U.S.
The NTSB releases documents on Amtrak crash
The documentation shows that the Amtrak train was traveling more than twice the limit at the time of the accident
The documentation shows that the Amtrak train was traveling more than twice the limit at the time of the accident
Positive train control, which may have prevented Philadelphia accident, is still absent from most of US railroads
Bill headed to the White House boosts highway, transit spending and assures states of federal help for major projects
Analysis: Action comes after threats by rail companies that freight carriers would halt operations by year’s end
Analysis: Positive train control was supposed to be operational by the end of 2015, but some seek further delays
DC-bound train reportedly hit a rock slide; no life-threatening injuries reported
DOT Secretary Anthony Foxx announces probe into airlines suspected of raising prices after Philadelphia Amtrak crash
Three rail cars continue to leak crude; Amtrak suspends rail service in the area
Investigation so far shows no evidence of human error, but many safety technology upgrades appear far off
The NTSB has been requesting cameras in train cabs for five years
