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System status & alerts

This page provides system status information for 'L' and bus service from CTA, including rail station elevators. Follow links for more detailed information about events that affect your route.


Latest updates

Blue Line
Blue Line Service Running with Delays
Major Delays

Blue Line trains are running with wait times of up to 30 minutes; we're working to restore service. Allow extra time.

Blue Line
Boarding Change, Delays Between Austin and Kedzie-Homan
Planned Work

Blue Line trains will operate on the same track between Austin and Kedzie-Homan, resulting in boarding changes and minor delays.

Harold Washington Library-State/Van BurenPink LineOrange LinePurple Line Express
Elevator at Harold Washington Library-State/Van Buren Out-of-Service
Elevator Status

The Orange, Pink and Purple line platform elevator at Harold Washington Library-State/Van Buren is temporarily out-of-service.

 

Weekly upcoming planned changes

We post weekly summaries of planned service changes, including temporary ones for work, construction, events and more. You can also get these sent to you weekly via CTA Updates.

Planned weekend service changes
Planned weekday service changes
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