The Altamont Corridor Express announced Tuesday that its trains will now run on 100% renewable diesel fuel, making it the first commuter rail service in Northern California to make the switch.
The potential for a strike over a labor dispute between rail workers and the nation's freight railroads will disrupt service for passenger trains in Northern California.
Amtrak on Wednesday said it is readjusting its schedule as the company awaits a resolution between railroads and rail unions that may avert a possible strike.
U.S. passenger railroad Amtrak said it will temporarily cancel all of its long-distance trains starting on Thursday - along with some state-supported trains - because of a potential freight rail work stoppage that could start the following day.