Coronavirus live blog, April 14: Tennessee up to 5,823 cases, 124 deaths
There have been 633 hospitalizations and 1,969 people are classified as having recovered from the disease.
Governor extends ‘shelter at home’ order until April 30, prepares to reopen economy
With his “shelter at home” order set to expire Tuesday, Gov. Bill Lee Monday extended the mandate for at least two weeks in an effort to flatten the COVID-19 curve.
Expanded unemployment benefits begin with $94 million in payments
The state also says it has opened the unemployment claims process to self-employed, freelancers and gig economy workers who are newly qualified for benefits because of the CARES Act.
Calkins: University of Memphis president David Rudd optimistic there will be students — and football — on campus this fall
University of Memphis president David Rudd told The Daily Memphian that "current indicators would suggest" students will be back on campus in the fall. He's hopeful football will be back, too.
Former bartender turns misfortune into ‘Laid Off Lawn Care’
Scott Briggs, a laid off bartender in Memphis, borrowed a truck and turned his misfortune into a lawn care business that can pay the bills.
Jalen Green switches decision date, weighs pro options
The tone shifted around Jalen Green's commitment Tuesday, and many are now picking the prospect to make the professional leap.
Shopping at The Fresh Market? Take your face mask
The Fresh Market, following CDC recommendations to cover your face, is the first grocery in town asking that shoppers put on face masks before coming in the store.
Amazon hired 2,000 people in Tennessee the past month
Amazon says it has met its goal of hiring an additional 100,000 people in the U.S. over the past month, including 2,000 in Tennessee.
Inside Baptist’s COVID-19 ICU: No visitors, IV stations in the halls and experimental treatments
In this exclusive look inside Baptist’s COVID-19 units, leaders have reconfigured the hospital to meet the specific demands of the virus, found ways to preserve crucial resources for the surge, and are deploying groundbreaking treatments to save lives.
Ventilators among life-saving gear moving through Memphis area
Medtronic's U.S. distribution network, which runs through Memphis, is moving ventilators made in Galway, Ireland, to hospitals battling coronavirus.
Reopening the economy looks to be phased and possibly different for Shelby County
The early discussions locally suggest businesses will reopen in waves and possibly with some new restrictions.
Metro
The AM/DM podcast: Go off-the-beaten path this weekend
This off-the-beaten-path weekend will take you on a foam run, through the lion’s gate portal and into the world of cat videos.
Premium The Early Word The Early Word: Dems sweep county offices; TN will have a female governor
2026 Elections Elections Most of Shelby County state Legislature incumbents clear primaries — even those running for U.S. House
2026 Elections Elections Just 2 incumbents keep their seats in Shelby County judicial races
Public Safety Millington police officer indicted on two felony counts, expected to be fired
Business
Frontdoor beats Q2 expectations with ‘record profitability’
The Memphis-based home warranty provider boasted strong results for Q2 2026.
Health Care Regional One unveils plans for new hospital at old Commercial Appeal building
Financial Services First Horizon launches new financial institutions group
Real Estate $25M plan for former Houston’s and First Horizon site begins
Health Care Jail’s healthcare provider opts out of renewing contract
Sports
Grizzlies Mailbag: Can Zach Edey dunks and defense drive a surprise season?
Have the Grizzlies assembled their core, or are they one big piece away? And where does the young frontcourt of Cedric Coward, Cameron Boozer and Zach Edey rank against the rest of the NBA?
Memphis Tigers Basketball New location for Memphis basketball game against Dayton has been set
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Nashville quiets Memphis offense in Game 3
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Martin: Death to the Protect College Sports Act. Signed, Memphis.
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: It’s the end of an era for the Memphis golf tournament
Food
Food Files: Interstate Bar-B-Que sold, Majestic Grille plans on 10 more years
The Majestic Grille is committing to another decade Downtown, and Interstate’s original location has been sold to another barbecue purveyor.
Spirit of Memphis Memphis institution ‘Too Tall’ leaves legacy of big smiles
Suburbs
Bailey: Suburban elections lack intrigue of county general ballot
Drama evades most of the suburban races in Thursday’s ballot, but a Bartlett alderman continues to resurrect the idea of the suburbs separating from Shelby County.
Public Safety Millington police officer indicted on two felony counts, expected to be fired
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: David Porter on ‘The Breakfast Club,’ Kingfish at The MET
Plus, several artists with ties to the Memphis region are on former President Barack Obama’s annual summer playlist.
The To-Do List A book fair meets beer, cat videos go big and a ramen shop has a birthday party
Opinion
Bailey: Suburban elections lack intrigue of county general ballot
Drama evades most of the suburban races in Thursday’s ballot, but a Bartlett alderman continues to resurrect the idea of the suburbs separating from Shelby County.
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: It’s the end of an era for the Memphis golf tournament
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Go off-the-beaten path this weekend
This off-the-beaten-path weekend will take you on a foam run, through the lion’s gate portal and into the world of cat videos.
The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more Pat Mitchell Worley on the legacy of Stax in Memphis
Games
Daily Jigsaw: A new day for the Old Daisy
This jigsaw puzzle features a photo of the Historic Daisy Theater and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.