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Stuck bridges, buckling roads − extreme heat is wreaking havoc on America’s aging infrastructure

Summer 2024’s record heat is creating problems for transportation infrastructure, from roads to rails.

The Conversation

Lawsuit says Norfolk Southern's freight trains cause chronic delays for Amtrak

The federal government alleges in a lawsuit against Norfolk Southern that the railroad has been causing chronic delays for Amtrak between New York and New Orleans by forcing the passenger trains to wait while its massive freight trains pass

The Independent UK

Justice Department Files Lawsuit Against Norfolk Southern For Train Delays

Legal actions against Norfolk Southern for delaying Amtrak trains and hazardous chemical release in East Palestine.

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Texas is once more flirting with expanding passenger rail

The state’s booming population, congestion problems and billions of federal dollars on the table have officials eyeing ways to boost passenger rail.

The Texas Tribune

Amtrak service from New York City to Boston suspended for the day

Amtrak service between New York and Boston has been suspended for the rest of the day

The Independent UK

Amtrak trains suspended from Philadelphia to New Haven by circuit breaker malfunction

Amtrak trains have been temporarily suspended from Philadelphia to New Haven, Connecticut, by a circuit breaker malfunction

The Independent UK

‘The time is right’ for US to catch up on high-speed rail, says British Amtrak exec

With half a dozen US rail projects in the works, Andy Byford thinks Americans will soon clamor for 200mph train lines

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Reason

Why can’t America have high speed rail? Because our investment is a ‘rounding error’ compared with Europe's, says Amtrak’s CEO

Even with billions in infrastructure funding, America’s rail investment is just a tenth of what some countries spend per capita.

Fortune

Amtrak Resumes Normal Speeds After New Jersey Earthquake

Amtrak swiftly responded to an earthquake in New Jersey, ensuring safety and resuming normal operations after thorough inspections.

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JFK And Newark Airports On Full Ground Stops After Earthquake

Following an earthquake that struck the northeast on Friday, both John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City and Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey have been placed on full ground stops. A ground stop is an order that slows or halts the flow of aircraft at a…

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Recent Bridge Collapses Highlight Vessel Hit Dangers

Learn about recent bridge collapses due to vessel hits and the importance of enhanced safety measures to prevent future tragedies.

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Amtrak Expanding East Coast Rail Service Under Biden Administration

Amtrak's East Coast rail service enhancement aims to offer convenient, sustainable travel options for passengers.

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Man Cancels Reservation After He Ends Up In The Hospital, Receives “Gross” DM From Restaurant

A celebrity chef's social media spat over cancellation fee went viral, stirring up a storm of backlash. The post Man Cancels Reservation After He Ends Up In The Hospital, Receives “Gross” DM From Restaurant first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Chicago Sun-Times

From new skyscrapers to Union Station redesign plans, 2024 will be a busy year for architecture

Bally’s planned casino and the fate of the Century and Consumers buildings are among the five architectural projects worth watching as this new year progresses.

Chicago Sun-Times

Amtrak looking for input on Union Station concourse redesign

The passenger rail service is seeking public feedback on how to improve services in Chicago. In December, Union Station was awarded $93 million for upgrades.

Chicago Sun-Times

Train yourself to hop aboard Amtrak for long-distance travel

Americans who choose Amtrak are funding a climate-friendly mode of travel free of the hassles of airplane and car travel.

Reason

Do Not Under Any Circumstances Nationalize Greyhound

Private, for-profit intercity bus services are a remarkable example of free market transportation. Socialists naturally want to shut it all down.

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The Guardian - US

Christmastime can be a sad reminder that many towns in the US are left behind

The trains and buses that once connected my childhood hometown to the larger US have long since disappeared

Chicago Sun-Times

Ed Burke ‘had his hand out for money.’ Powerful politician convicted of extortion, bribery in historic verdict

A jury of nine women and three men heard from 38 witnesses over 16 days of testimony as prosecutors made their case that Burke was “a bribe taker” and “an extortionist.”

Reason

This Company Is Running a High-Speed Train in Florida—Without Subsidies

Brightline is the first privately funded intercity rail line in the U.S. in over 100 years.

USAFacts

Is flying safer than driving?

There have been effectively zero deaths per 100 million passenger miles traveled by air in the US each year from 2002 to 2020.

Chicago Sun-Times

So long, Solis? Defense rests in Burke trial after briefly questioning ‘hostile’ witness, FBI mole Danny Solis

Burke’s defense attorneys made good on their promise to call Solis to testify, forcing him out into the open nearly five years after the Chicago Sun-Times revealed his cooperation with the feds in January 2019.

Chicago Sun-Times

100 secret recordings, 36 witnesses later, feds winding up case against Burke — but will defense call Solis as ‘hostile’ witness?

Burke’s defense team has promised to summon former Ald. Danny Solis to the witness stand — finally giving Burke the chance to confront the man who famously turned on him while wearing an FBI wire.

Roll Call

High-speed routes biggest winners in latest rail funding round - Roll Call

The White House Friday announced $8.2 billion for passenger rail across the country, including more than $6 billion for high-speed projects.

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