Woman fatally struck by Florida train, 63rd death linked to high-speed rail
The Brightline train has the worst per-mile fatality rate in the nation, according to an AP analysis that began in 2019.
Train Crash
Amtrak engineer cleared in deadly derailment
An Amtrak engineer was cleared of charges related to a high-speed derailment that left eight people dead and hundreds injured in Philadelphia in 2015. Brandon Bostian was acquitted of causing a catastrophe, involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment. CBS Philly reports the jury's verdict was swift.
Amtrak engineer cleared in trial over high-speed crash that killed 8 people
Eight people died and over 200 were injured when the train rounded a curve at more than twice the speed limit and derailed in north Philadelphia.
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D.C. suspends most of its Metro trains after another derailment
Safety officials said Monday other transit systems using the manufacturer have not been notified.
NTSB investigating Amtrak derailment
Investigators with the NTSB are looking into what may have caused an Amtrak train to derail in Montana over the weekend. Three people were killed and dozens were injured. Former chairman of the NTSB and CBS News transportation and safety consultant Robert Sumwalt joined Ed O'Keefe to discuss.
At least 3 killed when Amtrak train derails in Montana
As of Sunday evening, five people were still hospitalized in stable condition.
3 dead, dozens injured in Montana train derailment
Three people were killed and dozens more injured when an Amtrak train traveling from Chicago to Seattle derailed in Montana. The National Transportation Safety Board is now investigating the cause. CBS News transportation correspondent Errol Barnett joins CBSN's Lana Zak with the latest.
Amtrak crash update
Authorities said the two people killed in an early-morning train collision in South Carolina were Amtrak employees. The train was traveling from New York to Miami and crashed into a freight train near Columbia. Officials, including Gov. Henry McMaster, held a press conference with updates Sunday morning.
Cassidy on train crash
On "The Takeout" podcast with CBS News' chief White House correspondent Major Garrett, Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, recalls the tragedy when a train carrying GOP lawmakers to a retreat crashed into a garbage truck Wednesday.
GOP retreat proceeds after train accident
Republicans are working on their agenda at a West Virginia retreat a day after the train carrying the lawmakers hit a truck, killing one person.
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Train crash
A train carrying Republican members of Congress hit a truck Wednesday, leaving several people hurt and one dead outside the train. Some lawmakers rushed to help the victims. CBS News correspondent Julianna Goldman reports.
Amtrak crash investigation
Investigators in the deadly Amtrak derailment in Washington state are focused on speed and possible distractions for the engineer. They say he did not apply the emergency brakes, as the train approached a curve traveling 80 mph in a 30 mph zone. David Begnaud reports.
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Amtrak derailment
Federal investigators are looking into whether an Amtrak engineer was distracted by someone else in the locomotive when his train careened off a highway overpass Monday in Washington state. Three people were killed, including two members of a rail advocacy group. Carter Evans reports.
Amtrak investigation
Officials are looking for answers after Monday's deadly Amtrak train derailment in Washington state. Federal investigators say the train was speeding when it went off the rails. CBS News correspondent Chris Martinez joins CBSN with the latest.
Amtrak crash witness
One of the first responders to the deadly Amtrak derailment in Washington state was a civilian who says he did a "simple thing." Daniel Konzelman, an Eagle Scout, was driving to work when the train derailed. He says his emergency response training helped him assess victims and lead them out of the wreckage.
NTSB on Amtrak crash
NTSB's Bella Dinh-Zarr, who is at the scene of the Amtrak derailment in DuPont, Washington, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what the agency wants to know as they assess the crash.
Washington Amtrak derailment
The NTSB says the train in the deadly Amtrak derailment in Washington state was clocked at 80 mph in a 30 mph zone. The crash killed at least three passengers and dozens more were injured. The train was making the first-ever scheduled trip over a newly-built track. David Begnaud reports.
Deadly Amtrak derailment
At least three people were killed Monday when a train derailed in DuPont, Washington, sending train cars onto the highway below. The accident occurred just hours after another incident that caused massive transportation disruptions: the power outage at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. CBS News transportation safety analyst and former chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board, Mark Rosenker, joins CBSN with the latest.
What led to the train collapse in Mexico City?
At least 24 people were killed after a commuter train collapsed late Monday. Local residents say they've been warning of a collapse for years. CBS News radio correspondent Adrienne Bard joins CBSN to explain what led to the tragic collapse and where officials are in the investigation of what led to the crash.
Mexico City train crash kills at least 20
Officials say children were among those killed in a Mexico City train crash that killed at least 20 people. One worried man says he is searching for his six months-pregnant friend. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
NYC train crash
More than 100 people were hurt when a Long Island Rail Road train crashed in Brooklyn, New York, during rush hour Wednesday. Many had cuts and bruises, while the worst injury was a broken leg.
Shutdown set to become longest ever after 14th failed Senate vote
The Senate failed for the 14th time to advance a bill to end the government shutdown, now tied for the longest in U.S. history. Follow live updates here.
2025 elections in NYC, New Jersey, Virginia to test Democrats, Trump
Election Day 2025 is here, with consequential races in New York City, New Jersey, Virginia and a redistricting ballot measure in California.
Dick Cheney, powerful former vice president, dies at 84
Former Vice President Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful people to hold the office, has died, his family says. He was 84.
Outline of potential shutdown deal emerges as senators continue talks
Senators are discussing a deal that would fund the government alongside long-term appropriations bills in exchange for a vote on extending health care tax credits.
White House says administration is complying with court order on SNAP funds
President Trump wrote on Truth Social that federal food benefits "will be given only when the Radical Left Democrats open up government, which they can easily do, and not before!"
Border Patrol agent testifies sandwich thrown at him "exploded all over"
Sean Dunn has been charged with a misdemeanor felony count for throwing a sandwich at a U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agent during President Trump's federal takeover of D.C.
Some U.S. airspace might be closed if shutdown continues, Duffy says
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the agency may need to close "certain parts of the airspace" if the shutdown continues.
13 suspected drug cartel members killed in shootout with police
Four suspects were arrested and nine people kidnapped by the gang were freed following the clash in Sinaloa, officials said.
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Dems seek details on Epstein co-conspirator probe that was "inexplicably killed"
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein provided the Justice Department with "precise and detailed" information about 20 alleged co-conspirators, House Democrats say.