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The Transcontinental Chief will connect New York and Los Angeles in under 72 hours, offering high-speed travel, freight service, and nationwide accessibility by 2026.

10.01.2026

Amtrak Rejects AmeriStarRail’s “Transcontinental Chief” Proposal: What It Means And What Comes Next

U.S. Senator Introduces Transit Safety Accountability Bill

10.01.2026

Federal-State Partnership grant funding at stake in FY26

Oxford Amtrak Cardinal stop: platform plan, funding, timing

09.01.2026

Oxford Amtrak Cardinal stop plan moves toward 2027 launch

Amtrak Unveils Major App Upgrade Driven by Customer Insights

30.03.2025

Amtrak Expands Services and Boosts Ridership Across the Midwest

Amtrak ridership has increased significantly across Minnesota and North Dakota since 2021. Passenger numbers surged due to new routes, improved infrastructure, and growing demand for rail travel.
Amtrak has restored its Borealis service between St. Paul and Chicago after addressing passenger car corrosion. Routine inspections had revealed significant damage, prompting immediate action to ensure traveler safety.

30.03.2025

Amtrak Restores Borealis Service After Addressing Corrosion Concerns

Amtrak Resumes Borealis Service After Temporary Suspension. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Amtrak announced a passenger with measles traveled from New York City to Washington, D.C. The transit agency confirmed this incident on Wednesday, alerting customers quickly.

30.03.2025

Amtrak Reports Measles Case on Train from NYC to D.C.

Amtrak announced a passenger with measles traveled from New York City to Washington, D. C.
Authorities charged Mark Snedden, 69, with conspiracy in the Amtrak fraud case. The U.S. Attorney’s Office targets his misconduct on March 28

30.03.2025

Contractor Charged in Amtrak Fraud Case Over $2M Scheme

Authorities charged Mark Snedden, 69, with conspiracy in the Amtrak fraud case. The U.
The N.C. Department of Transportation launches NC By Train Rockingham for NASCAR’s return. This special service runs from Raleigh to Rockingham Speedway on April 19.

29.03.2025

NC By Train Rockingham: Special Ride to NASCAR’s Return

The N. C.
Amtrak Cascades suspension disrupts travel, leaving one train operational daily. Corrosion sidelines 70 Horizon-class railcars for urgent fixes now.

29.03.2025

Amtrak Cascades Suspension Disrupts Northwest Rail Travel

Amtrak Cascades Service Halts Amid Corrosion Emergency. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

28.03.2025

Amtrak Airo Trains Set to Debut with Modern Upgrades in 2026

Amtrak Unveils Modern Airo Trains with Panoramic Windows for 2026 Debut. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
CSX Transportation launches the Downeaster railroad upgrade to enhance 124 miles of tracks. Crews will begin replacing 130,000 railroad ties on April 1 across Massachusetts to Brunswick.

28.03.2025

Downeaster Railroad Upgrade Enhances Route Efficiency

CSX Transportation launches the Downeaster railroad upgrade to enhance 124 miles of tracks. Crews will begin replacing 130,000 railroad ties on April 1 across Massachusetts to Brunswick.
Amtrak Unveils Service Cuts to Cascades and Borealis Amid Corrosion Issues

28.03.2025

Amtrak Service Cuts Hit Cascades and Borealis Over Corrosion

Amtrak Unveils Service Cuts to Cascades and Borealis Amid Corrosion Issues. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Amtrak announces the Amtrak Cascades service reduction, cutting trains to one daily set. This impacts 18 stops from Eugene, Oregon, to Vancouver, British Columbia.

27.03.2025

Amtrak Cascades Service Reduction Disrupts Pacific Northwest Travel

Amtrak Suspends Most Cascades Railcars Due to Corrosion Issues. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Amtrak to receive $ 1.69 billion in COVID-19 relief

24.03.2025

Amtrak Privatization Debate: ALLRAIL Challenges U.S. Rail Stance

The Alliance of Passenger Rail New Entrants fiercely fuels the Amtrak privatization debate. Representing Europe’s rail operators, ALLRAIL slams Amtrak’s selective white paper claims.
Lunatrain launches overnight rail travel, connecting major US cities affordably. Founder Mike Avena enhances Amtrak’s network with this innovative service.

24.03.2025

Overnight Rail Travel Boosts US City Connections

Lunatrain launches overnight rail travel, connecting major US cities affordably. Founder Mike Avena enhances Amtrak’s network with this innovative service.