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Stay informed on the future of Ohio’s transportation network. From federal funding announcements and corridor development updates to local advocacy events, find the latest coverage on passenger rail and public transit expansion across the state.

For three days in October, Toledo became the center of the national passenger rail conversation as advocates, policymakers, and industry leaders gathered for RailNation 2026. As the event's local partner, All Aboard Ohio helped showcase the state's growing momentum, the opportunities ahead, and why Ohio's role in the national passenger rail network matters more than ever.

Oct 31, 2026

Mitch Radakovich

Toledo Takes Center Stage in National Rail Conversation

For three days in October, Toledo became the center of the national passenger rail conversation as advocates, policymakers, and industry leaders gathered for RailNation 2026. As the event's local partner, All Aboard Ohio helped showcase the state's growing momentum, the opportunities ahead, and why Ohio's role in the national passenger rail network matters more than ever.

A $190 Million Opportunity: Why Ohio Must Act Now on Passenger Rail

When we talk about a $190 million annual benefit... we are talking about the ripple effect passenger rail has on everyday life in Ohio. Find out how

Recapping A Decade On Track: A Celebration of the Cincinnati Streetcar

All Aboard Ohio’s Cincinnati Chapter hosted A Decade on Track, a celebration of the Cincinnati Streetcar’s first ten years, alongside longtime supporters and advocates this past weekend.

How States are Advancing Passenger Rail Amid Federal Uncertainty

While passenger rail faces uncertainty, certain winning strategies are being identified that can keep momentum moving forward. Find out how passenger trains are progressing across the United States.

Canada's 1.95 Billion Locomotive Investment Makes U.S. Passenger Rail Expansions Faster

Canada's investment not only expedites North America's rail expansion but also reduces costs

Michigan's North+South Passenger Rail Survey Shows Overwhelming Support

A massive survey shows strong support for passenger rail travel as long as ticket costs stay low and travel is competitive with driving.

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Cleveland's business community is paying attention to the future of passenger rail. Across two Lunch and Learn sessions, 91 business and community leaders explored what expanded service could mean for the region, with many adding their names to All Aboard Ohio's letter of support. As important decisions approach, these conversations are helping turn interest into advocacy.

Lisa Bufo

Cleveland Business Leaders Get on Board

Newly released 2026 Missouri Department of Transportation data shows total economic output along the St. Louis–Kansas City corridor climbed 133% over pre-pandemic baselines, driven by single-seat Chicago connectivity and a fivefold surge in local contractor spending.

Ryan Pecaut

After Five Years on the Tracks: Missouri’s River Runner Studies Offer Concrete Data on State-Supported Rail Economics

Discover how Colorado's CoCo campaign is advancing passenger rail. All Aboard Ohio discusses transit advocacy, coalitions, and lessons for the Midwest.

Ryan Pecaut

How Colorado is Building Passenger Rail - Listen Now

Mitch Radakovich

A $190 Million Opportunity: Why Ohio Must Act Now on Passenger Rail

The national conference will bring together federal officials, state leaders, and transit advocates at the historic Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza Amtrak Station to map out the future of America's passenger rail network.

All Aboard Ohio

Toledo to Host National Rail Conference: Where Michigan’s Momentum Meets Ohio’s Passenger Rail Future

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Election 2026: Acton Supports Amtrak Expansion, Ramaswamy Won’t Say

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Columbus Underground

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Toledo to host national rail conference focused on Midwest passenger rail

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WTVG Toledo

Cincinnati BRT plans raise "rapid" concerns

Sep 25, 2026

Axios Cincinnati

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Latest News and Transit Updates

Oct 31, 2026

Mitch Radakovich

Toledo Takes Center Stage in National Rail Conversation

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A $190 Million Opportunity: Why Ohio Must Act Now on Passenger Rail

Recapping A Decade On Track: A Celebration of the Cincinnati Streetcar

How States are Advancing Passenger Rail Amid Federal Uncertainty

Canada's 1.95 Billion Locomotive Investment Makes U.S. Passenger Rail Expansions Faster

Michigan's North+South Passenger Rail Survey Shows Overwhelming Support

Story Stream

Oct 31, 2026

Lisa Bufo

Cleveland Business Leaders Get on Board

Oct 21, 2026

Ryan Pecaut

After Five Years on the Tracks: Missouri’s River Runner Studies Offer Concrete Data on State-Supported Rail Economics

Oct 21, 2026

Ryan Pecaut

How Colorado is Building Passenger Rail - Listen Now

Oct 1, 2026

Mitch Radakovich

A $190 Million Opportunity: Why Ohio Must Act Now on Passenger Rail

Sep 25, 2026

All Aboard Ohio

Toledo to Host National Rail Conference: Where Michigan’s Momentum Meets Ohio’s Passenger Rail Future

Topics

AAO In the Media

13 Action News Big Story: The future of passenger rail

Oct 3, 2026

ABC13 WTVG

Election 2026: Acton Supports Amtrak Expansion, Ramaswamy Won’t Say

Sep 29, 2026

Columbus Underground

Election 2026: Acton Supports Amtrak Expansion, Ramaswamy Won’t Say

Sep 29, 2026

Columbus Underground

RPA: What Passenger Rail Could Deliver for Ohio

Sep 28, 2026

Railway Age

Toledo to host national rail conference focused on Midwest passenger rail

Sep 28, 2026

WTVG Toledo

Cincinnati BRT plans raise "rapid" concerns

Sep 25, 2026

Axios Cincinnati

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Mar 2, 2025

Ryan Pecaut

Ohio Runs on Rail: A Vision for the Future of Passenger Rail in Ohio