Latest United States News
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Construction to Begin on Level Boarding Platforms at Chicago Union Station
Construction is set to begin for Chicago Union Station’s first level boarding platforms, which are expected to improve accessibility.
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Amtrak Announces Winter Wanderlust Sale
Amtrak has announced the return of its Winter Wanderlust sale, which aims to offer savings of up to 30% on routes across the US.
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US Invests $1.24 Billion in Rail Crossing Safety Projects
The US Department of Transportation (US DOT) is investing 1.24 billion USD in rail safety improvements across 37 states.
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California High-Speed Rail Selects Siemens to Build Trains for 2033 Launch
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has approved a contract with Siemens Mobility to design and manufacture the first trainsets.
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Trinity Metro Breaks Ground on TEXRail Extension in Fort Worth
Trinity Metro has broken ground on a 2.1-mile (3.4km) extension of its TEXRail commuter rail service in Fort Worth, Texas.
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Colorado Connector Offers Alternative Route to Passenger Rail Expansion
Colorado voters are set to decide on funding for the Colorado Connector passenger rail service linking Fort Collins, Denver and Pueblo.
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Federal Grant Supports Autonomous Freight Rail in Missouri
The FRA has awarded the City of Columbia, Missouri, a 16.2 million USD grant to modernise its Columbia Terminal Railroad (COLT).
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Amtrak Opens New Train Maintenance Facility in Seattle
Amtrak and its partners have officially cut the ribbon on a brand-new $250 million Maintenance and Inspection Facility in Seattle.
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Škoda Group Targets North American Rail Market with Local Production
Škoda Group is targeting North America through rolling stock modernisation, component supplies and partnerships with local manufacturers.
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FRA Allocates $2.3 Billion in Funding for US Rail Infrastructure
The US Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has selected 105 rail projects to receive more than 2.3 billion USD in federal funding.
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Metra Displays Battery-Powered Train Ahead of 2028 Service
Metra has presented its new battery-powered passenger train at LaSalle Street Station in Chicago for service on its Rock Island Line.
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First TBM Launched on New York–New Jersey Hudson Tunnel Rail Project
The first tunnel boring machine (TBM) has begun excavating the Palisades Tunnel in New Jersey as part of the Hudson Tunnel Project.
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Meeting America’s Growing Demand for Rail
Peter Basile at ABB examines the gap between the rising demand for rail and the pace of network expansion across the US.
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Alstom to Accelerate Rail Mobility Solutions with Launch of US Innovation Station
Alstom has announced the launch of its first-ever Innovation Station in the United States, which will be located in Pittsburgh.
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California High-Speed Rail Project Reaches 66 Completed Structures
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has completed 66 structures along the first 119 miles of construction in the Central Valley.
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Alstom Showcases Rail and Transit Technologies at APTA EXPO
Alstom is showcasing a range of rail technologies and North American transit projects at APTA EXPO 2026 in Chicago.
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Austin Light Rail Vehicle Programme Moves Into Preliminary Design
The vehicle programme for Austin’s light rail system is moving into preliminary design work, with Stadler selected to supply the fleet.
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Stadler and Metra Present Battery-Electric FLIRT Train at APTA EXPO
Stadler and Metra have presented a battery-electric FLIRT train developed for the North American market at APTA EXPO 2026.
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APTA 2026 TRANSform & EXPO Opens in Chicago
APTA has opened its 2026 TRANSform Conference & EXPO in Chicago, with a focus on next-generation fleets and the infrastructure.
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New Law Gives California High-Speed Rail Right-of-Way Powers
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation giving the California High-Speed Rail Authority new powers within its rights-of-way.
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US: Brightline Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection
Brightline has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, as the Florida passenger rail operator seeks to restructure its debt.
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California High Speed Rail Leads US Rail Push at InnoTrans 2026
California High-Speed Rail outlines US rail opportunities at InnoTrans 2026, highlighting its investment in European technology.
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MTA Advances Final Construction Contract for Second Avenue Subway Phase 2
New York's MTA has issued an RFQ for the final construction contract for Phase 2 of the City's Second Avenue Subway extension.
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Stadler to Provide Long-Term Service Support for Austin CapMetro Fleet
A new agreement will see Stadler provide technical support and spare parts sourcing advisory services for CapMetro's fleet in Austin.