Metra suspending all service Monday

The transit agency cited safety and logistical hurdles for the service disruption.

A woman died after being struck by a Metra train Aug. 27, 2020, on the Northwest Side. — Metra is suspending all service June 1, 2020, due to protests.

Metra announced Sunday evening that all service would be suspended Monday following a weekend of protests that left many Chicago communities in shambles.

The transit agency cited safety and logistical hurdles for the service disruption.

For the safety of the public and our employees, and because of municipal restrictions that are limiting the ability of our workers to reach job sites, Metra is suspending all service on Monday, June 1. We will provide updates on Monday about Tuesday service.
— Metra (@Metra) June 1, 2020

Metra had already canceled all trains to and from downtown after 3 p.m. Sunday. The CTA and Pace Suburban Bus also suspended all operations Sunday evening.

The announcement comes after a third straight day of protests against the death of George Floyd, who was killed by a police officer in Minneapolis. Looting, fires and vandalism continued to spread throughout the city and suburbs Sunday, while peaceful protests were held as well.

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