IDPH reports 2,588 new COVID-19 cases, nine deaths Sep 8, 2021 | coronavirus, COVID-19 Update, Top Stories, Vaccination The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 2,588 new COVID-19 cases and nine deaths on Tuesday.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.