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NewsNBC Chicago – LocalJuly 3, 2026Illinois

CTA Yellow Line train derails in Evanston after hitting tree

A CTA Yellow Line train derailed in Evanston late Thursday night after striking a tree downed by severe storms. Passengers were evacuated from the tracks down a hillside with the assistance of the Evanston Fire Department.

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Why It Matters

The incident resulted in the temporary suspension of Yellow Line service and required an emergency evacuation of passengers from the tracks.

Key Facts

  • A CTA Yellow Line train derailed in Evanston after striking a tree downed by storms.
  • The incident occurred late Thursday night.
  • The Evanston Fire Department confirmed the derailment at approximately 11:47 p.m.
  • Passengers were evacuated from the train down a hill using ropes.
  • Riders reported being stuck on the train for approximately one hour before rescue.
  • The CTA Yellow Line was temporarily shut down following the incident.
  • As of Friday morning, the CTA website reported no active delays or service disruptions for the Yellow Line.

Who's Mentioned

organizationCTA Yellow Line“The transit line involved in the derailment.”organizationEvanston Fire Department“The agency that managed the evacuation and issued the incident report.”locationEvanston“The location where the derailment occurred.”organizationNBC Chicago“The news outlet reporting on the incident.”