Major segment of LAX people mover now complete

Work to construct the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) automated people mover (APM) train guideway superstructure over Century Boulevard is now complete, further transforming the airport’s skyline as its modernization continues.

Bells & Whistles—Canada toughens up on track inspections

The top news stories of the week.

Watch: 2021 highlights of high-speed rail construction in California

The California High-Speed Rail Authority is recognizing a year of progress and partnership, with a new 30-minute 2021 Year in Review special.

Rail Group On Air: Battling the wildfires of summer

RT&S Editor-in-Chief Bill Wilson talks with the Arizona Eastern Railway about the destruction and rebuilding of the Gila River railroad bridge in Arizona.

MTA extends signal modernization

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced that the MTA Board approved the first of three contract awards that will extend signal modernization along the Queens Boulevard Line east of Kew Gardens-Union Turnpike station with Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC).

Nothing until 2023? Amtrak says new construction efforts will take some time

Those hoping to see rail projects bustling in 2022 as a result from the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill need to set their sights on 2023.

Amtrak, MTA join forces on mega rail infrastructure deal

Now that the deal has been signed, the dealings begin.

Editorial: ‘Impossible Line’ is just too impossible

A timeline should not give a pair of scissors the attention.

Maryland lawmakers could override governor veto to help businesses impacted by Purple Line

Small businesses impacted by Purple Line light-rail construction in Maryland might be receiving some relief soon.

Bells & Whistles—Dispute with town could force LIRR to build temp bridge

The top news stories RT&S was following this week.

Utility pole placement could result in an unexpected temporary rail bridge on LIRR project

The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) was not planning on this first with its Third Track Expansion Project.

Project Connect may close Austin’s Drag to car/bus traffic

The Drag in Austin, Texas, might be a strip for just light-rail cars to show off their speed.

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Illinois officials vow to hold BNSF responsible for flooding

Cicero and Cook County, Ill., officials want BNSF to be held accountable for flooding problems for residents as a result of concrete resurfacing of the Class 1’s properties.

Less than a month to nominate your rail bridge project for IBC award

The International Bridge Conference will once again honor a railroad bridge project during its awards night, which will happen during the conference June 17-20, 2022, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pa.

Read the December digital issue of RT&S

The December issue of RT&S features a story on how some railroads fought wildfires this past summer.

Altamont Corridor Express extension in Calif. receives second environmental clearance

The Altamont Corridor Express (ACE) extension project in California just received a significant stamp of approval.

Public will have a say on Sepulveda Transit Corridor Project alternatives

The public will have the opportunity to comment on the six alternatives for L.A. Metro’s Sepulveda Transit Corridor Project.

Critical CN line officially re-opened, but damage might already be done to grain market

A vital Canadian National line in southern British Columbia is officially back on the grid.

Everett officials outline their priorities for Sound Transit extension

City of Everett, Wash., officials are getting ready to submit a letter to Sound Transit outlining their concerns and priorities for an extension of light rail from Lynnwood to downtown Everett.

Governors asking for federal partnership with new infrastructure money

As Governors make plans to deploy new federal dollars to improve infrastructure in their states and territories, the National Governors Association (NGA) hosted five governors, federal officials and private-sector partners for an Infrastructure Summit to explore best practices and spotlight gubernatorial leadership on the issue.



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