California High-Speed Rail proposes modifications and progress report on electrified railway expansion

The California High-Speed Rail Authority is modifying its planned segment from Los Angeles to Anaheim by adding a fourth rail line to separate commuter rail systems and freight trains. The original plan to build a freight facility in Colton was abandoned due to local pushback. Instead, the High-Speed Rail will build a fourth rail line to clear obstructions from dormant freight trains. The new plan is expected to save money and has the support of stakeholders. The proposed segment is part of the larger California High-Speed Rail project, which still faces challenges in the Palmdale-to-Burbank segment.