New unemployment claims decreased last week
Of the new claims, 86 percent were estimated to be related to the pandemic.
COVID-19
Governor awards $1 million grant to Jefferson County for COVID-19 recovery
The award is part of more than $40 million allocated to Alabama from a CARES Act grant program.
April 22, 2021
Alabama House committee approves ban on “vaccine passports”
The bill also prohibits businesses from refusing goods and services to customers based on immunization status.
Senate OKs bill to require health care facilities to allow visitation
The legislation would guarantee that Alabamians in nursing homes be allowed at least one visitor — even during a public health emergency.
New unemployment claims decreased last week
The percentage of claims reported to be due to the pandemic dropped from 76 percent three weeks ago to 30 percent last week.
House committee tables bill to curtail powers of health officer, governor
Several members expressed concern the bill could hamper the governor's ability to quickly act in times of emergencies.
Alabama pauses Johnson & Johnson vaccine use after rare blood clots
State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris said there have been no reports of adverse reactions in Alabama.
As vaccines trickle into Alabama prisons, COVID-19 deaths continue
Despite statements in February that vaccines couldn't be stored outside of prisons and brought in, that's what's now happening.
Possible vaccinations of children at Birmingham site under review
Currently, no COVID-19 vaccine has FDA authorization for those under the age of 16. Only Pfizer has authorization for 16 and up.
Orange Beach awarded federal aid to boost tourism after pandemic slowdown
The federal aid will pay for planning and marketing to bolster tourism along the coast.