Service issues continue at Chicago’s Union Station, as numerous Metra lines are experiencing delays and cancellations.
A BNSF train derailment near Union Station has led to significant delays on that line, with 35-minute delays or more on trains that are operating.
Several other trains have been canceled as a result of the derailment, according to officials. The Southwest Service is one of the lines that has had to cancel a 7:48 p.m. train.
Switch issues are also causing significant concerns on other lines, including the Milwaukee District North and West lines, which are operating with limited service, according to officials.
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North Central Service and Heritage Corridor trains are also operating with altered schedules, according to the agency.
It is not clear what is causing the switch issues, and we will update this story with the latest news from Metra officials when it becomes available.
