Universal Orlando to reopen on Friday with new safety protocols like virtual queues and distancing on rides

Several new safety measures will be in place when Universal Orlando reopens to the public on Friday. This will include virtual queues instead of lines and just a few people on rides at a time to assure social distancing.

SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica, Discovery Cove to reopen on June 11th

Each park will have its own safety guidelines, which include cleaning and sanitizing, physical distancing, face-covering requirements, and temperature screening. 

Body cam video shows deputy smash window during stop
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An Orange County deputy smashed a window of a car during a traffic stop after deputies said a driver refused commands. Sheriff John Mina said he finds the video troubling, as he announced the incident is under investigation.

Video shows crowd gathering around deputy during traffic stop
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An Orange County deputy is accused of forcefully pulling a woman out of her car following a George Floyd protest, during which time the driver-side window was smashed.

Protesters marching through Downtown Orlando
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Despite a rainy Thursday, hundreds of protesters assembled at Orlando City Hall to demonstrate for changes to police practices and call for reform nationwide following the death of George Floyd.

Sheriff addresses traffic stop involving smashed window
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A driver was pulled out of her vehicle during a traffic stop by a deputy with the Orange County Sheriff's Office, during which the deputy shattered the driver-side window of the car.

Orange County Convention Center announces reopening plans
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Florida is moving into Phase 2 or reopening on Friday. The Orange County Convention Center announced its plans to reopen and rolled out proposed safety measures on Thursday.

Protesters return to Orlando City Hall
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Despite a rainy Thursday, hundreds of protesters assembled at Orlando City Hall to demonstrate for changes to police practices and call for reform nationwide following the death of George Floyd.

Few arrests made after curfew arrives at 8 p.m.
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Downtown Orlando saw an earlier curfew on Wednesday night, beginning at 8 p.m. It was at that time that Orlando police officers began to clear protesters and they also made a few arrests.

Police clear protesters from Downtown Orlando
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Orlando police officers began clearing protesters from downtown streets shortly after the 8 p.m. curfew went into effect. Crowds that had been gathered at Orlando Police Department Headquarters had broken up just before the curfew began.

Protesters gather at Orlando Police Department Headquarters ahead of 8 p.m. curfew
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Protesters have gathered for a fifth nigh of protests in Downtown Orlando. Several hundred demonstrators marched from Orlando City Hall to the Orlando Police Department Headquarters. Authorities said the rallies have been peaceful, but they hope to avoid any conflicts when an 8 p.m. curfew arrives.

Orange County tourist tax revenue tanks
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The coronavirus has caused a staggering drop in tourist tax dollars in Orange County.

Universal Orlando starting to reopen
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For the reopening of a major theme park like Universal, you can expect many changes for your next visit. Passholders and guests at Universal Orlando hotels are permitted to visit the parks on Wednesday and Thursday. General admission begins on Friday.

OPD Headquarters staged for more protests
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Officers were prepared for another protest at OPD Headquarters early Wednesday evening ahead of an 8 p.m. curfew.

Protests impacting businesses in Downtown Orlando
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As a fifth night of demonstrations continued in Downtown Orlando, many businesses were feeling an impact and taking extra precautions to protect their property.

Protests continue in Orlando as curfew set to begin at 8 p.m.
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There were smaller crowds in front of Orlando City Hall late Wednesday afternoon. That crowd was expected to make its way to the Orlando Police Department Headquarters before an 8 p.m. curfew is to begin in portions of Downtown Orlando.

Protesters outside Orlando City Hall dispersed in tense exchange with police

The majority of protests on Monday were peaceful but FOX 35 cameras were rolling as one protester was arrested after the curfew ended in Downtown Orlando.