Man hit, killed by Brown Line train at Francisco stop
The man's death appears to be a suicide, according to police.
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CTA Brown Line train hits person near Francisco stop
Brown Line trains are standing near the scene.
Man arrested after CTA riders spot him waving gun on Brown Line tracks
Police said the man made his way onto a billboard mounted on the side of the Brown Line trestle, where he was arrested. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Police search for suspect in Fullerton Brown Line robbery
The suspect forcefully took a phone from the victim's hand, police said.
Police search for 3 suspects in CTA Brown Line robbery in the Loop
Police are searching for three people who robbed a passenger on the Brown Line in the Loop.
Why is concrete falling on CTA Brown Line flyover
The Brown Line flyover north of Belmont Avenue was touted as an important part of a multibillion-dollar upgrade for the Chicago Transit Authority - so why is there crumbling concrete on the sides of the tracks just a few months after completion?
Woman Hit, Killed By CTA Brown Line Train At Montrose Stop
A woman was hit and killed by a Chicago Transit Authority Brown Line train near the Montrose station Tuesday afternoon.
Police Looking To Identify Offender Wanted In Brown Line Train Robbery
Police are looking for a suspect who robbed a man on the CTA Brown Line train last week.
Outdoor Winter Beer Fest Coming to Lincoln Square
An outdoor winter beer festival is coming to Chicago in February, showcasing various breweries from around the Chicagoland area.
CTA Red-Purple Bypass Project To Open Friday, Will Carry Brown Line Trains Over Soaring New Tracks North Of Belmont Avenue
That soaring new CTA train trestle that has been under construction in Lakeview for the past couple of years will officially open on Friday.
Trains In The Loop Delayed After CTA Reports 'Minor Fire'
CTA said trains are moving and normal service is being restored.
CTA Brown Line Service To Shut Down From Sedgwick To Loop From 5 a.m. To 5 p.m. Sunday
Brown Line 'L' service will be shut down from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday from Sedgwick to the Loop.
Brown Line Trains Running With Delays After Suspension Due To Problem With Train At Paulina Stop
Chicago Transit Authority Brown Line service was running with delays during the Wednesday afternoon rush due to a problem with a train at the Paulina stop.
CTA Brown Line Trains Get Snagged At Chicago Avenue After Man Gets Stuck While Getting Off Train
Chicago Transit Authority Brown Line trains were halted at the Chicago Avenue stop Thursday evening after a man got stuck while trying to get off a train.
Man Stabs Assailant In Self-Defense At Sedgwick Brown Line Stop, Police Say
A man stabbed an assailant who was attacking him early Tuesday at the Sedgwick Brown Line station on the city's Near North Side, police said.
Woman Dead After Falling Onto Brown Line Tracks
A woman died after falling onto Brown Line tracks early Friday morning.
CTA Green, Pink And Brown Lines Delayed Due To Earlier Raised Bridge Downtown
Some CTA train lines are experiencing residual delays following an earlier raised bridge downtown.
CTA Service Resumes Tuesday; No Service In, Near Downtown
Chicago Transit Authority service will resume Tuesday morning, but not all routes will be running.
Driver Keeps Going As Police Try To Pull Him Over, Hits Brown Line Train In Albany Park
CTA Brown Line service was halted between the Kimball and Southport stops Saturday evening due to a collision with a car near the Francisco station.
2 Injured After Gun Accidentally Discharged Near Belmont CTA Station; Brown, Red Line Delays Expected
Two people were injured in an accidental shooting near the Belmont CTA station Thursday morning.
CTA Takes Down St. Patrick's Day Display At Kimball Brown Line Station; Bars Employees From Putting Up Holiday Decorations
CBS 2 Morning Insider Tim McNicholas learned the new policy is not sitting well with some customers and fellow CTA employees.
Brown Line Reopens After Vehicle Hits Barrier At Kedzie; Separately, Obstruction Snags Pink Line
The Brown Line was shut down from Albany Park to Lakeview for a period of time on Monday evening after a vehicle hit a concrete barrier at the Kedzie station.
Lakeview Residents Sound Off About Crime On CTA, Say Police Seem Scarce
Each weekday, 1.5 million people use the Chicago Transit Authority. But lately, a rash of violent crime on CTA trains has robbed some commuters of their sense of security.
Teens Charged In Robbery On Brown Line Train At Belmont Avenue
Police said they have made some arrests following a string of attacks on Chicago Transit Authority trains.
No Threat Determined After Reports of Suspicious Object in West Lakeview
Police on Saturday evening were investigating a suspicious object inside a business in West Lakeview.
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