballot. In Richland County, the race for the Richland County Council District 10 seat is in a runoff. In Lexington…
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) – Three congressional primaries will be up for grabs Tuesday including a closely watched race between a state legislator and an incumbent GOP congressman. That race has state Rep. Jenny Horne’s challenging U.S. Rep. Mark Sanford in the Lowcountry. Sanford is a former governor who disappeared for five days in 2009, telling his staff he was hiking…
Columbia,S.C. (WOLO) — The race to the White house continues to move forward. Click here to find out the latest as the Democratic and GOP rivals make their case for the oval office. Categories: News Tags: Vote 2016
Columbia,S.C. (WOLO) — A new poll shows presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump gaining momentum and taking a slight lead over Democratic Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton in a hypothetical match up. click here to find out how close the front runners could be if the election were held today. Categories: News, Politics Tags: Clinton, Trump, Vote 2016
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you’re looking to vote in the June Primary Saturday is the deadline to register to vote. According to Richland County Voter Registration and Elections officials, they’re office will be open on Saturday, May 14, 2016, 9:00am – 12:00pm to ensure that the citizens of Richland County have an opportunity to register to vote for the upcoming…
