The new board appointed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to oversee Disney's special taxing district is considering legal action over a multi-decade agreement that gives Disney control over much of its vast footprint in Central Florida for 30 years. The agreement has been met with criticism from local residents and activists, who argue that it gives Disney too much control, and the board is now exploring its legal options to challenge the agreement.
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a law that gives him control over Walt Disney Co., in response to the company's criticism of his "Don't Say Gay" law. The law cancels the dissolution of a special taxing district for Disney's 25,000 acres south of Orlando, allowing DeSantis to replace the existing board with one of his own choosing. The law is expected to have a major impact on Central Florida, with Disney being a major employer and economic driver in the area.
On Wednesday afternoon, a gunman opened fire near Pine Hills, Florida, killing a 9-year-old and wounding her mother, as well as two journalists from Spectrum News 13. Dylan Lyons, a reporter, died from his injuries, while photographer Jesse Walden was wounded and is being treated in hospital. A memorial has been set up for Lyons and the investigation into the shooting is ongoing.