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June 3, 2023
Prem Thakker
Norfolk Southern Files Motion to Dismiss Lawsuit Over Ohio Train Derailment
After the disastrous train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, the rail giant says it is not responsible.
March 31, 2023
Prem Thakker
Justice Department and EPA File Lawsuit Against Norfolk Southern for Polluting East Palestine
The lawsuit seeks to hold the rail company responsible for a disastrous train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
February 18, 2023
Jason Linkins
Did the Media Get Derailed in East Palestine, Ohio?
Critics who have blasted the press for ignoring the Norfolk Southern disaster have missed the mark, but not by much.
February 16, 2023
Prem Thakker
The Conspiracy of the Ohio Train Derailment Is Right in Front of Us
Conspiracy theorists are jumping on news of the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. But the truth is much more simple.
February 16, 2023
Prem Thakker
Norfolk Southern Pulls Out of Ohio Train Derailment Town Hall, Citing Safety Concerns
The rail company decided not to attend the town hall in East Palestine, Ohio.

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