COVID-19 cases see small decline, hospitalizations slightly increase Oct 13, 2022 | COVID-19 Update, Top Stories As of Tuesday, 968 Illinoisans were in the hospital with COVID-19, up 13 from Monday and up 21 from the prior week. To access this post, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users.