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Capital Report: 09-25-2015

Nick Evans and Tom Flanigan talk about this week’s court hearing in Tallahassee on the state’s congressional district maps.

Florida’s Board of Education wants to set a high bar for student performance on the state’s new standardized test. But as Lynn Hatter reports some are questioning how high, is too high?

Some Florida lawmakers are hoping to revive an effort that could change the role of State Attorneys prosecuting a “Stand Your Ground” case. And, as Sascha Cordner reports, some prosecutors are also against another bill giving judges more discretion in handing out mandatory 10-20-Life sentences.

Florida is known for its fresh fruits and veggies. But while it may seem to some they’re in abundance, others have trouble accessing them. Regan McCarthy reports lawmakers are pushing legislation they hope will help.