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SANDAG set to replace 100+-year-old bridge as double-tracking project continues

The San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) will use $8 million in federal funding to replace a timber bridge that was built back in 1917.

SEPTA announces upgrades to Fox Chase Regional Rail Line

SEPTA will begin a month-long project to enhance Regional Rail infrastructure as part of the Fox Chase Improvement Program.

R.J. Corman will invest in its Central Kentucky Lines

R.J. Corman Railroad Co. was awarded a Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) grant by the U.S. DOT that will benefit the company’s Central Kentucky Lines.

Alberta’s grade crossing network waving a red flag

There are plenty of flashing lights when it comes to Alberta’s railroad grade crossings.

NCTD, Coastal Commission far from being partners when it comes to Del Mar bluff work

It doesn’t look like the North County Transit District is interested in a trade. However, the agency might be the odd man out in what appears to be a two-way deal.

Amtrak advances Northeast Corridor improvements

Amtrak is making necessary infrastructure improvements between Washington D.C. and New York as part of a larger effort to improve the railroad, bring it to a state of good repair and to enhance the overall customer experience.

Bells & Whistles—Metrolinx contractor used push box during rail construction

The top news stories RT&S was following the week ending June 3.

Canadian National train collides with hot air balloon

While a subject like this is not within our normal purview of coverage, the unusual nature of it is worth reporting.

Watch: L.A. Metro breaks ground on new rail bridge in Santa Fe Springs to enhance safety and improve traffic flow

Metro announced that it has broken ground on a project that will finally build a bridge for freight and passenger trains over the busy intersection of Rosecrans and Marquardt avenues in Santa Fe Springs.

While parts for safety system sit in Germany, FTA’s safety probe of MBTA’s safety management continues; another accident on June 1

While investigators are on-site trying to figure out what caused a crash on the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s Green Line on June 1, the company behind the installation of a new safety package was explaining why parts are thousands of miles away in Germany.

Watch: Bridge Approach, Ep. 1—A close-up look at the U.S. rail bridge

In this first episode of Bridge Approach, RT&S Media Editor-in-Chief Bill Wilson takes a look at a rail bridge in South Elgin, Ill.

Brightline’s Tampa rail line receives a burst of funding

Florida officials announced that the central Florida region has received a grant award of up to $15,875,000 in federal funding from the U.S. DOT’s Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Grant Program.

Kansas, Indiana soak up CRISI money for critical rail improvements

States continue to announce the arrival of federal money for railroad track upgrades.

Maryland’s Purple Line project is getting ready to make more noise

The long pause is going to be followed up by a constant press of the play button.

Ottawa committee changes design to Stage 3 LRT project to avoid townhome demo

Ottawa’s Stage 3 light rail transit project is not even out of the box yet and it is already increasing in value.

With Pittsburgh approval, Norfolk Southern is a go for double-stacking bridge modifications

The main piece of a settlement between the city of Pittsburgh and Norfolk Southern now must be approved by the city council, and that could come as early as May 31.

Bells & Whistles—Residents want Metra, tracks to keep a safer distance

The top news stories RT&S reported on the week ending May 27.

Connecticut announces arrival of electric trains on Shore Line East

Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont announced that effective Tuesday, May 24, 2022, electric trains will begin running on Shore Line East (SLE).

Short lines to benefit from round of federal grants

A bundle of Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) awards have been announced to help short line companies maintain their lines.

Ottawa commission playing the numbers game during light rail investigation

One million down to 10,000 down to a number of critical answers.

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