Status of drop-tower rides at major theme parks after teen's death in Orlando
While most of these attractions are not exactly the same as the tower ride in Orlando where a 14-year-old boy died, some parks have issued statements about their individual safety protocols.
Orlando FreeFall death: State hires forensic team to investigate after teen falls from ride
The state has hired a forensic team to investigate the Orlando FreeFall ride after 14-year-old Tyre Sampson died when he fell from the attraction on March 24.
Florida hires forensic firm to investigate Tyre Sampson death from Orlando FreeFall ride
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried promised a “complete and thorough investigation” into how a 14-year-old teenager fell from the Orlando FreeFall drop tower last week at ICON Park.
Orlando FreeFall ride death: Family friend who took Tyre Sampson to ICON Park speaks
The family who took Tyre Sampson to ICON Park the night he died spoke exclusively to FOX 35 News about the tragedy.
Orlando FreeFall ride death: $20 belt may have saved teen's life, expert says
An amusement ride inventor said Tyre Sampson’s death could have been prevented with a simple addition to the seat.
Family of teen who fell from Orlando drop tower ride petition to have it shut down for good
About two dozen people marched along International Drive on Tuesday calling for the Orlando FreeFall ride to be shut down for good.
Orlando FreeFall death: Ride safety experts say teen's harness was not properly secured
Forensic inspectors from Explico Engineering out of Michigan spent hours Tuesday afternoon taking a close look at the Orlando FreeFall ride at ICON Park, at times using a laser scanner. FOX 35 News asked two ride safety experts to take a look at a video recorded on the evening of the deadly fall.
Beaumont-area drill team delivers 'inappropriate chant' during performance at Walt Disney World
Video of a Beaumont-area drill team is attracting social media attention following their performance at Walt Disney World in Orlando.
SchlitterBahn Galveston set to open for Spring Break with nearly $3 million in renovations
They are excited to highlight the almost $3M in off-season enhancements that include employee training, new furniture throughout the park, and brand new paint jobs on some of their family fave favorite rides.
SeaWorld Orlando announces opening date for Ice Breaker roller coaster
“Get ready for uncharted chills on the all-new Ice Breaker coaster!”
Disneyland guests trapped on Pirates of the Caribbean ride on Halloween
Riders were apparently stuck on the malfunctioned ride for roughly 90 minutes.
Disney's 50th anniversary celebration underway: What to expect
Festivities will begin on October 1st, the same day the theme park company opened its first Florida park in 1971, and go for 18 months.
Colorado theme park that killed 6-year-old had previous seatbelt complaints, lawsuit says
Prior to the accident, Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park had previous complaints about passengers not being properly secured
The future of Walt Disney World: New rides, shows, and more
There are so many attractions, shows, and experiences under development at the Florida resort and we are taking a look at what comes next.
10 secrets about Disney World you never knew
As parkgoers get ready to celebrate the 50th anniversary on October 1, here are some of the most interesting secrets and facts about the beloved resort!
On This Day: Epcot opened at Walt Disney World in 1982
Walt described Epcot as “the most exciting and by far the most important part of our Florida project — in fact the heart of everything we will be doing in Disney World."
Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World opened 50 years ago today
Disney said that the first phase included the Magic Kingdom park, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.
What attractions were open when Magic Kingdom debuted in 1971?
Several attractions at Magic Kingdom were open on October 1st, 1971. Many of them are still operating to this day. Here's information about each one.
'Remy's Ratatouille Adventure' officially opens at EPCOT
The new ride is based on Disney and Pixar’s beloved Academy Award-winning "Ratatouille."
Disney World cast members who worked in 1971 look down memory lane
Tony, Pam and Forrest have one big thing in common: They were Cast Members on day one of Walt Disney World's grand opening back on Oct. 1, 1971. A half-century later, they still have pixie dust in their lives.