IDPH reports 6,239 new COVID-19 cases, 116 deaths Dec 22, 2020 | COVID-19 Update, Top Stories The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 6,239 cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total to 911,308.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.