Bells & Whistles—Is high-speed rail back on in Texas after critical court victory?
The top news stories RT&S was covering the week ending July 1.
Safety
U.S. DOT announces over $573 million in funding for new grade crossing elimination program
The U.S. Department of Transportation issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) announcing more than $573 million in available grant funding this year alone for the Railroad Crossing Elimination Program.
Farmers asked railroad to take care of brush and other items before fatal Amtrak accident in Mo.
Taking care of overgrown vegetation might have helped the driver of a dump truck safely cross railroad tracks in Chariton County, Mo.
BART derailment blamed on heat
A BART train derailed Tuesday afternoon, June 21 at about 5:30 p.m.
June editorial: A high-voltage jolt to the system
The rapid-fire vibration through my thumbnail triggered my panic reflex. I knew within seconds I had to abort.
New technology informs trains about earthquake tremors before they can do damage
California’s Metrolink will use a technology to help notify train operators of earthquake tremors before any serious damage occurs on rail lines.
CN signal, communication workers ready to strike
Canadian National is at risk of losing its signal and communication people if neither side can agree to avert a strike.
Bells & Whistles—NTSB determines cause of Tempe train derailment
The top news stories of the week.
June issue of RT&S is now online
The June issue of RT&S features the 2022 RT&S Top Projects list as well as a product overview on grade crossings.
Alberta’s grade crossing network waving a red flag
There are plenty of flashing lights when it comes to Alberta’s railroad grade crossings.