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EXCLUSIVE: Teen girls recall Jersey Shore ride malfunction that left them stuck hanging upside down

August 8, 2026

EXCLUSIVE: Teen girls recall Jersey Shore ride malfunction that left them stuck hanging upside down

Two 13-year-olds recall the terrifying minutes they spent stuck upside down on the Wipe Out ride at Castaway Cove in Ocean City, New Jersey.

Disneyland, actors' union clash over parental leave, benefits as union negotiates first contract

August 6, 2026

Disneyland, actors' union clash over parental leave, benefits as union negotiates first contract

A newly formed union for Disneyland's performers is in tense negotiations with Disney as employees struggle to get by in one of America's most expensive states.

Ride malfunctions at popular Jersey Shore boardwalk, leaving riders hanging upside down

August 5, 2026

Ride malfunctions at popular Jersey Shore boardwalk, leaving riders hanging upside down

Video captures passengers trapped upside down on the Wipe Out ride at Ocean City Boardwalk after an apparent malfunction halted the attraction mid-cycle.

Neighbors say riders' screams from Universal coaster pierce their windows day and night

August 4, 2026

Neighbors say riders' screams from Universal coaster pierce their windows day and night

Angry residents say screaming from riders on Universal Studios Hollywood's new "Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift" roller coaster echoes through their neighborhood day and night.

Disneyland guests left scrambling after water outage shuts bathrooms and restaurants

July 29, 2026

Disneyland guests left scrambling after water outage shuts bathrooms and restaurants

A citywide water pressure outage in Anaheim forced Disneyland to temporarily close restrooms and restaurants, leaving guests scrambling for options.

Iconic coaster to take final ride, and fans say goodbye after decades of thrills

July 23, 2026

Iconic coaster to take final ride, and fans say goodbye after decades of thrills

Kumba, the iconic Busch Gardens Tampa Bay roller coaster, will close Aug. 2 after 33 years, but a $100 million replacement is already in the works.

Disney World guest with heart condition dies of cardiac emergency after iconic ride

July 17, 2026

Disney World guest with heart condition dies of cardiac emergency after iconic ride

A 54-year-old man with a pre-existing heart condition suffered a cardiac emergency on the "It's a Small World" ride at Magic Kingdom. He later died at a hospital.

Rising costs force beloved amusement park to make toughest decision after 50 years

July 11, 2026

Rising costs force beloved amusement park to make toughest decision after 50 years

Fiesta Village Family Fun Park is closing after 50 years, and the owners cite rising operating costs and declining attendance. Fans shared their nostalgic memories.

Terrifying scene unfolds at Six Flags as storm-toppled tree sends 4 guests to hospital

July 6, 2026

Terrifying scene unfolds at Six Flags as storm-toppled tree sends 4 guests to hospital

A fallen tree struck four guests near the park entrance as severe thunderstorm warnings were issued across the metro Atlanta area on Sunday.

New Jersey coastal city clashes over proposal to transform amusement park into luxury hotel

July 4, 2026

New Jersey coastal city clashes over proposal to transform amusement park into luxury hotel

A 5-2 council vote rezoned the former Gillian's Wonderland Pier site for rehabilitation, but a planned lawsuit challenges the boardwalk hotel proposal.