Coronavirus
Jeffco Commission To Consider Mortgage Assistance
The Jefferson County Commission is expected Thursday to amend its disbursement of Cares Act funds to include mortgage assistance for residents adversely affected by the novel coronavirus pandemic.
UAB Expert: Alabama Could See ‘Tidal Wave’ Of Coronavirus Cases This Month
Alabama will likely receive its first shipment of a COVID-19 vaccine in January, according to health care experts. It was previously predicted that Alabama would receive the vaccine in December.
COVID Hospitalizations Hit Record High As Case Numbers Rise
UAB Hospital is caring for 125 COVID-19 patients, which is a new record high.
Health Experts: Scale Back Thanksgiving Plans To Avoid COVID-19
Research from Georgia Tech University shows there is a one in five chance you will catch the virus if you gather with a group of ten people in Jefferson County.
Hospitalized For Months: One Man’s Fight Against COVID-19
COVID-19 has left 38-year-old Victor Perea hospitalized for almost three months. His wife wants others to understand how bad the virus can be.
Jones Pleads With Public To Follow COVID Safety Guidelines As Cases And Deaths Increase
Health experts are warning about gathering with friends and family over the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.
Rising COVID-19 Cases Starting To Strain Hospital Resources, Staff
The COVID-19 caseloads in Alabama hospitals are "worsening fairly rapidly," according to the president of the Alabama Hospital Association.
Commission OKs Cares Act Funding In Quick Session
"We don’t want to send money back to Washington. We want to make sure that it’s spent here and for us to do that, we need to make sure we’ve looked at every avenue possible," said Jefferson County Commissioner Steve Ammons.
Birmingham Council Balks At Mayor’s Plan To Bring Back Some Workers, Wants More Information
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin wants to use $7 million from the reserve fund to bring back more than 130 furloughed city employees. But the city council is not sold.
Longtime Clanton Mayor Billy Joe Driver Would Have Done Just About Anything For His Little City
The longtime mayor for the city of Clanton died in July from COVID-19.
Rapid Rise Of Alabama, National COVID-19 Numbers Worries UAB Doctor
Alabama's number of new COVID-19 cases and deaths continues to rise.
Ivey Extends Mask Mandate Through December 11
The extension comes as new COVID-19 cases rise in Alabama.
As More Students Return To School, Officials Brace For ‘Rolling Blackouts’
Following the release of a new dashboard, state education officials are optimistic about the number of coronavirus cases in Alabama schools. But challenges remain.
Birmingham Theaters Take To The Stage Despite A Pandemic
Live theater generally means tight quarters for performers and audience. Some Birmingham theater groups are finding ways to make it work in the pandemic.
Health Experts Warn Alabama May See Another COVID-19 Surge; Fauci Is Optimistic About A Vaccine
Alabama could see another surge of COVID-19 in the coming weeks. But a vaccine could be around the coroner, according to the country's top infectious disease expert.
Supreme Court Blocks Curbside Voting In Alabama, An Option During Pandemic
The Alabama secretary of state and attorney general hailed the order as a victory.
Demand For Bikes & Outdoor Gear Surges During Pandemic
The pandemic has driven many people outdoors, but finding the right gear could be a challenge.
UAB Looking For A Variety Of Patients For COVID-19 Clinical Trials
UAB is offering both inpatient and outpatient COVID-19 trials ranging from vaccines to treatments that hope to weaken the effects of the virus.
Nonprofits Adapt To Harsh Financial Conditions After Birmingham Budget Cuts
The city of Birmingham's newly passed 2021 fiscal budget is nearly $50 million smaller than last year. Among the numerous budget cuts was funding to external nonprofits.
Gov. Ivey Extends COVID-19 Mask Order
Alabama's mask mandate will remain in place through Nov. 8.
‘Be Like Pearl’: A Woman So Admired She Inspired New Year’s Resolutions Was Felled By COVID-19
Pearl Slay is one of more than 2,300 Alabamians who have died from COVID-19.
Birmingham City Council Seeks Halt To Closing Of Recreation Centers
A proposal to close 12 of Birmingham's recreation centers is facing pushback by city council members.
Woodfin’s Constantly Changing Budget Leaves Library Board, City Council to Wonder: “What the Heck Is Going On?”
A proposed budget for the city of Birmingham wants to cut funding to the Birmingham Public Library for the third time.
Poets Reflect On Six Months Of Pandemic
Several Alabama poets share their experiences and works inspired by the coronavirus pandemic.
Alabama’s Nursing Shortage Worsens During Pandemic
In the fight against COVID-19, Alabama hospitals say one of their biggest concerns is a shortage of nurses. Many are turning to travel nurse companies to meet demand.
Number Of COVID-19 Patients In Alabama Hospitals Falls To Less Than Half Its Peak
The number of people hospitalized in Alabama for COVID-19 has dropped to less than half the peak figure of more than a month ago.
Remembering An Alabamian Driven To Figure Out How Things Worked
Fred Bischoff worked hard and played hard. The devoted family man a died in June from COVID-19.
UAB’s Director Of Infectious Diseases Warns Caution Around COVID-19 Vaccines In Trial
The director of infectious diseases at the University of Alabama at Birmingham said vaccines in phase three clinical trials have been fast-tracked and not much is known about the long term effects or success rates.
Board Of Education President Criticizes Woodfin’s Plan To Cut Funding For Birmingham Schools
The city of Birmingham's proposed 2021 budget has faced criticism for funding cuts including those for the city's school system, libraries and social services.
Can Alabama College Students Skip The Next Phase Of Coronavirus Testing? Maybe.
GuideSafe plans to roll out the next phases of testing at Alabama higher education institutions.
Ivey Extends Face Mask Order Through Oct. 2
State officials caution the downward trend in coronavirus infections might reverse itself if the mask order is lifted.
Pamela Rush Fought For Environmental Justice Before Being Felled By The Coronavirus
A well-known activist who fought against injustice in poverty-stricken areas died last month from COVID-19.
