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ORLANDO, Fla. (WFLA) — Universal Orlando has launched new multi-day tickets for 2026 that give guests access to all theme parks. Universal says the new tickets will be valid at all Universal theme parks, including Universal Epic Universe. Guests can purchase tickets for 3, 4, or 5 days in 2026. The parks included are: Universal Studios Florida Islands of Adventure Universal Epic Universe Upgrade options include access to Universal’s Volcano Bay Water Theme Park. Universal Orlando launches new multi-day tickets for 2026 Ringling Brothers. Earth’s Greatest Show Comes to Tampa Universal Orlando said, “Whether you choose a multi-day ticket with…

After pulling in Bobrovsky with 3:42 left in regulation to take a 6-on-5 advantage, the Panthers continued to put shots on Pittsburgh’s net, but couldn’t get past Jarry, who made a season-high 34 to seal the Penguins’ victory. Despite the loss, the Panthers believe they took a step forward. “I think in the first half of the game, it was kind of a wait-and-see situation,” head coach Paul Maurice said. “In the second half of the game, we hit a good pace. We had a little bit more freedom. I thought we were very tight on the puck and were…

In a strategic move announced Thursday, Target announced it would cut about 1,800 corporate roles, representing about 8% of the company’s workforce worldwide, according to Business Insider. Target’s job cuts consist of cutting about 1,000 existing employees and 800 open positions, according to Reuters. The decision comes as Target faces continued headwinds. The company has reported weak or declining same-store/same-channel sales in nine of the past 11 quarters, and its stock price has fallen for the first time in nearly three years since the start of the year. To those involved, the move signals Target is moving into cost discipline…

SARASOTA, Fla. (WFLA) – Governor Ron DeSantis visited Sarasota this week to announce rebates for Progressive auto insurance policyholders. After the press conference, the governor took questions. He was asked about the recent expansion of the Schools of Hope Act. The law was originally designed to help charter operators support underperforming schools. Over the summer, lawmakers gave management companies the ability to use open areas on campuses of public schools with low enrollment. DeSantis calls property tax plan a ‘political game’ “Being able to provide those operators with existing infrastructure that is underutilized makes economic sense, but it also helps…

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers about a new tactic called “ghost tapping.” Be aware of your surroundings, they said, because these conspirators need to be near you to use the tools to obtain your payment information. Dismissals continue amid HCSO’s academic fraud investigation. The second captain lets go “Ghost eavesdropping and its technology existed when consumers had tap-to-pay technology,” said BBB’s Brian Oglesby. The BBB says there are a few things to keep in mind to prevent this from happening. “So if you’re in a large group of people, if you’re in a crowded…

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) — As lawmakers prepare for the next legislative session, which begins in January, all eyes are on the state Capitol to see where the governor and Legislature will stand on the property tax debate. So far, House members have identified eight possible routes, but the governor has remained silent in recent weeks. It lasted late Wednesday night, with DeSantis responding to a social media post about “X” regarding recent proposals released by the House. Dismissals continue amid HCSO’s academic fraud investigation. The second captain lets go “Putting multiple property tax measures on the ballot represents an attempt…

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A recent study by GoBankingRates analyzed the cost of living in all 50 states to determine how much the average American needs to save for 20 years of retirement. To find out how much money each state needs to live comfortably in retirement, GoBankingRates consulted sources such as the U.S. Census American Community Survey, the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Retirement Consumer Division Consumer Expenditure Survey. An additional 20% “buffer” was then added to the savings requirement to exceed the cost of state-specific necessities and provide a more comfortable…

BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – A man involved in a “violent” sucker punch incident outside Aldi, Florida, was arrested Wednesday, the Broward County Sheriff’s Office announced. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies responded to an Aldi on Route 7 North in Lauderdale Lakes for a battery case on Oct. 11 around 7:20 p.m. Investigators say a man, later identified as D’Andrea Johnson, was seen on surveillance video arguing with someone inside the store. Florida police drag wayward alligator out of Orlando apartment At some point, officers said, Johnson went outside the store and waited for the victim. The sheriff’s office…

Universal is opening Epic Universe as part of a multi-day deal that includes an option for Florida residents to purchase a three-day ticket to three parks for as low as $303. New three-, four- and five-day packages available at universalorlando.com as of Thursday are for visits in 2026 and allow for trips to each of Universal Orlando’s theme parks. For the first time, travelers can now purchase multi-day tickets that allow daily visits to Epic Universe. Three-day tickets range from $460 to $606 for adults. These tickets allow travelers to travel freely between Epic Universe, Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios,…

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The Florida Legislature will revisit changing its official state bird in the upcoming session. Senate Bill 150, filed earlier this month by Republican Sen. Ana Maria Rodriguez, proposes making the American flamingo the state bird and the Florida jay the state songbird. The current state bird is the mockingbird, which was designated nearly 100 years ago in 1927. It is also the state bird of Arkansas, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas. Lawmakers proposed changes in previous legislative sessions, but the bill failed to pass. Flamingos have become an iconic symbol of Florida, with official state agencies such…