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Universal Orlando grounds drone shows following Lake Eola accident
Read full article: Universal Orlando grounds drone shows following Lake Eola accidentSeveral drone shows hosted by Sky Elements, including those in Central Florida, have been canceled following a drone accident at Lake Eola on Saturday. Universal Orlando has also grounded its drones, citing extra precautions.
WATCH LIVE: Taking look at what led up to Epic Universe and what comes next
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Taking look at what led up to Epic Universe and what comes nextFrom tourist tax dollars to a hiring spree, Epic Universe is expected to be an economic boon when it opens next year. Here's what Orange County can expect.
‘Working with our community partners:’ Orlando police launch Homeless Intervention Unit
Read full article: ‘Working with our community partners:’ Orlando police launch Homeless Intervention UnitAfter a new state law went into effect last month criminalizing sleeping on public streets, some law enforcement agencies found themselves in a tough spot: When they enforce the law and make the homeless move along, typically the homeless just move somewhere else.
Orlando airport to convention center SunRail expansion moving into next phase, state officials say
Read full article: Orlando airport to convention center SunRail expansion moving into next phase, state officials sayFlorida transportation leaders say they are moving toward the next step in opening a SunRail route between Orlando International Airport and the Orange County Convention Center, but that rail line is still years away.
New Harry Potter ride at Universal Orlando will have British Ministry of Magic as setting
Read full article: New Harry Potter ride at Universal Orlando will have British Ministry of Magic as settingHarry Potter fans anticipating the third attraction based on the popular book and movie franchise at Universal Orlando Resort learned that the fictional setting for the ride will be the British Ministry of Magic.
'Heretic' and Hugh Grant debut with $11 million, but 'Venom: The Last Dance' tops box office again
Read full article: 'Heretic' and Hugh Grant debut with $11 million, but 'Venom: The Last Dance' tops box office againFor the third weekend in a row, “Venom: The Last Dance” was the No. 1 movie at the box office, collecting $16.2 million in ticket sales in U.S. and Canadian theaters.
Passholders face epic wait times for Universal Epic Universe tickets
Read full article: Passholders face epic wait times for Universal Epic Universe ticketsUniversal Orlando Resort annual passholders got the chance Thursday to purchase one-day tickets to the new Epic Universe theme park, due to open in May next year. But what many encountered was an epic wait.
‘Smile 2’ grinning to No. 1 at box office while ‘Anora’ glitters in limited release
Read full article: ‘Smile 2’ grinning to No. 1 at box office while ‘Anora’ glitters in limited releaseHorror movies topped the domestic box office charts and the Oscar contender “Anora” got off to a sparkling start this weekend.
Universal Studios set to reopen after Hurricane Milton. Here’s when
Read full article: Universal Studios set to reopen after Hurricane Milton. Here’s whenGuests who had tickets to visit Universal Studios or Islands of Adventure on Thursday, Oct. 10 will be allowed to use their ticket to visit any day through Dec. 18.
Epic Universe Foodie Guide: What restaurants will be at Universal’s newest park?
Read full article: Epic Universe Foodie Guide: What restaurants will be at Universal’s newest park?Universal has released the details for all five of its themed lands in its newest park, Epic Universe, which is set to open in 2025.
Blast of the past: Here’s the full lineup for Universal’s largest daytime parade ever
Read full article: Blast of the past: Here’s the full lineup for Universal’s largest daytime parade everIt’s a year of celebrating blockbuster cinema at Universal Studios as the theme park pays tribute to iconic films of the past.
Universal unveils ‘Premium Scream’ Halloween Horror Nights experience. Here’s what it includes
Read full article: Universal unveils ‘Premium Scream’ Halloween Horror Nights experience. Here’s what it includesA new one-night experience for Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights promises smaller crowds and shorter wait times.
Florida couple accuses Universal of brain injury from Rip Ride Rockit coaster
Read full article: Florida couple accuses Universal of brain injury from Rip Ride Rockit coasterIn 2023, Geriann Clem decided to ride the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster, which reaches a top speed of 65 mph and a height of 167 feet, the lawsuit shows.
