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Major Blue Line construction: Buses to replace light rail through Aug. 19
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Kyle Brown , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The buses, which are 60 feet long, will run along the entire Blue Line route.
Major construction is underway on the Blue Line, affecting commuters in Minneapolis . The light rail route is being revamped, with significant work planned. Buses will replace train cars during this time, causing delays for riders.
The buses, which are 60 feet long, will run along the entire Blue Line route. Construction is scheduled to last through August 19, starting from Monday. Further details on the construction and replacement of train cars with buses can be found through local news sources, such as KSTP 5 Eyewitness News.
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Category: local Published: June 25, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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