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When should Alabama’s economy reopen?

When should Alabama reopen its economy after the COVID-19 shutdown? President Trump has said the decision is for Governors to make, even if he disagrees with his or her decision. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has said she plans to announce a decision this week, possibly April 28. White House Guidelines for “Opening Up America Again” … Continued
April 27, 2020

Unemployed Alabama workers deserve support, not suspicion

Thousands of sick Alabamians. Hundreds of dead Alabamians. Hundreds of thousands of Alabamians out of work.  These are the realities of the COVID-19 virus’ effect on this state.  But they are not the most worrisome aspects of this crisis.  No, the most worrisome aspect, it turns out — and really, y’all, hold onto your seats … Continued
April 24, 2020

Is Alabama ready to ease COVID-19 restrictions? A look at the data

It’s been 39 days since Alabama confirmed its first cases of COVID-19 on March 13. Now, more than a month later, the number of people who have tested positive for the coronavirus is nearing 5,000. Tracking the coronavirus as it has spread in Alabama has been difficult. Testing has been limited. Data, at times, has … Continued
April 20, 2020

Alabama flying blind into “reopening” thanks to Trump’s failures

Where are the tests?  Save your rhetoric. Save your excuses. Save your ridiculous blaming of some other country.  And tell us where the tests are.  Because we were supposed to have them long ago. Enough tests for “anyone that needs a test gets a test.”  Remember that whopper from the reality-show-racist y’all decided to let … Continued
April 20, 2020

How to track the status of your unemployment claim

Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced Thursday that the agency has launched a new online tool to enable claimants to see the status of their unemployment claim, tell them what the next steps are and what to expect from the department. The tool includes the following information: What is My Claim Status? Tells … Continued
April 16, 2020

Continuing the mission of law enforcement during a pandemic

Louis V. Franklin Sr. is the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Alabama. With Americans adjusting their daily lives as we work to contain the Coronavirus pandemic, one thing that has not changed is law enforcement’s commitment to pursuing justice and keeping our communities safe. As the United States Attorney for the Middle District … Continued
April 16, 2020

Governor: It would be “irresponsible” for Alabama to expand Medicaid right now

Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday tamped down discussion about expanding Medicaid in Alabama, saying it would be financially irresponsible to expand the program, which provides health insurance to low-income people, during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Certainly we’re concerned about the health and welfare of all of our citizens, wherever they may live,” Ivey said. “But at … Continued
April 14, 2020