The CTA's State and Lake station in Chicago will close on Monday for a three-year reconstruction project, including modern upgrades like wider platforms, elevators, and a glass canopy, with an expected reopening in 2029. During this period, several train lines will bypass the station, and nearby streets will undergo temporary closures and improvements. The project, costing $444 million and mostly federally funded, aims to modernize one of the busiest transit hubs in the city.
Subway service on the 1, 2, and 3 lines in Manhattan has been fully restored following a collision and derailment near 96th Street that injured 26 people. The incident occurred when an out-of-service train moved forward despite a red signal, colliding with a passenger train. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the crash, with early indications suggesting human error by the out-of-service train's crew. After extensive repairs, full service resumed early Sunday morning.
A collision between two New York City subway trains, one in service and the other out of service, caused a derailment near the 96th Street station, resulting in over 20 minor injuries and significant service disruptions during rush hour. The incident, which involved a train carrying 300 passengers and a train with MTA workers, is under investigation for potential human error, while the MTA works to restore service amidst ongoing challenges with the aging subway system.
A New York City subway train derailed after a low-speed collision with another train on the Upper West Side, resulting in over 20 minor injuries and significant service disruptions. The incident occurred near the 96th Street station and involved a 1 train with passengers and an out-of-service MTA train. No equipment failure was immediately evident, and human error is being investigated. The collision affected the 1, 2, and 3 lines, with efforts underway to resume service by the next morning's commute.
A man died after being pushed onto the train tracks at a SEPTA station in University City, Philadelphia, during an altercation. The incident happened around 4:30 p.m. at the 34th and Market streets platform. The suspect was apprehended at the 40th Street Station. SEPTA Police are investigating, and service between 30th and 40th streets is temporarily rerouted with buses.
Two NYC subway trains collided and derailed on the Upper West Side, injuring at least 24 people. The incident occurred after a northbound 1 train hit a disabled train that was being repaired due to vandalism. Hundreds of passengers were evacuated, and service disruptions on the 1, 2, and 3 lines are expected to continue through the following morning. MTA officials are investigating the cause, which is not believed to be equipment-related, and are working to restore service as quickly as possible.
On January 4, 2024, two New York City subway trains, both 1 trains, collided and derailed near 96th Street and Broadway, resulting in 24 non-life-threatening injuries. The collision occurred at a low speed, and one of the trains was out of service due to vandalism that included pulled emergency cords. MTA President Richard Davey stated that the cause of the incident is under investigation. Full subway service on the affected lines may not resume until the following day, impacting the evening commute and necessitating street closures in the vicinity.
A northbound 1 train collided with an out-of-service train on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, causing a minor derailment and injuring at least 26 people. Approximately 600-700 passengers were evacuated from the trains involved. The incident has resulted in major disruptions to the 1/2/3 subway lines, with no definitive time for service resumption. The MTA is investigating the cause, including the possibility of human error, after the out-of-service train was found to have been vandalized. Transit alternatives are being provided, and local authorities are responding to the situation.
The Mattapan trolley line in Boston continues to be out of service for the second consecutive day, with shuttle buses replacing the route between Mattapan and Ashmont due to disabled trains at the Mattapan terminus. The MBTA has announced the substitution on social media and indicates that the disruption is related to trolley maintenance. This situation is ongoing and updates are expected as the story develops.
On New Year's Day, a Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) train derailed and caught fire between Orinda and Lafayette stations near San Francisco, causing minor injuries to several passengers. The incident occurred after the train left Orinda station, leading to the evacuation of all passengers and a temporary closure of the Orinda Station. Service was disrupted on a 12-mile stretch of rail, and the cause of the derailment is under investigation.
A BART train derailed and caught fire near Orinda, California, leading to nine passengers being hospitalized with no major injuries reported. The incident caused the closure of two eastbound lanes of state Highway 24 and the suspension of the Yellow Line service between Lafayette and Orinda stations. A crane operation is underway to remove the damaged train, and a bus bridge is provided for affected commuters. The derailment, which occurred after a computer failure and manual track switching, is under investigation. Officials have not confirmed when regular service will resume.
Metro Transit has adjusted its New Year's Eve schedule to accommodate passenger demand, extending the final light-rail services in Minneapolis and St. Paul to depart past midnight. The last Green Line trains will now leave at 12:30 a.m., and the Blue Line trains will have their final departures at 12:09 a.m. and 12:30 a.m. Additionally, 19 bus routes will run after midnight, and all rides post 6 p.m. will be free as part of the Miller Lite Free Ride promotion. Further details can be found on Metro Transit's website.
