COVID-19, or coronavirus, testing has been slow and frustrating. Here's what you need to know about how it works. 

Gov. Bill Lee outlined an assistance plan Tuesday to help people survive the crisis financially and is expected to declare a small business emergency so companies can obtain federal loans to stay afloat.

U of M Athletic Director Laird Veatch outlined the steps the university is taking for athletes as all adjust to life under the coronavirus pandemic

The declaration doesn't close any businesses or force the cancellation of any events at this point. Strickland says it unlocks federal assistance to the city and allows the city to make quick buys of emergency equipment and supplies. 

Small businesses in Memphis may soon be receiving assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration in the form of Economic Injury Disaster loans due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

FedEx reported earnings for the December-February quarter on Tuesday, March 17, amid widespread uncertainty about coronavirus impact on future.

The Rendezvous suspends eat-in service for now; caterers take big hit as events are canceled across the city.

TSSAA board of control votes to keep options open for state basketball tournaments and Spring Fling.

Chinese billionaire Jack Ma's donation of coronavirus test kits and masks to the U.S. was handled at Memphis International Airport, with a little help from FedEx.

Two inmates at the Shelby County Divisions of Corrections are isolated after viral infection. They are being tested for COVID-19. 

The state reports the total number of confirmed cases in Tennessee is 73, and a third Shelby County case has also been reported. That individual is isolated at home and did not contract it in Shelby County.

This week was to have been a critical point in the grant process, with grant-writing and administration workshops that are required for getting a grant from the City Council.

So far, organizers of the month-long festival say they are sticking with the May schedule but more talks are to come with the city.

We've rounded up answers to questions, such as: Is coronavirus a serious threat or just media hype? What if I think I have COVID-19? Can my pet get the virus? Why are people hoarding toilet paper?

Area senior care facilities are taking added precautions to protect some of the most vulnerable from the coronavirus.

Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland discusses drive-thru testing, Memphis In May and a legal order that might allow him to close businesses that flout CDC guidelines on COVID-19.

The NBA is bracing for a longer shutdown due to the coronavirus, sources telling ESPN resuming play in June might be a best-case scenario. 

Coronavirus has slowed the coaching movement around the country and sent players home for what could be the rest of the semester. 

House and Senate leaders reached an agreement Monday for the Legislature’s schedule, likely entailing an early, temporary adjournment for 60 days out of concern for COVID-19, according to sources.

Tennessee has tested less than 300 people in the past two weeks; 'There aren't enough kits,' local doctor says

Numerous grocers are adjusting their hours and increasing cleaning efforts to protect customers and employees from COVID-19. 

With flu still in the community, not every sniffle and low-grade fever is coronavirus; but isolate yourself to be sure.

Gov. Bill Lee called Monday for all school districts to close as soon possible to stop the spread of coronavirus, drawing a response from the TEA for TNReady testing to be canceled.

• Tunica casinos close temporarily
• Catholic Diocese of Memphis decree cancels Eucharist celebration, excuses people from mass
• U of M may postpone spring graduation 
• Dow experiences worst day since 1987
• Gov. urges all Tennessee schools to close

In trying times, local restaurants are looking to new menus for delivery, discount gift cards and letting diners know they're open – and clean.