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Highway 78 reopens near Ladson Road after single-vehicle incident

CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) — Two lanes of Highway 78 at Ladson Road have reopened toward Summerville following a single-vehicle incident, according to the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said the roadway reopened around 7:30 p.m. Officials did not provide additional details about the incident.

Summerville, SC · 8d
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Long Point Road’s new signals, medians to restrict lanes through Thursday: officials

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – Overnight lane closures and restrictions are coming to Long Point Road beginning on Tuesday night in Mount Pleasant, town officials announced on Tuesday. Tuesday through Thursday night, crews will be at work from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following mornings, installing new traffic signals and concrete medians near the […]

Mt Pleasant, SC · 10d

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Vehicle collision blocks lane on Broad River Bridge

Motorists leaving Beaufort should expect delays following a collision near the base of the bridge. A vehicle collision near the base of the Broad River Bridge has blocked the left lane of traffic leaving Beaufort on Monday, Nov. 2. According to a traffic advisory issued Monday afternoon, motorists traveling out...

Beaufort, SC · 11d
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Crash blocks Frampton Road near Castle Hall Road in Yemassee

Traffic congestion remains along U.S. 17 as motorists are urged to use caution. A traffic collision on Frampton Road near Castle Hall Road in Yemassee blocked all lanes Tuesday morning, Nov. 3, according to an advisory issued by the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office. The advisory, sent at approximately 6:11...

Yemassee, SC · 10d
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SC approves millions for future Exit 3 project along I-95 in Lowcountry

HARDEEVILLE — The state Transportation Infrastructure Bank has agreed to commit $91 million to build a rare new exit off Interstate 95 in the fast-growing S.C. Lowcountry, according to Sen. Tom Davis, R-Beaufort. The SIB board unanimously approved a term sheet for the Exit 3 Interchange project in Jasper...

Jasper County, SC · 14d

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Ben Sawyer Bridge to close to vehicles overnight Nov. 2 for repairs in Charleston County

SULLIVAN'S ISLAND, S.C. (WCIV) — Drivers who use the Ben Sawyer Bridge in Charleston County will need to plan for an overnight closure Monday as crews work to keep the span operating reliably. The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close the Ben Sawyer Bridge to traffic for repairs...

Charleston County, SC · 11d

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Miles Jamison Road widening project in Summerville draws support and concern

SUMMERVILLE — Over 200 residents showed up at Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School on Oct. 29 to give feedback on Dorchester County's plans for widening Miles Jamison Road to help with traffic flow and safety. While some are optimistic this project is what's needed to fix congestion, others worry...

Summerville, SC · 14d

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Neighbors say 'roads suck' in Mount Pleasant as town officials seek public input

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — Mount Pleasant transportation officials are asking residents to weigh in on a new safety action plan aimed at making roads safer for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. Some neighbors say conditions on local streets are falling short despite data that ranks the town among the...

Mt Pleasant, SC · 14d

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Can motorists be fined in SC for driving too slow on roadways? What the law says

It’s not uncommon throughout the Grand Strand to see local police pulled off on the side of a road or highway, waiting to see if any drivers are violating the law. For the most part, law enforcement officers are pulling over people who are speeding. But is it possible for a Myrtle Beach area driver to be pulled over for going too slow? Here’s what South Carolina law says. What is reckless driving? When most people picture “reckless driving,” they tend to think about a car speeding down the highway, while crossing lanes haphazardly. However, a person can be considered driving recklessly under South Carolina law if they are driving in a manner that indicates “a willful or wanton disregard” for the safety of others. One way a driver could do so is by impeding traffic under a slow speed, which state law prohibits. “No person shall drive a motor vehicle at such a slow speed as to impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic except when reduced speed is necessary for safe operation or in compliance with law,” the law states. On certain highways and interstates, minimum speed limits may be posted. Drivers could also be required to

Myrtle Beach, SC · 14d

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Ben Sawyer Bridge faces third closure in 2 weeks. Here’s when.

