Judge approves $600M settlement for residents near fiery train derailment

A federal judge has approved a $600 million class-action settlement involving last year's disastrous derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.

• Sep 25, 2024

Critics see conflict of interest in Ohio train derailment cleanup

One year after a freight train carrying hazardous chemicals derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, residents' concerns linger.

• Feb 2, 2024

Norfolk Southern and Michigan first responders practice for large-scale train emergency

Michigan first responders practiced a large-scale train emergency on Wednesday. The exercise was hosted by Norfolk Southern and involved local and federal emergency responders.

• Aug 16, 2023

Justice Department sues Norfolk Southern over toxic train derailment

The civil complaint follows a lawsuit filed by the state of Ohio.

• Mar 31, 2023

Norfolk Southern issues new safety plan after derailments

Rail operator said it will improve detectors to spot overheating train wheels and will support a "strong safety culture."

• Mar 6, 2023

Norfolk Southern train derails in Springfield, Ohio

Nearby residents were asked to shelter in place. The railway company said that there were no hazardous materials aboard the train.

• Mar 6, 2023