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Metra trains on the move again after truck crashes into bridge on North Side
A truck crashed into a bridge early Friday near Elston and North avenues, causing delays to the Union Pacific North and ...
Woman injured after Metra UP-NW train hits vehicle on NW Side
A Metra train hit a vehicle Wednesday on the city's Northwest Side, stopping trains in both directions and leaving a woman ...
Commuters face extensive delays on 2 Metra lines after car crashes into bridge
Commuters faced extensive delays during rush hour on Friday morning after a car struck a bridge on the city’s Northwest Side, ...
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Brawl breaks out on Metra UP-North train near Wilmette
A brawl broke out on a Metra Union Pacific-North train Thursday night near Wilmette after Windy City Smokeout came to an abrupt end due to weather.
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Under-protected, deadly train crossings in Chicago area
Pew, who investigates rail accidents across the state, says train crossings on private land are also a concern. They are often unmarked and not required to have safety warnings.
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Geneva, Metra team for rail safety event July 9 - Daily Herald
The Geneva Police Department, Metra and Operation Lifesaver will hold a passenger safety blitz from 3 to 7 p.m. July 9, at the train station, 328 Crescent Place. They will discuss safe practices ...