Orlando FreeFall ride to be torn down after Tyre Sampson's death, operators confirm
Tyre Sampson died in March after plunging to his death while riding the Orlando FreeFall, which has been closed ever since.
Disney, Universal reopening after weathering Hurricane Ian
Orlando theme parks that temporarily shut their doors in the face of Hurricane Ian are beginning to reopen.
2-year-old child struck by train at NJ amusement park, police say
Police said the child was airlifted to a hospital and listed in critical condition.
Six Flags CEO plans to raise prices, says parks turned into 'day care center for teenagers'
The company's new strategy is meant to keep "rowdy" teenagers from running amok.
Roller coaster crash at Legoland park in Germany injures 34
Two roller coaster trains crashed into each other Thursday at an amusement park in southern Germany, injuring at least 34 people, two of them severely, German media reported.
Disney World brawl: Fists fly in video taken of fight at Magic Kingdom, witness tells FOX 35
Another brawl reportedly broke out at Walt Disney World Resort this week, the second altercation reported at the Florida attraction in recent weeks.
'We won't accept that': Family seen in viral Sesame Place video accuses park of discrimination
A family accusing Sesame Place of discrimination spoke publicly at a press conference in New York and called for the firing of the employee seen in the viral video with the two girls.
Sesame Place facing backlash after woman posts video of 2 girls being ignored by theme park character
A mother is speaking out on social media after she says a theme park character at Sesame Place ignored her children and greeted others. Sesame Place has since released a statement, but the mother alleges the park is just trying to save their appearance.
Knott's Berry Farm reopens after multiple fights among teens closes park early
Multiple fights at Knott's Berry Farm forced the park to close early Saturday. Three people were injured according to the Orange County Fire Authority.
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.