Coronavirus: Here's why local governments are declaring emergencies and what that means for you

Since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday warned that it's not a question of if, but when the novel coronavirus will spread in the United States, some places have already issued emergency declarations, and more could be coming from cities, counties and states.

Goldman sees zero earnings growth for US companies this year because of coronavirus

Goldman Sachs revised its earnings estimate for the year to $165 per share, representing 0% growth in 2020.

U.S. Companies in China Warn 2020 Revenue Could Halve If Coronavirus Persists

Some American companies say they could lose as much as half their annual revenue from China if the coronavirus epidemic extends through the summer, a survey by the American Chamber of Commerce in China finds.

Coronavirus resources: US state and local health departments

Coronavirus Is Hitting Travel Companies Hard — But Nobody Knows How Hard Yet

Declining travel is both a symptom and a cause of broader economic problems.

40% of biggest companies say coronavirus caused 'major decrease' in demand from China: CFO survey

Forty percent of a CFO survey group representing the world's biggest corporations tell CNBC the coronavirus COVID-19 has caused a "major decrease" in demand from China.

Coronavirus Spread Benefits Netflix Other ‘Stay-at-Home’ Companies Analysts Say

Amid fears over a global economic slowdown from the widening coronavirus outbreak, companies like Netflix that provide in-home services are best positioned to withstand the storm or even see upside from the crisis, according to industry analysts. Netflix “is an obvious beneficiary if consumers stay home due to coronavirus (COVID-19 virus) concerns, and this has

Coronavirus hits tech companies: Google employee tests positive

The Google employee who tested positive for coronavirus was in the company's Zurich office "for a limited time," Google said in a statement.

Coronavirus could affect local events

Tourism in the Roanoke Valley, including the upcoming Blue Ridge Marathon, could be affected, and the Iron Man could take a hit.

How food and beverage companies are handling coronavirus

Coca Cola, Nestle and other food and beverage companies have responded to the coronavirus emergency.

Coronavirus leaves local bride scrambling to find bridesmaid dresses

A local bride-to-be is scrambling to get new bridesmaids dresses after the coronavirus shut down production in China. Now a local business is stepping in to help. Sydney Patterson never expected to be shopping for bridesmaid dresses two weeks before her wedding. She just found out the dresses her bridesmaids ordered months ago wouldn't be ready in time. “I got a little panicked,” she said. Sign up for our Newsletters The company that makes the...

Seattle-based companies skip conferences over coronavirus concerns

At DocuSign's downtown Seattle office, employees were just days away from a work trip in San Francisco when a notice was sent out, announcing DocuSign's decision to make the upcoming work conference a virtual one due to concerns about the coronavirus (COVID-19). In a phone interview, Emily Heath, DocuSign's Chief Trust and Security Officer, said they were expecting about 1,500 people at the conference in San Francisco. The decision to make it a...

Coronavirus: Local health officials discuss COVID-19 facts and fiction

Local health officials discuss some of the myths and facts surrounding COVID-19 strain of Coronavirus.

Local Asian businesses feel an unfair impact due to the coronavirus epidemic

Local Asian businesses feel an unfair impact due to the coronavirus epidemic

Coronavirus affecting local salons as hair care products are often made in China

The coronavirus has already affected the stock market, travel and access to antibiotics. Now, the American hair care industry said it is feeling the effects of the disease’s global spread. Shannel Wallace runs District Cheveux, a hair care business in Bowie, Maryland. As a stylist, Wallace said she often uses wigs and weaves to fulfill her customers’ needs. RELATED: Why you shouldn't immediately go to the ER when sick if coronavirus pandemic...

Coronavirus sparks worries for local investors

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell pledged Friday that the Fed will use all the tools it can to support the economy in an attempt to ease fears sparked by the coronavirus. Charles Rinehart's business is understanding money. He’s a financial expert with Johnson Investment Counsel in Cincinnati. It’s been a tough week for investors. U.S. stocks fell sharply again Friday, ending the Dow's worst week since October 2008. The coronavirus is...

GDC postponed after several companies withdraw due to coronavirus concerns

The big gaming event won't happen in March.

Baselworld luxury companies are vulnerable to coronavirus

When millions of dollars are stake, personal contact is at a premium.

Companies around the world are telling their employees to work from home amid the coronavirus outbreak

As more workers are relegated to working from home, the economic consequence of the disease caused by the Wuhan coronavirus could become more severe.

Coronavirus live updates: France bans large gatherings US cases raise concern over local transmission

Confirmed coronavirus infections in the U.S. in people who had not been overseas or in contact with another infected person has raised concerns over local, 'community-transmitted' spread of the virus in three states: California, Oregon and Washington State.

State local health officials mobilize to fight spread of coronavirus

Many health care institutions have had pandemic planning in place since the 2009 H1N1 pandemic.

Companies are canceling U.S. domestic travel over coronavirus fears

Hotels around the country have begun reporting a rise in group cancellations. Airlines, meanwhile, are doing away with cancellation fees as jittery travelers rethink their plans.

Local spread of coronavirus marks turning point in U.S ...

Washington state health officials reported the first patient death from coronavi...

Companies are canceling U.S. domestic travel over ...

Hotels around the country have begun reporting a rise in group cancellations. Airlines, meanwhile, are doing away with cancellation fees as jittery travelers rethink their plans.

Pence: Trump would ‘respect’ local decisions if schools close over coronavirus

In an interview with Meet The Press, Vice President Mike Pence discusses the efforts of the coronavirus task force and the impacts of the virus on the U.S. economy.

Local health professionals focus on preparedness following first US coronavirus death

The new coronavirus is impacting businesses and protocols throughout the nation. Local health professionals say education and preparedness are important. Sign up for our Newsletters Dr. O’Dell Owens is the president and CEO of Interact for Health. Owens thinks residents should put things into perspective. "About 3,000 people die from chronic virus already in the United States with our flu living it probably 9,000 deaths, 48,000 died last year,...

Coronavirus travel ban leaves local tourists stranded

The coronavirus is affecting local travelers. A group of SCUBA divers got stranded in Hawaii after a travel ban took effect.

Local doctor gives advice on preparing for coronavirus

Hospitals around the country are taking extreme measures to make sure your family is protected if the Coronavirus hits our community. One hospital in Oakland, California has a special floor dedicated to treating coronavirus. Here in St. Louis, city and county leaders announced Friday that 20 people are being monitored for the virus who may have been in contact with a traveler or may have traveled to a foreign country with an outbreak. A person...

Pence: It’s OK for local schools to shut down over the coronavirus

But the vice president also cautioned against overreacting to the epidemic.

Local Certified Financial Planner breaks down Coronavirus's impact on economy

Last week was the worst week in the markets since the 2008 financial crisis.

Coronavirus outbreak spreads in US as state and local health officials conduct tests

CNBC's Meg Tirrell and Eamon Javers break down the latest headlines on the coronavirus outbreak as cases pop up in the United States, and the most recent news on how the White House plans to combat the fast-spreading disease.

Local universities cancel travel abroad programs amid coronavirus outbreak

Local universities cancel travel abroad programs amid coronavirus outbreak