Release of toxic chemicals from derailed Ohio tanker cars begins

Officials warned the controlled burn would send phosgene and hydrogen chloride into the air. Phosgene is a highly toxic gas that can cause vomiting and breathing trouble and was used as a weapon in World War I.

50-car train derailment causes massive fire, evacuations in Ohio

About 50 cars derailed in East Palestine as a train was carrying a variety of freight from Madison, Illinois, to Conway, Pennsylvania.

CapMetro Red Line suspended Feb. 4 due to power outages

CapMetro says many signals on its MetroRail line remain without power required to ensure safe crossings and use of the system.

CapMetro's 'double-tracking' project in Leander officially complete

After a year of construction, the roughly 15-mile section of the Red Line from Leander to Lakeline now has two tracks instead of just one.

Air travel across US thrown into chaos after computer outage

Thousands of flights across the U.S. were canceled or delayed Wednesday after a government system that offers safety and other information to pilots broke down, stranding some planes on the ground for hours.

Tesla of the sea? CES showcases electric hydrofoil boats

Flying cars and self-driving vehicles always get attention at the CES gadget show in Las Vegas, but this year electric recreational boats are making bigger waves.

Amtrak unveils new trains that will replace aging fleet

Amtrak on Thursday released details of its new Airo trains, which will operate on routes across the country beginning in 2026. 

NYPD officers, good Samaritan save man who fell onto subway tracks from oncoming train

Body camera footage shows two NYPD officers and a good Samaritan helping rescue a man who had fallen onto the subway tracks at the 116th Street station in East Harlem.

CapMetro to suspend MetroRail service Thanksgiving week

MetroRail service will be suspended from Saturday, Nov. 19 to Sunday, Nov. 27. CapMetro will also be operating a reduced Sunday-level service on Thanksgiving Day.

CapMetro to receive $1M grant from Biden-Harris Administration

CapMetro will receive nearly $1 million to plan for transit-oriented development along the proposed Orange and Blue light rail lines and the proposed regional rail Green Line.

These luxury bus lines hope to redefine travel in America

From wine service to private suites to motion-canceling seats, the emerging luxury bus industry is working to defy the stigma of bus travel in America.

CapMetro continues service in Lago Vista, Manor following midterm election

CapMetro services will continue in the City of Manor and the City of Lago Vista, after communities voted in favor of Proposition A, which were ballot measures to continue their partnerships with the agency.

Another railroad union approves deal, offering hope of avoiding strike

Another railroad union narrowly approved its deal with the major freight railroads Saturday -- but five unions must still approve contracts to prevent a strike.