Shuttle buses to replace rail service as CDOT makes bridge repairs in the Loop

CHICAGO - CTA announced that buses will replace rail service Saturday through Sunday morning as the Department of Transportation makes repairs to a bridge in the Loop.

The repairs began about 2 a.m. Saturday and continued until about 5 a.m. Sunday, the agency said. Shuttle buses will replace rail service between the Ashland Avenue station and Clark and Lake.

Passengers are advised to allow for extra time when planning their commute.