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Newsby StaffFebruary 8, 2005

Lawmakers promise fight over Amtrak funding

Bush proposes elimination of Amtrak funding, House T&I Committee voices resistance.

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Articlesby StaffFebruary 1, 2005

Bad weather wreaks havoc on rail operations, track owners

Amtrak and commuter rail systems in California, Colorado and Nevada experience delays and cancellations.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 12, 2005

Amtrak train derailed by boulder

Accident on Colorado-Utah state line injures six, though none seriously.

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Newsby StaffNovember 23, 2004

Connex wins Metrolink contract

Southern California commuter rail contract was previously held by Amtrak.

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Newsby StaffNovember 22, 2004

Report: Congress must fix Amtrak

In the past 10 years, Amtrak has lost more than $500 million annually. Further losses are projected.

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Newsby StaffNovember 18, 2004

Amtrak now checking IDs

Rail service tightens security against terrorism by asking for passengers' identification.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 28, 2004

Amtrak calling for bridge replacement funding

In its ongoing bid to secure more government funding, Amtrak gave federal officials a first-hand look at some of its dilapidated infrastructure.

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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 26, 2004

Suspect pleads guilty to Amtrak bomb threats

Mass evacuation after threats cost rail company about $100,000 in lost revenues.

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