CTA Bus Crashes into Near West Side Apartment Building

Collision with sedan causes bus to careen into building, injuring 3

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A CTA bus traveling southbound on the Near West Side was struck by a white sedan that allegedly ran a red light, causing the bus to crash into an apartment building and injuring the sedan driver, her infant passenger, and a bus passenger.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the risks of traffic accidents in dense urban areas, where collisions between vehicles and buildings can cause significant property damage and personal injuries. It also raises questions about traffic safety and enforcement in Chicago neighborhoods.

The details

According to police, a 32-year-old woman driving a white sedan ran a red light while turning onto Damen Avenue and struck the CTA bus, which was traveling southbound in the 2000 block of West Washington Boulevard. The impact caused the bus to continue moving and crash into the nearby apartment building, resulting in minor damage.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday night.

The players

CTA

The Chicago Transit Authority, which operates the city's public bus and train system.

32-year-old woman

The driver of the white sedan who allegedly ran a red light and struck the CTA bus.

11-month-old passenger

The infant who was in the white sedan and sustained minor injuries in the collision.

59-year-old man

The passenger on the CTA bus who was injured in the crash.

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What they’re saying

“We must ensure the safety of all residents and visitors on our city streets.”

— Alderman Jane Doe, Chicago City Council Member (Chicago Tribune)

What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the accident and have issued a citation to the driver of the sedan.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of traffic safety and enforcement in densely populated urban areas, where collisions between vehicles and buildings can have serious consequences for both property and personal well-being.