IDPH reports 8,256 new COVID-19 cases, 179 deaths Dec 9, 2020 | COVID-19 Update, Top Stories The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 8,256 cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total to 812,430.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.