Metra Union Pacific North service halted after train hits pedestrian near Highland Park
Metra said inbound and outbound Union Pacific North line trains were halted near Highland Park after the accident as of shortly before 6 p.m., and riders should expect extensive delays.
By about 7:20 p.m., one track had reopened near the scene to allow for inbound trains to resume service.Further information was not immediately available.
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