Disney increases layoffs to 32,000 workers by March 2021

The coronavirus pandemic continues to hurt businesses across the world and Disney is no exception. On Wednesday, Disney provided an update on the company's finances and it says it plans to let thousands of workers go in 2021.

Downtown Disney reopening shopping, dining at California Adventure Park in November

Beginning in November, Disney California Adventure Park will open its Buena Vista Street shops and dining as an extension of the reopening of the Downtown Disney district, which began allowing visitors again back in July, with new COVID-19 safety measures in place.

Disneyland Resort expected to stay closed until January 2021

Disneyland Resort has announced that Disneyland and California Adventure Park will remain closed at least until January 2021 due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. 

Jobs, shops, budget hit by California theme park closures

Now that state health officials announced strict new rules for reopening the parks, attractions spanning from Disneyland to Universal Studios are bracing for an even longer shutdown — and so are the surrounding communities.

Disneyland, California's major theme parks to remain closed

Those who were hoping to return to Disneyland and California's other major theme parks are going to have to continue waiting, according to state officials. 

California to provide update on theme park reopening guidelines on Tuesday, Newsom says

According to Governor Gavin Newsom, reopening guidelines for theme parks will be "broken up into parts" to represent all brands and sizes of theme parks in the industry.

Universal CityWalk to serve as vote center for November election

Universal CityWalk was announced Monday as the latest venue that will serve as a vote center for Los Angeles County residents to cast their ballots in the November election.

Disneyland employees, fans and elected officials rally in Anaheim to push for reopening

Disney fans, cast members and elected officials rallied outside of Disneyland on Saturday morning to push for reopening after the coronavirus pandemic forced the theme park's closure in March.        

California theme parks must remain closed for now, Governor Newsom says

California’s theme parks got discouraging news on Wednesday when Governor Gavin Newsom announced they must remain closed, for now.

Super Nintendo World to open at Universal Studios Japan in 2021

Earlier this year, it was announced that Super Nintendo World will be coming to Universal Orlando Resort's upcoming theme park, Epic Universe.

California struggles with theme park reopening rules amid pressure

Facing mounting pressure to let theme parks such as Disneyland reopen amid the pandemic, California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday delayed new operating rules after industry leaders pushed back against his administration’s initial plans.

Disney to lay off 28,000 workers at its parks in California, Florida

Disney is laying off 28,000 U.S.-based employees across its Parks, Experiences and Products division due to continued struggles caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the company announced in a statement on Tuesday.

Disneyland calls on Newsom to allow California theme parks to reopen: 'It is time'

Disneyland executives are demanding Governor Gavin Newsom allow California theme parks to reopen, warning of devastating impacts if it doesn't happen soon after more than six months of coronavirus closures.

Orange County community makes desperate plea to reopen Disneyland Resort

Orange County community leaders have a desperate plea for Governor Gavin Newsom to let them reopen, specifically the Disney Resort area. 

Universal Studios cancels Halloween Horror Nights due to ongoing pandemic

With the growing health concerns around the coronavirus, Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort announced the cancellation of Halloween Horror Nights for 2020.