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Thursday, October 15, 2026 4:30 AM
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CHICAGO (WLS) — A motorcycle rider died following a crash that occurred in downtown Chicago on Wednesday afternoon, according to Illinois State Police.
The incident happened at approximately 2:57 p.m. on the Ontario Feeder Ramp to northbound I-90. Authorities reported the motorcycle struck a concrete wall and was ejected over, landing on the southbound lanes.
The rider was transported to a local hospital, where they were later pronounced dead. Their identity has not yet been disclosed.
As a result of the crash, several lanes of southbound I-90 were closed, along with the Ohio Feeder Ramp. All lanes were cleared by 6 p.m., according to authorities.
An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash is ongoing.
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