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FLORIDA — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Florida. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Brian Laundrie’s Parents Slam ‘Inaccuracies’ Of New Gabby Petito Doc

An attorney for Brian Laundrie’s parents said a new Netflix documentary about Gabby Petito’s murder has “many inaccuracies,” a report said.

Bloomin’ Brands Cuts 100 Corporate Jobs Tampa Headquarters

Outback Steakhouse’s parent company, Bloomin’ Brands, is cutting 100 corporate jobs in Tampa to save $22 million a year.

SWAT Team Arrests Teen For Gun Possession: Sarasota Police

A 19-year-old was arrested and charged with being an adjudicated delinquent in possession of a firearm, Sarasota police said.

Allegiant Launches 7 New Flights To, From Sarasota Bradenton Airport

Las Vegas-based Allegiant Air launched seven new routes to and from Sarasota Bradenton Airport.

Updated Whole Food Plans Submitted In Pasco County: Report

The developer behind a planned high-end retail center in Wesley Chapel submitted plans for a Whole Foods grocery store, a report said.

USF President Rhea Law To Retire, Replacement Sought

Rhea Law, University of South Florida president, plans to retire after a nationwide search to fill the role.

American-Israeli Hostage With Sarasota Ties Freed By Hamas

Sagui Dekel Chen, an American-Israeli held hostage by Hamas, was released Saturday. He has family ties to Sarasota.

Driver Dies After Crashing Into Tree On I-275: FL Highway Patrol

A St. Petersburg man died after losing control of his SUV and hitting a tree along I-275 on Sunday evening, Florida Highway Patrol said

Student Brought Loaded Gun To Tampa High School: Hillsborough Sheriff

A 16-year-old boy was found Monday with a loaded gun at Leto High School in Tampa, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said.

Cabinet Company Owners Sentenced For Customer Scam: Bradenton Police

One of the owners of M&L Cabinets in Bradenton spent $220,000 using his company credit card at casinos, Bradenton police said.

1 Killed, 3 Injured In Targeted Shooting: Tampa Police

Four men were shot, one fatally, in a targeted attack Tuesday afternoon in Tampa, police said.

Siesta Key, 7 Other FL Beaches Among Top Beaches In U.S.: List

Despite a direct hit from Hurricane Milton as a Category 3 storm on Oct. 9, Siesta Key is the No. 1 beach in the U.S., TripAdvisor said.

Will FL Residents See DOGE Stimulus Payments? What To Know

President Trump favors the notion of giving $5,000 back to taxpayers as a "DOGE Dividend" from Elon Musk's government efficiency department.

17-Year-Old Charged In Hit-And-Run Crash: Hillsborough County Sheriff

A woman broke her leg in a Tuesday afternoon hit-and-run, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said. A teen was arrested in the crash.

11-Year-Old Boy Threatened Shooting At Middle School: Pinellas Sheriff

An 11-year-old boy was arrested after sending messages about a shooting at Tarpon Middle School, the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office said.