Los Angeles Metro’s Purple and Red Lines Shut Down Indefinitely

LOS ANGELES—A mechanical issue forced the indefinite interruption of service Dec. 3 on Metro’s Purple and Red Lines, authorities said. The disruption was reported at about 7 a.m., Metro’s Jose Ubaldo told City News Service. “Metro has implemented a bus shuttle service between Union Station and North Hollywood and Wilshire/Western Stations,” Ubaldo said. Only two trains are currently able to operate on the line. Ubaldo said staff are working to resolve the problem and will provide additional updates when available. Metro is recommending Purple Line riders use available bus services on Wilshire Boulevard as an alternative, and should expect delays until further notice....