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California railroads: Unions push to shorten trains, but companies warn of higher costs
A proposal in the state Legislature aims to cap freight trains at 7,500 feet long to improve safety, but companies warn it could drive up costs and delay passenger rail.
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Exempt Railroad Crossing
Question: The other day I came across a railroad crossing sign with the word “EXEMPT” placed on it. What is that all about?
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Ask A Trooper: What are exempt railroad crozzings?
QUESTION: The other day I came across a railroad crossing sign with the word “EXEMPT” placed on it. What is that all about?
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5 Interesting Applications of GIS in Rail
Erik Henderson from Esri covers five interesting applications of GIS in rail to improve safety, increase efficiency, and ...
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VIA’s Canadian turns 70, operating with equipment from when it began
April 24,1955, was what Canadian Pacific publicity mavens characterized as a “Red Letter Day,” because that was when its new ...
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Mount Vernon Railroad launches service at Indiana port
The Mount Vernon Railroad, a partnership between OmniTRAX and the Ports of Indiana-Mount Vernon, marked its grand opening on ...
Protesters return to Houston City Hall to object to Trump administration policies
As part of the 50501 nationwide protest of President Trump's policies, protesters gathered Saturday at Houston City Hall.