SULLIVAN'S ISLAND — The Ben Sawyer Bridge will be closed the morning of Oct. 31, marking its third closure in the past two weeks. The S.C. Department of Transportation, in a news release, said the bridge will be closed from 5-7 a.m. for repairs. "The road closure is needed...

Sullivan'S Island, SC · 14d

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A road to relief? Major West Ashley traffic project hinges on ballot referendum

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — West Ashley residents say traffic congestion is getting worse as the area continues to grow, and a proposed $100 million project at Magwood Drive and I-526 could offer relief if voters approve a transportation sales tax referendum Tuesday. The intersection is a major bottleneck for...

Charleston, SC · 15d

WCBD Count on 2

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Mount Pleasant asking for input on traffic safety issues

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – Is there an area in Mount Pleasant where you see traffic safety concerns? The town is asking the community for input on traffic safety issues. “Whether it’s an intersection that feels unsafe, a road that you think needs improvement, or an area that could be better for people walking or […]

Mt Pleasant, SC · 15d

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Company behind I-26 backup apologizes, says personnel action taken

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — The traffic-control company responsible for removing an overnight I-26 lane closure that extended into the morning commute Sept. 29 is apologizing to drivers and says it took personnel action following an internal review. Safety Compliance Solutions LLC confirmed its role in a statement from owner...

Charleston, SC · 17d

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All lanes of Rifle Range Road open in Mount Pleasant after cut natural gas line secured

MOUNT PLEASANT — All lanes of Rifle Range Road have reopened after crews repaired a severed natural gas line near Whitesides Elementary School on Oct. 29. The roadway was cleared around 3:20 p.m., according to Mount Pleasant police. Around 1:30 p.m., a third-party contractor damaged a Dominion Energy natural...

Mt Pleasant, SC · 15d

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Miles Jamison Road widening project in Summerville draws support and concern

SUMMERVILLE — Over 200 residents showed up at Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School on Oct. 29 to give feedback on Dorchester County’s plans for widening Miles Jamison Road to help with traffic flow and safety. While some are optimistic this project is what’s needed to fix congestion, others worry it would exacerbate the issue. The county plans to widen the road to five lanes from Old Trolley Road to Ladson Road. Each direction would have two travel lanes, and the road would include a two-way left-turn lane. The county also plans to construct a shared-use path on one side of the road, and a sidew...

Summerville, SC · 14d

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No kids injured in Bamberg County school bus incident

BAMBERG, S.C. – Bamberg County School District officials say students are safe after a bus incident involving Bus 11 on Tuesday. In a series of Facebook updates, the district said the bus was involved in an incident in Bamberg, but no injuries were reported. Nurses were brought to the scene to check students before they were allowed to leave the bus.

Bamberg County, SC · 17d

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South Carolina Winter 2026-27 Weather Awareness: 5 Car Ice Risks

From Greenville to Columbia and Charleston, five vehicle problems could leave drivers stranded.

South Carolina · 14d

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Isle of Palms Council Greenlights Marina Parking Overhaul Near Islander 71

Isle of Palms lawmakers approved parking improvements at the Isle of Palms Marina outside Islander 71 Fish House & Bar on Tuesday, setting in motion a project meant to untangle one of the city's most congested waterfront lots. The council's vote was unanimous, 9-0, clearing the way for construction once the city clears a final regulatory hurdle.

Isle Of Palms, SC · 16d

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Overnight Lane Closure Planned for U.S. 17 Northbound Tonight

The city of Charleston announced that a lane on U.S. 17 northbound will be closed overnight Wednesday, Oct. 28, as part of the ongoing Ashley River Crossing bridge construction project. The closure will begin at 9 p.m. Wednesday and continue until 6 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 29. The affected area stretches...

Charleston, SC · 16d

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Interstate 85 One of Deadliest Highways in U.S.

Interstate 85, which runs through much of South Carolina, is the fifth-deadliest highway in the United States, according to a new study from the Dallas-based Hartley Law Firm. The study analyzed fatal car crash data to determine the most dangerous highways in the U.S. The study also found each state's most dangerous highway and the most- and least-dangerous states for highway driving.

South Carolina · 16d