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This curfew went into effect on April 9 and remained in place through the end of the state's stay-at-home order. [237] The Chicago Marathon set to take place on October 11 was canceled due to public health concerns, following the cancelation of the New York City Marathon and Boston Marathon. [191] On March 31, Mayor Langfelder issued a second order that halts all evictions and the repossession of vehicles within Springfield and lasts the duration of Governor Pritzker's executive order that was declared on March 20. Jasper, Lee, Mason, and Pike counties all reported their first confirmed cases on this date. Additionally, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot canceled the city's annual St. Patrick's Day parade and Chicago River dyeing in response to coronavirus. The woman's husband was diagnosed with the disease a few days later, the first known case of human-to-human transmission in the United States. [64] The deaths were a Will County woman in her 50s, a Cook County man in his 60s, and a Kane County man in his 90s. Therefore, the thousands-digit comma can be thought of as the decimal point for viewing the data as a percentage of the population. Northwestern University extended its spring break by one week, after which classes would be held remotely rather than on campus. 2017 birth data come from National Vital Statistics Reports, Vol. [86], On April 9, Hancock, Pulaski, and Schuyler counties reported their first confirmed cases. The man, a student at Vanderbilt University,[25] recently traveled to Italy to study abroad, and returned to Illinois on a flight to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Deaths nationwide were 18 percent higher than normal from March 15, 2020, to Dec. 26, 2020. 5,904 Total COVID-19 Deaths In Illinois So Far. [10], On September 25, the state reported 2,514 new COVID-19 cases and 25 additional deaths, putting the state's positivity rate at 3.6%. This is a list of notable deaths, organized by year. Week Number of Deaths 2019 Number of Deaths 2020 1 58,291 59,087 Other details were announced by officials: her husband had been isolated at Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights since his case was reported two days earlier; both were in their 70s. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic began in the U.S. state of Illinois on January 24, 2020, when a woman in Chicago, who had just returned from the pandemic's place of origin in Wuhan, Hubei, China, tested positive for the virus. Counting deaths takes time, and many states are weeks or months behind in their reporting. Bon Jovi sent congratulations via Instagram.[60]. This spike pushed the daily average for deaths to its highest point ever, even higher than the first peak in mid-May. The phases are: Phase 1 – Rapid Spread, Phase 2 – Flattening, Phase 3 – Recovery, Phase 4 – Revitalization, and Phase 5 – Illinois Restored. [37], On March 17, the number of cases rose to 160. Officials announced the first death related to COVID-19, a woman in her 60s from Chicago; a retired South Side nurse, the woman suffered from an underlying condition later revealed to be asthma, and died at the University of Chicago Medical Center. [100], On July 3, the number of cumulative deaths passed 7,000. [23][24], On March 5, public health officials in Chicago reported a fifth case of coronavirus in a man in his 20s. The most deaths in a single day in Glenview since the pandemic began was four on April 14, 2020, and Dec. 11, 2020. Nationwide, deaths from Alzheimer’s disease, which usually affects older adults, are 12 percent above normal this year, with several Southern states seeing larger increases. These new restrictions, in addition to all of the restrictions already in place, include reducing the party size in bars and restaurants to six people, capping all social gatherings at 10 people, with the exception of schools and office & retail spaces, and limiting organized gatherings to 25 people or 25% room capacity, with the exception of fitness centers.[168]. [149] On March 26, roughly 50 additional Illinois National Guard soldiers from the 1844th Transportation Company based in East St. Louis were activated to assist with the COVID-19 response operations. Counties that reported deaths included Champaign, Christian, Cook, DuPage, Ford, Kane, Kankakee, Lake, Madison, McHenry, Monroe, Tazewell, Will, and Winnebago. [51] Many students and staff members in various schools and colleges in Illinois also tested positive. [118] On November 19, the state recorded 14,612 new cases and 168 deaths, the second and third most since the pandemic began, respectively. An additional 77 prisoners with symptoms were isolated at the facility and eleven staff members were isolated. [43] A new case in DuPage County was the first Illinoisan resident of a long-term care facility to contract the virus. Grundy County reported its first case. Illinois Gov. She said that, if the measures are ignored, the city would be "on track to lose 1,000 more Chicagoans by the end of the year or even more. [42], On March 14, the total number of cases in Illinois rose to 66. [189], On March 30, the Rockford city council passed an ordinance allowing for fines of $750 per day for businesses not adhering to the closure of nonessential businesses during the statewide executive order issued by Governor Pritzker. [6] As of September 25, 62 restaurants in Chicago closed due to the financial impact of COVID-19. [126], During March, the state government announced a series of escalating measures to achieve social distancing. Health officials say an additional 29 people in Illinois have died from the coronavirus, bringing the total number of deaths to 6,289. [22] The man was later released to home isolation. Cook County also recorded a total of 16,049 deaths in 2020, which was also a record. In the video he stated that he had directed the Alton Police Department to use discretion towards those who did not comply with the State of Illinois stay-at-home order. [57] Work began on converting McCormick Place into an alternate care facility for 3,000 patients. [114] On November 12, Illinois set another new record for the most cases in a day with 12,702. [199] On April 17, Governor Prizker announced that all schools in the state will stay closed for the remainder of the school year.