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West Edmonton Mall retiring Mindbender roller coaster after 37 years
The ride is partially known for a derailment and three fatalities in 1986.
Tron Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom will open with virtual queue and free lockers
The ride vehicles will have a small compartment for your phone.
Walt Disney World unions likely to reject contract offer
Disney offering dollar annual raise, unions want to start with $3 more.
SeaWorld Entertainment promotes executives, with new "chief transformation officer"
The company also appointed a "chief accounting officer" separate of the CFO.
Contractor dies working on Adventureland roller coaster construction site
The man reportedly fell on ice.
Busch Gardens Tampa will reopen Falcon's Fury drop ride this spring
The park closed the ride after a fatal accident on the drop tower in Orlando.
Splash Mountain closes at Magic Kingdom, rehab starts for Tiana's Bayou Adventure
The closure and reimagining of the ride was announced in June 2020.
Performer hurt in stunt show at Universal Studios Hollywood
The performer's condition is unknown.
Elitch Gardens owners buy nearby vacant property
The owners have no specific plans yet for the property.
Disneyland sued by family of deceased over Jungle Cruise incident
The disabled woman fell exiting a boat, and later died following surgery for injuries.
Disneyland resume annual pass sales
The sale is expected to be brief.
Frisco, Texas residents express concerns over mini Universal theme park
Mayor suggests that traffic and crime issues are not concerns.
Universal announces new regional attractions in Texas and Nevada
The Texas location will be kid-friendly, while the other will be a haunt attraction in Las Vegas.
Disney reverses some changes in policy and costs at US parks
Resort hotels at Walt Disney World will no longer charge for parking, reservations not necessary for passholders in most cases.
DeSantis reportedly wants to bring Disney's Reedy Creek under state control
It's unclear if the Florida governor actually has the authority to do anything under current law.
San Diego still pursuing SeaWorld for rent
The city says the company still owes rent for 2020.
LA Times previews Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood
The new land is set to open on February 17.
Sparks fly on The Wheel in Orlando when it loses power, three hours pass evacuating guests
The fire department says 20 cabins were occupied by guests.
Universal Orlando announces Villain-Con Minion Blast for 2023
The attraction updates will also include a Minion Cafe.
Universal's Epic Universe on track for 2025 opening, according to NBCUniversal CEO
The new park will be the fourth gate in Orlando.
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Splash Mountain closes at Magic Kingdom, rehab starts for Tiana's Bayou Adventure
Disneyland sued by family of deceased over Jungle Cruise incident
Performer hurt in stunt show at Universal Studios Hollywood
Elitch Gardens owners buy nearby vacant property
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