Amtrak will probably have to idle some of the new trains it is rolling out because the railroad’s maintenance facilities won’t be upgraded in time, federal inspectors found. The misstep means Amtrak, ...

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WASHINGTON, Dec 22 (Reuters) - U.S. passenger railroad Amtrak's next-generation high-speed Acela train cars were delayed by more than four years due to planning, design and track issues, and a desire ...

The disruptions are attributed to aging infrastructure, though Amtrak and NJ Transit have made improvements. Construction on the new Portal North Bridge has contributed to some of the recent service ...

A man was injured Tuesday after he was clipped by an Amtrak train while trespassing near Back Bay station in Boston, MBTA Transit Police said. Transit police said the man sustained a possible broken ...

Amtrak stopped all service in and out of Boston Monday afternoon after power lines fell on a section of the tracks. Repairs were estimated to to take 90 minutes to two hours, Amtrack said on X. “Due ...

BOSTON (WHDH) - Some Amtrak service in and out of Boston has resumed after it was stopped for hours Monday due to downed overhead wires blocking tracks. All Amtrak service in and out of Boston was ...

A proposed 140-mile passenger rail line would connect Asheville to Salisbury, North Carolina. The project is estimated to generate nearly $60 million in annual economic output and support over 300 ...

This report, “Major Programs: Improved Planning for Maintenance Facility Upgrades Could Help the Company Better Meet Its Fleet Goals,” is the result of OIG’s audit of Amtrak’s National Facilities ...

Amtrak saw record ridership and revenue in 2025, driven by new investments and rising demand. Many train travelers find it an easier and more pleasant experience than driving or flying. Amtrak has ...