IDPH reports nearly seven-month high in new COVID-19 deaths Sep 9, 2021 | coronavirus, COVID-19 Update, Top Stories, Vaccination The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 62 new COVID-19 deaths Wednesday, the highest single-day total in nearly seven months. To access this post, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users.