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From Affordable Housing to a House on Fire – Universal News and the Tram Tour’s Burning Past (Ep. 84)

Jan 2, 2026
Catchlight Crossings, a new 1,000-unit affordable housing community near Universal Orlando, is set to offer retail, medical offices, and a tuition-free preschool. Rumors swirl about Stephen King's It potentially headlining Halloween Horror Nights 2026. The delay of the Horror Make-Up Show reimagining means it stays open longer. Dive into the amusing origins of a now-iconic tram tour gag and how it evolved into a legendary fire-based attraction. Plus, discover Wicked: For Good's PVOD success and the collectible value of holiday card games.
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INSIGHT

Universal's Affordable Housing Commitment

  • Universal is building Catchlight Crossings, a 1,000-unit affordable housing community near Universal Orlando with onsite services.
  • The project ties into Universal's long-term Housing for Tomorrow initiative to support local team members and residents.
INSIGHT

Design Focused On Workforce Stability

  • Seventy-five percent of units will serve households earning below 60% of area median income and include services like a Bezos Academy preschool.
  • The development adds transit, medical offices, retail, and UCF partnerships to support residents' needs.
INSIGHT

It Rumored As A Major HHN IP

  • Rumors suggested Stephen King's It could become a headline maze at Halloween Horror Nights 2026, driven by recent pop-culture momentum.
  • Universal often picks a high-end IP as its marquee maze, so current HBO success fuels speculation.
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