News / Health / State Alabama hospitals nearing COVID-19 summer surge levels Wednesday was the 18th straight day with more than 1,000 people in hospitals in Alabama with COVID-19. Eddie Burkhalter / November 25, 2020
Nick Saban tests positive for COVID-19, has “mild symptoms” It’s unlikely Saban will be able to coach in person during Saturday’s Iron Bowl against Auburn. Eddie Burkhalter / November 25, 2020
Aderholt introduces broadband-focused EXPAND Act The COVID-19 pandemic has showcased the critical need for efficient and reliable rural broadband, Aderholt said. Brandon Moseley / November 25, 2020
Average daily coronavirus cases in Alabama reach new highs as hospitalizations surge “It's incredibly important right now to maintain your bubble, to wear your mask, maintain distancing and wash your hands," UAB's Dr. Kierstin Kennedy said. Eddie Burkhalter / November 24, 2020
Last Conversations: Aunt Cheryl "If there’s anything I’ve learned from her loss, it’s that she is right. Everyone does need help from time to time." Kristen Bolden / November 24, 2020
“We’re not going to get a do-over:” Alabama health officer on Thanksgiving and COVID-19 There were 1,427 hospitalized COVID-19 patients in Alabama on Monday, the most since Aug. 11. Eddie Burkhalter / November 23, 2020
Governor allocates $3.6 million in CARES Act funds to food banks The money is to go to the nonprofit Alabama Food Bank Association, which will administer the funds. Eddie Burkhalter / November 23, 2020
Alabama Education Association, Board of Medical Examiners meet over excuses to break COVID-19 quarantines Prior to the meeting, the AEA on Nov. 5 threatened legal action against the board over the matter. Eddie Burkhalter / November 23, 2020
UAB doctor to public on surging COVID-19: “Don’t give up on us. We’re tired.” The head of UAB's emergency management committee said hospitals across the state are seeing increases in COVID-19 hospitalizations. Eddie Burkhalter / November 20, 2020
Alabama Hospital Association president: COVID-19 “utterly out of control” Not since Aug. 14, during the state’s summer peak, has Alabama had such a high number of hospitalizations. Eddie Burkhalter / November 20, 2020