In 1979, a portion of The Hunter starring Steve McQueen was shot at Sedgwick as part of an action scene.

[3] During 2007, the main station entrance was closed for extensive renovation and rebuilding as part of the CTA's Brown Line capacity expansion project.

The platforms were also extended to allow eight-car trains to berth, and elevators were added to make the station accessible to passengers with disabilities.

[5][6] The historical station house was restored, and an extension was added behind it.

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