[200]. [178], On March 26, the City of Chicago closed parks, beaches, the 606 trail network, and the lakefront due to too many people gathering, with violators facing fines and possible arrest. estimate were not included. By Associated Press , Wire Service Content June 11, 2020 I have just looked at the totals per year so far (other than Influenza and pneumonia: [214] United reported a $2.1 billion loss in the first quarter of 2020, blaming restrictions on the aviation industry due to the coronavirus pandemic. Note: P Deaths reported to the Michigan Vital Records office may be delayed by 7 days. Note: Only jurisdictions with sufficient data and deaths above normal that are higher than the national percentage are included. [182][183], On May 26, the City of Chicago created the Chicago PPE Market, built on Rheaply's Asset Exchange Manager, to connect Chicago's small businesses and nonprofits with city-approved personal protective equipment (PPE) suppliers. The following counties had deaths related to the disease: Cook (two males in their 50s, a male in his 60s, two females in their 60s, five males in their 70s, two females in their 70s, three males in their 80s, a female in her 80s, and a male in his 90s), DuPage (two females in their 70s), Kane (a male in his 80s), Lake (a female in her 60s), McLean (a male in his 70s), Morgan (a male in his 80s), St. Clair (a female in her 30s), Will (a male in his 80s and a female in her 80s). [12], On January 24, 2020, Illinois health officials announced the first confirmed case the novel coronavirus infection in the state of Illinois, also the second confirmed case in the United States. All numbers displayed are provisional and will change. [177], On March 12, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced that after meeting with Comcast executives, the company would "double internet speeds to low income households nationally. Research has shown that people with underlying health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease are particularly vulnerable to severe illness and death if they contract Covid-19. [85], On April 7, officials with IDPH announced that there were 73 deaths due to the coronavirus, which as of this date was the highest increase of deaths since the pandemic began within the state. [35] The University of Illinois and Northern Illinois University took similar measures, adding that residence and dining halls would remain open. Prolonged economic stress on families during the pandemic could also be contributing to increased deaths among those with chronic illnesses. IDPH is reporting a total of 382,985 cases in the state since the pandemic began, including 9,568 deaths. [52], On March 19, there were 134 new coronavirus cases reported throughout the state along with three deaths which included a male in his 50s from Will County, a female in her 80s from Cook County, and an out-of-state female in her 70s who was in Sangamon County. Christian County announced the first confirmed case contracted within that county. 2020 Was Especially Deadly. [90], On April 13 Johnson County announced their first confirmed case. (KWQC) - The Illinois Department of Public Health Friday reported 6,642 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 and 123 additional deaths. [235], On May 28, 2020, the PGA Tour announced that the John Deere Classic in Silvis would be cancelled for 2020.[236]. Illinois announced 4,162 new confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 Sunday for a total of 1,068,829. That’s the 11th time in the past 26 days Illinois has broken a record for new cases in a single day. [34] Illinois colleges and universities, such as Northwestern University and the University of Illinois, announced measures to combat the spread of the virus on their campuses through extensions of Spring Break as well as implementing online classes for part or all of the remaining semester. At least 145 new coronavirus deaths and 5,109 new cases were reported in Illinois on Jan. 16. Not all causes are included. Originally published March 27, 2020. Share this: ... Like Loading... Related. Once we can understand the exact numbers, then we can begin to understand why these accidents are occurring more often in select areas. In some states, these numbers are closest to the number of deaths already reported in the state alone. Note: Data are from March 15 to Nov. 14. [216] In Cook County, African Americans accounted for 58% of deaths while comprising 23% of the population. [163], On November 11, in anticipation of Thanksgiving, the IDPH issued new guidelines. The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs reported that an employee of the Illinois Veterans Home in Manteno tested positive for COVID-19 and is isolating at their home. Businesses with delivery and takeout options would still be able to serve. Services offered by the state government have also been affected. The governor's announcement came after hundreds of public school districts and private schools had already announced closures. [187], On November 12, in anticipation of typical Thanksgiving travel and gatherings, Mayor Lightfoot announced a "Stay-at-Home Advisory" for the city, effective November 16, asking residents to "shake off COVID fatigue" and avoid inviting over extended family. [169] Governor Pritzker said that he hopes that these mitigations will bend the curve and prevent a stay at home order. IN MARCH OF 2020 THERE WERE 34,000 (rounded) LESS DEATHS THAN THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF DEATHS IN THE US OVER THE FOUR YEARS PRIOR! He was also reported to be in serious condition. [154][155], On August 7, Pritzker modified the state's response including changing the Emergency Medical Services to 11 regions and tightening the metrics for restrictions. [225] This was accompanied by an executive order by the governor on March 26, suspending further admission to IDOC from county jails. State. The dead were a woman in her 90s, a man in his 70s, two men and two women in their 60s and a man in his 50s; no county information for these individuals was given. The new case was hospitalized at Rush University Medical Center. Henderson