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Newsby StaffSeptember 14, 2004

Las Vegas monorail closes indefinitely, extension stalled

The $650 million, four-mile system closed Sept. 8 after a metal part connected to a drive shaft fell from the train.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 14, 2004

Lawmakers warn of Amtrak's demise if underfunded

The House of Representatives began debate on a $90 billion bill, which includes funding for the rail service.

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Newsby StaffAugust 31, 2004

Amtrak stops mail delivery on passenger trains

The national passenger railroad carries mostly bulk mail under a $60 million per year contract with the USPS.

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Newsby StaffAugust 25, 2004

'Straight talk' to be delivered at Rail-Volution pre-conference symposium

Panel discussions will focus on New Starts at Sept. 19 event in Los Angeles.

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Newsby StaffAugust 24, 2004

Bombardier to permanently close transit equipment plant

The Kingston, Ontario plant will close its doors in December due to lack of orders.

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Newsby StaffAugust 19, 2004

Minneapolis light rail exceeds revenue expectations

The Hiawatha light rail line pulled in more money than budgeted last month but fell short of per-passenger revenue estimates.

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Newsby StaffAugust 17, 2004

Five states share $5.2M for grade crossing improvements

The money will also prepare federally designated corridors for future high-speed rail operations.

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Newsby StaffAugust 9, 2004

FTA to fund Charlotte LRT project

The FTA grants $11.5 million for 10-mile light rail line to be completed in 2006.

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Newsby StaffAugust 5, 2004

Tourists held by Indiana transit police

Four Indian men were detained and questioned after filming landscape around Indiana commuter rail line.

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Newsby StaffAugust 3, 2004

Minnesota governor to raise $22.5M for Northstar project

Money will go toward commuter rail project's expected $265 million cost.

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