IDPH reports 3,048 new COVID-19 cases Aug 6, 2021 | coronavirus, COVID-19 Update, Top Stories The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 3,048 new COVID-19 cases and 14 more deaths Thursday.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.