The Metra Chicago train and bus systems are very convenient means used by many people to travel through Chicago. The rail and the road networks in Chicago are very expansive such that they reach every corner of the city.

http://egov.cityofchicago.org/city/webportal/portalContentItemAction.do?contentOID=536894189&contenTypeName=CO

Points to note on the Metra Chicago lost and found items

- Contact Metra Chicago immediately you realize you've lost an item

- One should be prepared to give a full and accurate account of the items' details including time and where the item was lost.

- A grace period of 30 days is given after which all unclaimed items are donated to charity.

How does one access the Metra Chicago lost and found department?

The office is located on Metra's Transfer Center on the 9th Avenue and 15th Street. Their operating hours are between 8.00am and 5.00pm during weekdays. They don't operate on weekends and holidays.

The department can be reached on the telephone number (706) 225-4673 or through their email address metrainfo@columbusga.org. One can also visit the Transfer Center at the Metra's Campus.

http://www.columbusga.org/metra/lostFound.htm

There is a website that is specifically designed for posting of lost and found items for those who travel though Chicago and can be very useful.

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/laf/