Epic roller coaster reopens after rider’s death in mid-September

ORLANDO, Fla. — Epic Universe visitors loomed at the theme park Saturday afternoon in anticipation of the Stardust Racers roller coaster reopening. It would be the first day the thrill ride has been available to the public since a man died Sept. 17 after riding it. Universal Orlando Resort announced the move Friday afternoon, saying it had worked with local and state officials to observe ...