Alabama Democrats call on Gov. Ivey to work with feds to boost vaccinations
Ivey said she plans to fight President Joe Biden's order to have more Alabama workers vaccinated against COVID-19 or be tested weekly.
Gov. Kay Ivey
Alabama lawmakers to mull prison construction with price tag unclear
The proposal calls for building two new prisons for men, one women's prison, renovations to several others and the closure of four prisons.
Gov. Kay Ivey announces federal funds to hire traveling nurses for hospitals
Alabama on Thursday had 120 fewer ICU beds than patients who needed ICU care. COVID-19 continues to surge statewide.
Governor appoints Joshua McLaughlin as Limestone County Sheriff
McLaughlin currently serves as the chief investigator in the Limestone County District Attorney’s Office.
September 2, 2021
Gov. Kay Ivey remarks on the death of U.S. troops in Afghanistan
At least 12 U.S. troops were killed and at least 15 wounded in a suicide attack that also killed many Afghan civilians.
Gov. Kay Ivey issues COVID state of emergency, but no mandates or closures
Alabama hospital ICUs were at 95 percent capacity on Thursday, with a surge in COVID-19 patients that is alarming state health providers.
Governor awards funds for energy assistance to low-income persons
The grants will enable 20 community service agencies to provide emergency funding to help low-income families.
August 4, 2021
Alabama Public Health recommends masks for all in schools
ADPH's Dr. Karen Landers writes that at least 108 Alabama children who had COVID-19 developed Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome.
COVID-19 surge leads to Alabama Walmart closures
Walmarts in Andalusia and Hamilton closed temporarily last week due to COVID-19.
Gov. Kay Ivey asks SCOTUS to overturn Roe v. Wade
Ivey and 11 other Republican governors are seeking to overturn the landmark abortion case.