A quiet weekend at the box office, with ‘The Beekeeper' on top and some Oscar boosts
Read full article: A quiet weekend at the box office, with ‘The Beekeeper' on top and some Oscar boostsHoldovers and Oscar hopefuls dominated the North American box office charts this weekend in the absence of any new wide releases.
Universal Orlando prepares for ‘Rock the Universe’ 2024
Read full article: Universal Orlando prepares for ‘Rock the Universe’ 2024This weekend, Universal Orlando Resort invites guests to immerse themselves in a weekend of faith and fun as Rock the Universe takes center stage at Universal Studios Florida.
Family dismisses lawsuit alleging fall from Dr. Seuss ride at Universal Orlando
Read full article: Family dismisses lawsuit alleging fall from Dr. Seuss ride at Universal OrlandoA Brazilian family has voluntarily dismissed a lawsuit it filed last year against Universal claiming a woman fell from a Dr. Seuss ride.
Public can learn about SunRail expansion to Orlando airport during meetings
Read full article: Public can learn about SunRail expansion to Orlando airport during meetingsThe public will have the chance to learn more about plans to expand SunRail to Orlando International Airport and the International Drive corridor this week.
Public meetings for SunRail expansion plan to be held in December
Read full article: Public meetings for SunRail expansion plan to be held in DecemberThe public will have the chance to learn more about plans to expand SunRail to Orlando International Airport and the International Drive corridor next week.
Universal, Wendover Housing Partners embark on landmark affordable housing project
Read full article: Universal, Wendover Housing Partners embark on landmark affordable housing projectUniversal Destinations & Experiences and Wendover Housing Partners have taken a significant step toward addressing Central Florida’s affordable housing crisis.
Orange County OKs new taxing district for Epic Universe, potential SunRail extension
Read full article: Orange County OKs new taxing district for Epic Universe, potential SunRail extensionUniversal’s Epic Universe will come under a special taxing district under a new ordinance approved by Orange County commissioners Tuesday.
Universal Orlando shows off impressive menus for Minion Café, Halloween Horror Nights
Read full article: Universal Orlando shows off impressive menus for Minion Café, Halloween Horror NightsThe chefs at Universal Orlando are looking to raise the bar when it comes to the food guests can expect to find at a theme park.
Trimmed trees outside LA studio become flashpoint for striking Hollywood writers and actors
Read full article: Trimmed trees outside LA studio become flashpoint for striking Hollywood writers and actorsA row of tightly trimmed ficus trees along a stretch of sidewalk outside Universal Studios has become a hot spot in the face-off between Hollywood studios and striking screenwriters and actors.
Universal barring man with 1 hand from ride may violate federal law, appeals court rules
Read full article: Universal barring man with 1 hand from ride may violate federal law, appeals court rulesUniversal’s Volcano Bay water park may have violated the Americans with Disabilities Act by not allowing a man with one hand to ride a water attraction, a U.S. appeals court ruled Friday.
‘The Last of Us’ brings post-apocalyptic world to Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights
Read full article: ‘The Last of Us’ brings post-apocalyptic world to Universal’s Halloween Horror NightsUniversal Orlando's Halloween Horror NIghts to bring post-apocalyptic PlayStation video game, "The Last of Us," to life in all-new haunted house this September
Ranking Florida’s top 5 roller coasters
Read full article: Ranking Florida’s top 5 roller coastersIs it fast, filled with epic twists and turns, sport an epic storyline all while still taking you on a smooth ride that doesn't make you want to puke? If so, it likely made the Florida's Fourth Estate top rollercoaster list.
Ranking the top 5 roller coasters in Florida
Read full article: Ranking the top 5 roller coasters in FloridaIs it fast, filled with epic twists and turns, sport an epic storyline all while still taking you on a smooth ride that doesn't make you want to puke? If so, it likely made the Florida's Fourth Estate top rollercoaster list.
