Auburn University, Univ. of Alabama Offering Students Rewards for Getting Vaccinated Against COVID-19
Auburn University and the University of Alabama are offering rewards to students in the hopes they'll get vaccinated against COVID-19.
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CDC Wants People in High-Risk Areas to Wear Masks, Even If Vaccinated
The CDC announced new recommendations that even vaccinated people should return to wearing masks indoors in parts of the U.S. where the coronavirus is surging.
State Health Officer Speaks about Dramatic Rise in COVID-19 Cases in Alabama
State Health Officer is speaking about Alabama's dramatic rise in COVID-19 cases during July. He held a news conference that was aired live on Alabama News Network this morning.
More Than 900 People in Alabama Hospitals with COVID-19
The number of COVID-19 patients in Alabama hospitals has climbed to more than 900 as the state sees an alarming rise in virus cases.
Ivey: "Time to Start Blaming Unvaccinated Folks" for Rise in COVID-19 Cases
As Alabama lags behind most other states in COVID-19 vaccinations, Gov. Kay Ivey was asked by a reporter in Birmingham this week what it will take to convince more people to get shots.
Alabama Pediatrics Group Wants Face Mask Requirement at Schools
The Alabama Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics says it strongly recommends that the state's school superintendents require face masks and other safety measures this upcoming school year.
ADPH: Virtually All of Alabama at "Very High Risk" of COVID-19
The latest update of the Alabama Department of Public Health's COVID-19 risk indicator map shows that 59 of Alabama's 67 counties are now considered at "very high risk."
ADPH Launches TikTok Contest to Promote COVID-19 Vaccinations
The Alabama Department of Public Health is launching a TikTok contest to encourage people to get a COVID-19 vaccine before the start of the school year.
ADPH: More Than Half the State at "Very High Risk" of COVID-19
The Alabama Department of Public Health has issued an update of its county-by-county COVID-19 risk indicator map. The latest map shows more than half the state is at "very high risk" for COVID-19.
Alabama jobless rate at 3.3% in June, better than US average
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama's jobless rate declined to 3.3% in June, well below the national average, as state leaders emphasized keeping the economy going amid concerns about a resurgence of the coronavirus pandemic. Gov. Kay Ivey's office said Friday…
Base Tells Troops to Prove Vaccination as COVID Cases Rise
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama military base has ordered troops to show proof of vaccination in order to go without face masks as the state sees an uptick in COVID-19 cases — a rise attributed to low vaccination rates…
Selma Man Behind Bars Charged with Killing His Roommate
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man is found dead at his home in Selma Friday morning. Now his roommate is charged with his murder. Capt. Natasha Fowlkes says 25 year old Corey…
State to Try to Boost Alabama's Sagging COVID-19 Vaccination Rate
A state agency says it will work with private organizations to encourage more elderly and disabled people to get vaccines for COVID-19 in Alabama.
UPDATE: People in 26 Counties Now at "Very High Risk" for COVID-19
Currently, people in 26 of Alabama’s 67 counties are considered at “very high risk” for COVID-19 exposure.
Expert: Low COVID Vaccination Rate Puts Alabama at Risk
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama’s low vaccination rate makes the state vulnerable to an increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths, an infectious disease expert warned Wednesday. Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo, director of the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Division of Infectious…
Effort to Light Historic Edmund Pettus Bridge Continues in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A project to light the historic Edmund Pettus Bridge -- continues to move closer to becoming a reality. The effort was slowed by the COVID-19…
Tokyo Olympics Shaping Up to be TV-Only Event as COVID-19 Numbers Rise in Japan
The pandemic-delayed Tokyo Olympics are shaping up as a TV-only event with few fans being allowed when they open in just over two weeks.
About One-Third of Alabama Counties at Great Risk for Virus
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Statistics show that about one-third of Alabama's counties are at very high risk for COVID-19 as vaccination rates continue to lag. Overall caseloads and hospitalizations remain far below levels when the pandemic was at worst early…
Hospitals: Almost All COVID-19 Patients Unvaccinated
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The Alabama Hospital Association said that 94% of patients hospitalized with COVID-19 did not get vaccinated against the virus as the group announced a new initiative to encourage more people to get the shots. The organization…
UPDATE: 21 Counties Now Considered "Very High Risk" for COVID-19
The Alabama Department of Public Health has updated its county-by-county COVID-19 risk indicator map. Currently, 21 of Alabama's 67 counties are considered at "very high risk" for COVID-19 exposure.
Pandemic Causing Teachers to Retire? Alabama Schools See Highest Retirement Rate in 10 Years
Alabama state school officials say Alabama teachers and public school employees are retiring at high rate. In fact, they say they is the largest levels of retirement they've seen in decades.
ADPH: Pike County Still at Very High Risk for COVID-19
While the Alabama Department of Public Health says the vast majority of the state is now at low risk for COVID-19 cases, officials say that is not true in Pike County.
Plans for Fourth of July Celebration Announced in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma is hosting a big Fourth of July Celebration this year -- down on the Riverfront. City officials announced the event at a press conference Monday…
New Variants, Vaccinated Children, and More: The latest on Coronavirus in Alabama
Alabama is next to last in percentage of vaccinated people.
Blood Shortage in America Hits Historic Numbers as Demand for Blood Skyrockets
Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood, according to Red Cross. But, the U.S. is now experiencing a severe shortage with the reopening of the country in the pandemic.
