The historic 611 locomotive is a Roanoke icon, and is on track to hit the rails this fall. And you could be along for the ride. Built in 1950, it’s celebrating 75 years. “It’s impressive for people to ...

In 1957, the No. 1225 was retired and donated to Michigan State University by the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway, where it was displayed as an icon of the steam-era until 1969.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — The restoration of a World War 2-era steam locomotive, Number 576, is forging ahead at full speed, as it finally receives its wheels back.

Los Angeles' Union Station will give visitors a closer look at Southern California's railroad history during Train Festival ...

The engine is the 2926 Locomotive, and by the end of the month, it will make a two-mile trip to the Rail Yards for a special event. Organizers are calling this an exciting moment, years in the making.

More than most machines, a steam locomotive’s design reflects its intended use. There are reasons why high-speed passenger locomotives have tall driving wheels and two-axle leading trucks while ...

La Crosse was once served by five railroads. While that number is down to two, the La Crosse Shortline Railroad display at Copeland Park is a tribute to the city’s ...

On Saturday, the mighty locomotive moved itself down the tracks under its own steam power for the first time in many long years. The 2926 is one of the largest passenger engines ever built.

Train enthusiasts and history buffs alike will soon have a new Southeast Asian destination, as Vietnam prepares to unveil a revamped pair of vintage steam locomotives from the 1960s.

WEST CHICAGO, Ill. (WLS) -- The world's largest steam-powered locomotive is rolling its way through Chicago's suburbs, and drawing large crowds everywhere it goes. It's called the "Big Boy," and ...

A train enthusiast reflects on the grandeur of the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, recently returned to service. A crowd gathered to watch as Union Pacific 4014 pulled into Hearne ...