During the creation of Kings Island in the late 1960s and early 1970s, park operators Coney Island Inc. and the Taft Broadcasting Company decided to take a gamble on its signature ride.

When Son of Beast opened at Kings Island in 2000, it shattered records as the tallest and fastest wooden roller coaster in the world. But behind the hype were structural issues, cracked beams, and ...

On July 9, 2006, the world’s largest wooden roller coaster — Son of Beast at King’s Island — malfunctioned, sending 27 riders ...

The iconic wooden dragon at the historic Dragon Coaster at Playland amusement park has been unceremoniously chucked in a dumpster — and park patrons are fuming about it. Westchester County officials ...

Six Flags, owner of Ohio amusement parks Kings Island and Cedar Point, has announced it will be selling seven of its parks throughout the United States and Canada. In a sale valued at $342 million, ...

Six Flags is selling seven of its parks for $331 million. What is the status of Virginia's Kings Dominion?

California weekend trips bring coastal views, mountain towns, desert escapes, and unforgettable stops that can make this year ...

Crystal River is the only place in Florida where you can legally do this. These gentle giants gather in the warm springs ...

Take a last look at Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith at Disney's Hollywood Studios. It's closing to become a ...

Six Flags Great Adventure began building its newest roller coaster on Wednesday, which will be the “multi-world-record-breaking launch roller coaster” promised to fans after Kingda Ka was demolished ...

New Jersey Six Flags has finally started building its ‘record-breaking’ roller coaster. Here’s what guests can expect - The ...

'She was fabulous': 5 children, mother killed in Clinton County house fire A predawn house fire in Clinton County killed a mother and her five children on Tuesday. Cyclones player spotlights his ...