Orlando FreeFall: Florida lawmaker calls for 'loophole' in law to be closed after teenager died on ride
Tyre Sampson, 14, died after falling off of the Orlando FreeFall ride at ICON Park in Orlando, Florida, March 24.
Ben Crump: Teen's death on Orlando FreeFall 'worst tragedy captured on video' since George Floyd
Tyre Sampson, 14, died after he fell from the Orlando FreeFall ride while on Spring Break in Florida.
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 ride at Orlando's ICON Park want it closed for good
The family of 14-year-old Tyre Sampson have hired attorneys after the boy fell to his death from the Orlando Free Fall ride on Thursday night.
How teen fell off ride at Orlando's ICON Park: Deputies, state inspectors investigate causes
The frantic moments after a 14-year-old boy fell to his death from the Orlando Free Fall ride at ICON Park late Thursday night were all caught on camera.
Teen dies after fall from drop tower ride at Orlando's ICON PARK, authorities say
A teenager fell to his death while riding an Orlando-area drop tower attraction, according to officials with the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Six Flags Great America to hire 4,000 employees for the 2022 season
Six Flags Great America and Hurricane Harbor Chicago are planning to hire 4,000 new employees ahead of the 2022 season.
Fright Fest set to return to Six Flags after pandemic hiatus
Fright Fest is coming back to Six Flags Great America for its 30th season, park officials announced on Tuesday.
Fright Fest returning to Six Flags Great America
Fright Fest is coming back to Six Flags Great America for its 30th season, park officials announced on Tuesday.
Suburban vaccination clinic offering free Six Flags tickets
Free tickets to Six Flags Great America will be offered at a vaccination clinic this weekend.
2 free Six Flags tickets for kids who get vaccinated Friday at Elgin clinic
On Friday, a vaccination clinic in Elgin will be giving out two free Six Flags Great America tickets to those ages 17 and under who get a COVID-19 shot.
250 gators removed from Walt Disney World since boy died in 2016 attack
Wildlife officials have removed 250 alligators from Disney properties in the five years since a 2-year-old boy was killed by an alligator at the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, according to the Orlando Sentinel.
Six Flags Great America now hiring for the 2021 season
Six Flags Great America opened over the weekend after being shuttered last summer and now they're looking to hire.
Walt Disney World sold out as spring breakers head to Florida
Visit Orlando says parks like Disney continue to operate on a reduced capacity and are maxing out ticket sales at those levels.
Universal hits capacity 10 minutes after opening as crowds pack in
Universal Orlando Resort has hit capacity several times this holiday season before noon.
Super Nintendo World opening in February with interactive Mario Kart ride
The park’s flagship experiences will be an interactive Mario Kart rollercoaster inside Bowser’s castle, where guests will wear augmented reality headsets and race through iconic Mario Kart courses.
Super Nintendo World to open at Universal Studios Japan in 2021
Earlier this year, it was announced that Super Nintendo World will be coming to Universal Orlando Resort's upcoming theme park, Epic Universe.
Splash Mountain ride vehicle became submerged underwater with guests onboard, video shows
Another rider posted photos of the incident as well, showing their feet submerged in water and the ride vehicle wet and submerged underwater.
Hurricane Harbor opens for limited summer season
Caitlin Kepplefrom Six Flags Great America talks about the opening of Hurricane Harbor.
Six Flags Great America outlines reopening plans, safety protocols
Hank Salemi, park president of Six Flags Great America, talks about where they are in the process of reopening and what kind of safety protocols could be implemented.