Train operator Amtrak to pay $2.25 million to settle discrimination claims

Amtrak, the U.S. passenger railroad, will pay $2.25 million to resolve civil claims by the Justice Department that it discriminated against passengers with disabilities, and agreed to fix up train ...

U.S. railroad Amtrak urges new emergency government assistance

The chief executive of Amtrak urged lawmakers on Wednesday to approve over $2 billion in new emergency assistance as the U.S. passenger railroad expects travel and revenue to fall by more than 70% ...
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Reporter shares eye-opening video from newly unveiled US high-speed train: 'Incredibly nice'

Many commenters on the video were quick to point out how far the United States lags behind Europe and Asia. Reporter shares ...
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I rode a coastal train resurrected 20 years after Hurricane Katrina – it was a joy

The 145-mile journey stops at Mardi Gras cities, interspersed with white sand beaches, great seafood and birdwatching – for ...