Gov. Kay Ivey says retailers and public beaches can reopen under certain conditions as she relaxes a stay-at-home order issued to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

Birmingham residents will be legally required to wear face masks in public starting May 1.

UAB will deploy a new COVID-19 mobile testing unit this week to communities across Jefferson County.

With entertainment venues closed because of COVID-19, local standup comedians and improv performers are having to find other ways to connect to their audiences. Some have even turned to social media to practice their craft.

Data shows Alabama lags behind most of its Southeast neighbors in COVID-19 testing.

UAB Hospital is taking a financial hit from COVID-19. Officials announced Friday a projected loss of $70 million per month due to fewer clinical visits, elective surgeries and hospital stays.

Alabama corrections officials recently reported the first inmate death related to COVID-19. With several prisoners and staff members testing positive for the virus, those inside Alabama prisons worry this is just the tip of the iceberg.

The coronavirus pandemic forced the closure of nonessential businesses, including hair salons and barbershops. That has led some people to get creative about how to keep their hair looking good during the crisis.

BirminghamWatch spoke with the dean of UAB's Medical School about COVID-19's impact on clinical trials.

Gov. Kay Ivey says the state needs an increase in COVID-19 testing before she reopens the state's economy.