Good morning from the ABC Action News team.
The time is finally here: Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe, the first major theme park to open in Central Florida in nearly 30 years, is opening today at 9 a.m. The park is a whopping 750 acres and is believed to be the largest theme park in the world. It’s also estimated to have cost up to $7.7 billion to build. If you’re feeling extra excited, Universal said guests who arrive early at 8 a.m. can join a celebratory moment as they “open the portals.” Just make sure you don’t forget to grab your wands for the Ministry of Magic and a pair of overalls for Super Nintendo World.
News to Know
- A Florida man is arrested for killing his stepson: Davenport Police said Kelly Agar Garcia shot his stepson multiple times when an argument over Fortnite escalated.
- Officials tackle major road repairs ahead of hurricane season: The City of Tampa’s Wastewater and Stormwater departments said they have already fixed hundreds of cave-ins.
- A family-owned hotel reopens 8 months after Hurricane Helene: The Roth Hotel was one of many along Treasure Island and Sunset Beach that were devastated during the hurricane.
- The HOPE Affordable Housing Act gets closer to being repealed: The Hillsborough County Commission’s discussion revolved around reallocating funds to public safety, but it eventually turned towards getting rid of the ordinance altogether.
Today’s Weather Outlook
Meteorologist Greg Dee says a weak front will be moving through today. We’ll start the day warm and humid, with most towns in the 70s early in the day…