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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom reopened after a year of upgrades, featuring a complete track replacement, new trains with refreshed interiors, a lower height requirement (38 inches), updated queue storytelling and signage, a revamped Rainbow Caverns opening scene, enhanced Audio-Animatronics and props, and added exit gates—delivering a smoother, more immersive Wild West ride.
Camp Mystic in Texas has withdrawn its plan to reopen this summer amid ongoing criminal and civil investigations into the deadly July 4, 2025 floods that killed 27 campers and staff, plus a wrongful-death lawsuit. State leaders urged regulators to deny approval until investigations and corrective actions are complete, and a Texas judge has ordered many damaged buildings to remain untouched during litigation.
Texas health officials say Camp Mystic must address safety gaps—such as an emergency warning system, a floodplain map, and a fire evacuation plan—within 45 days to renew its operating license after July 2025 floods that killed campers, counselors, and the camp owner; the camp still plans to reopen May 30 at a separate site, while families of victims and lawsuits have questioned the decision and whether authorities did enough to enforce evacuation and safety requirements.
California’s Pacific Coast Highway fully reopened after a three-year closure, with the seven-mile Big Sur stretch the last to come back online following multiple landslides (Regent’s Slide and Paul’s Slide) and a wildfire. Caltrans stabilized slopes with deep steel reinforcements and removed vast amounts of mud and debris, restoring a vital economic lifeline for Big Sur, and Gov. Newsom called the reopening a relief for local businesses and residents.
California's Highway 1 along Big Sur is fully open again between Carmel and Cambria after three years of landslide repairs. Caltrans spent about $162 million on stabilization and reconstruction, a reopening expected to boost local tourism and business, though officials caution future closures are possible during winter storms, particularly near Regent's Slide north of Lucia.
Marie’s Soul Food on Madison's Monroe Street is set to reopen on Wednesday after a closure caused by the owners being stuck in another country; the six-year-old restaurant is known for home-style cooking and a welcoming, family-like atmosphere.
Due to severe flooding and landslides, Highway 2 in Washington has been extensively damaged and closed since December 10. State officials, including Governor Ferguson, are working to reopen all lanes between Skykomish and Stevens Pass by Sunday, with some restrictions. A limited reopening has already allowed access from the east, and full reopening is expected soon, restoring crucial winter tourism routes and community access.
The US Senate has passed a bill to end the government shutdown, with the House set to vote soon, potentially ending the longest shutdown in history within days, amid ongoing economic and logistical disruptions.
Eight senators broke ranks with Democrats to support legislation that would reopen the government, despite facing criticism from their party; key figures included retiring senators and those prioritizing immediate government reopening and support for programs like the ACA and SNAP.
A bipartisan group of Senate Democrats and Republicans is moving forward with an agreement to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, with a key vote in the Senate showing strong support to reopen the government.
Less than three months after a devastating flood at Camp Mystic in Texas that killed 27 people and left an 8-year-old girl missing, the camp announced plans to reopen in 2026, prompting criticism from families of the victims who feel the decision is insensitive and unsafe, especially as recovery efforts continue for the missing girl.
Camp Mystic in Texas, where 27 people died in a flood, plans to reopen despite objections from families of the victims, raising concerns about safety and memorials, amid ongoing recovery efforts and new safety legislation.
Apple Ginza, the company's first retail store outside the US opened in 2003, reopens with a new design featuring a double-skin glass facade, sustainable materials, and Japanese aesthetics, along with special experiences like spatial audio sessions and exclusive demos, celebrating over 20 years of presence in Japan.
France has officially reopened the towers of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris nearly six and a half years after a devastating fire in 2019, with the event attended by President Emmanuel Macron and other dignitaries. The reconstruction involved using 1,200 oak trees and 1,000 workers, restoring a historic Gothic landmark that attracts millions of visitors annually.
Attorney General Pam Bondi toured Alcatraz as the Trump administration considers reopening the historic prison to hold violent offenders or illegal aliens, highlighting its potential use and the need for rehabilitation, amid ongoing controversy over Jeffrey Epstein files.