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July 31, 2026
UP ‘Big Boy’ Wraps Up Historic Tour
Union Pacific 4-8-8-4 “Big Boy” 4014 wrapped up its historic cross-country tour on July 29 in Cheyenne, Wyo.
July 30, 2026
VIA Selects Stadler to Build New Long-Distance Locomotives
VIA Rail Canada has selected Swiss rail manufacturer Stadler to construct a fleet of 45 long-distance hybrid battery-diesel locomotives for use on long-distance and regional trains.
July 29, 2026
Ohio Tourist Railroad to Celebrate 40th Anniversary With Steam
The visiting locomotives will lead excursions on September 12 and 13, during the Lebanon Train Fest.
July 28, 2026
UP, NS File ‘Enhanced’ Merger Application
Two months after the U.S. Surface Transportation Board tentatively accepted Union Pacific’s application to acquire Norfolk Southern, the Class I railroad has filed an “enhanced” application.
July 27, 2026
Nevada State Railroad Museum to Hold Motor Car Rally
The event will feature more than half a dozen motor cars and mark the 100th anniversary of Tucson Cornelia & Gila Bend Car 401.
July 24, 2026
18 Short Lines to Participate in America 250 Locomotive Celebration
North Carolina Transportation Museum will be hosting a special gathering of locomotives celebrating America’s 250th on August 28-30. The short line roster spans the country, from regional operators to small carriers with deep ties to their local communities.
July 24, 2026
470 Club Acquires Maine Central Business Car
A former Maine Central business car that was hidden from public view for decades has been purchased by the 470 Railroad Club of Portland, Maine, and is expected to be moved to the Conway Scenic Railroad in New Hampshire.
July 23, 2026
UPDATE: CN Drops Opposition to UP-NS Merger
Canadian National has signed an agreement with Union Pacific to drop its opposition to the proposed UP-Norfolk Southern merger.
July 22, 2026
Historic IC Electrics Return For Pullman Railroad Days
A pair of Pullman-built railcars that helped the Illinois Central electrify its commuter operations out of Chicago a century ago have come “home” for the annual Pullman Railroad Days.
July 21, 2026
Rockhill Trolley Teams Up with Animal Shelter
The Rockhill Trolley Museum is teaming up with local animal shelters on July 25 and 26 to “stuff the trolley” and help local cats and dogs awaiting adoption.
