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Looming Subsidy Cuts Threaten to Sever Vital Amtrak Connection Between Oklahoma and Texas

26.04.2026

Looming Subsidy Cuts Threaten to Sever Vital Amtrak Connection Between Oklahoma and Texas

The Heartland Flyer shutdown threat centers on an Amtrak service. It links Oklahoma City and Fort Worth.
Major Train Cancellations Hit Northeast Corridor Following Immediate Track Power Shutdown

26.04.2026

Major Train Cancellations Hit Northeast Corridor Following Immediate Track Power Shutdown

Cranston bridge debris on tracks disrupted service Friday night. Amtrak halted New York City–Boston trains and cancelled several trips.
$2.3 Billion Long Bridge Project Advances as Amtrak Virginia Shatters Ridership Records

26.04.2026

$2.3 Billion Long Bridge Project Advances as Amtrak Virginia Shatters Ridership Records

Amtrak Virginia ridership reached a record level in 2025. Nearly 1.
NextGen Acela will begin operating in the Northeast Corridor on August 28, 2025, delivering speeds up to 260 km/h and a new level of comfort for Amtrak passengers between Boston and Washington

24.04.2026

Amtrak Takes Metro-North to Federal Court Over Halted Train Operations

Amtrak sues Metro-North Railroad in federal court. It accuses the MTA commuter operator of blocking access on Metro-North territory.
Amtrak Downeaster survey seeks feedback on service

23.04.2026

Amtrak Downeaster survey seeks feedback on service

The Amtrak Downeaster survey invites passengers and the broader public to share feedback. It uses an online questionnaire and two open houses.
Discover Amtrak Auto Train schedules, costs, and amenities. Learn about routes, onboard services, and tips to make your journey from Florida to Virginia more enjoyable.

21.04.2026

Amtrak suspends Florida routes as wildfires strand passengers

Amtrak Florida wildfire disruption forced service suspensions on several routes this week. The disruption came as brush fires burned near the tracks in central Florida.
Florida wildfire turns Amtrak train back to Miami

21.04.2026

Amtrak passengers stranded as Florida wildfire forces return

Florida wildfire strands Amtrak passengers in northern Florida. A train to New York City was forced to turn back.
Amtrak Mardi Gras line: Gulf Coast winter train trip

18.04.2026

Amtrak Mardi Gras Service nears 100,000th customer

Amtrak Mardi Gras Service is nearing another milestone less than a year after its launch. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Long Bridge Project service changes for Amtrak and VRE

18.04.2026

Amtrak data breach enters HIBP after leak claim

The Amtrak data breach is drawing renewed attention. A new entry in the Have I Been Pwned database followed the public leak claim.
Amtrak OIG says data gaps hinder backlog cuts

16.04.2026

Amtrak OIG report details $47 billion repair backlog

State of good repair backlog issues remain central to a new Amtrak OIG report. The report says Amtrak has made focused progress since 2016.
Amtrak orders 800+ railcars for 14 long-distance routes

15.04.2026

Amtrak orders 800+ railcars for long-distance routes

Amtrak long-distance fleet replacement has moved into procurement. The railroad says it is the largest such program in that fleet’s history.
Schumer, Ryan press FRA over Rhinecliff station delay

15.04.2026

Rhinecliff station renovation stalled amid federal review

The Rhinecliff station renovation project is still stalled. On Tuesday, U.