8 injured in crash involving CTA bus on Near West Side: Chicago police

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Eight people were hurt in a CTA bus crash on the Near West Side on Monday afternoon, Chicago police said.

Police said the bus was headed north on Ashland Avenue just after 12:30 p.m. when a car swerved into its lane near Monroe Street.

The bus maneuvered to avoid a collision and hit a light pole on the sidewalk.

The bus driver, a 36-year-old woman, was transported to Stroger Hospital for a knee injury in good condition, police said. Seven passengers were transported to local hospitals for minor injuries.

There were no arrests. Police did not immediately provide further information.