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“The Ohio Rail Summit reflects how the conversation has changed,” said Mitch Radakovich, Board Chair for All Aboard Ohio. “Passenger rail in Ohio is no longer a niche issue. It is part of a broader discussion about mobility, infrastructure, and regional connectivity, and it requires a forum that brings those voices together.”

Apr 6, 2026

Beth Russell, MBA

All Aboard Ohio Announces Full Speaker Lineup and Agenda for The Ohio Rail Summit

“The Ohio Rail Summit reflects how the conversation has changed,” said Mitch Radakovich, Board Chair for All Aboard Ohio. “Passenger rail in Ohio is no longer a niche issue. It is part of a broader discussion about mobility, infrastructure, and regional connectivity, and it requires a forum that brings those voices together.”

Full Steam Ahead: New Siemens Factory Promises Faster Delivery for Next-Gen Trains

Siemens Mobility has officially opened its new $220M rail manufacturing plant. Learn how this massive expansion will speed up the delivery of next-generation trains, including the Amtrak Airo, and accelerate Ohio's passenger rail renaissance.

So You Want Trains? Join a Local AAO Chapter, or Start One!

How community and advocacy locally supports connectivity statewide. Get involved in a chapter in many Ohio cities.

A Budget Breakdown: How State-Level Transportation Funding Works in Ohio

Dive into the taxes and funds that make up the Buckeye State’s transportation budget. Plus, see side-by-side comparisons of where the money is (and isn’t) dedicated to passenger rail.

Momentum Is Building: The Inaugural Ohio Rail Summit

Something is shifting in Ohio. For decades, passenger rail has lived in conversation, in planning documents, in long-term strategies, and in “someday” language that felt important but distant. The ideas were sound, the case was strong, but the momentum often felt just out of reach.

Recap: Acela in Action and the Future of Amtrak's Fleet with Michelle Tortolani

We had the privilege of speaking with Michelle Tortolani, Amtrak’s Vice President of Project Delivery, Fleet & Facilities. Michelle oversees a massive portfolio responsible for modernizing the trains and facilities that keep America moving. She discussed Amtrak's new Acela high speed trains, new Airo trains, and the long-distance fleet trains.

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Ryan Pecaut

Full Steam Ahead: New Siemens Factory Promises Faster Delivery for Next-Gen Trains

The Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Commission (MIPRC) has secured a $1.84 million federal CRISI grant to launch Invest Midwest, a comprehensive passenger rail planning initiative. However, Ohio remains excluded from this regional network development after state legislators removed a $25,000 membership appropriation from the 2026-2027 budget, leaving the state without a seat at the table as neighboring states map out the future of Midwest transit.

Ryan Pecaut

Midwest Rail Network Secures $1.84M Federal Grant, But Ohio Remains Sidelined

Former Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood says Columbus passenger rail is unstoppable. Discover what the 3C&D and Midwest Connect lines mean for Ohio's future.

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"There's No Stopping It": Former Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood on Ohio Passenger Rail

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So You Want Trains? Join a Local AAO Chapter, or Start One!

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Apr 6, 2026

Beth Russell, MBA

All Aboard Ohio Announces Full Speaker Lineup and Agenda for The Ohio Rail Summit

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"There's No Stopping It": Former Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood on Ohio Passenger Rail

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What’s next for passenger rail in central Ohio?

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WOSU

When are the new Amtrak routes coming to Cleveland?

Mar 12, 2026

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Ohio city to build new train platform, enhancing connections to New York and Chicago

Jan 9, 2026

WKRC Local 12

From broad concepts to detailed service development: What's ahead for Amtrak in Central Ohio in 2026

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Columbus Business First

Convention Center Officials are Ready for the Return of Amtrak

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Cleveland RTA riders face big service cuts

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