Michigan Announces 110-mph Amtrak Service
February 16, 2012

A special train operating on Amtrak's Chicago–Detroit corridor yesterday celebrated the inauguration of 110-mph speeds between Porter, Indiana and Kalamazoo, Michigan – the fastest passenger rail service in the Midwest. The higher speeds will result in better travel times and set the stage for more improvements to come as the state completes the purchase of the Kalamazoo–Detroit segment of the corridor.

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T&I Bill Turns Clock Back 60 Years
February 02, 2012
Richard Harnish

The new transportation bill making its way through the U.S. House of Representatives is a delusional attempt to revive the transportation policies of the Eisenhower era. It is important that everyone who wants to walk, bike, or ride a bus or train make their opinion known this week. Help us make your voices heard!

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