Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern confirmed that they are in “advanced” merger talks that would create a single U.S railroad with service stretching from the East to the West Coast. The Associated Press reported last week that the companies were discussing a tie-up but neither company acknowledged that until Thursday morning.

The Estate of Cheryl Roush has filed a lawsuit against Norfolk Southern for $250,000 in damages related to her death, alleging that the train derailment on February 3, 2023 released toxic chemicals into the air which caused her injuries and eventual death.

Recent grant from NS boosts efforts for Norfolk & Western No. 611 with $40,000 to support VMT's Rail Heritage Initiatives.