'Splash Mountain' ride at Walt Disney World, Disneyland to be re-themed

The ride will reportedly be set in 1966 New Orleans and will join Princess Tiana and Louis on a musical adventure, featuring music from the film.

Disney World plans to reopen, despite spike in COVID-19 cases

Disney announced it is delaying the reopening of its California theme parks. Park officials in Florida have signaled that Walt Disney World will reopen as scheduled, though some are calling for delays. Disney World set to begin a phased reopening of theme parks July 11.

Some Disney hotels reopen for guests who booked in advance

Some resorts have reopened at Walt Disney World Resort. Capacity has been reduced due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Thousands of Disney workers get called back to work

With Disney reopening on July 11, guests will see changes, even before walking into the park.

Walt Disney World sues Orange County over property taxes

Disney is once again suing the Orange County property appraiser over 2019 tax assessments for its theme parks, resorts, employee buildings and other structures.

Disney World releases safety guidelines for hotels ahead of reopening

Disney will begin to reopen select Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground starting on June 22. The parks will officially begin reopening in July. 

'Star Wars' Stormtroopers now patrolling Disney Springs, enforcing social distancing protocol

Visitors are currently required to undergo temperature screenings, wear masks and abide by new physical distancing protocols, some of which are indicated by ground markings or physical barriers — and some of which are shouted at you by a couple of wisecracking Stormtroopers.

NBA owners approve plan to restart 22-team season in Orlando, AP source says

It is the most significant step yet in the process of trying to resume a season that was suspended nearly three months ago because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Disney suspends FastPass service, cancels dining reservations

Disney will reopen its Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom theme parks on July 11 followed by Hollywood Studios and Epcot on July 15. 

Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando to present reopening plans on Wednesday

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings announced that Walt Disney World and SeaWorld Orlando will present their reopening plans at 10 a.m. on Wednesday to the task.