IDPH reports 3,874 new COVID-19 cases, 31 deaths Oct 23, 2020 | COVID-19 Update, Top Stories The Illinois Department of Public Health reported another 3,874 cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total to 364,033.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.