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.
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.
Government shutdown delays hit MCO: FAA
Flights to Orlando International Airport (MCO) are being delayed hours on Thursday night due to FAA staffing issues, according to the FAA website.
Maitland front yard pool appealed; commissioners to decide
Neighbors of one Maitland home building a pool in the front yard say the construction devalues their property and hinders their view. The neighbor's attorney spoke filed an appeal, but Seminole County voted 2-1 to allow the plans to proceed.
Wildwood Soup Kitchen worried about future amid increasing rent
The Wildwood Soup Kitchen in Sumter County serve nearly 5,000 meals a week. It currently rents a commercial kitchen and space from the First Presbyterian Church.
50 year case: 'Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee' identified
Sumter County officials said "Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee" had been identified as 21-year-old Maureen L. Minor Rowan, known as "Cookie to her friends and family. Detectives identified the woman's estranged husband – Charles Emery Rowan Sr. – as a person of interest in Maureen Rowan's murder. He died in 2015, the sheriff's office said.
Richard Ferguson guilty of manslaughter in deadly crash
Richard Ferguson was found guilty of four counts of manslaughter, with prosecutors saying his actions led to the deadly crash of a grandmother and her three grandchildren. The kids' mother said she doesn't think the verdict is "too severe." Ferguson's son, who was driving the car, accepted a plea deal on reckless driving charges.
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.
Disney’s Magic Kingdom remains most visited park in the world, report says
Disney’s magic remained strong last year as Magic Kingdom was again the most visited theme park in the world, a new industry attendance report says.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings talks SNAP suspension
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings spoke about assisting SNAP recipients -- 175,000 SNAP recipients live in Orange County -- after benefits are suspended starting Nov. 1 due to the government shutdown. The county's current budget allocated $5.3 million to the Second Harvest Food Bank.
State Attorney Worrell on Jacoby Tillman bond revoked
State Attorney Monique Worrell for Orange and Osceola counties discussed the process of getting Jacoby Tillman's bond revoke and shared his current charges during an Oct. 29, 2025 press conference.
Florida State Attorney Monique Worrell on Q3 trial stats
State Attorney Monique Worrell for Orange and Osceola counties discussed conviction rate statistics for quarter 3 in her district, including rates for sex crimes, violence and felony domestic violence crimes.
Federal Reserve issues 2nd rate cut of 2025
The Fed stayed course on its expected rate cut despite missing government data clouding the view of the economy amid the shutdown.
'Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee' identified; person of interest identified, officials say
A young woman killed more than 50 years ago and left in a lake beneath an overpass – known as "Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee" – has been identified, officials with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office said.
Woman hit in face by duck on SeaWorld Orlando coaster, lawsuit says
An Orange County woman is suing SeaWorld after she was allegedly hit in the face by a duck while riding one of the park’s roller coasters earlier this year.
Floridians to lose SNAP benefits Nov. 1 from government shutdown: What to know
Floridians will not be receiving SNAP benefits in November, the USDA - which is funded by the U.S. government and impacted by the government shutdown -- said. The USDA said, "The well has run dry."
Poll: Republicans lead Democrats in Florida's 2026 races for governor, AG
Potential Republican candidates hold strong leads over Democrats in Florida’s 2026 midterm races, according to a new poll.
Florida man convicted raping and killing his neighbor in 1998 executed
A Florida man convicted of raping and killing his next-door neighbor was executed on Tuesday evening.