Latest United States News
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Amtrak Partners with Private Sector on Major Rail Infrastructure Investments
Amtrak is collaborating with private sector partners on plans to invest in large-scale infrastructure projects across the United States.
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US: New Line Proposed Between Ronkonkoma Station and ISP
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a $150 million investment for the connection of the LIRR's Ronkonkoma Station to MacArthur Airport.
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Union Pacific Transfers Commuter Rail Services to Metra
Union Pacific is transferring commuter rail services to Metra for the Union Pacific North, Northwest, and West Lines in the Chicago area.
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MBTA's South Coast Rail Service to Begin on 24 March
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has announced that the South Coast Rail passenger service will commence on 24 March.
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Procurement Begins for Austin Light Rail Phase 1 Final Design and Construction
Austin Transit Partnership has commenced the procurement process for the final design and construction contract for Austin Light Rail Phase …
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Will the LA 2028 Olympics Shift the City’s Car-Centric Culture?
Could the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games serve as a catalyst for a permanent shift away from car dependency in LA?
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Contract Awarded for Manhattan Tunnel Project
The Gateway Development Commission has awarded the contract for the Manhattan Tunnel Project and approved the start of construction.
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MARTA Unveils New CQ400 Railcars for Atlanta
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority recently unveiled its new fleet of CQ400 Railcars at its State of MARTA event.
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Amtrak Announces Valentine's Day Companion Flash Sale
Amtrak has announced a flash sale on Roomette ticket fares ahead of Valentine's Day, allowing travellers to bring a companion for free.
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US: MBTA Completes Work on ATC on All Northside Commuter Lines
The MBTA has completed the final stages of the implementation of Automatic Train Control (ATC) on all of its northside Commuter Rail lines.
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Caltrain’s Electric Fleet Exceeds Efficiency Expectations
At its monthly Board of Directors meeting, Caltrain reported that its new electric trains are exceeding efficiency expectations.
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California High-Speed Rail Contributes Billions in Economic Activity
The California High-Speed Rail Authority’s 2024 Economic Impact Report suggests the project has generated nearly 22 billion USD.
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US: Metra Explores Financing to Address Ageing Bridges
Metra is exploring financing options to address the urgent need to replace its ageing bridge infrastructure in the Chicago metropolitan area…
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Amtrak Launches Northeast Winter Sale with Up to 30% Off Fares
Amtrak has announced its Northeast Winter Sale, offering discounts of up to 30% off on select rail routes.
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TriMet Introduces New Type 6 MAX Trains in Portland
Two of TriMet’s newest Type 6 MAX trains, manufactured by Siemens Mobility, have entered regular service in Portland, Oregon.
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Amtrak Publishes Advisories Ahead of Presidential Inauguration
Amtrak has published a list of advisories for passengers looking to attend Donald Trump's inauguration on 20 January.
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US: DART Silver Line Targeted to Open Late 2025
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is nearing completion on its Silver Line project, a 26-mile rail service from East Plano to DFW Airport.
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US: FTA Grants Nearly $2 Billion for Chicago Red Line Extension
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a 1.97 billion USD grant to fund the extension of the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Red Line…
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California State Rail Plan Proposes $307 Billion Investment
Caltrans has unveiled the 2024 California State Rail Plan, outlining a transformative vision for the state's rail network by 2050.
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Austin Transit Partnership Announces Progress on Austin Light Rail
Austin Transit Partnership has announced significant progress on the Austin Light Rail project and will now host a series of public meetings…
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US: FRA Announces $1.1 Billion in Grants for 123 Rail Projects
The US DOT FRA has announced over $1.1 billion in funding as part of its Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program.
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Amtrak Begins USA Rail Pass Flash Sale
Amtrak has announced a sale on its ten-ride USA Rail Pass from 10–17 January 2025.
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Gulf Coast Rail Receives $21 Million in Grants
The Federal Railroad Administration has announced a funding grant of over 21 million USD for Gulf Coast Rail.
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US: Brightline Reflects on Key Milestones of 2024
Brightline has celebrated its 2024 achievements, connecting communities across Florida and advancing rail infrastructure in the US.