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ArticlesJune 1, 2005

The case for a new, improved Amtrak

Amtrak could take some lessons from the nation's private motorcoach industry, which transports more passengers, more efficiently.

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Newsby StaffApril 27, 2005

Amtrak chief faults train makers for brake problems

Acela Express trains, currently out of service indefinitely, are manufactured by Bombardier and Alstom.

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Newsby StaffApril 15, 2005

Amtrak suspends Acela service

Break problems force cancellation; service will reopen in early summer.

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Articlesby StaffApril 1, 2005

Amtrak's shortcomings accentuated in 'End of the Line'

New book by former Amtrak employee Joe Vranich makes the case for reforming national railroad.

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ArticlesApril 1, 2005

Is Amtrak Riding Off Into the Sunset?

After a history of political battles and nearly $30 billion in federal subsidies, America's intercity passenger railroad faces the very realistic threat of a system breakup, despite support from key areas.

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Newsby StaffMarch 24, 2005

Mineta: Plan would rebuild Northeast Corridor

Proposal to reform Amtrak would include corridor infrastructure repairs.

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Newsby StaffMarch 17, 2005

Senate denies bolstered federal funding for Amtrak

House to decide fate of struggling intercity passenger rail network.

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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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