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[ April 16, 2026 ] Union Pacific, Rocky Mountain Steel Mills Announce New Long-Term Contract for Domestic Rail Production Union Pacific
[ April 16, 2026 ] Lorry Leaves M2 After Collision, Breaches Rail Boundary; Investigation Launched World
[ April 15, 2026 ] New Jersey Lawmaker Says Derailment Shows Why Rail Safety Vigilance is Key CSX
[ April 15, 2026 ] Georgia Appeals Court Sides with Railroad Company in Eminent Domain Fight; Property Owners Vow to Continue Fight Short Line/Regional
[ April 15, 2026 ] Amtrak Kicks Order for 800-Plus Long-Distance Railcars, Eyes Supplier Pick By 2027 Amtrak

A Return Trip on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad

December 28, 2016 Todd DeFeo

The Grapevine Vintage Railroad is one of the highlights of any visit to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. And, rightly so.

Vandalia Railroad Co.: A Short-Line in Illinois’ Former State Capital

August 31, 2016 Todd DeFeo

The quiet hamlet of Vandalia is perhaps best known as the location of Illinois’ fourth capitol or as the one-time western terminus of the National Road.

Illinois Railway Museum Offers Incredible Collection

August 30, 2016 Todd DeFeo

The Illinois Railway Museum was founded in 1953 when a group of enthusiasts came together to purchase and preserve an Indiana Railroad interurban car.

Taking a Trip Back in Time on the New York City Subway

March 13, 2016 Todd DeFeo

The New York City Subway is one of the most enduring symbols of New York City, and there is no better way to explore that history than at the New York Transit Museum in Brooklyn.

Taking the Grapevine Vintage Railroad Back in Time

March 10, 2016 Todd DeFeo

The Grapevine Vintage Railroad tourist train departs from Grapevine, a town that cherishes its rugged western appearance and attracts tourists with wine tasting rooms and other merchants along its main street.

Of Freight Trains and Subways (L Trains) in Oak Park, Ill.

March 1, 2016 Todd DeFeo

High winds on Friday, Feb. 19, disrupted service along the CTA’s Green and Pink lines, delays that extended throughout the morning and early afternoon the following day.