Health Internal CDC document states delta variant spreads quicker than Ebola, 1918 flu The CDC document states health officials must “acknowledge the war has changed.” Eddie BurkhalterJuly 30, 2021
Health Alabama has fewest vaccinated residents, highest positivity rate in the U.S. As COVID-19 surges, Alabama's hospitals are asking for nursing help and readying temporary ICU beds. Eddie BurkhalterJuly 30, 2021
Elections Alabama Democrats have a plan for 2022 elections The Alabama Democratic Party is still in rebuilding mode, but party officials believe 2022 can help build for the future Josh MoonJuly 30, 2021
Elections Vaccinations becomes an Alabama gubernatorial race issue Gov. Kay Ivey's four Republican rivals criticized her comments calling out unvaccinated Alabamians. Brandon MoseleyJuly 30, 2021
Health Webcast Thursday to inform parents about COVID-19 and schools The Medical Association of the State of Alabama will host State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris and UAB's Dr. David Kimberlin. Eddie BurkhalterJuly 29, 2021
Education Alabama Public Health officials to recommend universal masking in schools It's up to local school systems whether to follow the guidance, however. Gov. Kay Ivey said she won't mandate masks. Eddie BurkhalterJuly 28, 2021
Health Alabama’s new COVID cases Wednesday was highest since Feb. 4 The state's seven-day average of new daily cases Wednesday was an 815 percent increase from the average on July 1. Eddie BurkhalterJuly 28, 2021
Health Two Montgomery back-to-school events to offer vaccinations, give-aways The events will offer free backpacks, free tickets to the Alabama National Fair, and more after second dose. Eddie BurkhalterJuly 28, 2021
Opinion Opinion | Gov. Ivey: The Trump administration gave us the best weapons against COVID-19 "In Alabama, my advice has been simple and consistent. If you can take the shot, roll up your sleeve and get one." Kay IveyJuly 28, 2021
Elections Dean Odle campaigns in Fultondale Dean Odle is running in the Republican primary for governor of Alabama. Brandon MoseleyJuly 28, 2021