Amtrak Newswire

Agency overseeing Amtrak Pacific Surfliner to get $1 million from state to study improvements

Topline: The Los Angeles — San Diego — San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor Agency, which oversees Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner, is getting $1 million from the state to look at how to make the service more reliable between San Luis Obispo, Los Angeles …

Rail authority plans to delay study that could trim Amtrak bus through Mendocino County

MENDOCINO CO., 11/12/26 — The rail authority that oversees the Amtrak bus through Mendocino County plans to put off a study of possible cuts after people along the route objected. A recommendation to look at reductions “had kind of set people off …

Amtrak train hits 18-wheeler in Douglasville

Photo by Brett Sayles on Pexels DOUGLASVILLE — An Amtrak passenger train collided with an 18-wheeler Thursday along Veterans Memorial Highway in Douglasville, according to witnesses. What we know: The crash has not been officially confirmed by Amtrak or …

Elementary school remembers 2 girls killed in Amtrak train crash in Western Springs

IL: Amtrak to convert historical mail platforms at Union Station into passenger boarding areas

For years, once bustling platforms at Union Station, where U.S. mail trains delivered thousands of letters and packages, have collected dust. That's changing as Amtrak begins converting the structures into accessible platforms, which also will …

30th Street Station's South Concourse reopens as Amtrak readies to unveil new food and retail options

Travelers at 30th Street Station now have access to some of the renovated areas that Amtrak has been working on as part of its $550 million project. The station's South Concourse, which houses the former dining area and public restrooms, reopened this …

Amtrak train hits truck in metro Atlanta, railroad crossing blocked

DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. — An accident involving an Amtrak train and a truck in Douglas County has roads blocked in both directions. NewsChopper2 is flying over the crash site now, showing the train involved was an Amtrak. It was unclear if anyone was injured. …

Officials: Gates appeared to be working when fatal Amtrak crash occurred

PHOTOS: Amtrak train hits truck in metro Atlanta, railroad crossing blocked

Amtrak train to Quincy involved in fatal vehicle crash west of La Grange, Illinois

QUINCY (WGEM) - An Amtrak train traveling from Chicago to Quincy on Wednesday was involved in a fatal crash west of La Grange, Illinois. NBC 5 Chicago reported that two people died and one was hospitalized after the train struck a vehicle on the tracks. …

Workers union calls Amtrak gun policy ‘sheer lunacy’

A passenger waits to board an Amtrak train at William H. Gray III 30th Street Station in Philadelphia on Aug. 7, 2025. Passengers will eventually be allowed to travel with their guns on Northeast Regional and Acela trains, among others. (Tierney L. Cross…

OH: No formal commitment yet for Amtrak’s Pennsylvanian extension to Cleveland

Cleveland passenger rail advocates want to bring daytime Amtrak service to the city by extending an existing train route from Pittsburgh. But Ohio’s August 2025 rail plan shows the proposed extension wasn’t advancing through a federal passenger rail …

2 Elementary Students Killed After Amtrak Train Crashes Into Car in Western Springs, Illinois

Two elementary school students were killed and another person was injured on Wednesday morning after a westbound Amtrak train struck a vehicle in Western Springs, Illinois. Dave Palzet, superintendent of Pleasantdale School District 107, revealed that the …

Two Dead After Amtrak Train Hits Car

File photo – Emergency Responder Two people are dead after an Amtrak train slammed into a car in the western suburbs. It happened around 8:00 this morning near the Village of Western Springs, when the train hit a vehicle on the tracks at Wolf Road. It was …

2 people killed in Amtrak train v. car crash in Western Springs

Two people were killed Wednesday morning after an Amtrak train headed along the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Metra line crashed into a car, halting all trains on the line, authorities said. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office was notified of two …

Two children killed when Amtrak train collides with vehicle in Western Springs

Witnesses described a traumatic scene Wednesday when an Amtrak train struck a vehicle on the tracks in Western Springs, killing two children and injuring another person. The collision resulted in multiple Metra BSNF trains being canceled or delayed.

‘Ball of flames': Witnesses recount Amtrak crash into car that left 2 kids dead

Several people working near a train station in the western suburbs on Wednesday witnessed a fiery crash between a train and a car that claimed the lives of two young kids and hospitalized another person, they told NBC Chicago. "I heard this loud boom …

2 students killed after Amtrak train strikes vehicle in Western Springs

An Amtrak train struck a vehicle in Chicago's west suburbs Wednesday morning, killing two students and disrupting Metra BNSF service. COOK COUNTY, Ill. - An Amtrak train struck a vehicle in Chicago's west suburbs Wednesday morning, killing two …

Portland Mayor Says New Amtrak Station will be Located at Site Supported by Federal Funding

The Portland City Council is set to vote late next month on relocating the Amtrak Downeaster station from Thompson’s Point to a new site near St. John Street. Portland Mayor Mark Dion says the city actually has no say in where the new train station will be …

ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA MAKES ITS MARK ON THE WORLD STAGE AS HOST OF COMMONWEALTH HEADS OF GOVERNMENT MEETING (CHOGM) 2026

