Amtrak Train 188 Derails in Philadelphia Tragedy
The Amtrak train with 238 passengers and five crew members derailed near Frankford Junction after traveling 106 mph, killing seven and injuring more than 200. Investigators note the curve lacked Positive Train Control and the engineer and conductor survived.
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Amtrak Derailment in Philadelphia Disrupts Northeast Corridor
The deadly derailment in Philadelphia triggers widespread travel delays and cancellations along the Northeast corridor. Amtrak says no service between New York and Philadelphia and limited service among Washington Harrisburg and Philadelphia as commuters seek alternatives. Bus lines and short-haul airlines surge as travelers adjust plans. The route, termed the busiest railroad in North America, sees over 2200 trains daily on portions of the line.
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Cedar Rapids weighs next steps on I 380 cameras
Cedar Rapids officials await a decision after the Iowa DOT ordered removal of I 380 enforcement cameras. Mayor Corbett said a court fight is possible as the city faces potential revenue loss up to 2.2 million annually. The DOT will not force action before a court ruling.
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Iowa landowner details alleged pipeline bribery recording
Hughie Tweedy of Montrose says a right of way agent offered a prostitute to secure a pipeline crossing his land. He played a 10 minute audio recording for reporters in Iowa City while cautioning about possible court use. Dakota Access denies misconduct and continues pipeline efforts across 18 Iowa counties.
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