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Newsby StaffJanuary 23, 2026

Seattle Sound Transit Sets Launch Date for Crosslake Connection

This final component of the 2 Line will cross Lake Washington and connect with the 1 Line at International District/Chinatown Station, creating a fully integrated regional light rail system.

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A blue and white graphic with a map of the proposed study area for the Sepulveda Transit Corridor and text reading "LA Metro Approves Underground Rail for Sepulveda Transit Corridor."
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJanuary 23, 2026

LA Metro Approves Underground Rail for Sepulveda Transit Corridor

The agency’s selection aims to slash travel times from the San Fernando Valley to the Westside to under 20 minutes.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 21, 2026

Florida's Tri-Rail Taps Siemens Mobility for Modern Locomotive Procurement

Expected to enter service in 2029, these locomotives support the agency’s commitment to offer reliable and efficient rail transportation across South Florida.

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Rendering of an Austin Light Rail station.
NewsJanuary 20, 2026

Austin Transit Partnership Advances Federal Funding Process for Light Rail Project

See how the agency’s transit project completed a Final Environmental Impact Statement within the federal two-year guideline.

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SponsoredJanuary 19, 2026

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Newsby StaffJanuary 15, 2026

U.S. Transit Trails Global Peers, Transportation for America Report Outlines Path Forward

The analysis finds that a $4.6 trillion investment across all levels of government over 20 years ($230 billion per year) would be required to build, operate, and maintain a transit network that approaches the level of service within a cohort of 17 global cities with world-class transit systems.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJanuary 15, 2026

Biz Briefs: Alstom Supplying TTC Subways, SilverRide Lands California Contracts, and More

Stay informed with these quick takes on the projects and companies driving progress across the transportation landscape.

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Airport goers wait to board Trinity Metro's TEXRail at DFW Airport.
Newsby StaffJanuary 15, 2026

TEXRail Sets New Ridership Record in December 2025

Trinity Metro’s commuter rail line logged more than 129,000 rides last month, driven by holiday travel, special events, and airport connections.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 14, 2026

Toronto’s TTC Reaches 264 Streetcars with Latest Delivery

The fleet expansion was jointly funded through the Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario, who committed up to $180 million each, with the City of Toronto providing the remaining $208 million.

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A white NJ TRANSIT River Line rail car at a station.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJanuary 12, 2026

NJ TRANSIT Announces Continued River LINE Improvements

River LINE upgrades include renovated rail vehicles, new maintenance oversight, and real-time arrival info as the agency prepares to assume full control.

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