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Metra Alert - Metra Electric District and Union Pacific North Line Extra Service For Games at Soldier Field

The Metra Electric District and Union Pacific North Line will run extra train service for anticipation of larger than normal crowds for Chicago home games at Soldier Field. For more information click here and visit metra.com.

Metra Alert - Slippery Rail Season

There's various reasons train service could be affected causing delays. During autumn months when leaves fall on tracks and a train's wheel crush them, a slick oily residue is left behind on the rail. This residue makes it harder for the train to get proper traction to start, stop, and maintain speed. As a result, delays may be experienced during your travel. Plan ahead and allow for extra travel time this autumn season. For additional information click here

UPN #363 Delayed
Outbound train #363 scheduled to arrive Kenosha at 7:33 P.M. may be operating 15 to 20 minutes behind schedule due to a vehicle striking a bridge.
Metra Alert UP-N - Metra Union Pacific North Line Extra Service for Games at Soldier Field

The Metra Union Pacific North Line will run extra train service for anticipation of larger than normal crowds for Chicago home games at Soldier Field. For more information click here and visit metra.com.

Metra Alert MD-N - Track Construction Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 10

Track construction will be taking place on Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 10. Trains may incur delays enroute up to 20 minutes behind schedule passing through the work zone. Please listen to announcements for any platform changes. For additional information visit metra.com/constructionnotices.

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Metra Alert UP-NW - Track Construction Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 10

Track construction will be taking place Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 10. Trains may incur delays enroute up to 20 minutes behind schedule passing through the work zone. Please listen to announcements for any platform changes. For additional information visit metra.com/constructionnotices.

Metra Alert MD-W - Track Construction Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 10

Track construction will be taking place on Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 10. Trains may incur delays enroute up to 20 minutes behind schedule passing through the work zone. Please listen to announcements for any platform changes. For additional information visit metra.com/constructionnotices.

Metra Alert UP-W - Geneva Platform 2 Rehabilitation

On Monday, October 9, the Geneva outbound platform (Platform 2) will be closed for rehabilitation through the end of 2024. Commuters must use the temporary platform located east of Third Street. All trains will board passengers from the rear cars on this platform. Please allow additional time to access the in-service platform and exercise caution near the work zones.

Metra Alert UP-W - River Forest Platform 2 Rehabilitation

Beginning Wednesday, May 8, the east half of Platform 2 (island platform) will be closed for rehabilitation. Once completed, the work will move to the west half of Platform 2 to complete the project by the end of November.

Please allow additional time to access the in-service platform and exercise caution near the work zones.

Metra Alert UP-W - Track Construction Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 10

Track construction will be taking place Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 10. Trains may incur delays enroute up to 20 minutes behind schedule passing through the work zone. Please listen to announcements for any platform changes. For additional information visit metra.com/constructionnotices.

Metra Alert BNSF - Tracks #2, and #4, out of service at Chicago Union Station.

Tracks #2, and #4, are out of service on the south concourse at Chicago Union Station until further notice due to the Canal St., construction project. BNSF, Southwest Service, and Heritage Corridor passengers should check gate boards prior to boarding their trains. If you need help, please contact Metra personnel for assistance.

SWS Train #821 extensive delay
SWS train 821, scheduled to arrive Manhattan at 6:30 PM, is back on the move and may be operating with an extensive delay due to a vehicle stuck on the tracks.
SWS Train #824 delayed
SWS train 824, scheduled to arrive Chicago at 7:20PM, is back on the move and may be operating 25 to 30 minutes behind schedule due to a vehicle stuck on the tracks.
Metra Alert SWS - Tracks #2, and #4, out of service at Chicago Union Station.

Tracks #2, and #4, are out of service on the south concourse at Chicago Union Station until further notice due to the Canal St., construction project. BNSF, Southwest Service, and Heritage Corridor passengers should check gate boards prior to boarding their trains. If you need help, please contact Metra personnel for assistance.

HC Joliet Elevator Is Out Of Service
The Heritage Corridor Joliet elevator is out of service. Customers should use the pedestrian tunnel to access the boarding platform. Updates will be provided.
Metra Alert HC - Tracks #2, and #4 out of service at Chicago Union Station.

Tracks #2, and #4, are out of service on the south concourse at Chicago Union Station until further notice due to the Canal St., construction project. BNSF, Southwest Service, and Heritage Corridor passengers should check gate boards prior to boarding their trains. If you need help, please contact Metra personnel for assistance.

Metra Alert RI - Track Construction Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 10

Track construction will be taking place on Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 10. Trains may incur delays enroute up to 20 minutes behind schedule passing through the work zone. Please listen to announcements for any platform changes. For additional information visit metra.com/constructionnotices.

ME 51st/53rd St. East Platform Elevator Is Out Of Service
The 51st/53rd St. east platform elevator is out of service. Customers can use 55th/56th/57th street or McCormick Place as alternate boarding stations. Updates will be provided.
ME Van Buren Street Station Elevator Is Out Of Service
The Van Buren Street Station elevator is out of service. Customers can use South water elevator or Museum Campus elevator as alternate boarding stations. Updates will be provided.
ME Museum Campus/11th Street West Platform Elevator Is Out Of Service
The Museum Campus/11th Street West Platform elevator is out of service. Customers can use Millennium Station's South Water elevator or the McCormick Place elevator as alternate boarding stations. Updates will be provided.
Metra Alert ME - Metra Electric 103rd station to close November 20 - Full Reconstruction

As part of the Metra Electric Community Initiative to transform 13 stations on the district, the 103rd Street/Rosemoor station will be closed beginning November 20 for a full reconstruction. The station is expected to be closed 7 to 12 months. During this time, customers can use 107th Street and 95th Street/Chicago State University as alternatives. For additional information click here.

Metra Alert ME - Millennium Station elevator out of service until further notice

The Millennium Station elevator is out of service until further notice.  Customers can use the elevator located at 205 N Michigan, which leads to the South Water entrance to Millennium Station

Metra Alert ME - Metra Electric District Extra Service For Games at Soldier Field

The Metra Electric District will run extra train service for anticipation of larger than normal crowds for Chicago home games at Soldier Field. For more information click here and visit metra.com.

Metra Alert ME - Track Construction Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 10

Track construction will be taking place on Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 10. Trains may incur delays enroute up to 30 minutes behind schedule passing through the work zone. Please listen to announcements for any platform changes. For additional information visit metra.com/constructionnotices.

Metra Alert ME - 79th street/Chatham Station Closure - Station Rebuild Project

The 79th street/Chatham station on the Metra Electric line remains closed. During this time passengers can use 75th and 83rd street stations as alternatives. This is part of the Metra Electric Community initiative to transform multiple stations on the Metra Electric District. Once completed, stations will have enclosed ADA-accessible street-level entrances, lobbies with elevators, new stairs, headhouses, new composite deck platforms, new lighting, and signage.  For more information click here

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