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  • Published on 15:44 GMT

    Trump team puts the brakes on ‘DEI bike lanes’ 

    There are two types of people: those who have Googled “what is a DEI bike lane” and those who have not. For those in the latter—here’s a weekend treat for you.  Transportation Secretary and former “Road Rules” MTV darling Sean Duffy declared war on former …

    Source: Daily Kos - Left-wing
  • Published on Aug 8, 2026

    Amtrak completes major improvements at Pennsylvania station

    USA train operator Amtrak has announced that it has completed accessibility and other improvements at Huntingdon station (HGD). The company sees this as another milestone in pursuing its commitment to providing a safer, more accessible and welcoming travel …

    Source: RailAdvent - Pending
  • Published on Jul 28, 2026

    AmeriStarRail Unveils ‘Libertyliner 250’ Proposal to Rebrand Amtrak’s NextGen Acela Fleet

    AmeriStarRail has unveiled a proposed new identity for Amtrak’s NextGen Acela fleet, introducing what it calls the “Libertyliner 250,” a privately financed initiative the company says would expand high-speed passenger rail service throughout the Northeast …

    Source: The Washington Informer - Left-wing
  • Published on Aug 7, 2026

    Amtrak reports banner year, though growth in Illinois is more mixed

    Amtrak is performing very well nationally, according to an Illinois-based member of the board of the nation’s passenger rail service. Illinois numbers were not as accomplished, according to Amtrak records. "Ridership is at an all-time high in the …

    Source: WGLT - Illinois - Public Broadcaster
  • Published on Aug 5, 2026

    Trump's Immigration Policies Have Been Rejected; Why Won't Dems Act Like It?

    With midterms approaching and the future of US.democracy balanced on a knife's edge, a media-driven moral panic about the Democratic Socialists of America is dividing the Democratic Party. That's unhelpful. Everyone knows Democrats need to unify …

    Source: Common Dreams - Left-wing
  • Published on Jul 30, 2026

    Amtrak advances optimized B&P Tunnel replacement program

    Rail News Home Amtrak 7/29/2026 Rail News: Amtrak Shown: An Amtrak NextGen Acela train passing in the background of the south tunnel boring machine launch site. Photo – Amtrak Media Center Amtrak is advancing major construction activities for the …

    Source: Progressive Railroading - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 3, 2026

    High-speed trains would get new noise regulations in FRA proposal

    Dive Brief: The Federal Railroad Administration proposed a new rule governing noise standards for trains operating at speeds exceeding 160 mph and a special approval process for trains operating above 220 mph. Existing regulations only cover trains …

    Source: Smart Cities Dive - Pending
  • Published on Aug 3, 2026

    CNN’s Ella Langley Blind Spot Exposes Its Coastal Bubble

    Country crossover star Ella Langley has become inescapable. Everywhere you turn, you hear her megahit “Choosin’ Texas,” whether it’s on the radio, in a store, or in a social media reel. “Choosin’ Texas” has spent a whopping 15 weeks atop Billboard’s all- …

    Source: PJ Media - Virginia - Right-wing
  • Published on Aug 2, 2026

    CT’s $1.6 billion railroad promise

    The Connecticut Department of Transportation and state and federal elected officials tried to make some “big news” about our trains last week.  Here’s how most media summarized the story:  “Connecticut has broken ground on the $1.6 billion TIME-1 upgrade …

    Source: The Connecticut Mirror - Center-left
  • Published on Aug 1, 2026

    How Much Will LeBron James’ Commute From New York to Philadelphia Cost? Reports Raise Concerns Over Helicopter Travel

    Luxury comes at a price. Even for LeBron James, commuting from New York while playing home games in Philadelphia could become one of the most expensive commutes in professional sports. What initially sounded like an ideal balance between basketball and …

    Source: Essentially Sports - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 31, 2026

    Duffy announces rollback of noise emissions standards to clear way for high-speed rail

    Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said America could soon see high-speed trains after his administration moved to deregulate certain railway noise pollution standards. The Transportation Department announced its proposed rule on Friday, seeking to reform …

    Source: Washington Examiner - Right-wing
  • Published on Jul 30, 2026

    That’s Too Much Helicopter

    There are the very special episodes that Drew and I do before heading off on vacation, and then there are the rarer ones we do while one of us is on vacation. This week's installment was one of those, as Drew joined from a beach house in an undisclosed …

    Source: Defector - Left-wing
  • Published on Jul 28, 2026

    Amtrak OIG identifies top management challenges for next two fiscal years

    The Amtrak Office of Inspector General's (OIG) latest report detailed Amtrak's top management and performance challenges for fiscal years (FY) 2026 and 2027. The report says there are five main challenges Amtrak will have to face during the next …

    Source: Mass Transit - Pending
  • Published on Jul 29, 2026

    Frederick Douglass Tunnel Breaks Ground as Baltimore's 153-Year Rail Bottleneck Faces Elimination

    Excavation of a 60-foot (18.3 m) deep pit in West Baltimore this summer confirmed that the Frederick Douglass Tunnel program has crossed a threshold that no amount of future planning delays, cost disputes, or political turbulence can easily reverse: the …

    Source: Tech Times - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 28, 2026

    Amtrak Advances Accessibility Across Its National Network

    Accessibility remains a core component of Amtrak’s mission to provide safe, reliable and welcoming transportation for all travelers. As the nation marks the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26, Amtrak is highlighting …

    Source: Travel Agent Central - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 28, 2026

    LeBron James Should Just Take The Train To His New Job

    LeBron James is coming to Philadelphia, a fact anyone who lives in Philly would have learned from interacting with strangers on the street, no matter their interest in basketball. This is salient because, according to ESPN's Brian Windhorst, James will …

    Source: Defector - Left-wing
  • Published on Jul 28, 2026

    $1.6B Stratford rail project marks latest push to speed New Haven Line

    This might sound familiar: At a press conference outside the Stratford rail station, Gov. Ned Lamont, members of Congress and transportation officials outlined plans to provide faster service by 2035 on the New Haven line, one of the oldest, busiest and …

    Source: Hartford Business Journal - Connecticut - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 28, 2026

    Amtrak shares progress on accessibility projects

    Rail News Home Amtrak 7/27/2026 Rail News: Amtrak Station improvements include elevators, accessible pathways and parking, handrails and guardrails, and ADA compliant signage.  Photo – Amtrak In observation of the 36th anniversary of the Americans …

    Source: Progressive Railroading - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 28, 2026

    A faster train on the New Haven line? Work is underway, CT officials say

    This might sound familiar: At a press conference outside the Stratford rail station, Gov. Ned Lamont, members of Congress and transportation officials outlined plans to provide faster service by 2035 on the New Haven line, one of the oldest, busiest and …

    Source: Connecticut Public Radio - Public Broadcaster

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  • Published on August 7, 2026 - 01:57 GMT

    MoDOT Highlights FIFA World Cup Success

    Effective traffic management, expanded Amtrak service move visitors from around the world JEFFERSON CITY – With the final whistle marking the end of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is celebrating the success of …

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  • Published on July 22, 2026 - 17:22 GMT

    Amtrak Tickets Now Available to the New York State Fair

    Governor Kathy Hochul, in collaboration with Amtrak and the New York State Department of Transportation, today announced that tickets are now on sale for direct train service to and from The Great New York State Fair. Daily train service allows State Fair …

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