Articles by Railfanning.org News Wire

CHICAGO — The CTA announced that the 5000-series prototype rail cars most recently being tested on the Green Line have been temporarily removed from service so that engineers can install and test a modification to the braking system. The 10 prototype rail cars were tested out-of-service since last fall and began in-service testing April 19th on the Red Line and moved to the Green Line on May 17.

FORT WORTH, Texas — BNSF Railway Co. announced that it has been honored by TRANSCAER (National Transportation Community Awareness and Emergency Response) for its commitment to helping communities prepare for and respond to possible hazardous materials transportation incidents.

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Andersons Inc. recently made a significant minority investment in the Iowa Northern Railway Co. and its subsidiaries.