Opening in February 2026, the world’s first and only "Slotharium" offers guests a guided, small-group experience inside a rainforest-style habitat where sloths live freely among lush trees, vines, and natural climbing structures
Documents recently obtained by News 6 shed light into the August closure of an extended stay hotel along International Drive in Orlando.
Harris Rosen Way now marks a section of International Drive, honoring a man whose name is synonymous with Central Florida.
Starting Nov. 8 and running through Dec. 24, families can meet Santa, snap photos and enjoy exclusive attraction discounts Nov. 8-Dec. 24.
For those who dread the annual cooking marathon, or start a new tradition, a number of Orlando-area restaurants are throwing open their doors on Turkey Day.
Arte Museum, the internationally acclaimed digital art exhibition created by Korean design firm d’strict, will open its first Florida location in 2027 on the new Universal Boulevard side of ICON Park, joining the Blue Man Group.
Unveiled just ahead of the 2025 VMAs, the figure captures Gomez in the very gown that stole the show at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards.
The Mollock family and dozens of others came to Hulk Hogan’s Wrestling Shop on I-Drive to honor his legacy. The 71-year-old Hulkster died at a hospital Thursday in Clearwater after suffering cardiac arrest.
A piece of Taylor Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour has landed at the museum’s ICON Park location and, call it what you want, but fans would call it gorgeous.
Central Florida continues to experience one of the worst affordable housing markets in the country, according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition.
A family visiting Orlando said their vacation nearly turned tragic when a man pointed a gun at them during a road rage incident in the heart of the city’s tourism district.
Orlando’s entertainment scene is leveling up this weekend with the grand opening of Activate Orlando, Florida’s first active gaming facility.
For one night only, the Beyhive can head on down, down, down, down to Ole Red Orlando for an exclusive opportunity to celebrate the arrival of the new figure.
Universal Orlando announced this week it would put $2 million toward the cost of a crucial study needed to bring a planned SunRail line from Orlando International Airport to International Drive.
It's been more than 10 years since a new major theme park opened in the Orlando area. Here's what's cooking as Universal nears the grand opening of Epic Universe.
He’s known for his blockbuster films, musical talents, and eccentric personality, and pretty soon, Jeff Goldblum can add another celebrity honor to his name.
A 16-year-old boy was hospitalized in critical condition after being shot along I-Drive, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
An Orlando man accused of leaving the scene of a crash along International Drive that left a teen with serious injuries and another in critical condition has been arrested.
A crash between a motorcycle and a car in Orange County left one person dead and another critically injured on Saturday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
About 200 electric scooters and bicycles are now available thanks to a pilot program from Orange County Public Works.
Florida troopers say a Kissimmee teenager was killed and an Orlando teen was critically injured in a crash on International Drive in Orange County.
The Disney International Airport Destination Parkway Express will be known as Link 3-11 and will take passengers from Orlando International Airport with six stops along the way and back.
Twenty-two years ago, Mike Simmons left his career in medicine and returned to where he first started working, restaurants. Now, he is getting ready to open the first Tom’s Watch Bar location in Florida.
A $500,000 federal grant will help support the effort to connect SunRail and Brightline between Orlando International Airport and the I-Drive area, and beyond.
The public will have the chance to learn more about plans to expand SunRail to Orlando International Airport and the International Drive corridor this week.
The public will have the chance to learn more about plans to expand SunRail to Orlando International Airport and the International Drive corridor next week.
In the heart of Orlando’s tourist district along International Drive, visitors to Central Florida told News 6 on Sunday that they were struggling to find ways to escape from yet another day of scorching heat.
WonderWorks Orlando invites Florida residents to make the most of the final weeks of summer break by offering discounted tickets during their Back 2 School Bash.
A 53-year-old Orlando man died Saturday morning after crashing on a motorcycle along International Drive in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 16-year-old boy was arrested in connection to a shooting outside Dezerland on International Drive that killed a 14-year-old and injured two others, according to the Orlando Police Department.
A hotel on International Drive in Orange County was evacuated on Saturday as crews responded to a fire on a 14th-floor balcony.
An 18-year-old was arrested in connection with the death of 30-year-old found shot and robbed near a hotel on International Drive, according to the Orlando Police Department.
A coalition of International Drive businesses is joining with Universal Orlando to create a SunRail route between Orlando International Airport and the Orange County Convention Center.
A man was found injured near a hotel on International Drive in Orlando after police responded to a reported shooting early Monday.
Veterans Day is Friday, Nov. 11, and the businesses and attractions of ICON Park on International Drive are offering discounts for veterans and military members.
While reporting live on Hurricane Ian in Orange County, News 6 reporter Mike DeForest encountered a man and woman out looking for food.
A woman in her 50s and a man in his 60s were pronounced dead Saturday morning after being found by deputies responding to a shooting call at a resort on International Drive, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
A woman died after being struck by a car Saturday night while attempting to cross a busy section of International Drive in a crosswalk, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Construction crews are putting the final touches on what will soon be two new world record breaking attractions coming to Orlando’s International Drive in December.
An investigation of a suspicious package has an area of International Drive shut down, according to the Orlando Police Department.
Forgoing hours of cooking and clean-up this Thanksgiving? These restaurants are providing dine-in and takeout options for a delicious and easy Thanksgiving meal.
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The world of magic is about to make a Las Vegas-style splash on International Drive this weekend headlined by Master Illusionist David Ferrari, the protégé’ of superstar Criss Angel.
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Construction crews are putting the final touches on what will soon be two new world record breaking attractions coming to Orlando’s International Drive in December.
