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Chicago's State and Lake Station Closes for Major Overhaul

1/6/2026

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The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) station at State and Lake in Chicago closed on January 5, 2026, for a three-year demolition and reconstruction project.
The 130-year-old station has the fifth highest ridership.
The project will add elevators for wheelchair accessibility and wider platforms for safety.
Commuters are advised to use nearby Clark/Lake and Washington/Wabash stations during construction, which is expected to be completed by 2029.

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Story summary

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) station at State and Lake in Chicago closed on January 5, 2026, for a three-year demolition and reconstruction project.
The 130-year-old station has the fifth highest ridership.
The project will add elevators for wheelchair accessibility and wider platforms for safety.
Commuters are advised to use nearby Clark/Lake and Washington/Wabash stations during construction, which is expected to be completed by 2029.