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July 23, 2024

BNSF Accuses Teenage Rail Enthusiast of Derailing Train

A coal train derailed near Bennet, Neb., in April. Now BNSF police say it was caused by a 17-year-old.

July 22, 2024

VIA begins looking at replacing iconic Budd steamliners that have been used since the mid-20th century.

July 19, 2024

New Hampshire tourist railroad plans to operate special excursions, photo freight on former Boston & Maine branch.

July 18, 2024

San Francisco’s unique “Boat” tram from Blackpool, England, will run every Sunday through October 13.

July 17, 2024

Replacements for classic searchlight signals dating back to the Northern Pacific days have been installed west of Missoula, Mont.

July 16, 2024

The decision not to run the locomotive this year comes as its owner deal with turmoil on its board of directors.

July 15, 2024

The new service between Chicago and the Twin Cities began operating in May.

July 12, 2024

In late 2023, the non-profit dedicated to preserving the history of Canada’s national passenger carrier acquired two Dayniters and a baggage car.

July 11, 2024

On Wednesday, the “Final Spike Steam Tour” arrived back in Calgary following 76 days on the road.

July 10, 2024

The locomotive, Apache 800, will be put on display at the historic Navajo County Courthouse in Holbrook, Ariz.