U.S. freight railroads are a major source of pollution, chuffing out more nitrogen oxide than all the nation’s coal-fired ...

Two of the largest U.S. railroad unions oppose the proposed merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern, raising concerns ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The Los Angeles startup Parallel Systems has raised $100 million to develop autonomous, electric freight trains ...

News from the world rail freight market. Softronic subsidiary Softrans has entered the leasing market with an agreement to ...

NEW YORK (WABC) -- Following this week's deadly Amtrak train accident, 7 On Your Side Investigates examined how well transit companies are complying with a federal mandate to fully implement positive ...

After 20 years as an aerospace engineer, including 13 years at SpaceX, Matt Soule sought a new transportation challenge he could channel into a startup. He chose electric battery autonomous freight ...

A Naperville contractor has died after being hit by a freight train while removing snow on Monday night, officials said.

TRAX lines were disrupted Thursday morning after a freight train derailed, Utah Transit Authority spokesman Gavin Gustafson ...

The U.S. has the most railroad tracks of any country, but we're not known for our passenger trains. A look at America's rail system and the trouble with passenger trains.

Iowa plays a critical role in feeding the world by serving as a global agriculture powerhouse. Our state’s ecosystem connects ...

A freight train derailed in Manheim Township, prompting road closures as authorities manage the scene. LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — Lancaster County authorities responded to reports of a freight train ...