Florida

July volume was $31.9 billion keeping the annual pace ahead of last year's record-breaking total. Issuance still lags demand by a large amount — $60 billion by many accounts for August alone — as redemptions coupon payments pile up.

The money is coming in through the federal American Rescue Plan and the Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund.

A Moody's report highlights stark contrast in recovery between tourist hotspots such as Florida and metro areas like New York City and the San Francisco.

To ensure continued economic growth, the state has seen a need to diversify into alternative water sources to meet projected needs as well as respond to drought and protect the environment.

Florida Funders investment in eMerge Americas is aimed at helping Miami’s tech and entrepreneurial hub grow across the state. Miami Mayor Francis Suarez joined its board.

David Whitaker has been appointed president and chief executive officer of destination marketing for the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau

Florida’s unemployment rate rose 0.1% to 5.0% in June while gaining more than 69,300 jobs, as active job seekers look to rejoin the workforce.

S&P said the rating on the senior living revenue bonds Capital Trust Agency issued for borrower H-Bay Ministries Inc. of Texas will now be withdrawn in 30 days.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Miami-Dade are working on plans to protect against rising seas and violent storms, but will it be enough?

South Florida commuters stuck in traffic may see some relief ahead as Miami-Dade County steps up investment in its transportation infrastructure.