5 Orlando nightclubs close amid challenges of doing business downtown

Five nightclubs in downtown Orlando have closed their doors in the past year, the latest blow to the area’s nightlife scene.

'Cirque Mechanics' brings holiday magic to Orlando's Dr. Phillips Center

The holiday season is lighting up at the Dr. Phillips Center in downtown Orlando, where a massive circus tent is being erected on the center’s front lawn for a special holiday performance by Cirque Mechanics.

Orlando Police crack down on downtown nightlife with 'Operation Nightcap'

Downtown Orlando businesses have been put on notice as the police department intensifies efforts to curb the party atmosphere and enhance safety through its latest initiative, Operation Nightcap.

Orlando Ballet's 'The Nutcracker' returns to Dr. Phillips Center this week

Orlando Ballet's "The Nutcracker" will run from Dec. 6 to Dec. 22 at Steinmetz Hall at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.

Mattel sued over 'Wicked' dolls packaging that included adult website link

Mattel was hit with a class action lawsuit after dolls which the toy company created in partnership with the new Universal Pictures film "Wicked" were released in packaging that included the address for a pornographic website.

'Disability is not fictional': 'Wicked' star Marissa Bode slams ableist jokes over her role as Nessarose

Marissa Bode, who recently starred as Nessarose in the new cinematic adaptation of "Wicked," boldly confronted the flurry of ableist jokes and hate messages that have marred her groundbreaking performance.

Ryan Reynolds tops list of preferred celebrity roommates

Zillow may have the scoop on the latest housing trends, but it also knows which celebrity is believed to be the most ideal roommate. Here’s who topped the list.

Spotify Wrapped 2024 arrives: What’s new, and who is most-streamed

Spotify Wrapped 2024 is finally here. Here’s a look at what’s new this year, and the artists and songs that were streamed the most.

What's coming to Walt Disney World in 2025? Here's a preview

The theme park battle is ramping up. With Universal preparing to open its highly anticipated Epic Universe park, Disney is rolling out updates across all four of its Florida parks in 2025.

‘The Oprah Podcast’ launches: What to know

Oprah Winfrey has her next book club pick and a new platform to talk books and other topics of the day.

Orlando theme park holiday events: Disney, Universal and Seaworld

Orlando’s theme parks are transforming for the holiday season. Here’s what to expect at Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando, and Legoland Florida.

YSL RICO Trial: Verdicts reached for Deamonte Kendrick (Yak Gotti), Shannon Stillwell

After an extensive and tumultuous trial, the jury reached verdicts for the two remaining defendants in the high-profile YSL RICO case in Fulton County on Tuesday morning.

Here are the most fun cities in America

Depending on what you like to do for entertainment in your spare time, these cities offer a variety of options, and here’s where your area ranks.