Boy killed at Six Flags Over Georgia
"A 17-year-old boy was killed Saturday when he was struck by the popular Batman ride at Six Flags Over Georgia. It was the second Batman ride-related death at the Cobb County park. According to the police and a statement from the amusement park, the boy, who was not identified, and a friend climbed over two 6-foot fences to get to the Batman roller coaster -- the park perimeter fence and a second one around the ride. The boy was decapitated when he was struck by the ride, police said." From AJC.com.
Developer to roll out plans for Great Orlando Wheel attraction
"The Great Orlando Wheel: It will weigh 4,200 tons, tower 400 feet over Orlando's main tourist district, and cost an estimated $200 million." From OrlandoSentinel.com.
After fire, Universal Studios [CA] set to reopen this morning
"The park will open at 10, and CityWalk at 11. Meanwhile, firefighters are dousing hot spots and investigators are still trying to determine what caused the fast-moving blaze at Universal Hollywood's back lot." From The Los Angeles Times.