Remembering When: Rockford’s Amtrak Trains 1974-1981
Take a look back to the magical time of trains in Rockford.
One thing that I wish Rockford had was a train that would connect here to Chicago. It would be amazing to be able to get to and from the big city with ease.
Rockford was once home to Amtrak trains that ran from Chicago to Dubuque, Iowa, stopping in Rockford.
Wouldn't that be awesome to have again?
There have been proposals to bring passenger trains back to Rockford, yet plans were put on hold in 2015 by Governor Bruce Rauner because the state didn't have sufficient funds.
I'll still have to dream, but the video below highlights some of the fantastic Amtrak glory days here in Rockford.