Incident involved a truck stuck on the tracks; crossing at Westbrook Avenue is closed. UNION CITY, Ga. — Two people were injured Wednesday morning after a train collided with a truck in Union City. The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. at the Westbrook Avenue and Watson Street rail crossing, according to Fulton County officials. Authorities … Read more
The $3.18 billion project to bring Metro-North service to Penn Station is now slated for 2030 completion, not 2027. NEW YORK — The MTA announced this week that its massive Penn Station Access project will be delayed by three years, pushing the anticipated completion date from 2027 to 2030. Agency officials placed the blame for … Read more
The Rail Passengers Association warns a prolonged shutdown could disrupt Thanksgiving service as federal safety inspectors remain furloughed. WASHINGTON — The Rail Passengers Association (RPA) warned this week that a prolonged U.S. government shutdown threatens to disrupt Amtrak service nationwide, creating a significant risk for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday travel period. While Amtrak operations remain … Read more
On May 22, 2025, New York Governor Kathy Hochul convened a meeting with Amtrak and Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) officials to address concerns regarding the impending closure of one of the East River Tunnel tubes for rehabilitation. The meeting resulted in Amtrak agreeing to several measures aimed at minimizing disruptions for commuters during the construction … Read more
DOVER, DE — Delaware Governor John Carney has unveiled a 45 million funding proposal to preserve SEPTA Regional Rail service into the state, aiming to avert a potential shutdown of the critical Wilmington/Newark Line as the transit agency faces a aiming to avert a potential shutdown of the critical Wilmington/Newark Line as the transit agency faces a … Read more
St. Paul, MN – May 21, 2025 – Amtrak’s Borealis train service, connecting the vibrant Twin Cities with the bustling metropolis of Chicago, is proudly marking its one-year anniversary today. Launched to significant anticipation, the daily route has not only met but impressively surpassed ridership expectations, solidifying its role as a vital and popular transportation … Read more
WASHINGTON D.C. – National passenger railroad Amtrak is reportedly in discussions with Elon Musk’s tunneling enterprise, The Boring Company, regarding potential involvement in the multi-billion dollar Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program in Baltimore. The move signals Amtrak’s and federal officials’ efforts to find solutions for the project’s escalating costs and timeline challenges on the vital Northeast … Read more
LANCASTER, Pa. – Amtrak is making significant progress on a series of critical improvements and repairs at the historic Lancaster Station (LNC), aimed at enhancing safety, efficiency, and the overall customer experience. These vital upgrades are being carried out in coordination with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). The project encompasses a range of key … Read more