Construction crews are putting the final touches on what will soon be two new world record breaking attractions coming to Orlando’s International Drive in December.
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A 14-year-old boy who was taken to the hospital after a near drowning in a hotel pool off International Drive Thursday afternoon died as a result of his injuries Friday, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
A 14-year-old was rushed to the hospital after he was pulled from a pool at a hotel on International Drive, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
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Officers are asking for help from the public after a man is accused of exposing himself to two different women and grabbing one of the victims along the International Drive corridor in Orlando, according to police.
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A man faces three counts of attempted manslaughter after deputies said he fired into an occupied hotel room.
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Universal Parks and Resorts along with leaders in Orange County have now selected a developer to build and design a new 20-acre affordable housing community.
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ORLANDO, Fla – ICON Park is showing its spirit ahead of Super Bowl LV. This weekend, the entertainment complex along International Drive will celebrate the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Officials said any fan wearing a Bucs jersey or apparel on Saturday or Sunday can receive 50% off their ticket to The Wheel. Ole Red Orlando: watch the game and listen to live music while enjoying good ol’ country cooking. Parking at ICON Park is free.
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ORLANDO, Fla – ICON Park is offering an incredible deal for Florida’s hard-working teachers. To request a pass, ICON Park officials are asking teachers to submit a form that includes their name, phone number, school district, and Florida Department of Education number. Once submitted, a member of the ICON Park school groups team will call the teacher to approve their request. ICON Park recently opened the new Museum of Illusions which allows guests to experience 50 interactive exhibits that are immersive and photo-worthy for social media. Click here to learn about some of the other attractions at ICON Park.
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ORLANDO, Fla – Central Florida has a new mind-bending experience with the Museum of Illusions at ICON Park along International Drive. Museum of Illusions (Copyright 2020 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.) “Many international guests are familiar with our concept through social networking,” said Museum of Illusions Orlando General Manager George Youngdahl. Museum of Illusions (Copyright 2020 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.) News 6 producer Landon McReynolds steps inside to experience the Museum of Illusions (Copyright 2020 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.)
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A man was rushed to the hospital after a stabbing on International Drive, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A man was hospitalized after being stabbed on International Drive, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. The incident happened in the Pointe Orlando area of International Drive. Deputies said at 5:35 p.m. authorities responded to International Drive for a stabbing call. The Sheriff’s Office said when deputies arrived at the scene they found a man with a non-life-threatening stab wound.
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Two new record-setting attractions are coming to Orlando’s ICON Park in summer 2021, the Slingshot Group of Companies announced Monday. The additions to International Drive include the world’s tallest drop tower and the world’s tallest slingshot ride. The ICON Park Drop Tower will stand at 430 feet lifting 30 riders up to see the beautiful sites, according to a news release. The ICON Park Slingshot reaches 300 feet and will launch two riders out of an “exploding volcano” to approximately 450 feet into the sky at more than 100 mph, company officials said. Two new record-setting attractions are coming to Orlando’s ICON Park in summer 2021, the Slingshot Group of Companies announced Monday.
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ORLANDO, Fla. – Following the Thanksgiving holiday, some hotels in the area of International Drive said they saw an uptick in occupancy. One hotel said they were sold out on Friday, with others that said they were 70-75% full over the weekend. But Keri Burns, the regional director of the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association of Central Florida, said the holiday wasn’t good news for everyone. In fact, I was so excited to hear that over Thanksgiving weekend, some of our properties had 85% occupancy,” Burns said. “If Thanksgiving was strong, I would expect the rest of the holiday season to be equally as strong, if not stronger,” Snaith said.
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ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A guest who was asked to leave an International Drive hotel because he hadn’t paid his bill instead got a gun and locked himself in a laundry room, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said they responded to the WoodSpring Suites extended-stay hotel at about 12:20 p.m. Thursday because the property manager said Alric Freeman hadn’t paid his bill and he needed to be trespassed, but Freeman refused to leave his hotel room. The manager said Freeman left the hotel room with a gun in his hand and went to the lobby to yell for the manager, who was hiding under a desk in fear, according to the report. As multiple deputies entered the lobby to confront Freeman and ask him to put his weapon down, he locked himself in a laundry room, records show. He’s facing charges of armed trespassing, resisting an officer without violence and disorderly conduct.
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ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Fun Spot near International Drive has been put on notice three times in the past few months after strike teams found that guests weren’t always wearing masks while at the amusement park, according to records provided by Orange County. The first strike team visit occurred on Aug. 13 after a citizen complaint. Orange County has had a mask mandate in place for months to stop the spread of COVID-19. While strike teams have been visiting businesses to make sure they’re complying with that rule, the focus has been on educating rather than fining or punishing, according to the mayor. News 6 has contacted Fun Spot for comment.
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ORLANDO, Fla. – While using a brush and a variety of colorful paints, Freedom High School senior Zaphra Ward had a specific vision for her artwork. That gave Colonial High School senior Andrew Graham a chance to show off his school spirit and give his classmates a special message. Orange County high school seniors paint parking spots off I-Drive in Orlando, Fla. after winning the "Paint Your Pointe." Joanne Helbourg with Pointe Orlando said this was a special event for the class of 2021 since many students are still taking virtual classes at home because of the virus. They are still seniors and they are still going off to school they can still change the world,” Helbourg said.
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ORLANDO – A woman drowned in a pool Saturday at the Clarion Hotel on International Drive, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said the woman was found face down at the bottom of the pool and after attempts to revive her, she was taken to a hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. The woman has not yet been identified, deputies said.
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