Dedication Day: Magic Kingdom celebrates its opening in 1971
On October 25th, 1971, Magic Kingdom held its grand opening and dedication ceremony. Roy O. Disney read a dedication plaque aloud with Mickey Mouse at his side.
Assistant director told Alec Baldwin gun was 'cold' before movie set shooting
An assistant director of the film “Rust” told Alec Baldwin that a weapon he gave him was safe to use in the moments before the actor fatally shot a cinematographer, according to court documents in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Marine Corps veteran disarms robbery suspect at Yuma gas station; will receive valor award
Officials with the Yuma County Sheriff's Office say a Marine Corps veteran ended an armed robbery at a gas station by disarming one of the suspects as they entered the store.
Viral photo shows police walking 9-foot alligator on leash: Here's why
“Is he joining the K9 unit?” one person joked.
Florida woman spots alligator in clouds
"Proof that Florida man has grown more powerful and can now control the weather," one viewer wrote.
Central Florida man wins $1M on scratch-off, will splurge on new toothbrush
He chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $795,000.
Massive sunfish rescued from fishnet off Spanish coast
A sunfish weighing more than 2,200 pounds and measuring 9 feet 5 inches long was released back into the ocean after it became trapped in a fishing net off the coast of Ceuta, Spain, on October 4, scientists said.
Gabby Petito update: Everything known about her death, search for Brian Laundrie
Gabby Petito’s remains were found in the Bridger-Teton National Forest in September. Now, authorities are searching for her boyfriend who arrived home without her from their cross-country trip.
VIDEO: Little girl bows at Disney princesses at Magic Kingdom
While watching the Disney Princesses, Diana said that her five-year-old daughter began to wave and bow at the princesses, paying them respect.
Gabby Petito: Timeline of disappearance, death and Brian Laundrie search
Gabby Petito, 22, vanished after going on a cross-country trip with her boyfriend in a converted camper van. Here is a timeline of her disappearance, death and the developments in the case.
Disney releases details on EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Walt Disney World said that the festival, which celebrates performing, culinary, and visual arts, coincides with ‘The World’s Most Magical Celebration,’
Royal Caribbean announces 'Ultimate World Cruise' visiting 150 destinations
Royal Caribbean is planning to take cruise lovers on a voyage around the world in one go, starting Dec. 2023.
Contest calls for home bakers to have recipe on Betty Crocker cake box
Winners will have their recipes displayed on a custom package and win a Betty Crocker prize pack!
National Park Service: Man seen hitting baseball into Grand Canyon
Officials with the National Park Service say they are in contact with a person who was seen hitting baseballs into the Grand Canyon on Oct. 17.
Nikolas Cruz pleads guilty to 2018 Parkland school shooting
The guilty pleas will set the stage for a penalty trial in which 12 jurors will determine whether Cruz should be sentenced to death or life in prison.
Alabama lifeguards help 95-year-old down to beach every day during her stay
Lifeguards in Alabama helped one elderly woman have some great beach days despite not being able to make it on her own down to the sand.
Disney Genie launches: Your guide to the new service
Disney described the new service as "a complementary and convenient new digital service" to help park guests better plan their day.
Orange County Animal Services wants to find home for Cano — shelter's longest resident
Orange County Animal Services wants its longest shelter resident to find his forever home.
Disney's 50th anniversary celebration underway: What to expect
Festivities will begin on October 1st, the same day the theme park company opened its first Florida park in 1971, and go for 18 months.
The future of Walt Disney World: New rides, shows, and more
There are so many attractions, shows, and experiences under development at the Florida resort and we are taking a look at what comes next.