Imagine riding a train from the Twin Cities to Phoenix, San Antonio, Denver or Seattle. Federal rail officials want to know if you think that’s a good idea. A study detailing the possible ...

Leominster Mayor Dean Mazzarella speaks during the dedication of the Twin Cities Rail Trail bridge and Community Ride last Saturday, Aug. 4, 2024. (GARY FOURNIER) By Editorial.

ST. PAUL — After decades of advocacy at the capitol, a long-awaited passenger rail line between Duluth and the Twin Cities has secured state funding and could enter service later in the 2020s.

Duluth-Twin Cities passenger rail funded in transportation budget deal But it has to go through a few more steps. The lights of Spirit Mountain shine beyond the Grassy Point railroad bridge on ...