Chicago drops below 400 new daily COVID-19 cases Sep 29, 2021 | coronavirus, Top Stories, Vaccination Chicago is averaging below 400 new daily COVID-19 cases for the first time in nearly two months, Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady said 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.