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Disneyland Bids Farewell to Benny, Its Beloved Security Dog
entertainment3 hours ago

Disneyland Bids Farewell to Benny, Its Beloved Security Dog

Benny, an 8-year-old security dog at Disneyland, retires after six years of service as a security cast member in Anaheim. Known by several nicknames, Benny celebrated with a retirement party that included his first hot dog in years, tennis balls, and generous petting from coworkers. His K-9 handler, Kevin, will now care for him at home, continuing Benny’s legacy of safety at the park’s entrances where they helped keep guests and staff safe. Disney Parks publicly thanked Benny on Instagram for “49 years of dog service” and his impact on magical moments.

Teen exits Disneyland log flume, falls 50 feet; inspectors find no ride issues
california17 days ago

Teen exits Disneyland log flume, falls 50 feet; inspectors find no ride issues

A 13-year-old exited a log-flume boat on Disneyland’s Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and fell about 50 feet. California’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health found no operational issues and the ride was cleared to reopen; the teen was evaluated at a local hospital and released. The incident has renewed discussion about safety on log-flume rides, with experts suggesting options like lap belts or attendants, though such rides typically forgo restraints. The event is not connected to the 2000 Splash Mountain incident at Disney World.

13-year-old tumbles 50-foot Disneyland waterfall after exiting ride early
us-news18 days ago

13-year-old tumbles 50-foot Disneyland waterfall after exiting ride early

A 13-year-old boy fell 50 feet down the waterfall on Disneyland’s Tiana’s Bayou Adventure after getting off the ride early; a bystander captured video of the incident. Disneyland staff stopped the ride, and the boy was taken to a hospital as a precaution and released. California OSHA conducted an investigation and found no operational issues; the ride was back in service shortly afterward.

Disneyland ride reopens after teen exits moving boat and drops 50 feet
local18 days ago

Disneyland ride reopens after teen exits moving boat and drops 50 feet

A 13-year-old guest exited a moving log on Disneyland's Tiana's Bayou Adventure on June 21, causing the ride to stop; the teen reportedly slid down the 50-foot waterfall and was taken to a hospital as a precaution before being released. California safety regulators (Cal/OSHA) inspected the ride the next morning and cleared it to reopen, with no changes announced to safety restraints or procedures.

Teen exits Disneyland ride before final drop; he’s treated at hospital as a precaution
local19 days ago

Teen exits Disneyland ride before final drop; he’s treated at hospital as a precaution

During a Sunday evening ride on Disneyland’s Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Anaheim, a 13-year-old exited the log flume before its final 50-foot drop; witnesses said he slid down the last drop, though park officials did not confirm a fall. As a precaution, he was evaluated at a local hospital and released; the ride was paused and briefly closed before reopening the next day.

Autopia's Electric Reboot: Disneyland to Electrify Ride to Meet California Emissions Rules
us-news22 days ago

Autopia's Electric Reboot: Disneyland to Electrify Ride to Meet California Emissions Rules

Disneyland’s Autopia must replace its gas-powered ride cars with electric vehicles by early next year to comply with California’s emissions standards, following a Honda certification issue and a CA ARB violation that led to a fine; the state deadline for full electrification is February 2027, and Disney says a roadmap to convert the attraction is in development.

Ghost Town Weekends as Disneyland Crowds Dip in Early Summer
theme-parks28 days ago

Ghost Town Weekends as Disneyland Crowds Dip in Early Summer

Summer crowds at Disneyland Resort are lighter than expected, with Reddit posts calling weekends a “total ghost town” and mid‑afternoon waits around 18 minutes; explanations include blackout of lower‑tier passes, dynamic pricing, and a Pirates of the Caribbean refurbishment reducing major draws, plus external factors like the FIFA World Cup attracting visitors elsewhere and Olympic‑era price patterns noted at Disneyland Paris.

Daily Show Skewers Ivanka and Kushner’s Albanian Island Venture
entertainment1 month ago

Daily Show Skewers Ivanka and Kushner’s Albanian Island Venture

The Daily Show mocked Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner for backing a $1.4 billion luxury development on Albania’s Sazan Island, joking about the couple’s detachment from everyday concerns as protests flare in Tirana and Albanian authorities open an investigation, while Ivanka touts the project and a Disneyland outing is highlighted as a contrast to rising costs and global tension.

Disneyland tightens ride rules, bans handheld phones on high-motion attractions
travel2 months ago

Disneyland tightens ride rules, bans handheld phones on high-motion attractions

Disneyland is tightening guest rules after a rise in ride disruptions, mandating that handheld filming not be done on high-motion rides and requiring phones to be fully secured before boarding. The park is expanding bag storage, increasing security checks, and even deploying facial-recognition entry gates with opt-out lanes to speed re-entry and curb fraud, a move that has drawn mixed reactions online.

Disneyland Introduces New Han Solo at Galaxy’s Edge, Sparks Wig Roast
entertainment2 months ago

Disneyland Introduces New Han Solo at Galaxy’s Edge, Sparks Wig Roast

Disneyland's Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge debuts a new Han Solo costumed character, but fans on social media roasted the look, saying it doesn’t resemble Harrison Ford and blasting the wig as the worst ever; Han Solo officially arrives at the Anaheim park on April 29, joining other original trilogy favorites like Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, and Princess Leia.

Viral TikTok Clip Highlights Disneyland Ticket Dilemma
travel2 months ago

Viral TikTok Clip Highlights Disneyland Ticket Dilemma

An apparently viral TikTok clip shows a family attempting to sneak a child into Disneyland Park without paying for another ticket; it’s unclear whether they succeeded. The video has sparked online discussion about Disney pricing and whether such stunts are common. The piece notes that children under 3 enter for free and that single-day tickets generally range from about $98 to $224, with a forthcoming Kids’ Summer Ticket Offer as low as $50 per day.

Department 56 Debuts Disneyland Haunted Mansion Miniatures for Collectors
entertainment3 months ago

Department 56 Debuts Disneyland Haunted Mansion Miniatures for Collectors

Department 56 unveiled a Disneyland-inspired Haunted Mansion line, including a $353 Disneyland Haunted Mansion Figure, an $118 Gate Figure, and a $96.50 Visiting The Park Figure Set, letting fans build a Disneyland diorama; items are available online at Walmart and follow the earlier Walt Disney World Haunted Mansion release, with social posts and affiliate disclosures noting potential compensation.