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James River Bridge Reopens After Wiring Malfunction Delays Traffic

9/26/2025

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The James River Bridge in Newport News, Virginia, reopened around 8:46 a.m. after a malfunction that closed all lanes earlier Friday.
The closure affected both northbound and southbound traffic and prompted a detour as motorists faced lengthy delays.
The Virginia Department of Transportation cited a short in the wiring as the cause, with crews identifying and addressing the issue.

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Story summary

The James River Bridge in Newport News, Virginia, reopened around 8:46 a.m. after a malfunction that closed all lanes earlier Friday.
The closure affected both northbound and southbound traffic and prompted a detour as motorists faced lengthy delays.
The Virginia Department of Transportation cited a short in the wiring as the cause, with crews identifying and addressing the issue.