Universal Orlando's Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster catches fire as park phases out iconic ride
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster at Universal Orlando Resort caught fire Friday morning during demolition to make room for a new attraction.
Universal Orlando reopening Stardust Racers roller coaster two weeks after man's death
Universal Orlando is preparing to reopen its Stardust Racers roller coaster on Saturday following the death of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala on Sept. 17.
Attorneys say roller coaster had pattern of safety failures prior to rider's death: 'Not an isolated incident'
Attorneys for Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's family allege multiple riders suffered similar injuries on Universal's Stardust Racers ride before his death.
Family hires prominent civil rights attorney after Universal roller coaster death
Universal Epic Universe's Stardust Racers remains closed after Kevin Rodríguez Zavala's death, and Florida authorities are continuing to investigate.
Man who died after becoming unresponsive on Universal rollercoaster suffered laceration: First responders
Incident report and brief audio files released in connection with man's death following ride on Stardust Racers rollercoaster at Universal Epic Universe.
Man dies after becoming unresponsive on one of Universal's newest rides
Universal Epic Universe's Stardust Racers coaster remains closed after a guest died Wednesday night following the 62 mph thrill ride at the new theme park.
Florida theme park kicks off 34th season of Halloween Horror Nights
Halloween Horror Nights 34 at Universal Orlando features haunted houses based on Five Nights at Freddy's, Fallout and WWE starting Friday.
Buses burn after fire breaks out at Florida's Universal Orlando Resort's Epic Universe
Universal Orlando's Epic Universe experienced a fire at its bus depot that was swiftly contained by local firefighters at the recently opened theme park.
Universal Epic Universe opens in Florida: Take an inside look
Universal Epic Universe opens in Florida, featuring five themed worlds, cutting-edge technology and unique culinary experiences, posing a challenge to Disney.
Universal sparks outrage by opening Epic Universe preview tickets to the general public
Universal Orlando Resort said in a media release Tuesday it is now in its next phase of guest previews for Universal Epic Universe, which opens May 22.
Universal aims to cut into Disney’s theme park lead with massive new Orlando attraction
Universal Epic Universe opens to the public in Orlando, Florida, on May 22, 2025. Team members are currently testing park operations for the media and others.
Disney, Universal eye Friday reopening after Hurricane Milton
Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando are planning to restart operations at their Florida theme parks on Friday, now that Hurricane Milton has passed.
Disney, Universal in Florida prepare for Hurricane Helene
Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando have made some operational changes in response to Hurricane Helene. The Category 3 storm is headed for the Big Bend area of Florida.
Theme park revenues take a dive as inflation, high costs bite
Disney, Universal and Six Flags are reporting lower second-quarter earnings for their theme parks this year as inflation and high costs take their toll on U.S. families
Florida woman sues Universal Orlando, alleges 'traumatic brain injury' after riding coaster: lawsuit
A Florida woman claims that riding a thrill ride at Universal Orlando Resort caused her to suffer a brain injury, and is seeking $50,000 in damages, a lawsuit states.
Universal Studios Orlando Halloween Horror Nights: How show directors put the event together
FOX Business spoke to 4 show directors at Universal Studios Orlando in Florida — who shared how they got their jobs and what it takes to build haunted houses for a living.
Vegan butterbeer added to menus at Universal's Wizarding World of Harry Potter
A vegan-friendly, non-dairy butterbeer drink is now available at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter attraction at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood.
Universal announces new Texas theme park
Smaller attractions like this are emblematic of a shift in the company's larger strategy, which typically focuses on large destination resorts.
Hurricane Ian does damage to Universal Studios Florida
The Jurassic Park River Adventure ride at Universal Studios resort in Orlando, Florida, lost a huge chunk of siding due to Hurricane Ian's strong winds.
Florida theme parks announce plans, preparedness for Hurricane Ian
Attractions across Florida are taking to their websites and social media to announce any closures, preparedness, plans and what they will do with animals ahead of Hurricane Ian.
















