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Disney World’s struggling $5,000 Star Wars hotel slashes prices, cancels summer dates

Walt Disney World’s highly hyped Star Wars hotel that debuted to months of sold out “voyages” has seen demand cool so dramatically that the Florida theme park giant has been forced to offer steep discounts on the pricey experience and cancel dates in the middle of summer.

The Orange County Register

Florida GOP gives DeSantis control of Disney district

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will soon take control of Walt Disney World’s self-governing district

The Independent UK

DeSantis nears takeover of Disney government in Florida

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has moved one step closer to taking over Walt Disney World's self-governing district

The Independent UK

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Will Disney, Universal affordable housing projects lead the way for more?

As Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando help build affordable apartments for employees and the public, questions remain about who is going to get to live there and what other local businesses, if any, will follow suit.

Orlando Sentinel

Disney faces losing control of its kingdom with Florida bill

Disney’s government in Florida has been the envy of any private business, with its unprecedented powers in deciding what to build and how to build it at Walt Disney World

The Independent UK

A new bill in Florida would give the governor control of Disney's governing district

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis would take control over the board of a special governing district Walt Disney World operates in Florida under a bill introduced Monday.

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Florida to begin session on Disney district, migrant flights

Florida lawmakers are meeting to complete a state takeover of Walt Disney World’s self-governing district and expand a migrant relocation program

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Disney World unions vote down offer covering 45,000 workers

Union members voted down a contract proposal covering tens of thousands of Walt Disney World service workers, saying it didn’t go far enough toward helping employees face cost-of-living hikes in housing and other expenses in central Florida

The Independent UK

Florida lawmakers to meet next week on Disney, immigration

Florida lawmakers will meet next week to complete a state takeover of Walt Disney World’s self-governing district and debate proposals on immigration and election crimes

The Independent UK

Legislature calls special session to retain Disney special status but create oversight board

After months of intrigue, Florida lawmakers will meet in special session next week to consider a plan to reverse their decision to dissolve Walt Disney World’s special taxing district and instead approve a state board to oversee it.

Miami Herald

Brits can stay in a secret Disney suite - if you can prove how big a fan you are

Ten Disney fans and their families will battle it out at the Disneyland Paris, Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and a sailing aboard a Disney Cruise Line ship

Daily Mirror

Find your car in Dory 445: Disney renames Epcot parking lot sections for characters

ORLANDO, Fla. — Say farewell to Journey, Amaze, Imagine, Discover, Create, Explore and Wonder. Walt Disney World is changing the names of Epcot’s parking lot sections from those words to the names of characters seen in films, mostly animated ones.

Orlando Sentinel

Disney, Universal report heart issues, falls on attractions

Visitors at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando suffered heart issues, a seizure and falls while on rides at the theme parks, the state’s quarterly injury report revealed Tuesday.

Orlando Sentinel

Disney World to tweak park reservations for annual passholders, allow impromptu visits after 2 p.m.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Walt Disney World will relax — but not eliminate — its requirement for park reservations for its annual passholders in the coming months, the company has announced.

Orlando Sentinel

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Disney sets dates for ‘Happily Ever After’ return, ‘Harmonious’ farewell

ORLANDO, Calif. — Walt Disney World has announced the return date of “Happily Ever After” fireworks show at Magic Kingdom and revealed an update on its nighttime spectacular plans for Epcot.

The Independent UK

'Don't Say Gay' feud advances with new proposed legislation

Florida lawmakers say they will move to increase state control of Walt Disney World’s private government

The Orange County Register

Disneyland issues ‘Courtesy’ warning after increase in fights at Disney theme parks

Disneyland has followed the lead of Walt Disney World in issuing a new “Courtesy” warning after a string of fights, brawls and screaming matches in recent months have damaged the family-friendly reputation of Disney’s theme parks in Anaheim and Florida.

The Independent UK

Walt Disney World faces backlash for tweeting ‘1939 was a vibe’ after people point out what happened that year

‘Are we sure 1939 was a vibe???’ one person replied

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Miami Herald

Key Florida lawmaker says DeSantis won’t back down on Disney. But signs point to truce

MIAMI — The sponsor of the bill to repeal Walt Disney World’s special taxing district denied reports that legislators are planning to “reverse course” and suggested that while a compromise is possible, it could still dramatically dismember the special privileges the company has held for 55 years.

Reason

Is Florida Giving Up Its Fight Against 'Woke' Disney?

Lawmakers are reportedly planning to undo legislation that would have revoked Disney's special tax and governance status.

Los Angeles Times

Bob Iger's tallest order at Disney: preparing his own replacement

Bob Iger faces daunting challenges in his return to lead the Walt Disney Co. What to do about ESPN? How to make Disney+ profitable? Preserving fan loyalty at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Navigating a possible recession.

Orlando Sentinel

‘Strange World’ animator inspired by Disney World attraction

ORLANDO, Fla. — Like many kids who grew up in Central Florida, Michael Woodside had an annual pass to Walt Disney World. But little did he know that his family’s frequent visits to the theme parks would lead him out of this galaxy and to a “Strange World” as part…

Orlando Sentinel

Will Disney layoffs, hiring freeze affect Disney World?

Layoffs and a hiring freeze are coming within the Walt Disney Co. soon, according to a memo from Disney CEO Bob Chapek, but it is unclear if Walt Disney World will be affected by the cutbacks.

Orlando Sentinel

Disney World, Universal and SeaWorld shut down early for Tropical Storm Nicole

ORLANDO, Fla. — Walt Disney World is closing its theme parks in phases for Tropical Storm Nicole starting Wednesday, and the resort was closing some hotels Wednesday afternoon ahead of the storm’s local arrival.

Orlando Sentinel

Disney, other tourism workers need $18 minimum wage, report says

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando’s tourism workers, long among the lowest paid in the region’s economy, must earn at least $18 per hour to meet basic needs, a hospitality industry union argues in a report released Thursday.

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