Amtrak has launched its own brand of leisurewear for commuters to ride the rails in style. It even comes with a sleep mask ...

Amtrak says dynamic pricing has helped strengthen its finances, but travelers often grumble at the cost, especially for last-minute travel. Still, the train has a secret weapon: avoiding the airport.

The catch, however, is that this revival also kills a popular backup plan. With Empire Service back, Amtrak has withdrawn its approval for a temporary Metro-North extension to Albany—a proposed $40 ...