Railroading Heritage of Midwest America Vows to Restore F40C
Metra 611 was donated to RRHMA earlier this year and moved from Chicago to Silvis, Ill., in March.
Plans for New American Freedom Train Shelved
On April 15, the American Freedom Train Foundation 250 announced it was suspending its effort to operate a steam-powered exhibit train across the country in 2026.
Wisconsin & Southern in the Watco Era
More than a decade has passed since Midwestern regional Wisconsin & Southern Railroad came under the ownership of Watco.
Riding Chessie’s Jets
Ride along on two of Chessie System’s hot piggyback intermodal trains between New Castle, Pa., and Chicago in 1982.
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: Sweeter With Time
Sometimes an image can get better with time, which is why it’s worth revisiting our past efforts, writes Scott Lothes.
Railway Hospitality
By the end of the 19th century, many American railways relied heavily on tourism and pleasure travel as a means to sell tickets.



















