CTA Reroutes Route 66 After Police Activity
CTA Route 66 buses detour around Michigan Avenue due to unspecified police activity
CTA Route 66 Rerouted Due to Police Activity
Chicago's Route 66 bus is temporarily rerouted in both directions near Michigan Avenue due to police activity, the Chicago Transit Authority said Monday night. The detour affects eastbound and westbound service through downtown Chicago, with riders advised to expect minor delays. The alert was issued March 30 at 10:09 p.m., though officials haven't said when normal service will resume.
Downtown Detour Routes Specified
The reroute diverts buses around the Chicago and Michigan Avenue intersection, a busy downtown corridor that serves office workers, tourists, and residents. Eastbound buses will operate via Chicago, Wabash, Superior, Michigan and Chicago, returning to the normal route. Westbound buses will travel via Chicago, Michigan, Huron, State and Chicago before resuming regular service. Transit officials said passengers should allow extra travel time, though they didn't specify how much additional time might be needed.
Police Activity Prompts Service Change
The CTA issued the temporary reroute alert due to police activity near the Chicago and Michigan intersection, though officials didn't provide details about the nature of the incident. The agency said the reroute is expected to cause minor delays for riders using Route 66. Officials haven't announced when the situation will be resolved or when buses will return to their normal path. The end time for the reroute remains listed as to be determined.
System-Wide Service Updates
Most CTA rail lines are operating normally despite the Route 66 disruption, with planned work on the Blue Line and added service on the Purple and Yellow Lines. Multiple bus routes across the system currently have active alerts affecting service, though officials didn't specify which routes or the nature of those alerts. Elevator outages are reported at several stations across the Red, Blue, Brown, and Pink Lines, potentially affecting riders with mobility needs.
Riders Advised to Check for Updates
Route 66 riders traveling through downtown Chicago should expect detours and minor delays until the police activity is resolved and normal service resumes. The CTA said riders should check for current alerts, though officials didn't provide a timeline for when additional information about the incident or service restoration will be available. Moovit provides real-time updates for CTA routes, helping riders navigate service changes and plan alternative routes during disruptions.
