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I rode Amtrak in coach for 46 hours from Chicago to Miami. Here’s why it's worth it

Trains are not the easiest, quickest or most reliable way to travel across the country. Why hasn't America's love of trains faded? Why the excitement about the inaugural run of the Floridian train on Nov. 10?

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Chicago man charged with assaulting two officers during protests of Netanyahu address to Congress

An Illinois man has been arrested on charges that he attacked two police officers during protests in Washington, D

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Virginia man charged with defacing monument during Netanyahu protests in DC

A Virginia man has been arrested on a charge that he spray-painted graffiti on a monument in the nation’s capital during protests against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress in July

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Vice President Harris Condemns Violent Anti-Israel Rioting In D.C.

Vice President Harris condemns violent anti-Israel rioting at Union Station, denounces hate-fueled rhetoric, and criticizes Hamas involvement in Washington...

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Protesters Burn US Flags During Netanyahu Speech In Congress

Protesters burn US flags and Netanyahu depictions at Union Station during Netanyahu's speech. White House condemns violence and antisemitism, emphasizing r...

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Pro-Palestinian Protesters Burn US Flags Outside Union Station

Pro-Palestinian protesters in DC demonstrate against Netanyahu's visit, burning US flags and showing solidarity with Palestine. Tensions rise as police det...

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Attempted Arson On Freedom Bell At Union Station In D.C.

Incident of attempted arson at the Freedom Bell outside Union Station in Washington, D.C. No injuries reported.

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One Dead, Children Among 21 Injured In Super Bowl Parade Shooting

After shots rang out, shocked fans scrambled to flee to safety as police worked to clear Union Station in a tragic end to what had been a joyous morning of celebrating the NFL champions.

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Photos: Shooting in Kansas City after Chiefs' victory parade

One person was killed and at least 21 others were injured in the attack outside Union Station in Kansas City.

WEKU

Chiefs issue statement after Super Bowl parade shooting

The #Chiefs issued a statement after Wednesday's shooting at Union Station.

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Shooting reported at Kansas City Chiefs victory rally, multiple injured

Discover breaking news from the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl victory celebration as police investigate a reported shooting at Union Station. Multiple peop...

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Kansas City shooting was not an act of terrorism or homegrown violence, say police

The city's chief of police told reporters Thursday that the shooting, which left one person dead and 22 others injured, "appeared to be a dispute between several people that ended in gun violence."

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1 dead, up to 15 injured in shooting at Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade

One person is dead and up to 15 are injured from the shooting at the Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade Wednesday

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LOOK: Union Station lit in red ahead of Chiefs’ playoff matchup vs. Dolphins

Union Station was lit in red ahead of the #Chiefs' playoff matchup against the #Dolphins on Saturday.

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From new skyscrapers to Union Station redesign plans, 2024 will be a busy year for architecture

Bally’s planned casino and the fate of the Century and Consumers buildings are among the five architectural projects worth watching as this new year progresses.

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Metra passengers left high and dry waiting for special New Year’s Eve train that departed early

The 1:15 a.m. train scheduled to leave Chicago Union Station left 20 minutes early following what Metra said was a miscommunication with BNSF and the crew. It forced dozens to order ride-hail cars that cost upward of $100.

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Amtrak looking for input on Union Station concourse redesign

The passenger rail service is seeking public feedback on how to improve services in Chicago. In December, Union Station was awarded $93 million for upgrades.

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West Loop homeless encampment will be cleared, Ald. Conway says

The area, adjacent to Union Station and the Ogilvie Transportation Center, gets heavy foot traffic from commuters, and neighbors have said they’ve witnessed daytime drug-dealing and drug use.

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Chicago’s Union Station to get $93 million for upgrades

The federal grant allotted is less than the $873 million the railroad sought and won’t address Amtrak’s wish list of track improvements outside the station.

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Amtrak holiday ridership back above pre-pandemic levels as grant to improve Union Station appears on track

So many riders are hitting the rails that the railroad has added trains and extra cabs to them, Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner says.

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$1 billion plan to improve Union Station infrastructure needs quick signature from Biden

It’s time for President Biden — whose fondness for train travel earned him the nickname “Amtrak Joe” — to do his part for Chicago and sign off on money that will benefit millions of riders every year.

Chicago Sun-Times

New Union Station entrance opens on Clinton Street

Amtrak plans to open a food court near the new entrance. The food hall project was delayed by COVID-19.

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LOOK: Union Station lit up overnight for Red Wednesday

Union Station was lit up in #Chiefs red overnight to celebrate the start of Kansas City's 2023 season.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago restaurants see drop in business amid heat wave

Restaurants near Union Station and Ogilvie Transportation Center typically draw many commuters, but business slowed as temps hit 100 degrees Thursday.

Chicago Sun-Times

Holiday plans? Polar Express at Union Station train tickets go on sale

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