AP reporter covering all modes of transportation — aviation, rail and trucking. Also Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, rare earths, ag and other news.
Omaha, Neb.
Joined January 2011
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There's a lot of frustration and disappointment among Nebraska fans right now. But buying out Rhule would REALLY expensive to get a new coach.
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NEWS: Nebraska football has fired offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen.
Quarterbacks coach Glenn Thomas will take over duties as Nebraska’s OC.
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Nebraska has fired offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen.
Statement from coach Matt Rhule:
“Like so many of you, I am angry, I am disappointed and I am frustrated with our results this season. As the head coach, I am ultimately responsible for every aspect of our program—including wins and losses—and it is my responsibility to make changes when they are warranted.
“While there are many areas that need improvement, our offensive plan and execution is simply not working. Earlier today, I relieved offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen of his duties. As I have recently shared, Dana has a fantastic offensive mind, he is a strong leader, and he has done great work here at Nebraska. But simply, we need a change. Co-offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Glenn Thomas will take over play-calling duties.
“I will continue to evaluate our program through the season and certainly at its conclusion and make additional changes where I believe they will help us win.
“The Nebraska fan base has high expectations and I embrace them, and I also know of their passionate support of the young men in our program. I hope they will continue to be there for our players with very important games still ahead. Our entire program is determined to finish this season strong.”
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At the Belt Railway in Chicago learning about #safety in their operations. The Belt prohibits rail workers from riding on railroad equipment during shoving movements, an NTSB recommendation.
Since October 2020, we’ve investigated 16 accidents involving workers riding rail equipment during shoving movements. Fourteen workers were killed and two were seriously injured. Since August, we’ve opened additional investigations.
We found that federal regulations don’t adequately address these risks and don’t consistently require crews to identify hazards before work begins. Important risk factors can include limited visibility, close clearances, track and walkway conditions, grade crossings, switches, and derails.
Safer alternatives are available, including providing point protection from the ground, using vehicles, cameras, and other technologies that allow crews to monitor the track ahead without riding rail equipment.
Dad of 20-year-old co-pilot in Florida Learjet crash says her final radio calls showed 'she's tough'
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NTSB investigators and local officials continue recovery efforts for the wreckage of the Learjet 60 that crashed on Nov. 1 near Greenacres, Florida.
Excavation work at the crash site began late yesterday and continues today, which included finding a portion of one engine. Debris has been found away from the impact location and also on the roofs of homes and buildings near the crash site.
All recovered wreckage will be sent to a secure location for further examination.
If you have found or collected any debris from the Learjet 60 crash, please do not keep it or attempt to move, alter or dispose of it. Even small pieces of the wreckage may contain important evidence that could help investigators determine what happened. We ask that you contact the NTSB at [email protected] to arrange its recovery. Please include a photo of the debris, if possible, in your email. Recovering all available wreckage is critical to the investigation and helping to determine the cause of the crash.
Looks a little different than George’s flying car on The Jetsons
Just went airborne in the JETSON ONE. Personal flight isn't the future anymore — it's here. ⚡🚁 @jetson_aero
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Sharing the full video here, and we encourage all interested parties to watch it in its entirety. youtu.be/7B-yAMzTz3Q
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Context matters. Watch the full video here: up.com/about-us/contact-us/p…
Opponents of the @UnionPacific - @nscorp merger are making a big deal of this clip of Jim Vena telling a room full of shippers at the end of a pitch for the merger that he'll raise their rates if they opposed the deal. What do you think? Was UP's CEO serious? Or was it a joke?
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To help ensure a thorough and fair review in the UP-NS merger proceeding, the STB today emphasized that stakeholders must be able to participate without fear of repercussions. The Board denied UP's appeal concerning the SWARS conference video, ordered UP to submit additional documents and information related to allegations of retaliation, and invited stakeholders to share with the Board information regarding any perceived, threatened, or actual retaliation. Today's decision ordered UP to redesignate the SWARS conference video as public. Read more here: dcms-external.s3.amazonaws.c…
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Today the STB issued a decision in the UP-NS merger proceeding on petitions filed by CPKC and CN seeking waiver or clarification related to their anticipated responsive applications. The Board also denied as unnecessary a request for additional information from UP regarding an interchange commitment. Read more here: dcms-external.s3.amazonaws.c…
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One year after Flight 2976, we remember the 15 lives lost and hold their loved ones close in our hearts.
We remain grateful to the first responders, community partners, Louisville residents and UPSers who showed extraordinary care and compassion in the days that followed and who continue to support one another.
Today, we pause to honor those we lost, support all who were affected, and recognize the strength of a community that came together in a moment of unimaginable heartbreak.
ALT Silhouette of Kentucky with a yellow star, over FLIGHT 2976 and a brown and yellow striped ribbon.
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Yesterday afternoon at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), this 32-year-old MD-11F, N273UP, saw the end of its life, being ripped apart.
It had been stored at ATL since the fleet grounding in November 2025. Delta Material Services acquired it this October for spare parts. It was towed away from the UPS ramp and dismantling began. The aircraft is now mostly torn apart.
What's next in the investigation of the Learjet crash in Florida that killed 9?
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'Very important' evidence found miles from Learjet crash site in Florida, investigator says
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The NTSB held its second and final on scene media briefing regarding N722BD this afternoon. The agency says it recovered the aircraft’s left elevator in three pieces between 1.3 and 3.8 miles from the crash site. flightradar24.com/blog/fligh…
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NTSB to hold its second media briefing today on its investigation into Sunday's crash of a Learjet 60 airplane in Palm Beach County, Florida. NTSB Member Tom Chapman will brief the media at 3:00 p.m. EST at the Emergency Operations Center, 20 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach, Florida, 33415. Member Chapman will provide an update on investigative activities outlined in Monday's briefing. A link to the livestream of the briefing will be provided here by 2:45 p.m.