Metra Board approves 2022 budget
The Metra Board of Directors last week approved a 2022 operating budget of $900 million and a 2022 capital program of nearly $261 million.
FTA outlines how historic spending level will play out for transit infrastructure
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal is the largest investment in American infrastructure in generations, and marks an inflection point for American transit.
New railroad bridge in Findlay, Ohio, will improve flood elevation
A river trouble spot will be more abiding in the near future.
Chicago leaders celebrate completion of the Metra/Canadian Pacific crossover upgrades project
Chicago leaders got together on Nov. 16 to celebrate the completion of a major milestone for the CREATE project.
Final environmental impact report for project to add Metrolink service to Antelope Valley Line now available
The final report on the environmental impact of the project to add Metrolink service to the Antelope Valley Line is now available. Below is the press release from LA Metro on the report.
RT&S encourages those in MoW sector to take state of the industry survey
Railway Track & Structures magazine is currently conducting a survey on the performance of the Maintenance-of-Way industry.
Sherif Hanna, P.E., joins STV as vice president, engineering director for tunneling and geotechnical engineering
Sherif Hanna, P.E., has joined STV as a vice president and engineering director for the firm’s tunneling and geotechnical engineering practice.
Despite sinkhole, BNSF will not have to stop freight service through Burlington, Iowa
The city of Burlington, Iowa, made an emergency declaration on Nov. 15 when a sinkhole was discovered under BNSF railroad tracks.
Kemp, Georgia Ports mark Mega Rail milestone
Governor Brian P. Kemp last week announced that the Georgia Ports Authority has completed and is now operating the second set of nine new rail tracks for a total of 18 tracks at its Mason Mega Rail Terminal.
Heavy rain, mudslides cover tracks at Port of Vancouver, derail train
The supply chain has been choked for months, and a long drink of water is the last thing it needs.
Rail projects are in high gear in L.A. County, but will the momentum continue?
Some are now calling Los Angeles County the rail construction hub of the U.S.
MTA announces signal upgrades, critical track repairs on F and G lines
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced a series of subway service changes for November and December on the F and G lines in Brooklyn.
Metrolinx provides update on fall reforestation work in advance of GO Expansion construction
Metrolinx is sowing the seeds of future transit expansion. The transit agency is planting thousands of trees and shrubs in advance of major construction for GO Expansion. Get an update on the tree planting and check out photos of saplings going into the dirt.
Final chapter? MTA hopes infrastructure bill will finally complete Second Avenue subway extension
So much has happened since the Second Avenue subway extension in New York City first received funding one could write a book.
How the Hurontario LRT team keeps night work noise to a minimum
When it comes to one of Peel Region’s busiest streets, construction for the Hurontario light rail transit (LRT) project is a balancing act. Night construction can be disruptive to neighbours, and daytime construction can impact traffic flow. Find out how the Hurontario LRT team makes it work.
Bells & Whistles—Some details released on fatal rail bridge accident
Is the ‘Impossible Railroad’ project simply too impossible? Union Pacific releases information on accident that killed worker in Texas HART now knows how it will fix problem, but still lacks the fixers
Denver’s RTD will give N Line tracks a lift to smooth out the ride
Riders of modern commuter trains and light-rail vehicles are used to smooth, comfortable rides that make their journey a pleasant one. Denver’s RTD will be working for the next month to ensure that riders on their N Line continue to enjoy a smooth trip.
November editorial: NCTD finds itself fenced in
Little feet are better for climbing.
November NRC column: My heroes have always been railroaders
No one advances in their career without some inspiration and help from others along the way.
Ottawa rejects judicial inquiry of Confederation Line, but province may conduct one anyway
The Ottawa city council has rejected a judicial inquiry involving the Confederation Line, but a judge may still get involved nonetheless.