IDPH reports 8,828 new COVID-19 cases, 181 deaths Dec 17, 2020 | COVID-19 Update, Top Stories The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 8,828 cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total to 879,428.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.