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[ September 17, 2025 ] Mechanical, Equipment Failures Drive NJ Transit’s Summer Train Cancellations Commuter Rail
[ September 16, 2025 ] Trump Orders Emergency Board to Address Long Island Rail Road Labor Disputes Commuter Rail
[ September 15, 2025 ] Railroad Safety in Focus During Rail Safety Week Safety
[ September 15, 2025 ] Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern: New Intermodal Gateway Expands Market Access Norfolk Southern
[ September 12, 2025 ] STB Approves Watco Holdings’ Request to Acquire Control of Great Lakes Central Railroad Short Line/Regional

NJ Transit Moving Forward With Purchase of 374 New Rail Cars

September 9, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

NJ Transit has fully exercised a contract option with Alstom for the purchase of 200 additional multilevel rail cars. The purchase was authorized by the NJ Transit Board of Directors in May 2025.

Shapiro Administration Approves SEPTA’s Request to Use Up to $394 Million in Future Capital Funding

September 9, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro directed Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Secretary Mike Carroll to approve the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority’s request to use up to $394 million in capital assistance funds for daily operations.

Justice Department Charges Light Rail Attacker with Federal Crime

September 9, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

The feds have charged a man accused of murdering a Ukrainian immigrant on a Charlotte light rail train.

Feds, Norfolk Southern Settle Case Over Delayed Amtrak Trains

September 9, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

The U.S Department of Justice announced a settlement with Norfolk Southern Corp. and Norfolk Southern Railway Co. to resolve allegations that the Atlanta-based freight railroad delayed Amtrak passenger trains on Amtrak’s Crescent Route in violation of federal law.

CN and CSX Launch New Intermodal Rail Service into Nashville

September 9, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

CN and CSX announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding to develop a new intermodal service into Nashville, Tennessee.

Canadian National Railway Company in Chicago.

CN Expands Firefighting Fleet with New Assets and Upgrades to Existing Trains

September 9, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

CN has expanded its firefighting capabilities with new assets and upgrades to its specialized fire suppression fleet.

FRA Announces More Track Inspectors to Confirm Structural Safety of Bridges

September 8, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Federal Railroad Administration will expand the number of inspectors monitoring railroad bridges from fewer than 10 to more than 160.

Delta Railroad Services Unveils First-of-Its-Kind Rail Unloader to Boost Efficiency and Safety

September 6, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

Delta Railroad Services has introduced a new, rail-bound, custom-engineered, and built Rail Unloader Car.

Union Pacific Railroad Announces Pay Raises and Labor Agreements with 11 Unions

September 4, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

Union Pacific is pleased to announce that it has reached ratified agreements with 11 unions that cover 12 crafts and represent 46% of the railroad’s craft employees.

Dunedin Railways Expands Summer Schedule and Opens Station Office Seven Days a Week

September 2, 2025 Railfanning.org News Wire

Dunedin Railways is entering an exciting new chapter this summer, announcing an expanded service schedule and the reopening of its Station Office at the city’s iconic Dunedin Railway Station.

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