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Adimpact, which tracks political spending ads, says the current price tag for the dollar spent on the upcoming 2026 elections is just over $1 billion. Most of the money is spent on broadcasting, cable, radio, digital and satellite. Here are the remaining periods of 2025 and forecasts for 2026: 2026 is the most expensive midterm on record, with political advertising spending projected to rise by more than 20% from 2022. A $5 Billion Battle for Congress: The House and Senate races are projected to total $5 billion, almost half of all cycle spending. Early expenditure spikes: Advertisers already spent $900…

Gino, a western lowland gorilla and longtime resident of Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park, has died, Walt Disney World announced Wednesday.  He was 44. “For nearly 30 years, Gino touched countless lives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom with playful spirit, gentle humor and steady presence as a devoted father and troop leader,” Disney World posted on social media accounts. He was an original inhabitant of Animal Kingdom, which opened in 1998. And, at 400 pounds, became an imposing presence on the park’s Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail. He occasionally would stand and dramatically clap his chest. “Everybody takes notice — his family,…

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) – Steamboat Willy “For People?” This is a question that one of the largest personal injury law firms in the United States is seeking a decision from federal courts in central Florida. Law firm Morgan & Morgan sued Disney on Wednesday to get an ruling that would allow “Steamboat Willie” to be used in ads in a television commercial known for its catchphrase “For the People.” “Steamboat Willie” is a groundbreaking 1928 animated short film directed by Walt Disney, and was first released by Mickey and Minnie Mouse. The law firm said that US copyright expired due…

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) – Political activist Charlie Kirk was shot last week while discussing students on the University of Utah campus. The event became tragic as shooter Tyler James Robinson allegedly shot Kirk dead from a nearby rooftop.Kirk, for the days after his death, there was sympathy, repulsion and pointing. Still, leaders of the Florida Legislature at Capitol Hill are finding ways to celebrate Kirk’s contribution to life and freedom of speech. “He’s now, in my opinion, more powerfully influenced the movement than ever,” said Rep. Jimmy Patronis (R-FL). Rep. Patronis worked with U.S. Senator Rick Scott on October 14,…

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Florida set a record of run counts this year. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed more death warrants this year than his predecessor, with 11 people deadly in 2025. Previously, the state had the most executions set. It was set in 2014 when then-Governor Sen. Rickscott signed eight death jail warrants. Latest Stories: Health Hack TGH, which helps you “lock in” your health, how to provide caring care for urinary cancer patients that protect your golden age with early detection Three more people are scheduled to be executed this year, but here is the current list of people…

Escambia County, Fla. (WKRG) — Escambia County Commissioner Mike Kohler has proposed the idea of ​​renaming a road in one county as political activist Charlie Kirk and many voices are ready to oppose Tuesday’s committee. Local app developers share why the Apple iOS 26 update is “beautiful” The county commissioners ultimately voted not to rename North Avenue either “Charlie Kirk Way” or “Turning Point Way.” Robin Leisured, a resident of Escambia, shares concerns about changing the street name after the late Charlie Kirk. (WKRG) “So, would you ask me if I want your address to be Charlie Kirk Way before…

WINTER SPRINGS, Fla. (WFLA) — A woman killed in Winter Springs on Tuesday was killed after being thrown from a wheelchair and crashed into a half-squad. According to release from the Winter Springs Police Department, officers responded to a pedestrian-involved traffic accident that occurred at the corner of SR-434 and Bell Avenue. At the scene, officers said they found a woman lying on the road, who died of injuries that appeared to coincide with being hit by a half-interlude trailer. The WSPD said the woman identified as 58-year-old Colene Ruhl was on the sidewalk moving east in an electric wheelchair…

It’s funny that this story is served alongside reviews of one of the most epic new restaurants in the city. This is a story featuring Sous Vide Organic Chicken and Admitted Duck Carnitas, which ranks me a bunch of food that tastes and essentially carnival, but this is the food, the beauty of the people. From imported stone counters at Orlando’s finest Omakaze eateries to Slingslappy Joe’s at theme park kiosks, me, and in fact most people, are here for it. You can’t eat either of these things every day. And there are budgetary reasons, and perhaps health-related reasons. But…

Walt Disney World has rolled out a new three-day ticket offer to Florida residents that are valid until almost the end of 2025. Tickets for the 3-day park are currently on sale for $210. Suitable for visits from October 5th to December 23rd. Valid only at Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Parks. It’s not a Magic Kingdom. Visitors can visit one of these three parks multiple times under this plan, and the visit does not have to be consecutive days. A theme park reservation is required and is subject to availability. With tickets for Florida residents,…

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens are throwing 13-year residents of the Farewell Party, One Horned Cyro Cello and Sanford Attraction for PJ. The animals are being taken to the Buffalo Zoo as part of a species survival plan, a related function of the zoo and aquarium. The role of PJs helps support the population as breeding men. Buffalo Zoo has successfully bred this species. They produce three offspring through natural and scientific breeding methods. The farewell event will be set Saturday from 9am to 3pm and coincides with world rhinoceros day. Activities include Keeper Chat, Rhino-themed activities, and artwork…