Columbus, OH

Orlando, FL

Universal Orlando has transitioned the All Hallows’ Eve Boutique in Islands of Adventure to become the “Boardwalk Bootique”, featuring Lil Boo and Halloween Horror Nights 33 merchandise. The store is located in the Lost Continent, and transitions throughout the year; selling seasonal merchandise. The Boardwalk Bootique is...

Boardwalk Bootique takes over All Hallows Boutique at Islands of Adventure for the Halloween Horror Nights 2024 season

Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando has announced that they will be celebrating the beginning of the new academic year with “Back to Hogwarts,” a seasonal celebration through September 1, that invites guests and fans to experience the magic of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and flaunt their house pride: Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, and Ravenclaw.

Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando to celebrate “Back to Hogwarts” at “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” this August

Walt Disney World Resort security cast members allegedly went too far in an invasive search of a 10-year-old guest. His mother took to social media to complain about the incident at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Guests must interact with Disney security cast members upon entering Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s...

Disney World Employee Forces 10-Year-Old to Strip in Front of Other Guests

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If you’ve been enjoying the vibrant food scene in Thornton Park, you might have heard some bittersweet news—Graffiti Junktion, the spot known for its top-notch burgers and laid-back vibe, has officially closed. After 16 years of serving up some of the best burgers in Orlando, the eatery has said its goodbyes. Here’s a closer look at why this cherished spot is shutting down and what it means for the community.

Favorite Florida Burger Place Closed Because Wages and Costs Went Up

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

New Jersey State

Hollywood, FL

New York Post

New footage shows the moments after a young girl was rescued from a hot car while her mother was shopping, Florida police said — though the parent reportedly won’t be prosecuted in the incident.

The 4-year-old was pulled to safety from the SUV in the parking lot of Walmart last Sunday after her mother, Anastasiya Motalava, was in the megastore for more than 30 minutes, Hollywood police said.

First responders rushed to the scene after a witness heard the girl screaming from a cracked window of the car, which was not running, authorities said, according to NBC 6. 

Temperatures hit 90 that...

Florida girl, 4, rescued from hot car while mom shopped in Walmart for 30 minutes

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For more than 160 years, Macy's has been much more than a department store. It's a cornerstone of American shopping, with generations eager to buy everything from back-to-school clothes to holiday gifts. But now it is a surprise that the store has been forced to close, leaving millions to wonder how such a powerful and fast-moving brand could be defeated. Macy's, the US retail giant, now faces a difficult future. Signs of trouble have been showing for several years, including declining traffic, aging stores, and an inability to keep up with a fast-paced retail environment. However, experts say the real story is corporate mismanagement, intense competition, and a lack of innovation.

The Fall of Macy's: Inside the Collapse of America's Largest Merchant

New York City, NY

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Florida State

One of the most popular theme parks in Florida has confirmed sorrowful news, announcing that it will cease operations effective today. Florida is home to some of the most popular theme parks in the United States, including Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld Orlando. Unfortunately, severe weather...

Florida Theme Park Ceases All Operations Effective Today

Los Angeles, CA

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L.A. TACO

L.A. TACO has identified the police officer seen in a viral video sucker-punching a detained man named Alexander Mitchell in Watts over the weekend as Los Angeles Police Department Officer (LAPD) Joshua Sportiello.

LAPD Officer Identified After Punching Detained Man In Face In Watts On Video

An accident at Walt Disney World resulted in the Disney Tram Services being shut down. An SUV somehow got stuck on the barriers outside Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The SUV somehow got stuck on the poles that separate regular car traffic and tram traffic. We received these photos from @Mateogf98...

Parking Lot Trams Closed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom After SUV Somehow Gets Stuck on Barrier

Long Beach, CA

It’s been a few years… a few long years… but the Queen Mary is ready to host Halloween again in style. After taking a break and hosting Shaqtoberfest for the last two years, the time is now right for Dark Harbor to rise from its grave. Up...

Queen Mary Dark Harbor Rises Again for the 2024 Haunt Season

A Walt Disney World Resort guest was shocked when he and his nephew were forced to change in front of multiple adult guests. The two were visiting Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park when the incident occurred. Everyone’s familiar with Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom...

Guests at Disney World Reportedly Forced to Disrobe in Public

Sanford, FL

Soul food, a favorite from the South, is loved by many Floridians who used to live up North. Florida is home to popular soul food places like Seth's and Happy Soul. Unfortunately, another favorite, Angel's Soul Food in Sanford, has been closed after a state inspection.

Florida soul food restaurant found with debris, "Mold-Like" substance, and raw sewage on the floor

Florida is known for its sunshine, stunning beaches, and unique quirks, but there’s more to the Sunshine State than meets the eye. Beneath the palm trees and theme parks lies a world of surprising sensitivities that can catch even the most well-meaning visitor off guard. Here are 10 things that seriously offend Floridians, revealed with a wink and a nod to our beloved state’s eccentricities.

10 Surprising Things That Seriously Offend People from Florida

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A law firm rated the most dangerous beaches, taking into account shark attacks and rip currents that kill surfers, and there was only one non-Florida beach in the top 25.

Shark Watch: Top 10 most dangerous beaches involving shark attacks, surfer deaths

Tampa, FL

This was the week Busch Gardens Tampa Bay was set to change the news about the theme park. In late June, the park made news for a violent brawl that online organizers called a “takeover” of Busch Gardens Tampa. After that incident, the organizers of the first event...

After Threats of Another Violent ‘Takeover,’ Florida Theme Park Delays the Opening of Its Newest Coaster

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Yoda, a tiny 9-pound senior Shih Tzu who is ready to steal your heart. This little pup is an older boy who has lived his life loved by a caring owner. Sadly, his owner recently passed away, and their family was not able to take care of Yoda. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England was able to take him in and place him safely with a foster. He still has a lot of life left in him, and he hopes to spend the majority of it snoozing in YOUR bed.

This Tiny Shih Tzu Who Lost His Owner Is Now Looking For New Family

Thousands of Floridians fell victim to a false National Weather Advisory, leading hundreds of Walt Disney World Resort vacationers to believe their trips were in jeopardy. Chief Meteorologist Speaks Out After False National Weather Alert Sends Thousands of Floridians and Disney World Guests Into Panic. Those alerts or Facebook posts...

Disney World Parks Thrown Into Chaos as 3,000 Floridians Panic Over Fraudulent Advisory

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A shark bit a Florida teenager on the leg during a lifeguard training camp Monday morning, officials said.The attack occurred near the Ponce Inlet lifeguard tower shortly before noon, Volusia County Beach Safety officials said. The 14-year-old boy had been practicing water entries when he landed on a shark. The boy dove onto a blacktip shark, which witnesses said was 4 to 5 feet long, CBS affiliate WKMG reported.The teen's injuries weren't considered life-threatening, officials said. He was taken by his parents to get stitches.Monday's attack comes just days after two separate bite incidents in nearby New Smyrna Beach. A...

14-year-old bitten by shark during lifeguard training camp in Florida

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Skull Lordz scare zone coming to Halloween Horror Nights 2024 at Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced Skull Lordz, a new original scare zone that will be featured at Halloween Horror Nights 2024. Universal only provided a summary...

Skull Lordz scare zone coming to Halloween Horror Nights 2024 at Universal Studios Hollywood

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