Freight train derailment, power loss shuts down South Shore Line train service

South Shore suspends services due to freight train derailment

MICHIANA -- Due to a reported freight train derailment and subsequent power loss near East Chicago and Gary Metro, all remaining South Shore Line train service is suspended for the day of June 24, 2026.

Freight train derailment, power loss shuts down South Shore Line train service

A freight train derailment and loss of power forced a suspension of South Shore Line train service for the rest of the evening late Wednesday night, officials announced. Around 9:40 p.m., a reported freight train derailment and power loss near East Chicago and Gary Metro prompted a shutdown of train service on the South Shore Line, according to a service update. “All remaining South Shore Line train service will be suspended today, June 24,” the…