Metro Transit is reporting mechanical problems on the Northstar Commuter Line resulting in delays on the second and third trips from Big Lake to Minneapolis.
Word is that the 6:31 a.m. trip should be leaving the Elk River station shortly. I'll get more information as it becomes available.
Tim Harlow covers traffic and transportation issues in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, and likes to get out of the office, even during rush hour. He also covers the suburbs in northern Hennepin and all of Anoka counties, plus breaking news and weather.
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