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Driver dies after crash with CTA bus on Chicago's West Side
Police say the SUV driver hit the rear of the stopped bus early Sunday morning
Published on Feb. 8, 2026
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A 32-year-old driver was killed after his SUV crashed into the back of a CTA bus that was stopped at a red light on Chicago's Lower West Side around 4:30 a.m. on Sunday. The five passengers on the bus were uninjured, according to the Chicago Police Department.
Why it matters
Fatal traffic accidents involving public transportation are rare but concerning incidents that can shake public confidence in the safety of the city's transit system. This crash will likely prompt investigations into the cause and any potential safety improvements that could prevent similar tragedies in the future.
The details
According to police, the SUV driver crashed into the rear of the stationary CTA bus in the 2300 block of S. Blue Island Avenue. The driver of the SUV was transported to Stroger Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. None of the five passengers on the bus at the time were injured.
- The incident occurred around 4:30 a.m. on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
The players
Chicago Police Department
The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal crash.
CTA
Chicago's public transportation authority, which operates the bus involved in the collision.
What’s next
The Chicago Police Department's Major Accidents Unit is continuing to investigate the cause of the crash.
The takeaway
While tragic, this incident appears to be an isolated accident rather than a systemic issue with CTA bus safety. The investigation will aim to determine if any changes could be made to prevent similar crashes in the future and maintain public confidence in Chicago's public transit system.
