Railroads, and the trains that ride them, were America’s arteries – playing an essential function in transporting people and ...

The history of steam locomotives is not merely about locomotives and transportation, but rather a strong echo of the human ...

Locomotives have a fascinating history. They were one of the first methods to mass transport goods from one place to another, and while the first railroads used horses to pull carts along the tracks, ...

Union Pacific Railroad's Big Boy No. 4014, the world's largest operating steam locomotive, will make a stop in South Philly on the Fourth of July to mark the nation's 250th anniversary. The heritage ...

The Severn Valley Railway recently held its Spring Steam Gala on the 16th-19th April. The event was a roaring success with ...

All aboard! Area locomotive enthusiasts are on track for an unforgettable adventure discovering historic trains. Our Quad Cities News photojournalist Mike Colón takes us for a ride with Railroading ...

If you’ve ever wanted to own your own 105-ton steam locomotive — or perhaps a “bay window” caboose, a wooden-sided box car or a Canadian National coach car — then your time to do so may be nigh. These ...

OGDEN — A legendary locomotive made its return to Ogden this weekend. Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 made a weekend stop that drew thousands of visitors of all ages to Union Station from its arrival ...

Steam trains were one of the most powerful vehicles of their time, capable of pulling hundreds of cars in one go. Their sheer size, speed, and weight are mesmerizing to think about and captivating to ...

In 1928, the Northern Pacific went shopping for a locomotive that could eliminate doubleheading on the eastern end of its Yellowstone Division between Mandan, N.Dak., and Glendive, Mont. NP’s line ...

A scenic Washington train ride brings storybook charm to life with vintage railcars, peaceful forest views, and a nostalgic ...