Watch: Time lapse of bridge move on LIRR Expansion Project

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Construction & Development recently pushed the second of two railroad bridges into place on Willis Avenue under the main line.

Could an infrastructure bill be signed into law before the August recess?

The Senate could be voting on its version of a historical infrastructure bill as early as this week, which means there is a chance it could become law by the August recess.

SFMTA completes Segment A of L Taraval improvement project

SFMTA has been working on the railroad.

Gateway projects

Threats by N.Y. Gov. Cuomo still putting worry into Gateway Project deadline

With backing from the White House and the Transportation Secretary, one would think the Gateway Project is finally ready for takeoff. However, there is another source delaying the countdown.

N.Y. town wants CSX to take the threat of flooding more seriously

A CSX railroad bridge over Sauquoit Creek in Whitesboro, N.Y., is a gathering place for the wrong kind.

Watch: Drone footage of California high-speed rail construction progress

Below is a look at drone footage of progress made on the Peterson Road structure, which is part of the California high-speed rail project.

July Editorial: The safe bet for rail? It’s not $1 trillion

I was having dinner with my best friend when I realized I have never seen what was inside of his safe.

DART Silver Line suffers another setback

DART is not hitting the mark when it comes to the Silver Line. Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) announced another delay to the light-rail route that has been in the works since 1990.

Light-rail project that represents a ‘turning point’ begins in L.A.

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) has begun construction on the $898.6 million Airport Metro Connector Project that will directly connect the county’s transit system to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), providing a reliable, fast and convenient connection for passengers and airport-area employees.

Hurontario LRT project moving forward in Port Credit

Metrolinx GO is working on a major light rail project in and near Port Credit, Ontario.

Rail installation nearly complete on Eglinton Crosstown LRT project

The Eglinton Crosstown light-rail transit (LRT) project has seen significant completion of the rail needed across the line.

Netflix refuses to binge post; Metrolinx tells content provider to back off regarding Eglinton Crosstown project

So is this Netflix and battle? The streaming giant recently went after the Eglinton Crosstown LRT project in Toronto.

Heaven sent from Washington? Sound Transit receives key funding for two projects

Sound Transit will be receiving some much needed federal funding for the Lynnwood Link and Federal Way Extension light-rail projects.

FRA

Canadian community devastated by wildfire – CN and CP offer support

A Canadian community, Canadian Pacific and Canadian National are dealing with a mess.

Metra to temporarily close West Hinsdale station for grade crossing replacement

Metra is replacing a grade crossing on the BNSF line.

Bells & Whistles—House passes infrastructure bill to put pressure on the Senate

Transportation Secretary says it is time for Gateway Project work, but N.Y. Gov. Cuomo says there are other needs BNSF moves forward with plans to demolish rail bridge over Skagit River House

RT&S July issue is now available online and features first-ever Women in Railroad Engineering list

The July issue of RT&S features the first-ever RT&S Women in Railroad Engineering list.

Rail bridge pushed into place on LIRR Expansion Project

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Construction & Development recently pushed the first of two bridges into place on Willis Avenue under the Oyster Bay branch.

House passes infrastructure bill and shows love for rail construction and development

The House created some timely celebratory fireworks right before the July 4 weekend by passing a $760 billion transportation and water bill on July 1.

Denver RTD

House bill includes money RTD urgently needs for track upgrades

The U.S. House of Representatives voted July 1 to approve a massive infrastructure bill that includes, among other things, nearly $20 million for three critical transportation projects in the downtown Denver area.

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