IDPH reports 6,642 new COVID-19 cases, 117 deaths Jan 12, 2021 | COVID-19 Update, Top Stories The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 6,642 cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total to 1,040,168.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.