Universal moves to build rail stop in Orlando’s tourism hub
Read full article: Universal moves to build rail stop in Orlando’s tourism hubUniversal Orlando Resort has filed paperwork and pledged 13 acres for a commuter rail station that could link the seventh busiest airport in the U.S. with the heart of the tourism district in one of the top travel destinations in the world.
Universal Orlando announces new Minions Land, complete with attraction and café
Read full article: Universal Orlando announces new Minions Land, complete with attraction and caféUniversal Orlando Resort is ready for you and your fellow Minions to test your villainous skills in an all-new attraction coming to Universal Studios Florida.
Actor among the stars: Tom Cruise may attempt spacewalk for movie, report says
Read full article: Actor among the stars: Tom Cruise may attempt spacewalk for movie, report saysTom Cruise has to go to space to save the day in a new movie in development at Universal and he may be the first civilian to perform a real spacewalk as part of it.
WATCH: Fight forced evacuation of parking garage at Universal Studios, Orlando police say
Read full article: WATCH: Fight forced evacuation of parking garage at Universal Studios, Orlando police sayA fight between children led to officers evacuating a parking garage at Universal Studios "out of an abundance of caution," according to Orlando police.
NBCUniversal CEO calls demand for Universal theme parks ‘historic’
Read full article: NBCUniversal CEO calls demand for Universal theme parks ‘historic’Jeff Shell, the CEO of NBCUniversal, discussed the economic condition of the company’s theme parks at the 24th Annual Credit Suisse Communications Conference Tuesday.
Movies love a comeback story. This summer, it's their turn.
Read full article: Movies love a comeback story. This summer, it's their turn.Hollywood is bringing out some of its biggest and most reliable players for the 2022 summer movie season, which unofficially kicks off this weekend with the help of Marvel and Disney’s “Doctor Strange and the Multitverse of Madness” and runs through the end of August.
2 men arrested after catalytic converters stolen from Universal Orlando
Read full article: 2 men arrested after catalytic converters stolen from Universal OrlandoTwo men have been arrested after they were accused of stealing catalytic converters from vehicles at a hotel parking lot at Universal, according to Orlando police.
Universal’s Epic Universe on track for summer 2025 opening, Comcast officials say
Read full article: Universal’s Epic Universe on track for summer 2025 opening, Comcast officials sayUniversal’s theme parks are bouncing back from the pandemic in a big way, with record profits in the last few months and strong attendance growth, according to earnings reports released Thursday.
‘Spider-Man’ surpasses $1B globally in second weekend
Read full article: ‘Spider-Man’ surpasses $1B globally in second weekendEven with some mighty competition from new Matrix and Sing movies and rising concerns over the omicron variant, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” stayed in the No. 1 spot, with $81.5 million according to studio estimates Sunday.
Freeform announces 25 Days of Christmas schedule, and there are so many movies to watch
Read full article: Freeform announces 25 Days of Christmas schedule, and there are so many movies to watchBesides giving and receiving presents, the next best thing about the holidays is all the Christmas movies -- and Freeform has so many for you watch this month.
‘Dear Evan Hansen’ opens 2nd to ‘Shang-Chi’ at box office
Read full article: ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ opens 2nd to ‘Shang-Chi’ at box office“Dear Evan Hansen” may have been a hit on Broadway, but the filmed adaptation of the Tony-winning show is off to a slow start at the box office in its first weekend in theaters.
Orlando theme parks have tightened security since 9/11
Read full article: Orlando theme parks have tightened security since 9/11For many theme parks, the terror attacks on America that day highlighted the need for tighter security as officials realized that large venues could become targets for terrorism.
Local attorney teams with Shaggy, Flo Rida to salute health care workers with a free concert
Read full article: Local attorney teams with Shaggy, Flo Rida to salute health care workers with a free concertAttorney Dan Newlin will bring Central Florida a free concert to celebrate the region’s health care workers.