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Environmental Group Says Amtrak Project Impact Assessment was ‘Rushed’

November 11, 2026 The Center Square

Federal authorities have said a proposed Amtrak maintenance facility project has the environmental all-clear a little over a week after conceding to local opposition over the perceived impacts of the project locally.

Amtrak To Start Construction of New Boarding Platforms at Chicago Union Station

November 11, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Construction is underway for Chicago Union Station’s first “level boarding” platforms, serving multiple tracks and enabling boarding without ramps, stairs or lifts. The $112 million project will create a more accessible and streamlined experience for Amtrak passengers.

An Amtrak train pulls into Winter Park, Florida.

Amtrak to Standardize Long-Distance Fleet with Single-Level Passenger Cars

November 3, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Amtrak is preparing to move its entire long-distance fleet toward standardized single-level passenger cars, marking a major departure from the double-deck equipment strategy the carrier has maintained for nearly half a century.

Amtrak to Hold Special Public Board Meeting on Transformation Initiative

October 27, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

The Amtrak Board of Directors will hold a special public meeting from 2 to 3 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Nov. 10, to hear public comments on the Amtrak Transformation Initiative.

Years in the Making, the Final Portal Bridge Cutover Is Happening Now

October 16, 2026 The Turntable

Two decades ago, NJ Transit officials were studying how to replace the aging Portal Bridge over the Hackensack River, hoping to eliminate a notorious railroad bottleneck before a new Hudson River tunnel opened in 2016.

Amtrak Completes Improvements at Two Oklahoma Stations

October 9, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Amtrak officials said its passengers will have a more welcoming experience at two Oklahoma stations following about $8 million in improvements.

Amtrak Advances Planning for Replacement of Bush and Gunpowder River Bridges in Maryland

October 8, 2026 Railfanning.org News Wire

Amtrak has reached a major milestone on two bridge replacement projects in Maryland: the Bush River Bridge and the Gunpowder River Bridge, selecting HNTB for architectural and engineering services for both projects, including community engagement to inform the final design.