Governors tiptoe toward reopening across the country

Governors are tiptoeing toward allowing businesses to reopen in their states, a gamble that will have ramifications for both the coronavirus epidemic and the economy.

On Monday, governors in Texas and Ohio announced phased reopening plans that will allow some businesses to resume operations over the coming weeks if they follow safety requirements.

Montana, Colorado and Tennessee will allow retailers and other businesses to reopen this week in some capacity.

State lawmakers are facing both political and economic pressures as President Trump and protesters push for quick reopenings...