King Charles III's visit and gathering of more than 5,000 delegates underscore the destination's growing MICE potential NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ST. JOHN'S, ANTIGUA (November 13, 2026) - …

Alternative Fuel And Hybrid Vehicle Market to Reach $3,124.38 Billion by 2030, Growing at a 31.6% CAGR

The Business Research Company's Alternative Fuel And Hybrid Vehicle Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The shift …

Airport Terminal Operations Market is Projected to Experience a Steady 7.7% CAGR Driven by Growing Industry Applications

The Business Research Company's Airport Terminal Operations Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The airport terminal …

The Market for All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Drivetrain Systems is Projected to Grow to $1.63 Bn by 2030 at a CAGR of 6.6%

The Business Research Company's All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV) Drivetrain Systems Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

Exclusive Luxor 2027 Eclipse Viewing Site Secured by META #SolarEclipse2027

META signs exclusive agreement to host the 2027 total solar eclipse at a historic Luxor monastery farm, uniting astronomy, heritage and sustainable tourism. LUXOR'S , EGYPT, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- # A Solar Eclipse, a Desert …

Wisconsin Herd to Host Native American Heritage Night on November 21

Presented by Aambé Sports, the evening features a Native American veterans color guard, drumming, dancing and a jersey auction benefiting Aambé Foundation. OSHKOSH, WI, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Wisconsin Herd …

Peter Weisz Appointed Director of Database Marketing at American Place Casino

WAUKEGAN, IL, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American Place Casino announced the appointment of gaming industry veteran Peter Weisz as Director of Database Marketing. In his new role, Peter will lead the property’s guest …

Tony Award-Winning Producers and Hawaiian Council Bring The Epic Tale of Hiʻiaka to the Musical Stage on Oʻahu

Tickets on sale for the first Broadway-style musical from a Hawaiian moʻolelo (oral history). Previews Nov. 25; opens Dec. 5 at Ocean’s Edge at Ko Olina. HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tickets are on sale now for …

Minut Launches A1 Smoke & CO Alarm for Short-Term Rentals with Automated Testing and Tamper Detection

MALMO, SWEDEN, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Minut, the privacy-first property operations platform, has launched A1, a UL-listed smoke and CO alarm designed specifically for short-term rentals. A1 automatically self-tests between guest …

Why Hotel Standards Walk Out the Door With Every Staff Resignation: Mise Guide

New operational analysis from the Mise team outlines how Indian hotels can prevent standard drift caused by staff turnover and shadowing-based training. JAIPUR, TAMIL NADU, INDIA, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ask any hotel general …

PlanetaEXO Announces 7 Nature Experiences in Latin America for 2027

As part of its international expansion, the Brazilian adventure travel platform highlights seven expeditions in Peru, Chile, Ecuador, and Costa Rica. SãO PAULO, SãO PAULO, BRAZIL, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Brazilian nature and adventure …

IBCCES Launches the Cognitive Care Zone™ in Arizona, Expanding Accessibility Statewide

Launch celebrated at an in-person event at the Phoenix Convention Center with community and business leaders JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing …

Colony Inn Named 2026 Best of Florida Regional Award Winner

SANIBEL, FL, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Colony Inn, a 36-unit vacation condominium property on Sanibel Island's historic East End, has been named a 2026 Best of Florida Regional Award winner. The recognition honors …

Buying Your First Limoges Box? A Plain-English Guide for Holiday Gift Shoppers

PerfectLimoges.com shares three quick checks and one good question to help first-time buyers choose an authentic French Limoges box gift. PALM BAY, FL, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Every holiday season, many shoppers buy a …

Top 5 Takeaway Packaging Paper Container Companies in 2026

A market-focused overview of companies offering takeaway paper containers, including custom size solutions for foodservice applications. CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Top 5 Takeaway Packaging …

Top 8 Hard Shell Rooftop Tent Companies in 2026

A procurement-focused overview of product design, materials, and sourcing considerations for hard shell rooftop tent and inflatable tent solutions. CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The hard shell rooftop …

TV Anime 'Attack on Titan' × Nijigen no Mori Collaboration Event Enters Its Final Month

An Exclusive On-Site Report Countdown Events Are in Full Swing, with Just One Month Remaining Until the Event Ends ～Running Until Sunday, December 13, 2026～ AWAJI, JAPAN, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The TV anime “Attack on Titan …

Top 6 Large Foldable LED Screen Companies for 2026: A Buyer’s Guide

The guide examines portable quick-assemble designs, deployment requirements, and application considerations for professional buyers. CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Public tenders for folding LED …

DataCurve Appoints AI and Product Executive Jai Malkani to Board of Directors

Senior AI leader joins DataCurve as the company scales AURA™ and builds the intelligence network for global sports and entertainment. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DataCurve today announced that Jai …

Top 7 Modular Luxury Hotel Tent System Manufacturers in 2026

A practical overview of modular configurations, project adaptability, and all-weather considerations for hospitality development. CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Seven manufacturers make up the …