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KC Streetcar #814 arrives in Kansas City. Also, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and Bay Area transit agencies debut new transit maps and signs; the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s…

Alstom workers in Plattsburgh, N.Y., voted to join International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM). Also, California’s Caltrain will move its headquarters to Millbrae; and Washington Metropolitan Area Transit…

The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) on Dec. 5 announced that Matthew Delaney has been hired as Government and Public Affairs Manager to focus on the organization’s passenger rail initiative.

Following an assessment of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s (WMATA) pilot program, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), in a report to congressional committees, recommended three actions that the…

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) advances the Southeast Gateway Line project and selects AtkinsRéalis to provide program management support services for its acquisition of 182 new rapid transit…

Railway Age is celebrating eight years of recognizing women who not only excel at leadership but also serve the community and drive industry change, paving the way for the next…

Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) expands its pilot program on combating fare evasion with the purchase of 100 full-length fare gates. Also, Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) releases a climate…

Metra commuter railroad joins Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) to pilot a new fare product. Also, Caltrain dedicates one of its new electric trains to U.S. Rep. Anna Eshoo (D-Calif.); Metrolink…

The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) on Sept. 3 released its Draft Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) for Fiscal Years 2025 to 2030, outlining an $18.9 billion balanced plan that “makes…

Caltrain releases its new schedule for electrified service. Also, Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) boosts Regional Rail service; Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) reopens four Red Line stations; New…

Amtrak Virginia begins service to the Newport News Transportation Center. Also, Amtrak and NJ Transit announce a series of actions that both companies will take following a spike of service…

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) completes Green Line B Branch track work, removing eight speed restrictions. Also, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s (PANY/NJ) PATH tap-and-go fare payment…

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) will respond to 13 findings following a safety audit of its Metrorail Roadway Worker Protection Program. Also, improvements are proposed for Regional Transportation Authority…

Amtrak on July 29 announced that it is launching a program to “revitalize and improve” operations of Washington Union Station, one of the nation’s most historic and busiest multimodal hubs.

Pittsburgh (Pa.) Regional Transit (PRT) is seeking a federal grant to purchase new light rail vehicles. Also, train operators and maintenance workers for New Jersey Transit’s (NJT) Hudson-Bergen Light Rail…

ROBOZE announced July 29 that its ARGO 500 solution has been chosen by Hitachi Rail to operate in the manufacturing company’s high-tech factory in Naples, Italy, and its new digital,…

Our most recent feature article on transit in the Nation’s Capital appeared in the August 2023 issue of Railway Age. Editor-in-Chief William C. Vantuono described the politics surrounding the agency…

Auto doors are now operating on all of Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s (WMATA) rail lines. Also, Caltrain is offering customized service alerts; and Amtrak increases Northeast Regional service at…

Amtrak and CSX team on a Positive Train Control (PTC) installation between Haverhill, Mass., and Brunswick, Maine. Also, Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) addresses “systemic racism within the transit system”; and…

NJ Transit cuts the ribbon on the fully renovated Elizabeth Station. Also, members of ATU Local 113 vote in favor of ratifying a new contract with the Toronto Transit Commission…