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Of nearly 5,000 people tested in Alabama, more than 600 confirmed cases of coronavirus have been confirmed by health officials.
The Birmingham Public Library will offer online services and virtual programs for patrons to utilize while homebound.
The nation’s blood supply issues are not going to end until the lifestyle changes forced upon Americans from the novel coronavirus end.
As the Alabama coronavirus death toll increased to 3, Gov. Kay Ivey has ordered a shutdown of all nonessential businesses in Alabama.
A man walking on Valley Road in Fairfield was shot and injured Thursday night.
A shooting Thursday afternoon on 1st Avenue North in east Birmingham resulted in one fatality.
Students in Alabama will not return to classes this school year, according to Gov. Kay Ivey.
UAB will take part in an National Institutes of Health-sponsored global clinical trial to evaluate the safety of COVID-19 treatments.
Forecasts show record high temperatures through Saturday in the Birmingham metro.
A 17-year-old suspect has been charged with capital murder in a Bessemer double homicide.
U.S. Attorney Jay Town says scammers are trying to take advantage of victims during the coronavirus crisis.
A coronavirus patient in Jackson County has died from the virus, according to a report from county officials.
The number of patients with COVID-19 at UAB Hospital increased from 45 to 60 in just 24 hours Wednesday.
Police are asking the public to help locate 73-year-old Charles Edward Kelton.
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Avondale Regional Library is hosting “Sci-Phi Friday’s: Science Fiction as Philosophy,” an online video discussion group.
The National Weather Service in Birmingham said to expect some heavy rain and possible severe storms Tuesday night.
Nearly half of the 242 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Alabama are in Jefferson County, as Birmingham will now shelter in place.
Police say a shootout just yards away from a Birmingham playground is under investigation.
Closing amid coronavirus concerns, three local restaurants have opted to permanently close their doors.
The Jefferson County Department of Health confirmed that 86 of the 196 total COVID-19 cases are in Jefferson County.
Amid coronavirus concerns, Gov. Kay Ivey has extended the deadline to file Alabama state taxes this year.
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"Blood drives scheduled for next week at UAB are moving to a more appropriate location at the Colonnade."
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In the wake of the coronavirus, the Jefferson County Committee for Economic Opportunity is preparing to serve the community on March 23, 24.
The coronavirus testing offered by UAB will be by appointment only.
Alexander West, 19, of Cottondale is charged with the March 10 murder of Marcus Wilson, 22, of Birmingham.
“As cases continue to increase in Jefferson County, we must take additional action to slow the spread of COVID-19," health officials said.
“We want to make sure everyone who needs a test will be able to have access to one," Birmingham's Council President William Parker said.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim as Clifton Earl Stevenson, 57, of Birmingham.
Birmingham City Schools leaders said they are ready to offer extended meal services beginning Thursday at more than 40 schools.
"Through this funding, we are committed to providing a full response to COVID-19," Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin said.
"I know many of our small business owners and hourly workers are worried right now," Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin said Wednesday.
The victim from the fatal March 12 shooting has been identified as Jerrell Little, 29, of Birmingham, according to officers with BPD.
According to UAB's director of clinical microbiology, they plan to begin testing 100 people per day for the virus by the end of the week.
While the park remains operational, staff will cordon off playground and fitness equipment to minimize the spread of the coronavirus.
“The health and safety of our customers, colleagues and communities is our utmost priority," Jeff Gennette, Macy’s CEO, said.
“In an effort to help prevent the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), all Birmingham Public Library (BPL) locations are closed.”