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Metra Alert - Metra Operating a Sunday Schedule for Labor Day on September 2

Metra will operate a Sunday/Holiday schedule on Monday, September 2 (Labor Day). Alcohol will be prohibited on all Metra trains.

Metra Alert - As a reminder, Jazz Fest August 29 to Sunday, September 1 - Alcohol Restrictions.

Alcohol restrictions will be in place for the Jazz Fest. Alcohol will be prohibited on all Metra trains after 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 29. Alcohol is prohibited on all Metra trains all day Friday thru Sunday, August 30 thru September 1..

Metra Alert UP-N - Track Construction Thursday, August 22 through Monday, September 23.

 From Thursday, August. 22 through Monday, September 23, track construction will take place on the UP North Line between Clybourn and Highland Park. Some midday and evening trains may incur delays of up to 30 minutes enroute passing through the work zone. Please listen to announcements for any platform changes. Residents near the tracks can expect construction noise as the project moves through their area. For additional information visit metra.com/constructionnotices. 

Metra Alert MD-N - Forest Glen Platform Rehabilitation

Beginning Monday, July 8, the south half of the platforms, the south stairways, and the inbound shelter will be closed for rehabilitation for 2 months. Commuters must use the north stairways to access the boarding platforms. 

Once completed, the work will move to the north half of the platforms to complete the project by the end of October. Please allow additional time to access the in-service platforms and exercise caution near the work zones. 

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UPNW 724 Delayed
Union Pacific Northwest inbound 724 scheduled to arrive Chicago at 6:23 PM is operating 15 to 20 minutes behind schedule due to freight train interference
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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 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.

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.

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 HC - Metra to offer Saturday "Rails, Trails and Ales" Excursions on the Heritage Corridor Beginning September 7

Metra will once again be offering special service on the Heritage Corridor Line on six Saturdays this fall, providing opportunities to explore the bike trails, festivals, craft breweries, restaurants, and vibrant communities along this historic route. Full schedules can be found on metra.com.

Metra Alert RI - Track Construction Saturday, August 31 through Sunday, September 1

Track construction will be taking place on Saturday, August 31 through Sunday, September 1. 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 57TH West Elevator Out Of Service
The 57th Street West Elevator is out of service. Customers can use 115th Kensington or 51st/53rd Hyde Park as alternate boarding stations. Updates will be provided.
Metra Alert ME - 147th St./Sibley Blvd station closed for reconstruction until fall 2024.

 The 147th street/Sibley Blvd station is closed for reconstruction until fall 2024. During this time, trains will not stop at this station. As alternates, please use the nearby Ivanhoe or Harvey stations. Updates will be provided once  the rehabilitation is complete and the station is accessible. Metra apologizes for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

Metra Alert ME - Track Construction Saturday, August 31 through Sunday, September 1

Track construction will be taking place on Saturday, August 31 through Sunday, September 1. 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 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

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