and Wayne counties both reported their first cases of the coronavirus which brought the counties with confirmed cases to 92 of the 102 counties within the State of Illinois. Cases were confirmed in Champaign, Clinton, Sangamon, Whiteside, and Winnebago Counties; meanwhile, Governor Pritzker ordered all bars and restaurants closed to sit-in diners. Counties that reported deaths were Cook (a male in his 50s, a male in his 60s, a female in her 60s, a female in her 70s), DuPage (a male in his 60s), Kendall (a female in her 60s), and Will (a male in his 50s and a male in his 60s). [219] On April 16, the Cook County government launched a dashboard with regularly updated information on coronavirus-related deaths, disaggregated by race. As the virus spread further, the state enacted an even stronger shelter in place order, affecting schools and businesses across the state. With 2,450 new cases, the state’s case total stands at 58,505 and 2,559 deaths. You can break it down by week, any causes of death, any year, any state. Major League Baseball cancelled the remainder of spring training on March 12, and on March 16, they announced that the season will be postponed indefinitely, after the recommendations from the CDC to restrict events of more than 50 people for the next eight weeks, affecting the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs. [10], As of December 30, 2020[update], Illinois has administered 129,192 COVID-19 vaccine doses, equivalent to 1.02% of the population. On the same day as CNN’s announcement, the CDC officially posted a total 187,072 deaths attributed in some way to COVID-19. These may include deaths from heart failure, kidney failure or stroke. [19][20] On February 29, a third Illinois resident tested positive for the virus in suburban Cook County. Of the deaths reported in Illinois today, a staggering 88 were in Cook County, including 10 men in their 60s, 14 men in their 70s and 17 men in their 80s. With the latest number, the Illinois Department of Public Health is reporting 937,909 confirmed coronavirus cases in the state, including 15,969 deaths. [82], On April 3, DeWitt, Effingham, and Jersey counties reported their first confirmed cases of the disease. An additional item that was added was the suspension of the enforcement of the tall grass and weed ordinance. [143] This was announced by Governor Pritzker during the daily coronavirus press conference along with a bulletin release from the Illinois Department of Revenue. [80], On April 1, Massac and Vermilion counties both saw their first reported cases. This also included the Illinois State Museum and its branches which include the Research and Collections Center, Dickson Mounds Museum in Lewistown and the Lockport Gallery in Lockport. Keeshan, Charles. "We're competing against [other states], we’re competing against other countries," Pritzker said. [32], On March 11, six new cases of the coronavirus were reported by officials, including the first in Lake County, bringing the total to 25. [234] Also on March 12, the Illinois High School Association announced the cancellation of most remaining winter State Series postseason tournaments, with basketball being the main activity affected. [224] Federal public health officials released a new strategy addressing inequalities, and officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention clarified earlier messaging to emphasize that the disproportionately high impact of COVID-19 on minority groups is not due to genetics but rather social conditions that place people of color at higher risk for exposure and seriously illness. Illinois Coronavirus Update June 12: 131,198 Cases, 6,260 Deaths - Across Illinois, IL - The United States now has more than 2 million confirmed coronavirus infections. [84], On April 5, Boone, Calhoun and Gallatin counties reported their first confirmed cases. 91 additional deaths brings Illinois’ total to 6,185. At the Stateville facility, those who have been identified as being potentially exposed were quarantined to reduce risk to others. [181], On May 17, days after the city was sued by a Romanian church that had been ordered not to hold church services even with social distancing, the mayor closed street parking for 9 blocks on Sunday. 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The first ordinance allows the city manager the abilities to close any city facility in order to ensure the health and safety of city employees and the community, to enter into temporary agreements with bargaining units to ensure continuation of city services and to adjust personnel policies, designate areas for carry-out and curbside pickup from restaurants in the downtown area of the city, and to extend deadlines for licenses issued under the city code. For example, on Oct. 14, 2020, Johns Hopkins' data shows the United States to have a cumulative total of 2,403 confirmed cases / 100,000 people -- or 2.403% of the population of the United States. Over the past week, there has been an average of 5,799 … [113] The test positivity rate also reached 12.4%. Related posts Who […] March through May saw a significant increase in deaths over previous years - and not just from COVID-19, says a new study from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. On March 28, officials announced another 465 new confirmed cases along with thirteen deaths, one an infant in Cook County. [33] One of these cases was located at One Prudential Plaza, marking the first confirmed case in a major downtown Chicago office building. New deaths articles are added to their respective month (e.g., Deaths in January 2021), and then linked here. [241], Ongoing COVID-19 viral pandemic in Illinois, United States, Map of the outbreak in Illinois by confirmed. NHRA cancelled the race at Route 66 Speedway. [222], Data tracked through mid-May revealed disproportionality in the rates: statistics revealed that black people accounted for 25% of US deaths despite only making up about 13% of the US population; Hispanics made up 24% of deaths while only making up about 18.5% of the population; and white people accounted for 35% despite making up roughly 60% of the population. DeKalb County reported its first confirmed case. 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