Bridge collapse in Eustis strands families ahead of Thanksgiving
A bridge in the Spring Ridge Estates neighborhood of Eustis, Lake County, collapsed after a severe storm caused heavy flooding and structural failure. The estimated cost of repairs — between $500,000 and $700,000 — will fall to the homeowners association or its insurance provider.
Robin Severance-Lopez rejects plea deal; new trial date scheduled
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, rejected a plea deal in court on Thursday morning, according to her attorney. Her trial is now scheduled for December 2025.
Insurance won’t cover repairs of collapsed bridge in Eustis neighborhood, families say
A bridge collapse in Lake County has left dozens of families stranded and unable to return home after a recent storm caused extensive structural damage.
Home, flood insurance not covering Eustis bridge damage
Following a private bridge's collapse in Lake County, frustrated residents are saying homeowners insurance is covering the costs. Residents can't return to their homes until the bridge is fixed. For some who can go home, they have to walk across the bridge to get home. Now, residents may need to pay out of pocket if they want to drive up to their homes again.
Eustis residents talk re-build after storm damage
After Lake County had 20 inches of rain on Oct. 26, Eustis residents are reacting about picking up the pieces after the storm.
Eustis shares updates on Spring Ridge Estate bridge
A Florida Department of Transportation-certified engineer is evaluating the bridge at Spring Ridge Estates and is working on a repair plan, the city said Nov. 3. Fire Chief Michael Swanson shares updates in the infrastructure and city utilities affected by the bridge's collapse.
Suburban Chicago man charged with posting online threat to President Trump: officials
A suburban Chicago man is in federal custody after authorities said he posted an online threat to President Donald Trump.
Spring Ridge Estates HOA hires private engineer to repair bridge, Eustis officials say
Eustis officials said they have a contingency plan in place if the area's main sewer line should fail.
21 homes evacuated after Eustis bridge collapse
Residents are frustrated after a bridge collapsed, cutting off access to their homes and water. Repairs are underway, officials said, but the bridge is continuing to erode and fall apart. Officials aren't sure if the bridge will need to be fully redone.
Mount Dora water boil extended, road repairs continue after flash flood
A water boil for Mount Dora residents remains in effect until Nov. 1 when final testing is completed, Mount Dora officials said.
50 Eustis residents evacuated after bridge collapse shuts down water main
Around 7 p.m., Eustis officials discovered the bridge had collapsed. On Friday morning, part of the bridge fell again, Fire Chief Michael Swanson said.
Eustis Fire Chief gives update on bridge collapse | Full update
50 Eustis residents were evacuated Thursday, Oct. 30 after a bridge at Spring Ridge Estates collapsed and now continues to erode, officials said.
Florida Live gives Eustis bridge collapse update
Around 7 p.m., Oct. 30, Eustis officials discovered a bridge by Spring Ridge Estates collapsed. On Friday morning, part of the bridge fell again. Now 50 people are evacuated as city officials are concerned how the collapsed bridge impacts the area's utilities. "Things are only getting worse," said FOX 35's Marie Edinger.
Eustis neighborhood evacuated after bridge damaged
More than 20 homes have been evacuated from a neighborhood in Eustis on Thursday night after part of a private bridge broke, according to Eustis Fire Chief Michael Swanson. Chief Swanson provides can update on the situation.
Eustis neighborhood evacuated after bridge breaks, possibly damaging pipe: Official
Some homes have been evacuated from a neighborhood in Eustis on Thursday night after part of a bridge broke, according to Police Chief Craig Capri.
Mount Dora to residents, visitors: Downtown is 'open for business' despite road washout, flooding
Mount Dora leaders declared a local state of emergency following last weekend's torrential rainfall, which caused flooding throughout the region and washed away from roads.
Robin Severance-Lopez lied or misled court about her finances: court documents
New details have been released on what led to the re-arrest of Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez.
Mount Dora's 'expensive build' to fix road from storm
After Lake County spent $300K to fix Donnelly Street after Hurricane Milton, the city will now reportedly spend more to re-do the street after it collapsed in an Oct. 26 storm. The Florida Department of Transportation is currently working on restoring damaged roads.
Brevard, Lake County residents impacted by flash flood with flooded homes, neighborhoods
Lake and Brevard county residents are still dealing with the aftermath of Sunday's flash flood. In Eustis, the storm dropped 19.7 inches of rain and over 200 homes were flooded in Brevard County – leaving behind feet of standing water in some areas in Titusville.
Central Florida county, municipal elections on Nov. 4
There are elections around Central Florida next Tuesday to determine some city races and amendments. Here's what's on the ballot.