Delays on 3 Metra lines after earlier Union Station signal issue

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A signal failure at Chicago's Union Station caused major Metra delays during the Wednesday evening rush hour.

At 6:30 p.m., the signal issue was resolved, but delays continued.
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The three Metra lines impacted are BNSF line to Aurora, Southwest Service to Manhattan and Heritage Corridor trains to Joliet.

At about 6 p.m., trains on all lines were moving.
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The signal issue resulted in trains not being able to depart or arrive at the south end of Union Station.

Riders are advised to monitor service alerts on metrarail.com