The Brief
- The Metro Blue Line trains are reopening after months of construction.
- They were originally closed to upgrade signals and equipment that guide the light trains.
- The upgrades will improve schedule availability and reduce delays.
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The Metro Transit Blue Line light rail trains between Target Field and Mall of America are reopening Thursday after months of construction.
Due to the construction, riders were forced to use the Blue Line buses instead.
Metro Transit Blue Line light rail reopens
The backstory:
The Metro Transit Blue Line light line from Target Field to the Mall of America has been under construction for the past month. It was closed to upgrade signals and equipment that would overall improve the reliability of the trains. Riders were forced to take replacement Blue Line buses.
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