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As the fire-ravaged West Coast begins to grapple with the realities of rebuilding, the cost of the disaster and the scale of the destruction slowly come into focus.

On tonight's Capital Report: Florida lawmakers will come to Tallahassee on Monday for a special session; Governor DeSantis wants the federal government to turn over its Everglades restoration program to the State of Florida; It wasn’t exactly a winter wonderland, but a big chunk of North Florida was hit this week by a mix of snow and sleet. Although weather experts point out this isn’t the first time; Although not everyone who endured the frigid assault was unhappy; The head of Florida’s House Democrats talks about the challenges of being so dominated by those in the other party; Speaking of challenge, Florida Democrats are picking new leaders this weekend. Although organizers of the event hope it will project a positive message about the party; And one of those who worked most closely with President Jimmy Carter has memories and stories that didn’t get much coverage during the former president’s funeral earlier this month.

A Washington Post health columnist outlines priorities shaping public health policy. Then, an insurance expert untangles the complicated web of health insurance.

This week on The Florida Roundup, we checked in with meteorologist Megan Borowski to talk about the record-breaking snowfall in the Panhandle (07:00). Then, Politico’s Gary Fineout joined us for a preview of next week’s special legislative session and special elections (12:55). And later, NPR’s Sarah McCammon joined us to talk about how the Evangelical Right has influenced national policy (25:44). Plus, a look at Florida’s struggling citrus industry (37:33), why experts say 2025 will be a big year for seaweed (41:22) and a look at how homeless shelters in Tampa Bay are grappling with all the extreme cold weather (46:00).

Two community leaders share the stark realities of their diagnoses, treatment paths and lessons learned in a candid new podcast.

Our media panel unpacks the week’s biggest headlines, from falling snow to fallout over an accidental police shooting.

On tonight’s program: Governor DeSantis rolls out his proposed spending plan. But it includes a lot fewer state government workers than what’s now employed; Pro-gun folks have been pushing Florida lawmakers for years to approve open carry of firearms. Is this the year their efforts finally bear fruit?; Concern abounds over the move by Elon Musk and his team to access sensitive federal government information. Especially since it seems President Trump doesn’t seem to mind; Churches have religious freedom. But when it comes to shielding undocumented immigrants from the law, the government is arguing that’s going too far; Meanwhile, a dedicated organization stands ready to help immigrants caught up in deportation sweeps; In advance of the Florida legislative session, some lawmakers are already looking to improve services for children who have autism; And we get a jump on preparations for what could be yet another busy hurricane season.

From budget wrangling to garbage fees, we discuss the latest city news with Mayor Donna Deegan.

The city’s first Black pediatrician in private practice is recognized for a lifetime of achievement.

Former Duval Schools Superintendent Diana Greene discusses the challenge of teaching Black history and literature in Florida.