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  • Major Metra Track Project To Impact Milwaukee District North Midday Service
  • IDOT says Metra’s Rockford extension is still on schedule for a late 2027 debut
  • Aug 14, Commuter Rail (USA): Definition, History & Systems Directory

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rtands.com /1 month ago

Major Metra Track Project To Impact Milwaukee District North Midday Service

CHICAGO –– Metra reports that it is about to replace nearly 4.5 miles of rail and thousands of railroad ties between Fox Lake and Lake Forest, which will force the suspension of mi...

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chi.streetsblog.org /4 weeks ago

IDOT says Metra’s Rockford extension is still on schedule for a late 2027 debut

But the commuter railroad's executive director is doubtful that it will be possible to meet that deadline.

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american-rails.com /3 weeks ago

Aug 14, Commuter Rail (USA): Definition, History & Systems Directory

American commuter rail—private suburban trains to public agencies (LIRR, Metro-North, NJ Transit, Metra, Metrolink, and more). History, vs light rail, and a national systems direct...

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chi.streetsblog.org /1 month ago

Station to station: Could Metra’s Clybourn stop move? IDOT begins study of long-awaited upgrades

The state is weighing improvements at the existing station against relocating it nearby, with accessibility; safer walking and biking connections; and future development shaping th...

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jigsawplanet.com /1 month ago

Metro Trains EDI Comeng

Pieces: 300Author: MelbourneRailfanPlay

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railway-news.com /1 month ago

Chicago Transit Authority Blue Line

The Problem The Chicago Transit Authority Blue Line was built in the late 1950’s, and despite regular maintenance and upgrades needed investment as much of the infrastructure reach...

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chi.streetsblog.org /1 month ago

Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, July 21

Sponsored by: • Person fatally struck by Metra NCS Line train Monday morning in Wheeling identified as Henry Louisst John, 21 (ABC) • “CTA marks 2 major milestone...

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la.streetsblog.org /1 day ago

Metrolink Fare Increase to Take Effect October 5

Riders will pay approximately 14 percent more for Metrolink regional rail service

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pehub.com /5 days ago

One Equity Partners invests in railcar services firm Metro East Industries

The company provides services to Class 1 railroads, rail leasing companies, short lines, and other rolling stock and locomotive operators. The post One Equity Partners invests in r...

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planetizen.com /1 week ago

Chicago-area transit gains new regional authority

Chicago-area transit gains new regional authority Zachary Whalen Wed, 09/02/2026 - 05:00 Primary Image Primary Image Caption...

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railwaypro.com /1 month ago

Melbourne orders a further 25 Alstom trains

The Victorian state government has ordered a further 25 X’trapolis 2.0 electric trains from Alstom, in a contract worth EUR [...]

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chi.streetsblog.org /1 month ago

Today’s Headlines for Friday, July 24

• “Extensive Metra delays after UPNW train strikes car on Northwest Side, Metra says”, driver hospitalized (ABC) • The City is using reportedly using geofencing on Sheridan Road...

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railwaypro.com /1 month ago

The Toronto Metro will increase its capacity by 40% through digital signalling

Hitachi Rail will replace the 1960s-era signalling system on Line 2 of the Toronto Metro with SelTrac CBTC digital technology. [...]

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chi.streetsblog.org /2 weeks ago

Today’s Headlines for Monday, August 24

Sponsored by: •  Driver seriously injured, Metra trains seriously delayed, after freight train struck car in Lake Forest Friday afternoon (CBS) • “Students receive fr...

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espormadrid.es /3 weeks ago

Metro hace balance del proyecto Metropaq, con taquillas de recogida en 19 estaciones de la L-3

 La Comunidad de Madrid ha transportado 174.000 paquetes a través de Metro durante los primeros ocho meses de funcionamiento de Metropaq, un innovador sistema de logística de últim...

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rtands.com /1 month ago

TriMet Begins Westside MAX Improvements Project July 26

PORTLAND, Ore. - TriMet will upgrade rail crossings on the MAX Blue and Red lines as part of the Westside MAX Improvements project. The post TriMet Begins Westside MAX Improvements...

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american-rails.com /3 weeks ago

Aug 14, Amtrak Unique Trainsets: TurboTrain, Turboliner, Metroliner & More

Amtrak’s distinctive trainsets—United Aircraft TurboTrain, French RTG and Rohr RTL Turboliners, German ICE and Swedish X2000 tests, and Budd Metroliners on the Northeast Corridor.

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chi.streetsblog.org /2 weeks ago

Today’s Headlines for Tuesday, August 25

Sponsored by: • Amtrak train struck pedestrian Monday around 1:30 PM between Cicero and Western BNSF stations near Albany, disrupting Metra service (NBC) • …Chica...

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american-rails.com /1 month ago

Aug 4, MBTA Completes Red Line Infrastructure Work After 10-Day Shutdown

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has completed a package of critical Red Line infrastructure improvements—including major track work—after a 10-day closure bet...

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nbcwashington.com /1 month ago

Metro unveils plan to put platform-long screens on Red Line

Metro plans to install clear screens running the length of platforms on the Red Line to keep riders safe. The transit agency shared renderings Tuesday of how the 5-foot-7-inch-t...

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rtands.com /1 week ago

Metrolinx Selects Names for Two Future Stations

TORONTO - Metrolinx has selected official names for the two future stations located in Toronto's west end: Junction Triangle Station and Stockyards Station. The post Metrolinx Sele...

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