Disney’s next CEO: Who is Josh D’Amaro?

Josh D’Amaro, who oversees the Disney's Experiences division, will succeed Bob Iger as the company's next CEO.

'The Lion King' co-director Roger Allers dead at 76

Roger Allers, the acclaimed filmmaker and animator best known for co-directing Disney’s 1994 classic The Lion King, has died at age 76.

Hulu app shutdown: What to know about its final days

The Hulu streaming app may be nearing the end of its run as Disney moves to fold the service into Disney+.

Disneyland fight: Brawl erupts at Indiana Jones ride over line-cutting

Anaheim Police are investigating a violent altercation at Disneyland’s Indiana Jones Adventure where a man was assaulted after a line-cutting dispute during the busy holiday season.

Jimmy Kimmel signs contract extension with ABC

Months after being suspended from going on air, Jimmy Kimmel has landed a deal to keep him with ABC through at least May 2027.

Disney unveils plans for new $5 million park coming to California next year

The park will be revitalized by Disney’s Imagineers and is anticipated to reopen in 2026 with a new community center and an enhanced playground.

Woman found dead at Disney’s Pop Century Resort in fourth tragic incident in a month

A woman in her 40s died Sunday after being taken from Disney’s Pop Century Resort in Florida to a nearby hospital, marking the latest in a string of deaths at Walt Disney World in recent weeks, reports say.

Disney's Haunted Mansion: Jamie Lee Curtis, Tiffany Haddish on turning spooky ride into summer blockbuster
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A classic Disney theme park ride is getting the big screen treatment when Haunted Mansion hits theaters this weekend. FOX 32's Jake Hamilton sat down with Oscar-winner Jamie Lee Curtis and Tiffany Haddish in New Orleans to talk about taking the iconic ride and turning it into a summer blockbuster.

What Jimmy Kimmel controversy says about free speech | The Chicago Report
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While the suspension of late night TV host Jimmy Kimmel was set to end on Tuesday, what does the controversy say about free speed in the modern media landscape?

Jimmy Kimmel live pulled by Disney after Kirk comments | ChicagoNOW
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Disney has suspended Jimmy Kimmel Live indefinitely after the host made controversial remarks concerning the political context surrounding Charlie Kirk?s death. Fox 32 entertainment reporter Jake Hamilton breaks down the details and what this means for the show?s future.

Disney adults: Superfans, nostalgia seekers, or just misunderstood? | ChicagoNOW
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Labels paint a picture, but few spark stronger reactions than Disney adults. Are they just superfans of a "kids' brand," or a thriving community finding connection, nostalgia, and belonging? Disney expert and author AJ Wolfe joins us to discuss why Disney has appealed to grown-ups since the very beginning.

Walt Disney World tops Illinois' most-searched attractions | ChicagoNOW
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Walt Disney World is Illinois' most-searched attraction, beating local favorites. It tops the list with 10,000 monthly Google searches from Illinois residents. Out-of-state attractions account for over half of Illinois' top ten most-searched ticket destinations.

5-year-old girl on Disney Dream lost balance, fell through cruise ship porthole, sheriff says

A 5-year-old girl who fell overboard the Disney Dream cruise ship last weekend lost her balance on a railing and fell backwards through an open porthole and into the ocean below, according to the Broward County Sheriff's Office.

Disney Dream rescue: Girl, dad rescued after going overboard on Disney cruise line, passengers say

Disney Cruise Line's rescue team had to jump into immediate action over the weekend after two people – a young girl and her father, reports say – fell overboard, dropping some 50–60 feet into the water, according to Disney and passengers aboard the ship.

Disney World trip leaves Florida dad stunned after $1,400 price tag for day at theme park

A Florida father is speaking out after a one-day visit to Orlando's Walt Disney World with his wife and three children cost nearly $1,400 — a price he says may not be worth it.

'Andor' stars on what they would say to George Lucas
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Diego Luna and Adria Arjona talk about questions they would have for George Lucas ahead of the Season 2 premiere of "Andor."