South Shore to Open ‘Monon Corridor’
The South Shore Line’s first-ever expansion, a new 8-mile route between Hammond, Ind., and Munster/Dyer, will open on March 31.
STB to Metra, UP: Keep Talking
Metra assumed operating responsibilities on UP’s three Chicago-area commuter lines a year ago but hasn’t been able to come up with a price to pay the freight road.
Conrail’s Boston Line
Conrail transformed the historic Boston & Albany route over the Berkshires into a vital link for New England traffic.
Countdown to ConRail: Part 3
The conclusion of the United States Railroad Association story, leading up to conveyance to Conrail on April 1, 1976.
Photo Line: A Preview of CRP&A’s Conversations 2026
The Center for Railroad Photography & Art’s annual conference visits Indianapolis from April 24 to 26, featuring yet another great lineup of railroad image makers.
Camera Bag: New FAA Rules, Remote ID and Smaller Drones
Last year, the Federal Aviation Administration released a new set of rules for drone operators. Here’s a rundown of how it will impact you.
Conrail’s Legacy 50 Years Later
To breed success, Conrail was unsentimental, rationalizing the excesses of a romantic, yet often imprudent, past.



















