In a May update, the Illinois High-Speed Rail Commission said it was on track to publish the report by 2026—which includes a survey of over 6,000 residents in the state.

(The Center Square) – Illinois is studying high-speed rail to link cities like Chicago and St. Louis as the federal government reviews California's delayed and over-budget rail project.

High-speed rail (HSR) systems have become a significant component of transportation infrastructure in many countries around the world, offering fast and efficient alternatives to air and road travel.

Weather Maps. River Levels. Download Our Weather App! Sports. Spotlight Athlete. Bix 7. ... (KWQC) - A virtual event is being held for the Illinois High-Speed Rail Feasibility Study starting Monday.

MOLINE, Ill. — For the first time, we're getting to see what a high-speed train service could look like in Illinois, thanks to a study from the state Department of Transportation.

CARTERVILLE, Ill. (WSIL)-- Illinois transportation officials are looking towards the future for modes of transportation. One of those possibilities is a high-speed railway. The High-Speed Railway ...

The Illinois High-Speed Railway Commission is conducting a high-speed rail study to determine the necessity and feasibility of a network linking St. Louis and Chicago.

According to a media release from the City of Moline, Vitas was appointed to the commission, which is tasked with creating a statewide plan for a high-speed rail line and feeder network connecting ...

In a May update, the Illinois High-Speed Rail Commission said it was on track to publish the report by 2026—which includes a survey of over 6,000 residents in the state.

An overview of Illinois’ high-speed rail feasibility study’s progress was provided to the Illinois High Speed Rail commission at its meeting on May 19, 2025. Show comments. Advertisement.