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Teamster delegates pass resolution demanding prosecution of Wall Street CEOs responsible for economic devastation
(Source: International Brotherhood of Teamsters press release, June 29, 2011) LAS VEGAS, Nevada — Delegates to the 28th International Brotherhood of Teamsters Convention unanimously approved a resolution to prosecute chief executives and other Wall Street players...
Teamsters open 28th International Convention
(Source: International Brotherhood of Teamsters press release, June 28, 2011) LAS VEGAS — The International Brotherhood of Teamsters opened their 28th International Convention today with plenty of noise and a new resolve to stand up for the American Dream. Teamsters...
CSX fields questions on Massachusetts projects
(Source Worcester Telegram & Gazette, June 29, 2011) WESTBORO, Mass. — CSX representatives fielded questions from the general public regarding hazardous materials and other topics at a meeting regarding its new $20 million transfer facility being constructed in the...
CSX hosts open house for new Ohio terminal
(Source: Toledo Blade, June 29, 2011) TOLEDO, Ohio — CSX held an open house for approximately 2,000 visitors yesterday at its new Northwest Ohio Intermodal Terminal near Toledo, Ohio. The new terminal is expected to handle about 2 million containers each year while...
Amtrak weighs in on Iowa City-Chicago train debate
(Source: Des Moines Register, June 28, 2011) DES MOINES, Iowa — Tom Carper, Chairman of Amtrak's Board of Directors, visited the Iowa State Legislature on June 28 as legislators debated state financing of a proposed Iowa City to Chicago passenger train. Full story:...
Florida governor warns about future SunRail costs
(Source: Miami Herald, June 28, 2011) ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida Governor Rick Scott is warning local officials that they will be on the hook to cover future operational costs related to SunRail, a 61.5-mile commuter line proposed for Central Florida. The state will help...
Railroads, businesses get ready for Missouri River flooding
(Source: Kansas City Star, June 29, 2011) KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City Southern and the BNSF Railway are among the many business owners forced to make major adjustments to cope with flood waters that are reaching historic levels. Among other tactics, the railroads...
Historic flood forces BNSF to close both mainline tracks in Minot, N.D.
(Source: BNSF customer bulletin, June 28, 2011) FORT WORTH, Texas — BNSF's Command Center is managing our responses to flood impacts. BNSF is making an extraordinary effort to continue operating on key mainline routes. The Devils Lake subdivision is out of service...
Amtrak attendant files suit in Nevada collision
(Source: Chicago Sun-Times, June 29, 2011) CHICAGO — An Amtrak attendant who was on board the California Zephyr when it was hit by a truck in rural Nevada on June 24 has filed a lawsuit against the owners of the trucking company. According to newspaper reports, she...
Small railroads post highest load volumes of 2011
(Source: Journal of Commerce, June 27, 2011) WASHINGTON, D.C. — According to the Journal of Commerce, traffic levels on short line railroads are booming and in recent weeks have reached peak volumes for 2011. Full story: www.joc.com
Canadian Pacific to release second-quarter 2011 results on July 27
(Source: Canadian Pacific Railway press release, June 27, 2011) CALGARY, Alberta — Canadian Pacific will release its second-quarter financial and operating results at 7:30 a.m. Eastern time (5:30 a.m. Mountain time) on July 27, 2011. CP will discuss its results with...
DOT announces $1.58 billion for 27 major transit projects across America
(Source: U.S. Department of Transportation press release, June 27, 2011) WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced $1.58 billion for 27 transit projects nationwide that will improve public transportation access for millions of...
NJ Transit increasing security on trains, buses
(Source: Associated Press, June 28, 2011) NEWARK, N.J. — New Jersey Transit is working behind-the-scenes to increase anti-terrorist security on its trains and buses, including collaboration with the FBI and the TSA to develop a new intelligence unit. Full story:...
California high-speed rail plan proceeds despite warnings
(Source: The Fresno Bee, June 27, 2011) FRESNO, Calif. — The California High-Speed Rail Authority is starting construction on its 800-mile system despite warnings from critics who oppose the plan. Full story: Fresno Bee
Mica’s pet project: A benefit for commuters or gift to CSX?
(Source: New York Times, June 28, 2011) NEW YORK — The New York Times today is calling Central Florida's $1.2 billion plan for passenger rail a "pet project" of Congressman John L. Mica (R-Fla.), while also describing it as "one of the least cost-effect mass transit...
Companies lobby to hide disparity in CEO, worker pay
(Source: The Washington Post, June 27, 2011) WASHINGTON, D.C. — A group backed by 81 major companies is lobbying to keep secret how much more CEOs makes than their typical worker. Legislation forcing companies to publish their comparison was passed as part of a large...
NTSB investigators looking into truck driver in fatal Amtrak collision
(Source: Associated Press, June 27, 2011) RENO, Nevada — Workers combing through rubble yesterday found a cellular phone belonging to the truck driver involved in the June 24 fatal Amtrak accident. Investigators also revealed that the truck driver, Lawrence R. Valli,...
NTSB unveils new Most Wanted List
(Source: NTSB press release, June 23, 2011.) WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) today announced its new list of the most critical transportation issues that need to be addressed to improve safety and save lives. The new "Most Wanted...
Blame game begins as costs rise for Wisconsin’s new Talgo trains
(Full story: The Journal Sentinel, June 26, 2011) MILWAUKEE, Wisc. — Wisconsin taxpayers could be on the hook to pay $22.2 million more than previously thought for new Talgo trains. The reason? It depends on who you talk to. Some blame current Governor Scott Walker,...
BNSF showcases new locomotive at Galesburg Railroad Days
(Source: The Register-Mail, June 25, 2011) GALESBURG, Ill. — The BNSF Railway had its newest locomotive on display at the Railroad Days festival in Galesburg, Ill., over the weekend. The engine is the railroad's latest purchase from General Electric and features...
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