Coaster commuter service currently suspended between Oceanside and San Diego

Beginning this past Saturday and continuing through tomorrow, Coaster has suspended service between Oceanside and San Diego for emergency Del Mar Bluff repairs.

Watch: Cog railway clears snow on track with new rotary plow

The Broadmoor Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog Railway (MPPR) new rotary snow plow, Unit 30, was clearing snow for the rebuilt cog railway for the first time on April 9.

MTA’s next-generation signaling system is no match for COVID-19; delays push back completion dates

One day when the world is ready to get closer, Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) trains will be, too.

Commission cites ongoing safety issues at WMATA

Continuing safety issues are front and center at Washington Metro.

Rail Group On Air: Shift5 with Josh Lospinoso, Michael Weigand, and Gil Lamphere

Shift5’s mission is to make the world’s fleets smarter and safer. Shift5 is a product company that deploys hardware and software onto civilian and military platforms—from rail and aircraft to maritime, space, and weapons systems.

Edmonton decides to go with overpass to deal with rail traffic on 50 Street

The city of Edmonton has unveiled the design for an overpass to help deal with rail traffic on 50 Street.

Rail Group On Air: Deuta America and safety human interfaces for train control

PTC has made much progress at reducing railroad operational risks, but optimizing safety and efficiency never stops.

NTSB no longer looking for PTC

When one hears the name “most wanted list,” thoughts immediately go to the FBI’s most wanted list that hangs in every U.S. post office.

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NTSB issues preliminary report on investigation of railway employee fatality

On March 3 of this year, a BNSF conductor died in a La Mirada, California rail yard accident.

‘Inherently dangerous’ Illinois railroad crossing could be wiped out soon

When federal transportation officials call a railroad crossing “inherently dangerous,” a town or city should take note.

CSX train derails near Nashville

A CSX train derailed in the wee hours of this past Saturday near Madison, Tenn., northeast of Nashville.

MTA trains have more zip thanks to signal upgrade

More Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) subway trains are on schedule, and that has to do with a massive effort to replace train signals.

LILEE Systems announces SafeRail, the first Hi-Rail Collision Avoidance System on the market

Yesterday, LILEE Systems announced the release of SafeRail, the first complete Hi-Rail Collision Avoidance System, which the company says is setting a new standard in rail safety.

Washington Metro puts workers in danger during re-powering maneuver to speed up process

The Washington Metrorail Safety Commission is calling out the Washington Metro once again.

Muni experts troubleshoot obsolete control system to keep trains running

Ed. Note: This article recently appeared on the MUNI website, and we thought it would be of interest to our readers. DCL

FY20 CRISI Grant for education and training to benefit all short line railroads

The Iowa Northern Railway Company (IANR) has entered the final planning phase for the development of a comprehensive safety education and training program for short line railroads, supported by a FY20 Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Program (CRISI) grant.

Short Line Safety Institute offers Transportation Emergency Response Plan

The Short Line Safety Institute (SLSI) today unveiled a new offering, the development and documentation of a Transportation Emergency Response Plan (TERP) for short line railroads.

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Proposed train yard project in Calif. described as a ‘nuisance’ by one resident

Residents of San Luis Obispo, Calif., are not happy about a proposed train yard project, with one calling it a “nuisance” on social media.

CP suffers mainline derailment yesterday; operations restored this morning

A CP freight train derailed yesterday in Plymouth, Minn., northwest of Minneapolis.

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BNSF employee killed in rail operation

A BNSF employee was killed in the early morning hours of March 3 after becoming caught between two trains and crushed.

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